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Basingstoke Gazette

Fri, 30 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
M3: National Highways says it has no plans to change layout
NATIONAL Highways has said it has no plans to change the M3 between junction 7 and junction 8.

Fri, 30 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Hampshire Constabulary partner launches new scheme for Hampshire residents
A HAMPSHIRE Police partner has launched a new scheme to protect vunerable people against cyber-crime. 

Fri, 30 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Lily Foundation: Basingstoke woman runs marathon to raise money for charity
A WOMAN from Basingstoke recently ran her sixth marathon to raise money for children who are suffering from a life-limiting disease, Mitochondrial.

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 15:12:48 +0100
Witness appeal after report of two men attempting to kidnap girl in Basingstoke
Officers are appealing for witnesses and information following a report of an attempted kidnap incident.

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0100
M3: Hampshire County Council moots major move to close slip roads near Basingstoke
MAJOR changes to the M3 motorway which could see two slip roads closed near Basingstoke have come under fire from residents and councillors.

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Busy Bees at Basingstoke hospital graded as 'good' by Ofsted
A BASINGSTOKE nursery school which was ordered to improve because it was putting children ‘at potential risk of harm’ has now been told it is ‘good’ – but more than a third of children have since left.

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Basingstoke man denies stalking two people
A BASINGSTOKE man has denied stalking two people, including a woman he claimed to be in a relationship with.

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Carters Steam Fair makes final visit to Basingstoke
A POPULAR funfair made its final visit to Basingstoke last weekend before it ceases touring.

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
PAPER PREVIEW: Major M3 junction shake-up near Basingstoke criticised
MAJOR plans to transform how drivers use the M3 near Basingstoke have come under fire from residents and councillors.

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Police make fresh pledge to attend every reported residential burglary in Hampshire
OFFICERS will now attend every report of a residential burglary the force receives, Hampshire police chiefs have confirmed.

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 17:24:35 +0100
UK Government and its position on fracking and other crises
One area worth focusing on is fracking as it illustrates the government’s lack of competence, and more importantly trust.

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0100
MP hosts meeting on tacking crime in Basingstoke area
Basingstoke MP Dame Maria Miller has hosted a Community Chats meeting focusing on crime in the Basingstoke and Deane area.

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 09:08:29 +0100
Emergency services called after person falls from height in Amesbury
A CREW from Basingstoke were called to reports of a "person falling from height" in Amesbury.

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
 Basingstoke’s hidden spicy gem – The Chennai Express
Our local Chennai Express began in November 2018, when entrepreneurs and chef-patrons, Sagar Barlawar and Vamsi Madireddy, brought the tastes of authentic Southern Indian Street food to Basingstoke.

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 15:34:48 +0100
Queen Elizabeth II's cause of death revealed as death certificate released
Queen Elizabeth II died, aged 96, at Balmoral surrounded by members of the royal family earlier this month.

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Partnership considering buying land to extend Basingstoke hospital
THE partnership behind plans to build a new hospital for the town is considering purchasing nearby land at Basingstoke hospital to extend.

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Good Hope Farm owners 'disheartened' after thieves target charity
OWNERS of a charity farm have been left feeling “disheartened” after thieves target their farm with a string of break ins.

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 09:40:00 +0100
Basingstoke and Deane local plan delayed over controversial housing numbers
COUNCILLORS have come under fire for failing to reject a government push for nearly 18,000 homes in the borough – and delaying a public consultation on the local plan.

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Refurbishment underway at Morrisons in Basingstoke
A MAJOR refurbishment is underway at a Basingstoke supermarket.

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 09:30:44 +0100
Delays in Hampshire police response to priority incidents involving children, report shows
POLICE in Hampshire were delayed in attending priority incidents involving children, a new report has revealed.

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Exit 6 film festival returns to Basingstoke for seventh year
A BASINGSTOKE film festival returned for its seventh year over the weekend.

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 17:00:00 +0100
Miserable night for Hartley Wintney as Lymington Town grab win
Hartley Wintney were on the receiving end of a shock result when they were dumped out of the Hampshire Cup.

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 17:00:00 +0100
The Anvil Covid policy frustrates theatre-goer
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Wed, 28 Sep 2022 16:13:23 +0100
Campaign to support businesses through cost-of-living crisis launched
Rising inflation, growing export costs and ever-increasing energy prices are placing small and medium sized enterprises under unprecedented pressures.

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Rotary in Basingstoke to host charity fundraising dinner
ROTARY clubs in the Basingstoke and Deane area are teaming up to host a charity dinner event.

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Purr-fect weekend for Bison against Cats
​THE Basingstoke Bison enjoyed a perfect weekend with two victories over league leaders the Swindon Wildcats.

