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WATCH: Thousands take part in Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life in Basingstoke
PEOPLE across Basingstoke united against cancer today (May 29) by taking part in Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life. As 1,400 women, men and children took on the 3k, 5k, 10k and Pretty Muddy challenges at the new War Memorial Park location in
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Brighton Hill Murder: Another teenage boy, 17, has been arrested on suspicion of murder
ANOTHER teenage boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder as part of the investigation into the death of Frantisek Olah. Officers were called at 11.14pm on Sunday, May 22 to a house in Musgrave Close, Basingstoke. Frantisek Olah, 31, was
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Free family fun in Basingstoke to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee
A HOST of events and activities are taking place this week in Basingstoke to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. To mark the special occasion, Love Basingstoke has organised events throughout the week including over the extended bank holiday
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Photos: Smoke seen coming from Tesco store as three crews tackle blaze
RESIDENTS took to social media to share photos of a blaze at a Tesco store in Hook. The incident happened on Friday evening (May 27) when crews were alerted to the fire at the Tesco store on Station Road, Hook. Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire
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The UK’s most popular car brands over time – see how your car ranks
It comes as little surprise to discover Ford is the UK’s most popular car brand, but that popularity is waning and another make looks set to steal the crown. That’s according to the newest study from Confused.com which analysed GOV.UK vehicle registration
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Seven budget-friendly hacks to keep kids entertained this half-term
In the midst of a cost-of-living crisis, many parents will be looking for budget-friendly ways to keep their kids entertained. According to Equifax, the average parent spends £323 during half-term which is why Ocean Finance wanted to find more
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Acoustic band to put on charismatic performance - still time to get tickets
THE Steve Harley Acoustic Band are at The Haymarket in June and are all set to impress audiences. Widely considered one of the most charismatic performers on stage, Steve Harley considers life on the road more than just a job: it is almost his
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Basingstoke man sets sight on Pacific Ocean row challenge in memory of cousin killed in New Zealand
A BASINGSTOKE man is getting ready for a 4,500km unsupported rowing challenge through the Pacific Ocean in memory of his cousin who lost his life to a violent act by a drunk teenager. Andy Warner, 55, who works as a truck driver, is rowing with
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Teenager raises more than £6,000 to help an orphanage build a primary school in Tanzania
A TEENAGER who lives in Basingstoke has raised more than £6,000 to help an orphanage build a primary school in Tanzania. Nineteen-year-old Palea Ilinca who is originally from Romania went to Tanzania during her gap year. She joined an organisation
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Jubilee street party will have 90-year age difference between oldest and youngest attendees
A STREET is holding a party to celebrate The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, with an age difference of 90 years between the oldest and youngest attendees. Residents of Eastfield Avenue are holding a street party to celebrate The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
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Hungary’s leading singing orchestra set to impress in Basingstoke
ONE of Hungary’s leading orchestras, the Concerto Budapest Symphony Orchestra, will come to The Anvil for the first time in June, They will head to Basingstoke on Wednesday, June 8, conducted by its artistic director and chief conductor András
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'I wanted to choose a name that had a connection': New retirement village named by resident
A HOUSING developer has revealed its new retirement living development on Station Road in Hook has been named Roslin Place, after residents were able to submit ideas. The housebuilder called for locals to name the new development, giving them the
