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Sun, 29 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Teenager raises money to help an orphanage build a primary school in Tanzania
A TEENAGER who lives in Basingstoke has raised more than £6,000 to help an orphanage build a primary school in Tanzania.

Sun, 29 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Basingstoke man's row challenge in memory of cousin killed in New Zealand
A BASINGSTOKE man is getting ready for a 4,500km unsupported rowing challenge through the Pacific Ocean in memory of his cousin who lost his lift to a violent act by a drunk teenager.

Sun, 29 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Eastfield Avenue to hold Jubilee street party with 90-year age gap between oldest and youngest attendees
A STREET is holding a party to celebrate The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, with an age difference of 90 years between the oldest and youngest attendees.

Sun, 29 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Hook retirement village named Roslin Place
A HOUSING developer has revealed its new retirement living development on Station Road in Hook has been named Roslin Place, after residents were able to submit ideas.

Sun, 29 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
The Steve Harley Acoustic Band come to The Haymarket, Basingstoke
THE Steve Harley Acoustic Band are at The Haymarket in June and are all set to impress audiences.

Sun, 29 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Concerto Budapest Symphony Orchestra heads to Basingstoke
ONE of Hungary’s leading orchestras, the Concerto Budapest Symphony Orchestra, will come to The Anvil for the first time in June,

Sun, 29 May 2022 07:28:04 +0100
RSPCA advice - what to do with baby birds found outside nest
Would you know what to do if you saw a baby bird outside of the nest? Here’s what the RSPCA advise.

Sun, 29 May 2022 07:27:34 +0100
UK’s most popular car brands over time – how your car ranks
New research reveals the most consistently popular car brands, plus the specific models most favourable among UK drivers today.

Sun, 29 May 2022 07:26:53 +0100
7 budget-friendly hacks to keep kids entertained in half-term
If the cost-of-living crisis has you feeling the pinch, here are some budget-friendly ways to keep the kids happy and your bank balance in the black.

Sun, 29 May 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Celebrate the platinum jubilee with hampers from M&S, Fortnum & Mason and more
If you’re planning on enjoying the jubilee celebrations, why not do so with an afternoon tea hamper.

Sat, 28 May 2022 12:01:52 +0100
Three fire crews tackled blaze at a Tesco store in Hook, Station Road
THREE fire crews tackled a blaze at a Tesco store in Hook.

Sat, 28 May 2022 09:03:36 +0100
Residents in Abbey Court went down with sickness bug after jubilee event
A COMPANY that provides home care for elderly people has reassured residents and relatives of a Basingstoke home that a sickness bug was "an isolated incident".

Sat, 28 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Pretty Basingstoke farmhouse on the market for £2.25m
A PRETTY Grade II listed manor farmhouse property in Basingstoke is on the market for £2,250,000.

Sat, 28 May 2022 09:58:07 +0100
Only 'urgent items' delivered from Parcelforce Basingstoke depot
A COURIER and logistics service whose depot is based in Basingstoke said its services is back to normal following problems with staff sickness.

Sat, 28 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Basingstoke man died of heroin overdose a day after being released from prison
A BASINGSTOKE man who had just been released from prison died from a heroin overdose the next day, an inquest has heard.

Sat, 28 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Sparking ballet based on a popular Shakespeare tale
A NEW and exciting ballet based on a popular Shakespeare tale will be taking to the stage in Basingstoke to provide an evening of breathtaking entertainment for audiences to enjoy.

Sat, 28 May 2022 09:53:28 +0100
This Morning chef Phil Vickery and TV chef Lesley Waters at Festival Place, Basingstoke
POPULAR This Morning chef Phil Vickery and TV chef and cookery school owner Lesley Waters will be cooking up some delicious treats for the Platinum Jubilee celebrations at Festival Place in Basingstoke.

Sat, 28 May 2022 15:54:08 +0100
Wordle 343 May 28: Wordle word hints and today’s answer
Hints and answer for today's Wordle.

Sat, 28 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Court round-up: Latest cases from Basingstoke and the surrounding area
A BASINGSTOKE man has been fined hundreds of pounds after he was caught driving 40mph over the speed limit.

Sat, 28 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Open Sight Basingstoke Social Club celebrates 100 year anniversary
A social club for visually impaired people has celebrated its 100th anniversary.

Sat, 28 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Oliver's Fish and Chips Shop wins award from Royal British Legion, named "Best Supporting Business to a Branch"
A FISH shop has received an award from the Royal British Legion.

Sat, 28 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Missing children in the South-East and how long they've been gone
FOR a parent or guardian, there can be few things worse than a missing child.

Sat, 28 May 2022 13:44:00 +0100
Protest held at Eastrop Park against parking charges
CAMPAIGNERS protesting the borough council’s decision to introduce parking charges at Eastrop made their voices heard at a demonstration.

Sat, 28 May 2022 11:25:43 +0100
Police saw 247 knives handed in during Operation Sceptre
AS THE Basingstoke community is still in shock following the death of a 31-year-old dad who died of stab wounds, police release figures from a week of action to tackle knife crime in the town and across Hampshire.

Sat, 28 May 2022 15:54:42 +0100
UK Drivers warned they face fines over commonly used 'friendly warning' on roads
Drivers were told although chances were low, it is still not worth the risk.

