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Basingstoke Gazette

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Works begin for Inspire Neurocare centre in Basingstoke
Clinicians and construction teams took part in an official ground-breaking ceremony for the Inspire Neurocare centre in Basingstoke.

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 10:01:44 +0000
Six men wearing balaclavas seen in garden of Durley home
SIX balaclava-clad men were spotted in the garden of a residential property.

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Fedcap Employment helping jobseekers back to work in Basingstoke
Not-for-profit organisation Fedcap Employment is delivering the Government’s Restart Scheme in the town.

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
The Anvil panto stars to turn on Tadley's Christmas lights
Tadley’s annual Christmas Tree Lights event will be held on Friday, November 25, starting at 6pm.

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Diwali celebrations at Spices and Spirits Basingstoke - in pictures
A DIWALI celebration was held in an Indian restaurant in Basingstoke.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 18:00:00 +0000
Caker Street delays opening of Basingstoke branch in Church Street
THERE has been a delay to the opening of a new cake shop in Basingstoke because of ‘stock and equipment issues’.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 12:12:00 +0000
Roads at Longacre are 'shared equally' with pedestrians
THE borough council has said that pavements were left out of the design for a Basingstoke housing development because the roads are meant to be “shared equally” by pedestrians and vehicles.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 12:05:16 +0000
Advice from NatWest on avoiding cost of living scams
FOR the fifth instalment of our cost of living campaign with NatWest, we’re looking at five scams SMEs (small and medium sized enterprises) may fall prey to. The rising costs for businesses have created golden opportunities for scammers.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 18:00:00 +0000
Ollie scores first-ever Bison goal, but Bison suffer
TEENAGER Ollie Hemmings-Maher scored his first-ever Basingstoke Bison goal last Sunday in Peterborough.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 18:00:00 +0000
Dorset chief constable Scott Chilton set for Hampshire job
DORSET Police’s chief constable has been chosen as the preferred candidate for the equivalent role in Hampshire after just over a year in the Dorset hotseat.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 12:47:35 +0000
Abbey Court in Popley plants Queen's Green Canopy tree
Abbey Court received one of the 350 saplings which made up the ‘Tree of Trees’ installed outside Buckingham Palace to mark the Queen’s jubilee.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 10:42:03 +0000
Parking in Basingstoke: Have your say on council's plans
The consultation on the draft Basingstoke Town Centre Parking Strategy runs until midday on Monday, November 14.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 05:46:00 +0000
CHEC eye care centre to open in Basingstoke
Community-based ophthalmology and endoscopy services provider CHEC has announced the launch of its new treatment centre in Basingstoke.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 12:19:53 +0000
Carry On and Harry Potter star Leslie Phillips dies aged 98 as wife pays emotional tribute
In tribute, his wife Zara, 63, said: “I've lost a wonderful husband and the public has lost a truly great showman."

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Basingstoke council criticised for failing to reject voter ID plans
One of the most significant changes is the introduction of voter ID, which will require all electors to produce a form of photo identification.

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 18:00:00 +0000
VIDEO: England Football manager Gareth Southgate backed by Hampshire military veteran as patron for Help for Heroes
BEFORE flying to Qatar for the World Cup, an England football manager met with veterans who’ve been supported by Help for Heroes to pledge his support to the military charity.

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 18:00:00 +0000
Census 2021: Most deprived areas in Basingstoke revealed
THE most deprived areas of Basingstoke and Deane have been revealed in the latest 2021 census results.

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 17:00:00 +0000
Former Arsenal player Ian Selley named manager of Hartley Wintney
Hartley Wintney FC have announced the appointment of former Arsenal player Ian Selley as the club’s new manager.

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 13:30:00 +0000
TotCity coming to Basingstoke opening in former Lloyds Bank unit
A ROLE-PLAY centre for children is set to open in Basingstoke taking over a unit which has been empty for more than three years.

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 13:30:00 +0000
Megan McCubbin named president of Hampshire Wildlife Trust
The Springwatch presenter assumes the role alongside co-presenter Chris Packham who becomes a Vice President for the Trust

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Basingstoke Aquadrome team shortlisted in National Fitness Awards
THE gym team at Basingstoke Aquadrome has been shortlisted at this year’s National Fitness Awards in the category Gym Team of the Year.

Sun, 06 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Former Basingstoke mayor calls for fund to help people replace windows
THE former mayor of Basingstoke has called for a special fund to be set up to help people in conservation areas replace their windows.

Sun, 06 Nov 2022 13:27:55 +0000
Hatch Warren fireworks in pictures
The Hatch Warren fireworks extravaganza returned with a bang on Saturday, November 5 as huge crowds marveled at the display.

Sun, 06 Nov 2022 18:00:00 +0000
Hampshire Medical Fund appoints Daniel Benton as new chairman
The Hampshire Medical Fund, a local charity that specialises in buying cutting-edge medical equipment for Hampshire hospitals, has welcomed their new chairman, Daniel Benton.

