CAMPAIGNERS against major proposals to build a distribution hub on farmland in Dummer have begun to argue their case, claiming that if plans were approved they would dramatically change the landscape.

A NEW dog-walking facility has opened near Basingstoke giving dog owners the chance to exercise their pet in a secure space.

A BASINGSTOKE-based charity and a primary school have both received cash boosts thanks to a former mayor’s charitable fund.

POPULAR rags to riches fairytale Cinderella will take to The Anvil stage for this year's magical Christmas pantomime.

A SHORTAGE of bus drivers in Basingstoke has resulted in dozens of services being cancelled at short notice across the town.

A GRANDSON is moving tribunal against BDBC for “not providing council tax support to his granddad for many years”.

A BASINGSTOKE man in his 30s has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following a serious assault.

ANOTHER betting shop is set to open in an empty unit in Basingstoke to “increase footfall” and “add to the vitality” of the Top of Town.

IT IS not a sight you would expect to see in Basingstoke, but tropical fruits are being grown in a shared office in the town. 

RECYCLING throughout Hampshire has been made easier as you're now able to recycle soft plastics at even more Co-op stores.

SUPERMARKET chain Lidl have "provided" no evidence that other sites have been looked into, a planning appeal hearing into plans to build warehouses in Dummer has heard.

THERE are two road closure in Basingstoke finishing this week and next week, and one more closure starting to be aware of.

Dear BP, Texaco, Morrisons, Sainsbury’s, Co-op,

Hartley Wintney celebrated their first home win of the season when a solitary first-half goal gave them three points over fellow league strugglers North Leigh.

Basingstoke slumped to a drab 2-0 defeat to Binfield to end their Velocity Cup campaign at the first hurdle, in a match where the damage was done inside the first 20 minutes.

ICONIC stars of this year's Christmas pantomime have been busy getting into the Halloween spirit this year.

ProCook in Basingstoke will be giving away a goody bag worth £50 ti the first 20 customers through the door over the weekend.

Bottom of Division 2 Oakridge B were 2-0 down at Division 3 Hampshire Royals in their Bernard Cornish Cup tie.

Christmas meat shortages could comes as a result of a potential strike from the Food Standards Agency

Gogglebox has been bumped from Channel 4’s Friday schedule this week

After Suella Braverman's departure from Liz Truss's government, Grant Shapps has come in to replace her.

Suella Braverman resigned from Liz Truss's Cabinet saying she had "concerns" about the direction the Government is going in

A CHEMICAL leak at a private hospital which resulted in a man being taken to A&E is still under investigation more than 18 months after it happened.

PROPOSALS to build warehouses in Dummer would “radically” change the character of the land if plans go ahead, a planning appeal inquiry has heard.

A CONSERVATION group in Basingstoke is feeling relieved after Council confirmed that it is not planning to build access via Fuzzy Drove.

OFFICERS investigating a crash outside a supermarket in Basingstoke has confirmed that no arrests have been made yet.

Hampshire restaurants from Andover, Basingstoke, Winchester and more featured on the 2023 AA Guide

 

BASINGSTOKE business woman creates keepsakes for families by using breastmilk and DNA materials to make unique jewellery and art.

Roads policing officers will be increasing patrols to target speeding motorists for two weeks from October 17 to 30.

​THE Basingstoke Bison gave league leaders Leeds Knights a fright, but in the end were unable to dent their 100 per cent record.

Basingstoke Ladies 1s, sponsored by KJ Smith Solicitors, were at home to Team Bath Buccaneers Ladies 1s this week.

A NEW pop-up shop has opened its doors at Festival Place to raise money for St. Michael’s Hospice.

OFFICERS investigating a report of sexual assault are appealing for witnesses.

Basingstoke suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat at home to early pacesetters, Northwood, in an evenly-matched game.

VISITORS to Basingstoke town centre can meet Shrek and Princess Fiona, build a Lego vehicle to race and watch as Market Place is transformed into a Jurassic Playground this half-term.

RAPIDLY rising comedy star Chris McCausland has hit the road again and will be heading to Basingstoke in December.

RESIDENTS are being left playing a “deadly game of hide and seek” because of a lack of signage for life-saving defibrillators, according to a leading medical director.

FREE parking at Eastrop has been extended to the end of October, meaning families will be able to park there for free during the half-term holidays.

THIS week we look at steps you can take to review your business premises costs as part of Newsquest’s cost-of-living crisis campaign with NatWest to help support SMEs.

The Express reports that speculation claims Liz Truss could resign as early as today, just 41 days after taking office.

THE Gazette has teamed up with Jay Millers Circus to offer 6 readers the chance to win a family pass (worth £60) to the circus.

HEALTH leaders have issued a plea to the public following a rise in Covid and flu cases locally resulting in an increase in hospital admissions.

ANVIL Arts has joined forces with art companies to install a very special dandelion display.

A CHRISTMAS-LOVING dad will be bringing an amazing homemade Santa sleigh to Basingstoke this year to spread some Christmas cheer.

A LOVING sister has raised more than £17,000 for charity after fulfilling her sister’s last wish, by hosting a very special ball.

DOCK workers from a Suffolk port have protested outside of a Basingstoke shared office space as part of a large strike action.

Hartley Wintney’s poor run of form continued as they lost out to a very late and contentious goal in their visit to Poole Town.

Chineham Rugby Football Club followed up their victory at Bognor last time with a commanding performance against Tottonians.

A GALLERY in Basingstoke will be showcasing the work produced as part of the UK's most prestigious annual open exhibition for drawing.