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Basingstoke Gazette

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Basingstoke Foodbank sees surge in demand for help
THE demand for food has surged in Basingstoke, a Basingstoke Foodbank has revealed.

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Narrow defeat for Hartley Wintney against Tiverton Town
Tiverton Town edged out Hartley Wintney thanks to a single second-half goal from home striker Lucas Vowles.

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Old Basing: Seven homes approved as developer improves plans
The application was submitted to allow the demolition of the existing building and the erection of seven homes on Wildwood Farm Newnham Lane in Old Basing.

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Greener Basingstoke to quiz council leader on environment
BASINGSTOKE climate campaigners have been given a second chance to quiz council leaders about the environment after being let down at the last minute ahead of the original meeting.

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
More than a thousand shoeboxes to be donated to Ukrainian children
EARLIER this month, more than 1000 shoeboxes were donated to Basingstoke Rotary clubs to help support Ukrainian children in Ukraine.

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
BBC Children In Need 2022: When is it and how to take part
Whether you're looking to donate to some good causes or don your Pudsey ears for a night of entertainment, here's everything you need to know. 

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 18:00:00 +0000
Brighton Hill murder: Accused killers joked about committing a crime
TWO men who allegedly killed a father of two in Basingstoke joked about a man who could not breathe, a court has heard.

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 18:00:00 +0000
Basingstoke dad urging others to get checked after cancer diagnosis
Ian Vizer admits his ‘stubborn’ nature could have cost him his life, if he hadn’t finally listened to the advice of his wife and daughters-in-law.

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 11:20:11 +0000
A34 crash leaves Vauxhall Astra in central reservation
A CRASH northbound on the A34 has resulted in a car hitting the central reservation on Tuesday morning.

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Coppice Spring still inadequate despite improvements since inspection
Coppice Spring Academy was graded as ‘inadequate’ in March by Ofsted, which found pupils were provided with an “unacceptably poor education”.

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 17:00:00 +0000
Back-to-back wins for five-star Basingstoke
Basingstoke put on a show of counter-attacking football to run away from struggling Merstham on Saturday.

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 17:00:00 +0000
Children in Need: Basingstoke instructor taking part in relay
A BASINGSTOKE driving instructor will take part in BBC Children in Need’s Big Learner Relay on Wednesday.

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Whitchurch man's barrister goes to Wales for Isle of Wight court case
A furious Isle of Wight Crown Court judge asks a barrister why he went to Newport in Wales rather than on the Isle of Wight.

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Hockey: Defeats for Basingstoke first teams
BOTH Basingstoke Ladies 1s and Men's 1s suffered defeats last week while Ladies 2s secured a stunning victory.

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 10:17:55 +0000
Tesco Christmas shoppers struggle in long queues as site crashes
Tesco Delivery Saver customers were told they could book a Christmas slot from 6am on November 15

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 10:15:27 +0000
New heart centre opens at Basingstoke hospital
A NEW heart centre has opened at Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital to provide emergency and elective cardiac procedure.

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council propose freezing council tax
FREEZING council tax and not increasing parking charges are being proposed to help residents cope with the cost of living crises.

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Ashcombe House Care home residents take part in Remembrance Day
RESIDENTS from a care home in Basingstoke joined the rest of the United Kingdom in holding a two-minute silence on Remembrance Sunday.

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Hampshire police to crack down on knife crime and violence
A "WEEK of action" has been launched to crack down on knife crime and violence.

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
BATS cast of Shrek meet special guests at charity show
THE cast of Shrek entertained families at a special charity performance at the Haymarket Theatre.

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 11:09:43 +0000
Former BBC Top Gear presenter Sue Baker dies as family pays tribute
After 100 episodes Baker moved aside in 1991 to make way for Jeremy Clarkson.

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 10:15:22 +0000
Martin Lewis issues Black Friday shopping advice in hilarious TikTok
The MoneySavingExpert founder took to social media on Monday evening to share a 'memo' ahead of the biggest shopping period of the year. 

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 10:19:34 +0000
Police find David James Hall wanted on recall to prison
POLICE say they have found a man who was wanted on recall to prison to complete his sentence.

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 11:13:25 +0000
Parklands Hospital murder: Trial date set for teenager
Owen Herbert, 19, of The Green, Overton, attended via a video link at Winchester Crown Court on Monday, November 14.

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Hampshire County Council calls for urgent Government support
The leader of Hampshire County Council has warned it is 'sleepwalking' into financial disaster.

