IT’S the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee year – and as part of our coverage, The Extra is now giving you the chance to send in your own message of congratulation to Her Majesty. The Extra’s sister title The Gazette will be publishing a special Diamond Jubilee
THE annual free Open Studios and Summer Exhibition at Project Workshops takes place at the weekend - May 12 and 13 - from 10am to 5pm. This exhibition gives visitors a rare opportunity to explore the artists’ studios and mingle with some of the best
AN AMATEUR photographer has given two of his pictures to the Mayor of Basingstoke and Deane after impressing at an art exhibition. Kevin Turner, from Brighton Hill, donated the pictures, which depict cobwebs on a bush and rocks with water spray, to Councillor
UNDERDOGS New Inn Sports put up a gallant fight against Southern League outfit Thatcham Town, but fitness and that extra class told in end as the Berkshire side retained the Basingstoke Senior Cup at Alton on Wednesday. Although Thatcham had more of
PENGUINS living in Hampshire have a newly-named home. Marwell Wildlife, near Winchester, has revamped its penguin home, which now has a new name – thanks to a vote by the public. From now on, the wildlife charity’s penguin accommodation will be known
FUDGE-eating and stonemasonry were among the many pursuits on offer when England’s patron saint was celebrated at The Vyne. More than 3,500 people flocked to the National Trust property, near Sherborne St John, to enjoy family entertainment and ancient
ODIHAM’S young tennis star Ryan Golesworthy made a smashing start to the summer season with a hat-trick of Grade 3 tennis tournament titles. The youngster won the Paddington Open, Maidenhead Junior Open and Westside LTC Junior Classic. See Monday's
