Archive - Monday, 24 June 2019

New benefit scheme being rolled out across Basingstoke going smoothly
BASINGSTOKE’S MP has been told the rollout of a new benefits scheme in the town has not seen the problems seen when it was introduced elsewhere in the country.
ARK DAY: Community comes together to raise funds for vital cancer centre charity
HUNDREDS of people across Basingstoke came together on Friday with one idea in mind - bringing the dream of a cancer treatment centre one step closer to fruition.
'Great news for Basingstoke and Deane' - activity levels continue to rise
ACTIVITY levels in the borough remain on the rise and ahead of national and regional totals, according to latest figures.
SCOUT AND ABOUT: Reflecting on years of service
I AM a Scout from Pafupi unit in Kempshott, Basingstoke, and in my time as a Scout I have been given many opportunities from which I have learnt valuable lifeskills.
ANVIL ARTS: Bringing music to the people at shopping centre
AS PART of The Anvil’s 25th birthday celebrations, Anvil Arts has been working with schools and colleges from within Basingstoke to create a one-off performance that looks at the connections we make within our communities, our friendship groups and…
Giving women confidence through new networking group
A CONFIDENCE and image coach who empowers women to embrace their bodies has joined forces with another local businesswoman to launch a new networking group.
Vehicles damaged in early morning fire at sports facility
FIREFIGHTERS tackled a multi-vehicle blaze that happened in the early hours of yesterday morning in Kempshott.
Headteacher praised by Ofsted inspectors who give school ‘good’ rating
A HEADTEACHER’S ‘uncompromising vision and high expectations’ have helped a school gain a ‘good’ rating from the education watchdog.
Behind the scenes look at hospitals opportunity on offer
RESIDENTS are set to be given the chance to see the inside workings of the NHS trust which runs Basingstoke hospital.
Total allowances for councillors allowances rose by more than £12,000 last year
THE total amount of allowances paid out by Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council has risen by more than £12,000.
Basingstoke's average rent increase outstripping wage growth
RENT in the south east of England, including in Basingstoke and Deane, has seen an increase above the wages of people in the area.

23rd June 2019