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1,500 hours of crafting bring The Twelve Days of Christmas to life at The Vyne
More than 1,500 hours of community creativity are bringing festive magic to a historic estate this Christmas. At The Vyne, volunteers, artists and charity partners have joined forces to create a festive experience inspired by The Twelve Days of
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Lamborghini driver sentenced after prosecution alleged 115mph on ring road
A Chineham man has been fined £900 after admitting speeding in a Lamborghini on the A339 in Basingstoke. Nicolas Irvine, 56, of Warbleton Road, appeared at Basingstoke Magistrates’ Court on November 2 after being accused of driving at 115mph in
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Basingstoke among worst-hit areas as Royal Mail deliveries disrupted
Royal Mail has warned residents across Basingstoke that postal deliveries may be disrupted, with the town's delivery office among those currently most affected by delays. People living in the RG21, RG22, RG23, RG24, RG25, RG26 and RG28 postcode
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Fundraiser launched to give baby with rare genetic condition ‘best opportunities’
The parents of a baby diagnosed with a severe genetic condition at six weeks old have launched a fundraiser to help give their daughter the "best opportunities" in life. Sophie O'Brien, 24, and Callum Sharland, 25, from Chineham, are raising money
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Bird park lays 75 square metres of wildflower turf to boost wildlife habitat
A new rewilding project is turning a patch of lawn into a habitat for wildlife. Birdworld, the UK’s largest bird park, is working with Overton-based Wildflower Co. to lay 75 square metres of native wildflower turf in its wildlife garden, aiming
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Russell Domingo leaves Hampshire head coach role after one season
Hampshire Cricket men’s head coach Russell Domingo has left his role after one season at the helm. Domingo, who joined ahead of the 2026 season, led the team to Vitality Blast Finals Day but also oversaw relegation from Division One of the County
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Rare Cadbury chocolate returns to UK supermarket shelves after months away
A rare Cadbury chocolate bar has returned to UK shelves after months away. The Cadbury Twirl Crispy Wafer, a bar originally from Australia, has been spotted in B&M stores. The bar features two fingers of flaky chocolate swirls and curls
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Shoppers at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda, Lidl and more risking £100 parking fines
Drivers could face a £100 charge for parking outside a supermarket's opening hours. Some supermarket car parks restrict when vehicles can be left there, even if the car park is empty. Select Car Leasing highlighted the issue. Graham Conway
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BBC licence fee could change as Government makes major announcement on future plans
A petition calling for the BBC licence fee not to be extended to subscribers of rival streaming services has received a Government response, amid growing questions over how the broadcaster will be funded in future. The petition, which has attracted
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Gurkha community to honour dogs with sacred festival in Hampshire town
The Gurkha community will host a sacred festival honouring dogs this weekend. Following the Greater Rushmoor Nepali Community’s annual Remembrance ceremony at Princes Gardens, Aldershot, the local Gurkha community will celebrate Kukur Tihar, Nepal
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Basingstoke library adds six weekly hours but extra time will be self-service only
BASINGSTOKE’S town centre library has increased its opening hours by six each week. From November 2, library users can benefit from the extra opening hours at Basingstoke Discovery Centre, in Festival Place. Hampshire County Council said the
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Two arrested after reported stabbing in Basingstoke town centre
TWO people have been arrested after a man was reportedly stabbed in Basingstoke town centre. Police were called at around 10.15pm on Thursday, November 5 to a report that a man in his 20s had been stabbed. He was found by officers in The Malls
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Memorial appeal for heroic World War II 'Ghost Patrol' soldiers
The families of men who served in one of the Second World War’s most remarkable special forces units are launching a £150,000 appeal to create a permanent memorial to their courage and achievements. The Long Range Desert Group (LRDG), nicknamed
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Reform UK’s Basingstoke chair calls George Madgwick charges 'deeply disturbing'
Reform UK’s Basingstoke chairman has called for the judicial process to be allowed to take its course after George Madgwick was charged with 35 offences. As previously reported, George Madgwick, 37, of Portsmouth, is the former leader of the party
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Parking fears raised as just 1.25 parking spaces per home planned at Camrose ground
JUST 1.25 parking spaces per property would be provided under plans for 99 homes at the former Camrose football ground, prompting concerns from a South Hams councillor. Councillor Steve Trumm is also challenging the use of “inner urban” parking
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Minister visits Frimley Park to recognise military healthcare staff's vital role
A minister's visit has been made to recognise the vital role of military healthcare professionals working alongside NHS staff. Calvin Bailey MBE MP, Minister for Veterans and People, visited Frimley Park Hospital and was welcomed by Alex Baker,
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Senior government representative to speak at Basingstoke Business Week
A senior government representative is among the confirmed speakers for Basingstoke Business Week 2026. The event will run from November 9 to 13 under the theme Skills for the Future and will include leaders from AWE, Farnborough Airport, the University
