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Basingstoke Gazette

Wed, 26 May 2021 09:45:06 +0100
Buryfield Infants digs up 25-year-old time capsule
A NORTH Hampshire school has dug-up a 25-year-old time capsule.

Tue, 25 May 2021 16:15:11 +0100
Killers of Taylor Williams released two days before murder
The men responsible for the killing of a teenager in Basingstoke were arrested and released just days before his death, it has been revealed.

Tue, 25 May 2021 11:56:23 +0100
One person injured in accident on Aldermaston Road
One person suffered minor injuries in an accident on Aldermaston Road, near Merton Rise, this morning (Tuesday).

Tue, 25 May 2021 15:31:07 +0100
Nemo found after dealing £1 million of Class A drugs
A major dealer who controlled Basingstoke's drug scene has been jailed.

Tue, 25 May 2021 15:14:30 +0100
Covid-19 in Basingstoke: Three schools record positive cases
THREE schools across the Basingstoke and Deane have reported at least one positive case of coronavirus since Sunday.

Tue, 25 May 2021 07:43:38 +0100
Mass Covid testing in Hampshire after Indian variant found
Mass testing is set to start in parts of north east Hampshire today after cases of the new variant were found.

Tue, 25 May 2021 10:56:59 +0100
Hampshire vet issues warning after Alabama Rot kills Cockapoo
A Hampshire vet has issued a warning to dog owners about a deadly disease that is killing dogs.

Tue, 25 May 2021 11:01:21 +0100
UK summer heatwave starting this Bank Holiday weekend with 22C highs
Experts predict that warmer temperatures are on the way, bringing an end to the torrid conditions experienced across the UK.

Mon, 24 May 2021 11:35:51 +0100
Eight Animal Rebellion protestors charged with trespass to appear in court next month
EIGHT people who were arrested following Saturday's Animal Rebellion protest on Houndmills Road, Basingstoke, have been charged with aggravated trespass.

Mon, 24 May 2021 16:55:48 +0100
Car veers off road on A30 near Old Basing
A CAR was recovered from a hedge on the A30 north of Old Basing this afternoon - temporarily closing one lane.

Mon, 24 May 2021 11:49:10 +0100
Exertis employees called Sikh colleague an Arab shoebomber
Three Basingstoke employees racially harassed their Sikh colleague - causing him to quit, an employment tribunal has heard.

Mon, 24 May 2021 09:52:05 +0100
Sikh account manager seeks £6m damages from Exertis for racial abuse
A BASINGSTOKE office worker who was subjected to a barrage of racial abuse is seeking £6.6 million in compensation from the company.

Mon, 24 May 2021 11:42:19 +0100
Rich List 2021: Hampshire's wealthiest people
From chemicals to hotels, five billionaires and two multi-millionaires in the county have made their money through a variety of different ways.

Mon, 24 May 2021 12:07:39 +0100
Basingstoke vaccination centre gets ‘shout out’ from Graham Norton in Eurovision final
ONE OF Basingstoke’s vaccination centres received a ‘shout out’ from Graham Norton on Saturday night’s Eurovision Song Contest grand final.

Mon, 24 May 2021 14:01:49 +0100
Tickets on sale for popular outdoor cinema at Down Grange
OUTDOOR cinema will be back in Basingstoke this summer with the return of the popular Pictures in the Park event.

Mon, 24 May 2021 11:15:50 +0100
Basingstoke businessman launches new music streaming website
A BASINGSTOKE businessman has launched a new music website aimed at

Mon, 24 May 2021 15:15:03 +0100
VIVID makes 'Top 100 companies to work for in South East' list
A BASINGSTOKE-BASED company has made a '100 best companies to work for' list in the South East.

Mon, 24 May 2021 14:40:18 +0100
More than 180 deliberate vehicle fires in Hampshire in a year
MORE than 180 vehicles were torched deliberately across Hampshire in a year, fire service figures show.

Mon, 24 May 2021 09:24:00 +0100
Developer opens new student training centre at Hartland Village in Fleet
A DEVELOPER has opened a brand new ‘Community Hub’ in Fleet, designed for students who want to learn construction skills in the local area.

Mon, 24 May 2021 16:55:00 +0100
21-year-old fined over £400 and looses licence after drink driving
A MAN has been fined hundreds of pounds for driving after consuming almost double the drink-drive limit.

Mon, 24 May 2021 16:27:00 +0100
Demand for family homes in Basingstoke doubles
OVER the last twelve months the property market has soared, with house prices across the UK leaping by £20,000 in the year to February.

Sun, 23 May 2021 07:39:56 +0100
Festival 5k runners take to Basingstoke town centre
Runners in the Festival 5k race are taking to the town centre in the first live event to be held in Basingstoke since the start of the Covid outbreak.

Sun, 23 May 2021 10:29:53 +0100
Basingstoke McDonald's protest: Eight arrested for trespass
EIGHT people have been arrested on suspicion of trespass after a protest blockaded the McDonald's distribution centre in Basingstoke yesterday.

Sun, 23 May 2021 11:28:40 +0100
Aldi launch 'Nando's and KFC' vegan range ahead of BBQ season
New research by Aldi has revealed almost half of Brits lack confidence in the kitchen when it comes to catering for their vegan friends and family.