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Narrow defeat for Hook & Newnham Basics
Hook & Newnham Basics fell four runs short of their target as Havant celebrated a unique hat-trick of Southern Premier League T20 Cup finals wins.

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
St Michael’s Hospice's Moonlight Walk 2022 - in pictures
St Michael’s Hospice’s welcomed 300 walkers to its annual Moonlight Walk on Saturday.

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 18:04:14 +0100
Royal Mail reveals stamps in honour of the Royal Marines
The stamps are available from today (29 September) via the Royal Mail website and by phone on 03457 641 641.

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Friends to open new afternoon tea and cocktail business in Hook
TWO entrepreneurs are joining hands to open an online business in Hook to sell afternoon tea and DIY cocktail boxes.

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council says that Christmas lights will go ahead despite energy crisis
BASINGSTOKE and Deane Borough Council has promised that its usual Christmas light displays will return this year despite the ongoing energy crisis.

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 09:57:54 +0100
Tickets to see Ricky Gervais at The Anvil sell out in 10 minutes
TICKETS which sold out in record breaking time to see comedian Ricky Gervais at The Anvil have appeared on a resell site for more than £550, despite this being against the theatre’s rules.

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Christmas Time opening in Basingstoke's Festival Place
A NEW festive-themed shop is set to open in Basingstoke next month.

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 09:29:22 +0100
Shoppers racing to buy energy-saving hoodie after advice from Martin Lewis
UK shoppers are rushing to budget store B&M after being advised on a product which could stop them needing to turn on their heating this winter.

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 19:00:00 +0100
Sunday Trophy: Tadley through to second round by Milton’s save
In an all-Basingstoke League first round tie of the Hampshire FA Sunday Trophy, Tadley Town drew 1-1 with Bramley United, with Lors Nicholas opening the scoring for the visitors and Ben Stokes tapping in Bailey Goodenough’s cross to level for Tadle...

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 19:00:00 +0100
Saturday league: Ben Synan's brace hands victory for CK Andover
Two goals from Ben Synan secured the points for CK Andover on Saturday at Overton United Reserves to go top of Division 1 on goal difference, writes Tony Spencer.

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 18:22:00 +0100
Woman from Basingstoke prepares for Sue Ryder Starlight Hike Thames
A WOMAN from Bramley encourages others to join as she prepares for a charity walk in memory of her beloved mum who sadly passed away from cancer this year.

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 17:00:00 +0100
Thornycroft Roundabout, in Basingstoke, is total nonsense
I've wondered for some time if designers/planners of Thornycroft Roundabout may have come up with their plan after a party (i.e. they were intoxicated) because it is total nonsense.

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 13:57:05 +0100
Hampshire pub among venues JD Wetherspoon has put up for sale
JD Wetherspoon said it was a “commercial decision”

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0100
London Marathon: Baughurst student running to raise money for Leukaemia UK
​A GIRL from Baughurst is taking part in the London Marathon next week to raise both money and awareness after her Dad was sadly diagnosed with Leukaemia in 2015. ​

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Basingstoke's new district commander vows to tackle serious youth violence
A NEW District Commander for policing in Basingstoke and Deane has been appointed.

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Hockey: Defeats for Basingstoke first teams
Basingstoke Hockey Club’s Men’s 1s and Ladies’ 1s started their new season with defeats.

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 09:30:25 +0100
Dog owners face a hefty fine if pet unrestrained
DOG owners are at risk of receiving a substantial fine if driving with an unrestrained dog in the car new research states.

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Hampshire Constabulary in crackdown on fly-tipping
POLICE officers joined government agencies in a crackdown on fly-tipping last week.

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Southern Co-op help Kempshott Village Hall community fridge
A COMMUNITY fridge in Kempshott, along with nine others in the south, have been given a major boost.

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Ewhurst Park is turning into ‘edible landscape’ for people and nature
A FORMER shooting estate is being transformed into an “edible landscape” that restores nature at the same time as producing food.

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 20:00:00 +0100
Cranbourne Lane and Radford Gardens improvement works start
IMPROVEMENTS costing £146,000 to two open spaces in Basingstoke have begun, following changes to the design after a public consultation.

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Basingstoke gets ready for half marathon — here's how to enter
The Basingstoke Half Marathon and 10k will be held on October 2.

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
The Crickets pub in Thatcham reopens after refurbishment worth £196,000
A PUB in Thatcham has reopened following a vast refurbishment.

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Basingstoke Chess Club celebrates 125th anniversary
Basingstoke Chess Club is celebrating a milestone anniversary this year with the club turning 125 years old.



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