Sun, 06 Nov 2022 18:00:00 +0000
Firvale centre: Hampshire Hospital's services are 'unaffected'
THE services run by Hampshire Hospitals at a respite centre which will be closed due to mounting costs and repair work are unaffected.

Sun, 06 Nov 2022 17:59:13 +0000
House burglaries: Thieves target at least five houses in Basingstoke say police
THIEVES have targetted five properties in Basingstoke in the last couple of days, with three happening in the last 24 hours, according to police.

Sun, 06 Nov 2022 17:00:00 +0000
The Anvil: Wi-Fi Wars game show set to get residents involved
A LIVE comedy game show where auidebnces play along is coming to The Anvil theatre this month,

Sun, 06 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Camera Club pictures: Wheels and Wings in this month's photos
THE theme for the Basingstoke Gazette Camera Club in October was wheels and wings, allowing members of the club to get creative.

Sun, 06 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Flashback Thursday: Unveiling a new era
FIFTY-FOUR years ago, on Tuesday, November 12, 1968, a new era in the commercial life of Basingstoke began.

Sun, 06 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
The Anvil: The Chineke! Orchestra to perform in Basingstoke
AN orchestra comprising of exceptional musicians is all set to entertain audiences at Basingstoke's Anvil theatre

Sun, 06 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Basingstoke property: Four-bedroom home on sale for £700k
THIS four-bedroom property in Basingstoke has gone up for sale for £700,000.

Sun, 06 Nov 2022 18:05:07 +0000
ITV I'm A Celeb 2022: Line up, what time and everything to know
Prepare yourself for stomach-churning Bushtucker trials because I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! is back...

Sun, 06 Nov 2022 18:03:09 +0000
BBC Strictly Come Dancing result ‘leaked’ as viewers fume at week 7 spoiler
A 'leak' claims to have an audience source who has revealed tonight's result.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 18:00:00 +0000
Councillors call for football ground to be built at leisure park
COUNCILLORS have called for a football ground to be built at the leisure park as part of its redevelopment.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Court round-up: Cases from Basingstoke and the surrounding area
A MAN from Hampshire who smeared dog faeces on a property has been handed a fine.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 10:47:55 +0000
Gold, designer scarves, and designer handbags stolen during home burglary in Hook
GOLD, designer scarves, and designer handbags were taken during a home burglary in Hook.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 20:00:00 +0000
Hampshire pub The King Charles named best in a village
IT'S the cosy community pub that has been named the best in the country.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 18:00:00 +0000
Basingstoke property: One bedroom house on sale for £225k
A "LOVELY" one-bedroom semi-detached house in Basingstoke has gone up for sale for £225,000.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 17:00:00 +0000
The Anvil: Basingstoke residents to expect beautiful show with The Sinfonia of London
AN orchestra is set to perform a beautiful programme for residents in Basingstoke to sit back and enjoy.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 17:00:00 +0000
Beaverbrooks to close in Festival Place on Boxing Day in Basingstoke
A major UK retailer will close its doors in Basingstoke this Boxing Day.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
The Anvil: Woman to Woman show to celebrate best British female singers and songwriters
AN exciting show is all set to celebrate some of the best British female singers and songwriters.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Museums and parks: Best free and low cost things to do in Basingstoke
LEISURE time across the board seems to have one thing in common - it costs money.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
The Anvil: The Sixteen set to spread some Christmas cheer
ONE of the world’s great choral ensembles returns to The Anvi stage this month for another delightful and thrilling concert.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Workplace trade union reps form Basingstoke solidary group
WORKPLACE trade union reps have come together to form a solitary group in Basingstoke.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Basingstoke council installs CCTV cameras to catch fly-tippers
SURVEILLANCE cameras are being installed at the borough council’s six recycling sites across the borough to crack down on problems with persistent fly-tipping at the sites.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 18:56:38 +0000
Costco launches discounts for Blue Light Workers
Costco has signed up to give Blue Light Workers exclusive discounts.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 18:52:45 +0000
TikTok windscreen hack warning to UK drivers could see fines or jail time
Drivers have been warned about following a TikTok windscreen life hack video after it said motorists could avoid using wipers during bad weather.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 18:00:00 +0000
Brighton Hill murder: Men tried to get victim to hand over car keys, court hears
Frantisek Olah, 31, was fatally wounded in his home in Musgrave Close, Brighton Hill, on Sunday, May 22 – the day before his birthday.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Catch-22 handing over three Basingstoke schools following decline
A FAILING academy trust that runs three Basingstoke schools is closing and handing them over to another provider following a string of poor Ofsted inspections.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
The Hatch, Old Basing, to close ahead of major refurbishment
The Hatch will be completely transformed on the inside, with significant improvements to the garden area due to take place next year.



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