Basingstoke Gazette
Thu, 27 May 2021 07:00:00 +0100Duchess of York horrified over destruction of Dummer oak trees
The Duchess of York has said she is horrified at plans to destroy more than 80 historic trees to build a warehouse near Junction 7 of the M3.
Thu, 27 May 2021 07:00:00 +0100Duchess of York: Basingstoke Gateway must be stopped
EVEN now at 61, and as a new grandmother, I have the most vivid and happy memories of growing up on a farm in Dummer, near Basingstoke.
Wed, 26 May 2021 13:35:42 +0100Basingstoke man, 26, arrested in connection with Frazer Brabant murder
A SEVENTEENTH person has been arrested on suspicion of involvement in the murder of a Basingstoke father - more than a year and a half since he was attacked.
Wed, 26 May 2021 18:40:28 +0100Sarah, Duchess of York calls for oak trees to be saved
THE Duchess of York has said she is horrified at plans to destroy more than 80 historic trees to build a warehouse near Junction 7 of the M3.
Wed, 26 May 2021 18:10:48 +0100Six detained after being found in lorry trailer on A303
Several individuals have been arrested on suspicion of immigration offences after a lorry was stopped on the A303 at the weekend.
Wed, 26 May 2021 10:56:00 +0100London men accused of running Basingstoke drugs network
Two men from London have appeared in court charged with running a drugs network in Basingstoke.
Wed, 26 May 2021 18:12:00 +0100Ken Rhatigan set to continue as Basingstoke council leader
Ken Rhatigan is set to continue as leader of Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council, it has been revealed.
Wed, 26 May 2021 10:40:21 +0100False alarm at Las Iguanas in Basingstoke Festival Place
Fire crews descended on Las Iguanas at Festival Place early this morning (Wednesday) after reports of a fire.
Wed, 26 May 2021 11:00:00 +0100An introduction to independent councillor Lucie Follett Maitland
“AS A community we’re really proactive. We don’t need a speculative land development company to come in and try and foist ideas onto us which actually aren’t really worth having.”
Wed, 26 May 2021 12:32:00 +0100Basingstoke Aquadrome rated 'excellent' after inspection
A BASINGSTOKE swimming pool has been granted an excellent rating following an assessment.
Wed, 26 May 2021 11:30:39 +0100Queens Award for Odiham-based cruise charity
A CHARITY that helps disabled people enjoying cruises along the Basingstoke Canal has been given a Queens Award for Volunteering.
Wed, 26 May 2021 09:45:06 +0100Buryfield Infants digs up 25-year-old time capsule
A NORTH Hampshire school has dug-up a 25-year-old time capsule.
Wed, 26 May 2021 11:49:16 +0100TikTok video of McDonalds protest goes viral after cyclist injured
A teenage boy injured himself after cycling into a rope used to support one of the protest structures.
Wed, 26 May 2021 10:59:23 +0100Boris Johnson distracted by Donald Trump and 'crackers' Carrie Symonds last year
Dominic Cummings claimed Donald Trump and Mr Johnson’s girlfriend created distractions at a critical time in March last year.
Wed, 26 May 2021 17:03:50 +0100Holiday destinations that could soon be added to travel green list
Holidaymakers have been urged to only travel to countries on the green list, which currently includes 12 destinations.
Tue, 25 May 2021 16:15:11 +0100Killers 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 +0100One 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 +0100Nemo 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 +0100Covid-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 +0100Mass 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 +0100Hampshire 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 +0100UK 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 +0100Eight 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 +0100Car 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 +0100Exertis 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 +0100Sikh 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 +0100Rich 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 +0100Basingstoke 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 +0100Tickets 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 +0100Basingstoke businessman launches new music streaming website
A BASINGSTOKE businessman has launched a new music website aimed at
Mon, 24 May 2021 15:15:03 +0100VIVID 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 +0100More 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 +0100Developer 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 +010021-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 +0100Demand 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 +0100Festival 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 +0100Basingstoke 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 +0100Aldi 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 +0100M&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 +0100Hampshire 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 +0100Forgotten 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 +0100Basingstoke 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 +0100M3 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 +0100Crash 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 +0100Basingstoke 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 +0100Protesters 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 +0100Man 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 +0100Flashback: 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 +0100Micheldever 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 +0100Southampton 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.