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Basingstoke Gazette

Sun, 09 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Word Up: Bicycles - for ever dividing opinion
THIS week, I’ve got a new book out. As a ghostwriter, that’s something that happens on a regular basis, but this is the first time I’ve had my own published since 2012, so I hope you’ll forgive me this small mention. It’s been a strange ...

Sun, 09 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Five Hampshire properties perfect for first time buyers
First time buyers have plenty of options to choose from in Hampshire.

Sun, 09 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Problems Hampshire residents have reported this year
Anti pandemic posters and Ally Law stickers are just some of the problems residents across Hampshire have reported so far this year.

Sat, 08 May 2021 10:34:31 +0100
Elections results day for Hart District Council
Live coverage of results as they come in for Hart District Council

Sat, 08 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Basingstoke's hour-by-hour weather forecast this weekend
Ever since pubs and restaurants reopened their doors almost one month ago, it has provided a massive relief and allowed friends and family to see each other again.

Sat, 08 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100
In the courts: Sherfield man accused of making gun
A man has appeared in court accused of manufacturing a gun.

Sat, 08 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100
The Tadley chapel that is disguised as a house
On entering Tadley from Basingstoke on the A340 a rather simple chapel building comes into view, at the rear of a graveyard, which looks rather like a small single-story house. In fact, that is exactly what it was designed to be - a chapel disguised ...

Sat, 08 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Coronavirus: How Basingstoke compares to other areas
BASINGSTOKE and Deane recorded 21 new cases in the last seven day period, figures show.

Sat, 08 May 2021 09:51:44 +0100
Hospital holds meeting to reflect on the Covid pandemic
“EVERY sphere of my life has been invaded by this virus” – these are the words of a hospital worker describing how Covid has impacted her over the last year.

Sat, 08 May 2021 12:13:30 +0100
Full list of Basingstoke results for Local Elections 2021
The full list of results for county, borough, parish, PCC and neighbourhood planning referendums across Basingstoke and Deane and Hart

Sat, 08 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Basingstoke: Best places to go out for breakfast this weekend
WITH lockdown restrictions being eased, Basingstoke is slowly getting more buzzy and lively.

Sat, 08 May 2021 14:45:01 +0100
Supermarkets warn of safety fears over meat and fruit items
Pieces of glass, salmonella poisoning, Hepatitis A and chocking hazards are just some of the reasons behind a number of urgent product recalls.

Sat, 08 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Activities to try in Hampshire this weekend
For those that don’t fancy heading to the pub or hitting the shops we have a whole list of activities you can try.

Fri, 07 May 2021 08:36:14 +0100
Hampshire local elections: County council results
Results are being declared in the Hampshire County Council elections in Basingstoke.

Fri, 07 May 2021 17:35:20 +0100
Transport secretary announces ‘green list’ destinations
THE government has announced the list of countries residents in Basingstoke can travel to from May 17.

Fri, 07 May 2021 17:57:36 +0100
Hampshire County Council confirms no India Covid variant hotspots in county
HAMPSHIRE county council has confirmed that no area of the county - including Basingstoke - is currently being considered a 'hotspot' of the 'double mutant' India Covid variant.

Fri, 07 May 2021 18:40:37 +0100
Army veteran hits out at council over parking fine
A blue-badge holder has hit out at Basingstoke council after he was fined for parking in an area half an hour outside the allowed times, despite being the only car in the entire bay.

Fri, 07 May 2021 17:46:02 +0100
Firefighters called to Kempshott kitchen blaze
FIREFIGHTERS were called to a kitchen fire at a Kempshott home this afternoon - but no injuries have been reported.

Fri, 07 May 2021 12:50:59 +0100
Basingstoke council's bid to re-unite a lost collie with her owner fails
Basingstoke and Deane Council's attempt to re-unite an adorable collie with its owner has become unsuccessful.

Fri, 07 May 2021 10:57:10 +0100
No suggestion Basingstoke a hotspot for India Covid variant as concerns rise among public health experts
BASINGSTOKE is not considered to be a ‘hotspot’ for the ‘double mutant’ India covid variant, but concern about it has risen among public health officials.

Fri, 07 May 2021 23:08:00 +0100
Strong showing for Conservatives in County Council elections
Basingstoke's Conservatives are celebrating after a strong showing in county council elections that saw them make inroads into opposition seats.

Fri, 07 May 2021 18:56:16 +0100
Basingstoke Labour leader on Keir Starmer's future
It is too early to call for the leader of the Labour party to resign, according to Basingstoke's Labour leader.

Fri, 07 May 2021 18:24:28 +0100
Basingstoke businessman opens up about overcoming challenges
A YOUNG Basingstoke businessman has opened up about how he ‘turned his life around’ from troublesome schoolboy to successful entrepreneur.

Fri, 07 May 2021 14:35:34 +0100
Basingstoke shop owners react to government's plastic bag charge hike
Businesses in Basingstoke and north Hampshire have reacted to the doubling of the price of plastic bags.

Fri, 07 May 2021 12:29:44 +0100
Chinook at RAF Odiham gets special colour scheme
A HAMPSHIRE RAF base is celebrating the 40th anniversary of its iconic aircraft.

