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Basingstoke Gazette

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 15:49:19 +0000
Mildmay Oaks Hospital nurse grabbed patient by the neck
A NURSE who grabbed a patient by the neck after he was swung at has been told to carry out unpaid work.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 16:31:57 +0000
The nine men all Hampshire women should avoid
These are just some of the men who have been jailed in Hampshire for their vile attacks on women.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Basingstoke's cladding crisis revealed as fire safety checks made public
THE EXTENT of Basingstoke’s cladding crisis has for the first time been laid bare as The Gazette makes public the results of fire safety surveys that developers are accused of trying to keep hidden.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 23:35:17 +0000
Tensions between councillors heat up on eve of election
Tensions between councillors have heated up at a full council meeting ahead of crucial elections in May.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 09:03:42 +0000
Basingstoke cladding: Date set for remedial work at Victory Hill
A COUNTDOWN to the removal of dangerous cladding at one Basingstoke block of flats can now begin as a date has been set.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 16:23:30 +0000
One man injured after car crash near Overton station
ONE man has suffered minor injuries after two cars crash on a railway bridge this afternoon.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 15:19:03 +0000
Kingsclere Road reopens after collision on Foxdown Overbridge.
Welcome to our live blog this afternoon, bringing you updates on reports of a traffic incident north of Overton.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 19:11:13 +0000
Tributes to boy, three, who died after falling in the Kennet and Avon Canal
The family of a boy who died after falling in the Kennet and Avon Canal in Newbury have paid tribute to him.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 17:25:08 +0000
Cllr Kim Taylor accused of mudslinging in council meeting
A COUNCILLOR has come under fire after she was accused of mudslinging in a public meeting.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 12:58:00 +0000
North Hampshire CCG to merge with five others from April
The clinical commissioning group (CCG) in North Hampshire is set to merge with five others from April - creating one Hampshire-wide body.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 17:34:04 +0000
Winklebury man acquitted of sexually abusing a teenager
A MAN has been acquitted of sexually abusing a teenager.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 17:06:38 +0000
Will vaccination be delayed in Basingstoke? Key questions answered
Basingstoke is expected to see a slowdown in vaccination programme following a delay in the supply of vaccines to the UK.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 16:37:57 +0000
See what age group is being vaccinated now in Hampshire and where YOU are
One in two people aged 55-59 in Hampshire have received at least one dose of Covid vaccine, latest figures have revealed.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 12:08:57 +0000
COMMENT: Concrete commitments on street safety needed before it's too late
Over the past fortnight, important conversations have been had about street safety across every facet of society.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 11:37:00 +0000
Lord Lymington, Piers Morgan and other letters of the week
What’s happening with Dial a Ride?Dear Editor,As a regular and satisfied customer of dial a ride for some years can anyone from the County Council please explain what is happening to this service for the elderly and infirm?As if lockdown is not ...

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 16:47:31 +0000
Basron to appeal against decision to refuse Camrose plans
Rafi Razzak's Basron has launched an appeal against the council's refusal to grant them planning permission on the Camrose ground.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 17:45:14 +0000
Covid closes Micheldever Primary School
MICHELDEVER Primary School has temporarily closed after a number of Covid cases were reported.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 20:49:09 +0000
Public and press excluded ‘yet again’ from latest ice rink update
MEMBERS of the public and press have once again been excluded from an update on the local authority’s involvement in much-needed repairs to Basingstoke ice rink - much to the frustration of interested parties.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 10:24:22 +0000
Basingstoke Conservatives mocked for boasting about investment in local sport
BASINGSTOKE Conservative party has been mocked on Facebook after they boasted about investment in local sports.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 09:24:25 +0000
Man rescued from Baughurst home as crews tackled kitchen fire
FIREFIGHTERS from Basingstoke and Tadley extinguished a fire at a home in Baughurst in the early hours of this morning.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 16:32:32 +0000
When will Tesco in Popley reopen? What we know so far
A TESCO Express store in Popley is currently closed following a major fire at the premises on Monday evening (March 15).

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 13:05:22 +0000
Lib Dems label derelict houses lying empty as "scandal"
TWO derelict council-owned houses which have been boarded up since 2019 could cost around £90,000 to bring back into use.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 09:12:00 +0000
E-fit released after Tadley man arrested in connection with assault of police officer
POLICE have a released an e-fit image of a man they want to speak to after a police officer was assaulted earlier this month.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 19:19:41 +0000
PAPER PREVIEW: Shop gutted after 'freezer explosion'
Here's a look at what you can expect from this week's edition of the Gazette, out Thursday (March 18).

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 09:37:38 +0000
Who wants to build in your street this week?
THE Basingstoke Gazette regularly prints public notices alerting the public to proposals whether by statutory authorities, private companies or individuals. See: https://www.basingstokegazette. co.uk/announcements/public_notices/

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 15:35:41 +0000
'Why saying Not All Men is not good'
No, not all dogs are violent. No, not all dogs attack other dogs. No, not all dogs hate cats. No, not all dogs run away from their owners and embarrass them in the park. No, not all dogs break into the biscuit cupboard overnight, consume what they ca...

