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Sat, 18 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Tribute paid Peter Dixon, the longest-serving staff member at Basingstoke College of Technology
A TALENTED engineer, Peter Dixon shared his knowledge and passion for the industry by training most of the engineering managers across the Basingstoke area.

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 05:47:00 +0100
Nearest beaches to Basingstoke in Hampshire and Dorset
The south coast is home to some of the UK’s best beaches and with the heatwave continuing this week it’s the perfect opportunity to get out and explore.

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 05:01:00 +0100
Fuel in Basingstoke: A list of prices across town this weekend
Fuel prices jumped by more than 1p per litre in just a day earlier this week to reach new record highs.

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Six roads closures for drivers in and around Basingstoke to be aware of
DRIVERS in and around Basingstoke and Deane will have six National Highways road closures to watch out for over the next two weeks.

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 05:06:00 +0100
Sewa Day charity cricket tournament returns to town this weekend
THE annual Sewa Day charity cricket tournament and fun day returns to town tomorrow (Sunday, June 19) and will this year be raising money for a variety of worthy causes.

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
New south Indian restaurant opens in Basingstoke
A NEW restaurant serving south Indian food has opened on Basingstoke high street.

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Celebrate Father's Day with a weekend of events in and around Basingstoke
MILESTONES Living Museum and Basing House have announced a programme of events to celebrate Father’s Day weekend.

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 05:55:00 +0100
Court round-up: All the latest cases from Basingstoke and surrounding area
All the latest court cases from Basingstoke and surrounding area.

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Seven places in North Hampshire to enjoy the sun
WELL there's no doubt about it, yesterday was a scorcher.

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 08:42:42 +0100
999 call British sign language service is launched
It is the first time a 999 emergency service has been made available in BSL

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 10:03:18 +0100
Giant Hogweed: What it is and where it can be found in Hampshire
Map shows where the dangerous giant hogweed has been found in Hampshire.

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 05:49:00 +0100
Inside the cheapest property for sale in Basingstoke
UK house prices have continued to grow this year, with average prices hitting a record high of £289,099 in May.

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Abbott Lyon celebrates PRIDE month with new collection
Online jewellery chain Abbot Lyon has released a new PRIDE collection in partnership with LGBTQ+ helpline charity Switchboard.

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 10:01:17 +0100
These are the dog breeds most at risk of heatstroke - how to spot and treat it
Heatstroke is an illness that can occur in all dogs, but some breeds are slightly more susceptible to the heat.

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
World Picnic Day: Blankets, cool bags, cutlery and more from Selfridges, M&S and more
If you are planning to hit the beach or the park to enjoy the better weather, packing yourself a picnic is not only fun but an affordable way to eat out.

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Lakeland launches Summer Sale with up to 50 percent off including kitchen appliances
Here are a few of the items included in Lakeland's Summer Sale.

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 00:01:00 +0100
The Range launches Sustainable Living Collection with cooling duvets, bedding and more
With the warmer weather finally here, you might be wondering how you can stay cool in bed at night.

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 13:03:10 +0100
Mother devastated by state of children's cemetery as unmowed grass leaves graves inaccessible
“I COULDN’T believe that they let somewhere that is so precious and so emotional for so many parents to be left in disarray.”

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 11:10:45 +0100
Collision between Basingstoke and Dummer causes heavy delays
THERE are heavy delays on roads following a road transport incident near Basingstoke.

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 08:03:52 +0100
Basingstoke roundabout to be reduced to single lane tonight
A MAJOR roundabout in Basingstoke will be reduced to single lane for two nights.

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 11:45:57 +0100
Market supporting small and independent businesses returns to Basingstoke town centre next week
RESIDENTS can support small and independent businesses in the town centre with the return of the popular Borough Basket Street Market this month.

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 10:29:27 +0100
Arkriders piled on the pedal power raising £30k and smash fundraising milestone
A GROUP of cyclists pedalled for pounds and raised thousands during a challenging fundraising mission.

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Multi-million-pound regeneration of Viables Business Park is complete
A MULTI-million-pound regeneration of a Basingstoke business park is complete.

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 12:44:06 +0100
UK recession: Hampshire County Council CEO warns of imminent threat
A RECESSION is likely to hit the UK by the end of this year.

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 11:56:56 +0100
UK will host Eurovision if Ukraine pull out, as BBC draws up plans
It is likely the UK will step in to host Eurovision in 2023 if Ukraine are not able to host

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 10:47:25 +0100
Former BMX world champion Mike Mullen visited North Waltham Primary School
YOUNGSTERS at a school in Basingstoke were treated to a brilliant display of BMX skills when they were visited by a former world champion.

