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BASINGSTOKE Town manager Jason Bristow speaks to The Gazette following his side's 4-1 friendly win at Fleet Town.
BASINGSTOKE Town manager Jason Bristow speaks to The Gazette following his side's 4-1 friendly win at Fleet Town.
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
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
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
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
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,
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
A MAN attacked a security guard who was delivering money to a cash machine in Basingstoke. The robbery took place at 8.20am today at the Basingstoke Leisure Park. The security guard was attacked by the man, who then grabbed the cash box and was
HEAD to the Top of the Town on Thursday, July 31, from 10am until 3pm. There will be a range of vintage stalls and the opportunity to take part in fun events including a family treasure hunt and arts and crafts. Be sure to pop along and support
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
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
A SUMMER seaside steam service to Bournemouth and Weymouth is to run from Basingstoke and Woking again this year. The Dorset Coast Express is due to depart from Basingstoke each Wednesday from July 30 until September 10. This week, historic
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
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
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
A GROUP of women – some of whom had not seen each other for half a century – had a wonderful time turning back the clock as they reminisced at a school reunion organised by the former head girl. Former pupils from Basingstoke High School for Girls
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
THERE’S still time to enter Marwell’s prestigious Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition. This year, the competition has four categories: Native Wildlife – flora and fauna native or resident in the British Isles; Cute and Funny – mother
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
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.
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 deadline is approaching for people to have their say about plans to improve cycle routes and pedestrian crossings in Hartley Wintney. The plans by Hampshire County Council include a new shared footpath and cycle path in Dilly Lane, a new zebra
NEW interactive experience Soldiers’ Journey opens at Milestones Museum in Hampshire next week. This exhibition, which runs from August 5 until January 11, been designed to help young visitors to understand what it would have been like to live
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 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
DROP-IN sessions will be held at the Basingstoke Discovery Centre to provide more information about volunteering and to encourage more people to help in their local community. Next Thursday, and on the last Thursday of each month, staff from the