Sat, 28 May 2022 16:44:27 +0100
Review: Day Out With Thomas on the Watercress Line, Hampshire
THERE'S something magical about standing on a bridge while a steam train whooshes underneath.

Sat, 28 May 2022 15:53:30 +0100
Signs and symptoms of dementia: 3 food craving that could be a sign
Experts at Alzheimer's UK have urged people to keep an eye out for signs and symptoms highlighting food choices as a key indicator.

Sat, 28 May 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Hundreds of pounds raised for two good causes by cricket club
TWO cheques for hundreds of pounds have been handed to a good cause.

Sat, 28 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Thousands of children in Hampshire and Isle of Wight come forward to get their first Covid-19 jabs amid continued NHS vaccination push
HEALTH leaders in Hampshire are reminding people to attend their Covid-19 vaccination appointments as they thank the thousands of children who have already had their jab.

Fri, 27 May 2022 14:39:08 +0100
Brighton Hill murder: Tribute paid to 31-year-old man
Tribute has been paid to a man who died following an incident in Basingstoke on Sunday 22 May.

Fri, 27 May 2022 18:14:23 +0100
Brighton Hill murder: Further arrest made as police investigate death of man who died of stab wounds
An 18-year-old woman from Basingstoke has today (Friday 27 May) been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender, as part of the investigation into the death of Frantisek Olah.

Fri, 27 May 2022 14:42:01 +0100
Brighton Hill murder: Teenagers charged after death of Frantisek Olah in Brighton Hill appear in court
TWO teenagers have appeared in court today, charged with the murder of a man in Brighton Hill.

Fri, 27 May 2022 12:07:44 +0100
Hampshire County Council say Camrose link road could go ahead if funding becomes available
HAMPSHIRE County Council have confirmed they are still considering the Camrose link road in the longer term if funding becomes available.

Fri, 27 May 2022 09:33:34 +0100
The Priory Primary School opens orchard in Basingstoke
AN ORCHARD has been opened at a Basingstoke primary school ahead of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

Fri, 27 May 2022 09:05:45 +0100
Wordle 342 May 27: Wordle word hints and today’s answer
Hints and answer for today's Wordle.

Fri, 27 May 2022 09:36:52 +0100
Sherfield-on-Loddon man opens sports centre
A MAN from Sherfield-on-Loddon who has served as a medical staff at several top-tier football clubs has opened a new sports injury and performance centre in Reading.

Fri, 27 May 2022 14:08:11 +0100
Crisis Appeal: Hampshire rock band pledge album proceeds to military charities
A HAMPSHIRE rock band has announced a new album to raise money for military charities, after parting ways almost 30 years ago.

Fri, 27 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
LOTTO NIGHTMARE: WINNING TICKET BINNED!
It’s the nightmare scenario we’ve all feared when playing the lotto. Imagine your lucky numbers come up but you’ve lost the ticket or thrown it away. This nightmare became reality for a woman in Virginia, USA. In the end, the nightmare turned i...

Fri, 27 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Seven new Lego dinosaurs join the herd at Marwell Zoo's Brickosaurs exhibition
MORE Lego dinosaurs have joined the herd at a Hampshire zoo.

Fri, 27 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
13 family-friendly things to do in Hampshire this half-term holiday
Things to do in Hampshire this half term

Fri, 27 May 2022 22:11:45 +0100
Enjoy your tea like the Queen – how to make a perfect cuppa
Enjoy the perfect cuppa this Platinum Jubilee and find out just how Her Majesty likes to take her tea.

Fri, 27 May 2022 13:26:14 +0100
New 'pop-up' solar electric vehicle charging station revealed in UK
The solar chargers are designed to be easily introduced at destinations such as workplaces, hospitals, sports venues and more.

Fri, 27 May 2022 11:25:59 +0100
Airline launches Gatwick-New York return flights from £255
Airline launches ticket sales for Gatwick-New York return flights from £255. Read more:

Fri, 27 May 2022 11:25:23 +0100
Missguided on brink of collapse as administrators lined up
Missguided on brink of collapse as administrators lined up. Read more:

Fri, 27 May 2022 09:38:02 +0100
Walt Disney Resort in Florida launches ‘The Magic is Yours’ package for 2023
The Walt Disney Travel Company has today launched ‘The Magic is Yours’ package, an incredible offer for 2023 holidays at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida.

Fri, 27 May 2022 09:37:37 +0100
Cheapest air fryers from Lakeland, Currys, AO and Wayfair that can save on energy bills
One of the most sought-after kitchen gadgets of 2022, Airfryers can also help you save on your energy bills.

Fri, 27 May 2022 09:37:12 +0100
Pandora unveils Festival mode collection perfect for Glastonbury, TRNSMT, Reading and more
Take on summer in style with Pandora's sizzling festival mode collection.

Fri, 27 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
The Range brings back best selling garden bar to get us summer ready - How to buy
When the incredible garden bar was first in stock, it sold out within 72 hours so you shouldn't delay if you fancy one of your own.

Thu, 26 May 2022 23:07:00 +0100
Two charged following death of a man in Basingstoke
Officers investigating the death of a man in Brighton Hill have charged two teenagers with murder.

Thu, 26 May 2022 12:55:26 +0100
Brighton Hill murder: Two arrested teens released by police as investigation continues
TWO of the four teenagers arrested in connection with the death of a man in Brighton Hill have been released by police.



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