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 12:54:15 +0100
Fancy dress fun run to mark Up & Running's 30th birthday
RUNNERS gathered this week to take part in a 5k fun run around Basingstoke to celebrate a specialist running shop’s 30th birthday

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 08:44:48 +0100
Millions of UK iPhone users could get money back due to battery 'throttling'
A legal claim against battery "throttling" is seeking around £768million for 25 million iPhone users

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 11:18:59 +0100
LIVE BLOG: 5 miles of congestion after Basingstoke crash
There has been a collision between J6 and J7 on M3. We bring you the latest updates about the collision and the traffic situation.

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 10:54:42 +0100
Nuisance callers set to face fines worth millions of pounds under new proposals
The fines will apply to texts as well as calls.

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 09:20:57 +0100
Plastic Free Beauty day: 10 products from LOOKFANTASTIC, Space NK and Cult Beauty
If you've been meaning to invest in some beauty products that are kinder to the planet, this is the sign you've been looking for.

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 09:20:07 +0100
Ice Cream makers to cool down during heatwave from AO, The Range, Aldi and more
Rather than waiting for the ice cream van to arrive, why not try your hand at making your own frozen treat?

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 09:20:34 +0100
JD Sports launches summer sale with up to 50 percent off Nike, Adidas and more
JD Sports has launched a summer sale with up to 50% off. Here's some of the deals you can grab while stocks last.

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 08:53:41 +0100
Martin Lewis issues urgent warning over ‘clever’ Amazon scam aiming to steal bank details
The scam, which is used by fraudsters to try and steal your bank details, has been circulating since the early days of lockdown.

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 10:26:21 +0100
Popley splash pad to be closed on hottest day of the year
BASINGSTOKE and Deane Borough Council has decided to close a paddling pool for essential maintenance on the ‘hottest day of the year’.

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 13:24:50 +0100
Basingstoke council to host homeowner event giving free advice
A FREE event aimed at helping residents across Basingstoke and Deane looking to get onto the property ladder is returning.

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 18:21:30 +0100
Place to be Proud of Awards postponed till later this month due to Covid
THIS year's Place to be Proud of Awards will now take place on June 30.

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 11:57:07 +0100
Basingstoke business hosting sale to send items to Ukraine
AN office rental agency is hosting a tabletop sale to raise money to send items to Ukraine.

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 17:36:09 +0100
Court: Basingstoke man exceeded 50mph limit on M25
AN AUDI driver from Basingstoke has been forced to pay more than £300 after he was caught speeding on the motorway in Surrey.

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 12:26:46 +0100
Hartley Wintney dad raising money for Rainbow Trust
A DAD of two from Hartley Wintney whose sixteen-month-old daughter has been diagnosed with a terminal illness is raising awareness for a charity.

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 17:00:00 +0100
Five-wicket win for Hartley Wintney
Shafeh Asmat and teenager Ben Williams took the individual credit as Hartley Wintney chased own Fair Oak’s 200-8 to win by five wickets at Lapstone Park.

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 06:30:00 +0100
Norcliffe is back for Bison
POWER forward George Norcliffe has re-signed for the Basingstoke Bison for next season, writes Graham Merry.

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 13:32:56 +0100
Ryanair is offering last minute Father's Day gift cards from £25
The gift cards can be delivered straight to your email inbox

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 09:24:07 +0100
Go Outdoors slashes price of Lay-Z-Spa hot tubs in time for summer
With reports of a heatwave coming over the next few days, many of us will be flocking to our gardens to enjoy the sunny weather.

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 09:24:31 +0100
Aldi and Lidl: What's in the middle aisles from Thursday June 16
Here's a selection of the items you can find in Aldi's Specialbuys and Lidl's middle aisle from Thursday, June 16.

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 06:42:03 +0100
Morrisons issues product recall for chicken that may contain glass
Morrisons has issued a food recall due for packs of chicken that may contain pieces of glass.

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 14:05:33 +0100
Fuel prices in Basingstoke: Where to fill up your car as cost soars
Pressure on the Government to take action on fuel prices intensified after the average cost of petrol reached a new high.

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 09:12:05 +0100
Slough Council creates plan to sell assets in 'timely manner' including Odeon cinema in Basingstoke
THE Odeon Cinema in Basingstoke set to be sold off by its owners, Slough Borough Council, in a plan to a number of the authority's properties. 

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 14:40:08 +0100
Rail strikes: Basingstoke MP Maria Miller calls for rethink
Basingstoke's MP is calling on the rail unions to scrap planned industrial action, which she points out will coincide with local school and college exams.

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 12:29:31 +0100
Rail strikes: South Western Railway announces schedule of services
SOUTH Western Railway (SWR) is urging customers only to travel by rail if absolutely necessary as it announces its planned strike timetable.



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