Sun, 23 May 2021 11:25:44 +0100
M&S, Asda and Morrisons issue urgent warning over food items sold in store
Food allergies, salmonella poisoning and Hepatitis A are just some of the reasons behind a number of urgent product recalls across the UK.

Sun, 23 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Hampshire dating expert reveals how to find the one
A BRAND new dating educational facility has opened its doors to struggling singles desperate to find love.

Sun, 23 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Forgotten history of abandoned RAF stations in Hampshire
THERE are dozens of RAF bases dotted around the UK which are dedicated to training air crew and military personnel.

Sat, 22 May 2021 08:52:02 +0100
Basingstoke McDonald's distribution centre blockaded
Protestors are blockading McDonald's Basingstoke distribution centre this morning as part of a nationwide protest.

Fri, 21 May 2021 15:06:36 +0100
M3 motorcycle crash: Road closed after 'serious collision'
Good afternoon and welcome to our liveblog. We are bringing you live updates after a 'serious collision' on the M3 closes a carriageway and causes traffic disruption.

Sat, 22 May 2021 16:13:40 +0100
Crash on Basingstoke ring road causes large queues
Live updates as crash on Basingstoke ring road causes large queues

Sat, 22 May 2021 15:13:43 +0100
Basingstoke McDonald's protest: Fast food chain apologises
McDonald’s has apologised to customers for “any disappointment caused” due to blockades by animal rights protesters at four of the fast food chain’s UK distribution centres.

Sat, 22 May 2021 11:17:16 +0100
Protesters at Basingstoke McDonald's blockade
Animal rights protesters have blockaded the McDonalds's distribution hub in Basingstoke as part of a national campaign against the fast food firm.

Sat, 22 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Man accused of assaulting woman at Tadley Esso
A man has been accused of beating a woman at a Tadley petrol station.

Sat, 22 May 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Flashback: Basingstoke’s rich theatre history
The Gazette dips into its archives to take a look at the history of performance in Basingstoke.

Sat, 22 May 2021 15:43:44 +0100
Micheldever racing: 'Robust management' needed in future
Hampshire's new Police and Crime Commissioner has said that a "robust management plan" is needed to stop future illegal horse racing events.

Sat, 22 May 2021 13:32:19 +0100
Southampton motorcyclist killed in crash with lorry on M3
A SOUTHAMPTON motorcyclist has been killed in an accident which closed part of a Hampshire motorway for several hours.

Sat, 22 May 2021 08:00:00 +0100
The cheapest property for sale in Basingstoke right now
WITH the UK’s average house price having increased by £6,000 in the past year, one home in Basingstoke offers a more cost-effective solution.

Sat, 22 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Weekend weather forecast for Basingstoke (spoiler: rain)
BASINGSTOKE residents would be forgiven for asking where their summer is hiding, with further rain expected this weekend.

Sat, 22 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100
9 best places for afternoon tea in Basingstoke
IT HAS felt like a long time coming, but indoor dining is back up and running.

Sat, 22 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Six things to do in and around Basingstoke this summer
WHETHER young or old, there is plenty on offer in Hampshire, and with covid restrictions gradually lifting, there is all the more reason to celebrate.

Sat, 22 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Six coronavirus updates for Basingstoke
AS RESTRICTIONS ease, we have put together seven updates to keep you informed about coronavirus.

Sat, 22 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Hampshire's dog-friendly places according to TripAdvisor
RESTRICTIONS have finally eased and there are tons of amazing restaurants, cafes, pubs and attractions around Hampshire that we just can’t wait to visit.

Sat, 22 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Secret beaches across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight
In a bid to beat the crowds, we have come up with a list of lesser known and likely lesser dense beaches that are worth visiting this year.

Fri, 21 May 2021 16:31:25 +0100
Nemo jailed after running drugs cartel in Basingstoke
Nemo was responsible for the supply of 10 kilograms of Class A drugs in Basingstoke - with a street value of £1 million.

Fri, 21 May 2021 19:20:05 +0100
Nemo's influence in failed robbery that killed Taylor Williams
A DRUG dealer behind a Basingstoke cartel ordered a robbery that led to the death of a teenager in Oakridge, according to a judge.

Fri, 21 May 2021 15:55:48 +0100
M3 closure after motorbike and lorry collision
THE closure of the M3 southbound between junctions 8 and 9 this afternoon (May 21), is likely to last 'several hours', police have confirmed.

Fri, 21 May 2021 13:51:07 +0100
Boy, 12, wins $15,000 Grand Prize for catching 26-pound salmon at US fishing competition
A 12-YEAR-OLD boy who is originally from Old Basing has won 15,000 US dollars by catching a 26-pound, 10-ounce Chinook salmon.

Fri, 21 May 2021 17:11:12 +0100
Return of parkrun 5k delayed over landowner permission struggles
THE return of a popular community running event has been delayed after many towns - including Basingstoke - failed to get landowner permission.

Fri, 21 May 2021 14:04:24 +0100
Tributes paid to 'absolute gentleman' and community stalwart John Evans
TRIBUTES have been paid to a former Chairman and President of Basingstoke RFC and Trustee of Ark Medical Trust, who died last month.

Fri, 21 May 2021 13:14:27 +0100
PICTURES: Milestones Museum reopens after months of closure
Basingstoke’s Milestones Museum of Living History has reopened its doors today (May 21) after several months of lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic.



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