Fri, 07 May 2021 11:48:36 +0100
Covid-19: Under-40s to get alternative jab to AstraZeneca
While the balance of risk for the AstraZeneca vaccine is very favourable for older people, it is more finely balanced for younger groups.

Fri, 07 May 2021 09:05:36 +0100
Price of single use plastic bags to double this month
Basingstoke shoppers have been warned that the price of single-use plastic bags will be doubling later this month.

Fri, 07 May 2021 09:13:30 +0100
National Lottery player dubbed 'Mr M' wins £1million prize
A MYSTERY National Lottery winner from Hampshire has won an amazing £1,000,000.

Fri, 07 May 2021 09:11:56 +0100
The changes you’ll see in hair and beauty salons from May 17
The UK Government has confirmed that Step 3 of the lockdown roadmap in England will take place no earlier than 17 May.

Fri, 07 May 2021 10:31:39 +0100
Areas with highest and lowest vaccine coverage in Basingstoke
More than a quarter of people in Basingstoke and Deane have received two doses of a Covid-19 vaccine, figures reveal.

Fri, 07 May 2021 09:52:05 +0100
West Way Nissan teams up with WellChild children's charity
Basingstoke's West Way Nissan dealership is joining forces with WellChild children's health charity.

Thu, 06 May 2021 08:37:18 +0100
North Hampshire goes to the polls in 'Super Thursday' elections
Polls have opened in North Hampshire on 'Super Thursday' - follow live updates here.

Thu, 06 May 2021 22:37:41 +0100
Winchester railway station incident: Person dies after being hit by train
A PERSON has died after being struck by a train at Winchster railway station.

Thu, 06 May 2021 17:56:43 +0100
Basingstoke residents discuss voting - or not - during the pandemic
After a morning of showers, the sun was shining on Basingstoke this afternoon (Thursday, May 6) as residents across the borough took to the polls for a bumper day of elections.

Thu, 06 May 2021 05:53:00 +0100
GAZETTE COMMENT: Make Basingstoke great for young people
THIS past year has robbed many young people of important milestones and opportunities such as graduations, end-of-school celebrations and making memories with their friends.

Thu, 06 May 2021 22:29:09 +0100
Emergency services dealing with incident at Winchester train station
EMERGENCY services have been dealing with an incident at Winchester train station this evening (Thursday).

Thu, 06 May 2021 17:20:30 +0100
NHS to revise Covid vaccine site over concerns it could leak your details
If users do not have their NHS number to hand, they can book an appointment with basic identity information.

Thu, 06 May 2021 13:25:30 +0100
Hatch Warren runners raise more than £12,000
EMOTIONS were running high when a group of fundraisers crossed the finish line of a 24-hour relay in support of their friend who received a shock diagnosis last year.

Thu, 06 May 2021 18:11:00 +0100
Charity celebrates courageous Kay as she completes epic ice water swim challenge
A BASINGSTOKE woman has raised more than £1,500 for a local cancer charity through courageous swims in the open wearing just a swimsuit in temperatures below zero and in the snow, ice, rain and wind.

Thu, 06 May 2021 15:35:08 +0100
Fabulous fathers: Enter our Father's Day competition
WE'RE looking for Hampshire's best dads for our Father's Day feature.

Thu, 06 May 2021 11:36:02 +0100
Dogs at polling stations: The UK's best voting day tradition explained
Election days in the UK have become about one thing and one thing only. Dogs at polling stations.

Thu, 06 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Has your water bill gone up? We’re here to help
While everyone’s been at home more, we’ve all been using more water – your bill may have gone up as a result.

Wed, 05 May 2021 20:52:35 +0100
Travellers plan to race A33, Micheldever in June
TRAVELLERS are planning to race along the A33 again in June – and police are unsure if they will be able to stop them.

Wed, 05 May 2021 13:09:56 +0100
Wessex House: 18-year-old released with no further action
Teenager was arrested in raid of Wessex House on April 27, but will face no further action.

Wed, 05 May 2021 11:57:02 +0100
School bus crash driver admits charges of injuring pupils near Winchester
A SCHOOL bus driver has today pleaded guilty to causing a serious crash in Headbourne Worthy which left three children needing surgery.

Wed, 05 May 2021 14:24:40 +0100
Great-grandfather passed away after post office fall
Tributes have been paid to a “happy-go-lucky” great-grandfather who worked at Portals for 40 years after he passed away following a fall.

Wed, 05 May 2021 09:51:35 +0100
Council closed Eastrop car park at 4pm to tackle fly-tipping
SIGNS up in Eastrop car park warning that it closes at 4pm because of fly-tipping issues are no longer applicable, the council has said.

Wed, 05 May 2021 09:00:00 +0100
Planning applications for Basingstoke and Deane this week
THE GAZETTE regularly prints public notices alerting the public to proposals whether by statutory authorities, private companies or individuals.

Wed, 05 May 2021 08:31:52 +0100
Basingstoke elections 2021: Where the council could be won or lost
New battle lines will be drawn tomorrow as the town’s politicians prepare to fight the first elections with new ward boundaries.

Wed, 05 May 2021 10:42:06 +0100
Birds' nest found in hedge cut by borough council
THE council has tried to justify cutting a hedge where a birds’ nest was found.



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