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Toucan at popular family attraction stars in top-rated video game
A toucan at a popular tourist attraction near Hampshire has lent his voice to a hit video game. Boy, six, who resides at Farnham's Birdworld, contributed his unique sounds to 'Sea of Thieves', an action-adventure game developed by Rare LTD and
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Bowling alley signs to be replaced and new home on this week's planning list
Below is a list of some of the planning applications submitted to Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council in the week ending Sunday, August 25. 24/01959/TDC Technical Details Consent for the erection of 1 no. dwellinghouse with associated access,
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The Anvil to host Broadway star John Barrowman's Laid Bare
John Barrowman, known for his roles in Doctor Who, Torchwood and numerous West End and Broadway musicals, will bring his new show Laid Bare to The Anvil in Basingstoke. The performance will take place on November 5 at 7.30pm. The show will be a
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Ford Transit driver caught drug driving in Basingstoke given ban
A drug driver from Basingstoke has been banned for 17 months. Jamie Snowley, 41, of Jefferson Road, pleaded guilty to driving a Ford Transit on Vyne Road in Basingstoke on March 17, when the proportion of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol and benzoylecgonine
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'Good to see some action being taken to make the Top of Town a better place for all'
Mark Jones is partnerships manager at Destination Basingstoke. He has worked in Basingstoke for 27 years, including 13 years as editor of the Gazette and eight years as director of communications and fundraising at Ark Cancer Charity. ACTIONS speaks
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Therapy centre named 'best of the best' for second year running
A BASINGSTOKE sports injury clinic has been named the best in the South and South West for the second year running. Rougemont Therapy Centre, in Penny Black Lane, was recognised for its commitment to excellence in treating and rehabilitating sports
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Yellow weather warning issued with chance of heavy rain and flooding in Basingstoke
ACROSS the UK, Met Office has issued weather warnings for this weekend as a downpour is anticipated. In Basingstoke, a yellow weather warning has been issued for between 4am and 9pm on Sunday, September 1. Disruption is expected due to heavy
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From family venture to household name - chutney business is 'thriving'
A CHUTNEY business which began in Basingstoke in the 90s is "thriving" today. When Geeta Samtani and her husband founded their chutney business in the early 90s, they couldn’t have imagined the immense growth and demand they experience today.
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The best activities at National Trust properties across Hampshire this autumn
NATIONAL Trust properties across Hampshire are preparing to welcome families with a range of events planned for autumn. Here are the best activities being held across the county. Mottisfont’s Pumpkin Parade from October 19 to November 3
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Shoplifter who stole two boxes of chocolate from Tesco is fined
A SHOPLIFTER who stole two boxes of chocolates from a Tesco store in Basingstoke has been fined. Jonathan Moriarty, 46, of Malta Close in Basingstoke, pleaded guilty to stealing two boxes of chocolates to the value of £64 from Tesco in Carpenters
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'Why can't we have flowers on graves?' - residents outraged over new cemetery orders
Whitchurch families have expressed distress and frustration after receiving letters from the town council, demanding the removal of ornaments, pots, and other memorabilia from gravesites in accordance with cemetery regulations. The orders have
