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  • BCoT open days revealed

    THE college has confirmed the dates for the next academic year’s open days. They are: 2014 – Monday, October 13, 4pm-7.30pm; Saturday, November 15, 10.30am–1pm. 2015 – Monday, March 9, 4pm-7.30pm; Monday, May 18 – 4pm-7.30pm. Parents and

  • AS IT HAPPENED - Fleet Town 1-4 Basingstoke Town

    10:33pm That's all from me for tonight. Join me again on Saturday, when Town welcome Woking, and the Soccer AM team, to the Soccer AM Stadium. Would be great if you can join me, but admission is free, so why not head down

  • Basingstoke Big Lunch raises cash for charity

    A BIG lunch was enjoyed at a Basingstoke church by people taking part in a national event designed to bring the community together. About 50 people attended the Big Lunch at the United Reformed Church, in London Street, where they tucked in to

  • FORE! - A dishonourable draw

    WHILE the best golfers in the world were contesting The Open Championship at Royal Liverpool, I was busy taking part in a major competition of my own. The venue was not a world-famous links course, but a nine-holer near Guildford, and I only had

  • Plans to redevelop petrol station in Basingstoke

    A PETROL station in Basingstoke is set to get a makeover if plans are given the green light by Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council. BP Oil UK Limited has applied to the borough council for planning permission to redevelop the petrol station,

  • Thief steals silver jewellery in Oakridge burglary

    SILVER jewellery was taken during a burglary in Oakridge. A thief stole cash and jewellery during the burglary of a house in Gregory Close between 2pm and 4pm on Friday, July 11. Among the silver items stolen was a chunky chain bracelet, a

  • Drug addict grew cannabis at his Basingstoke home

    A DRUG addict, who ran a “sophisticated operation” producing thousands of pounds worth of cannabis at his Basingstoke home, has been handed a suspended prison sentence. Winchester Crown Court heard how Michael Marley was arrested by officers acting

  • The Gazette Needs You

    TO HELP us mark the centenary of the start of the First World War, The Gazette is looking for people with a connection to the war to tell their stories. Thousands from the borough gave their lives and, though there are now no living veterans, it

  • The origins of road names

    SINCE the 1960s Town Development Scheme expanded Basingstoke to its borough boundary limits, the local council at the Civic Offices has had its work cut out in dealing with the many services it provides in the town. For those in the planning, environment

  • 'Stoke make double signing

    BASINGSTOKE RFC have set their stall out for promotion at the first attempt from London One South with the signings of Gavin Hart and Ben Stewart. The double swoop from National League Three South West side Bournemouth will be a great boost as

  • Shot-putter still hoping to overturn drugs ban

    A FORMER British shot-putter has been given hope in his long battle to clear his name following a life ban for failing a doping test. Paul Edwards is citing the case of Jamaican sprinter Veronica Campbell-Brown, who was cleared of failing a doping

  • Tournament victory for CSA All Stars

    CSA All Stars added a second tournament trophy to their haul this summer when they won the Tadley event by beating Basingstoke Elite in the final by an extra-time golden goal. Again competing without a recognised goalkeeper, a brilliant half-volley

  • The Latin Mass Society

    SUNG Vespers, outdoor procession and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament took place at St Joseph's Catholic Church, Basingstoke, on Sunday, July 27. The service, organised by members of the Latin Mass Society, was led by Father John Maunder and

  • Karen Davies voted onto Overton Parish Council

    A NEW councillor has been voted on to Overton Parish Council. Karen Davies, of Lower Whitehill, was voted on to the council after a speech in which she pledged support for the village and its businesses.

  • Clarifying status of council meeting

    Sir.–I am sorry Don Cameron (Letters, July 10) had been misled into believing he was attending a public meeting with the managing director of Stagecoach (South). It was a meeting of a committee of Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council. As chairman

  • The Crown reopens after revamp

    A VILLAGE pub is back in the heart of the local community following a revamp. The Crown, in Kingsclere, closed in March, following negotiations between landlord Dan Wilkinson and Enterprise Inns to refurbish the premises. The former Bournemouth

  • The Vyne wins Basingstoke schools cricket title

    THE Vyne Community School were crowned Year 9/10 Basingstoke District Schools champions after they beat Fort Hill Community School by nine wickets in the final at May’s Bounty. The Vyne won the toss, decided to bowl. Jake Fincken (2-16), Liam Doran