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This is when your bins will be collected over the bank holiday in Basingstoke - as collection delays continue
WHEN you're gearing up for a long weekend, the last thing you need is to stress over changes to your weekly routine, including when to put your bin out. Thankfully, there's no need to worry this bank holiday weekend, as Basingstoke and Deane Borough
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Shop celebrates 15th anniversary of food range including local products
A STUDY from the Southern Co-op has revealed a higher demand for local products in Hampshire. A new study has revealed that shoppers are purchasing 40% more local products than 5 years ago. The study was released by Southern Co-op as it celebrates
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Athletes shine at National Combined Events Championships
Another great day in the history of Basingstoke & Mid Hants AC saw Caius Joseph take the bronze medal in the England Combined Events Championship held in conjunction with a World CE Series event held at the Bedford Stadium. Caius eventually scored
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PAPER PREVIEW: Borough ready for jubilee celebrations
THOUSANDS of residents across Basingstoke and Deane are tomorrow beginning four days of celebrations to mark the momentous occasion of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Streets across the borough have been adorned with red, white and blue flags ahead
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Third teen charged with murder of Basingstoke man appears in crown court
A THIRD teenagers charged with the murder of a man in Brighton Hill has appeared at crown court. As previously reported, a 17-year-old male - who cannot be named for legal reasons - was charged with murder following the death of Frantisek Olah
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Basingstoke Festival returns this month with a packed programme of arts in unusual places
Residents and visitors are being urged to save the dates as Basingstoke Festival will be returning this month with a packed programme of arts in unusual places that is sure to brighten up their summer. Running from Friday, June 24 to Sunday, July
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'It’s got a lot of memories, this house’: Meet the man who has lived in the same house for more than eight decades
IN TODAY’S ever-changing world, a Basingstoke man has kept one constant in his life. Philip Jarman is still living in the same house he was born in – 84 years later. Philip has spent his entire life in the same cherished house in Eastfield Avenue
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Police send warning to Basingstoke residents after rise in motorbike thefts
POLICE are sending a warning to residents after officers have seen a recent rise in motorbike thefts in the Basingstoke area. An unsecured motorcycle, scooter or moped is an easy target for thieves as they are relatively lightweight and can be
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Lawn Bowls: Two Oakley players selected to represent Hampshire
Two Oakley Junior Ladies players have been selected to play for the Hampshire Ladies John’s Trophy team of 24 against Kent at Horsham. Heather Statham and Alice Lovett were selected following successful trials. They will represent the Hampshire
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Girl, 12, approached by man who tried to kiss her after putting a ring on her finger
A MAN approached a 12-year-old girl and reportedly took her hand and put a ring on her finger before trying to kiss her. The incident hapepned at around 8am on Monday, May 23, when the youngster was walking along the Waterworks Pathway, which runs
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Coffee shop invites residents to come and celebrate the Platinum Jubilee this weekend
A COFFEE house in Basingstoke is inviting residents to celebrate the Queens Platinum Jubilee with a special event. Willows Coffee House in Basingstoke will hosting their own special indoor and outdoor party on Saturday, June 4. Willows will
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Borough’s perfect platinum pudding chosen for jubilee celebrations
THE borough’s Platinum Jubilee pudding has been chosen by the Mayor of Basingstoke and Deane at a special afternoon tea. It was chosen by Cllr Paul Miller at the afternoon tea in The Restaurant at Basingstoke College of Technology (BCoT). The
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Come and explore series of beautiful colourful art pieces across town
RESIDENTS and visitors will get the chance to explore a series of colourful art pieces in Basingstoke’s Top of the Town following the launch of a dedicated walking trail. Supporting the borough’s economic recovery and encouraging people to return
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Have your say on how parks and open spaces in Basingstoke could be protected
RESIDENTS are invited to have their say on how parks and open spaces in Basingstoke could be protected. Residents across the borough have been asked to share their views on how to enhance and provide a better link to provide a green infrastructure
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Basingstoke suffer epic collapse as Ventnor win by nine wickets
Basingstoke & North Hants suffered a collapse of horrendous proportions, losing nine wickets for 14 runs against Southern Premier Division 1 table toppers Ventnor at Steephill. They plunged from a seemingly comfortable 51-1 to 65 all out – 16-year-old
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'Overwhelming concern about access to appointments': Residents call for change in NHS services
Residents in Basingstoke have called for a change in local NHS services during an MP’s Community Chat. As part of her regular series of community meetings, Basingstoke MP Maria Miller and residents met local NHS leaders to discuss what is needed