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 11:05:48 +0000
Stalking offences set to hit record high in Hampshire
During the first six months since the coronavirus pandemic hit, stalking was reported six times a day on average across Hampshire.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 16:13:17 +0000
Revealed: Hampshire Pigsty most wish-listed Airbnb home
The Winchester based Airbnb stole the top spot from the more exotic Greek cave in 2020.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 15:45:34 +0000
Hampshire Hero Awards 2021: Nominate your unsung hero
HEARTWARMING stories of sacrifice and support have been flooding into The Basingstoke Gazette following the launch of the Hampshire Hero Awards.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 13:00:01 +0000
Martin Lewis says millions will receive £500 in April - how to claim yours
The Money Saving Expert was speaking with co-host, Angelica Bell on this week's instalment of ITV's The Martin Lewis Money Show. 

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 10:34:30 +0000
ITV looking for contestants to appear on The Cube
Do you think you have what it takes to beat The Cube?

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 16:18:21 +0000
Netflix has revealed new TV series and films coming this week
Netflix has released a whole host of new shows and movies coming this week.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 12:51:23 +0000
The best safety apps for people who feel unsafe at night
If you want a little extra peace of mind the next time you are walking alone, there are personal safety apps that can help.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 11:14:44 +0000
Third of young Brits do not feel financially secure in current Covid-19 climate
A survey from NatWest has found that just over a third of young Brits don’t feel financially secure in the current Covid-19 climate. Rachael Thomas, from NatWest’s Retail Banking Strategy and Innovation team, explains why young people have been h...

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 15:39:38 +0000
Basingstoke women share experiences in the wake of Sarah Everard's death
News of Sarah Everard's death has sent shockwaves across the country bringing concerns about women's safety to the top of the agenda.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 13:12:05 +0000
Former Big Breakfast star wants your views
BASINGSTOKE residents have just three days to have their say in the latest survey on the long-term future of the town.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 16:01:34 +0000
Popley Tesco store remains closed following major fire
TESCO Express in Popley will remain closed for a ‘short period’ while repairs are carried out following a major fire there last night, the supermarket chain has confirmed.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 11:34:21 +0000
MPs call for M3 Junction 7 warehouse plans to be called in
A group of Hampshire MPs have called on the government to ‘call in’ plans for new warehouses over plans in could put a new hospital “at risk”.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 14:31:48 +0000
Calls for street light review in wake of Sarah Everard killing
WHAT more is needed to make streets safer for women? Yesterday, in a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Boris Johnson, Chief constables from across the country discussed this question, following the tragic death of Sarah Everard in London.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 11:56:46 +0000
Firefighters extinguish blaze at Chineham office block
FIRE crews from Basingstoke and Odiham attended an electrical fire at an office block in Chineham in the early hours of this morning (March 16).

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 11:26:40 +0000
Six-month project will shape Basingstoke town centre
THE borough council is spending almost £200,000 on expert advice on how to improve the town centre.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 09:26:14 +0000
Police warning after rise in thefts of catalytic converters in Basingstoke
BASINGSTOKE Rural Pops have issued a warning to motorists in the area after a number of catalytic converter were stolen.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 13:16:47 +0000
Dad completes running challenge for Sebastian's Action Trust
A DETERMINED dad has completed a gruelling running challenge for a charity close to his heart.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 11:20:47 +0000
Areas with the highest number of sexual and violent assaults in Hampshire
An analysis of figures from Hampshire Constabulary reveals the risks that women face, with murder, rape and abuse.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 16:19:44 +0000
Pet detective claims Hampshire police are not taking dog napping seriously enough
The pet detective claimed Hampshire police are not taking dog napping seriously enough.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 15:57:04 +0000
Zoopla's Rich List reveals Hampshire's most expensive streets
THE annual property rich list, revealing the most expensive streets across the UK, has revealed which Hampshire streets are among the priciest.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 14:34:41 +0000
Undercover officers at nightclubs among plans to better protect women
Plain clothes police officers could patrol bars and nightclubs around the country as part of plans to protect women from “predatory” offenders.

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 22:41:52 +0000
'Significant damage' to Tesco in Popley after major fire
THERE is 'significant damage' to a Tesco Express store in Popley after a major fire broke out there this evening  (March 15) - but no one has been hurt.

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 20:33:39 +0000
Fire out after 'explosion' at Basingstoke Tesco Express
Firefighters are battling a blaze at the supermarket branch on Carpenters Down

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 11:51:10 +0000
Vehicle strikes railway bridge between Overton and Basingstoke
A VEHICLE hit a railway bridge between Basingstoke and Overton this morning, leading to travel delays.



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