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 20:00:00 +0000
The G Factory set to open in Festival Place Basingstoke
The G Factory will open in Festival Place offering 30 different gelato and fruity sorbet flavours that change with the seasons.

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 18:00:00 +0000
REVIEW: BATS £75k budget Shrek full of 'jaw-dropping' surprises
WE ALL know and love the friendly green ogre Shrek from the film Oscar-winning Dreamworks Animation film.

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 17:00:00 +0000
M3 road closure starting tonight and upcoming works on A34
DRIVERS in Basingstoke have two upcoming road closures to be aware of.

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Dashwood Manor thanks community for scores of poppy donations
Residents and team members from Care UK’s Dashwood Manor, on Bradley Way, decided to create their very own poppy wall.

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Disabled Basingstoke and Test Valley residents miss out on benefits
HUNDREDS of people in Basingstoke and the Test Valley had their disability benefits stopped after staying in hospital, according to shocking new figures.

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Carol service at Basingstoke crematorium to raise money for charity
A crematorium in Basingstoke is hosting a Carol Service to raise money for a charity.

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 15:29:00 +0000
Tesco shoppers urged to act TODAY amid major Tesco Clubcard change
As things stand, Delivery Saver codes are worth three Clubcard vouchers for people who use the scheme.

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 15:27:30 +0000
Asda issues George clothing recall due to fire risk
Some George at Asda children's clothing has been recalled due to fire and strangulation risks

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 13:11:29 +0000
Advice from NatWest business banking director on cost of living crisis
OVER the past five weeks we’ve covered topics from energy efficiency to financial wellbeing in our campaign with NatWest to help support SMEs during the cost of living crisis.

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 17:00:59 +0000
Aldershot: motorcyclist dies after hitting kerb on Bourley Road
A motorcyclist has died following a road traffic incident on Bourley Road near Aldershot.

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 08:34:23 +0000
Hampshire: Scaffold pole comes loose and hits car hurting driver
A SCAFFOLD pole came loose from a vehicle on a busy Hampshire road and pierced another car's door, seriously injuring the driver.

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 17:00:00 +0000
JM Finn sponsors Hampshire Art Show to support medical fund
THOUSANDS of pounds were raised via an art show for Basingstoke, Winchester and Andover hospitals thanks to generous sponsorship.

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Flashback: The secret life of former Basingstoke Mayor John May
John May is probably best remembered as a prodigious benefactor whose gifts to the town included the Bounty Cricket Ground.

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Stagecoach to raise money for air ambulance with Basingstoke open day
Stagecoach team will be inviting visitors for a behind-the-scene community open day at Basingstoke bus depot.

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 08:22:49 +0000
Basingstoke: Police stop van driver with no tax, insurance or licence
A VAN driver has been stopped by police in Basingstoke who found they had no insurance, MOT or tax.

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
EastEnders actors join Basingstoke fitness challenge for charity
A GROUP of fitness enthusiasts organised a fitness event to raise money for a charity.

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Basingstoke's Proteus Theatre Company to receive further funding
A BASINGSTOKE-based theatre company has successfully managed to secure further funding from Arts Council England.

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Basingstoke council achieves White Ribbon Accreditation
BASINGSTOKE and Deane Borough Council has recently become White Ribbon Accreditation.

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Residents urged to comment on Basingstoke draft plan
RESIDENTS are being asked to voice their opinion on the Basingstoke and Deane Council’s draft action plan to improve services.

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Crown Heights: Work yet to get underway to remove cladding
The external cladding at Crown Heights, which has around 250 flats, contains the flammable material 'expanded polystyrene' and features no fire breaks.

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 20:00:00 +0000
Properties for sale: St Mary Bourne barn for £1.75m
THIS oak-framed barn in St Mary Bourne with unhindered views has gone on the market for £1.75m.

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 18:00:00 +0000
Basingstoke arts festival preparing to celebrate 60 years
A BASINGSTOKE performing arts festival is celebrating its sixth decade of bringing music and art to the area.

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 17:00:00 +0000
Bewley Homes hosts groundbreaking ceremony in Overton
A GROUNDBREAKING ceremony has taken place to start a development of 82 homes in Overton.

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Bewley Homes replaces kitchen at Help for Heroes
A BASINGSTOKE-based housing developer has helped provide a new kitchen for the head office of a veteran’s charity.

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Fur and Feathers owners reassure pub is open after planning bid
The owners of the Fur and Feathers have reassured customers that it is still open after applying to convert the establishment into a house.



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