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Nursery chain invites families to open day event
A nursery chain is inviting families to an open day event. Kiddi Caru nurseries, part of Grandir UK, is hosting an Autumn Open Day on Saturday, September 21, from 9am to 1pm, at its nursery in Broadmere Rd, Beggarwood. The open day is aimed
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Council honoured for 'pawsome' stray dog service for 10th year in a row
Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council’s stray dog service has been honoured with the RSPCA's esteemed PawPrint Awards. Animals and lost dogs in the borough receive the best possible care according to the dog charity which has awarded the prestigious
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Animal rescues joining forces to raise awareness and host open day
Three animal rescue organisations are coming together this weekend to raise awareness and support. Helping Dogs & Cats UK (HDCUK), Helping Wildlife, and Kekis Guinea Pig Rescue have joined forces to address the growing need for animal rescue services
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Roadwork budget cut by county council to bridge budget shortfall
HAMPSHIRE County Council has admitted it has little choice but to cut its annual road maintenance budget by £7.5m to help bridge a £175m shortfall. The cash-strapped council has started scrutinising and deciding on the 13 proposals included in
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Village celebrating links to Jane Austen ahead of 250th anniversary of her birthday
Overton is celebrating its connection to Jane Austen, ahead of the 250th anniversary of her birthday, by launching trails connected to her life. The Mayor of Basingstoke and Deane, Cllr Dan Putty, will officially launch the new Overton Jane Austen
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Pharmacy to soon have robot to assist staff in giving you medicines
One of Basingstoke's busiest pharmacies is currently undergoing a major refurbishment aimed at transforming its services and enhancing patient care. Brighton Hill Pharmacy, located at Brighton Hill Parade, is introducing a state-of-the-art robot-controlled
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Young performers captivate audiences at annual Stagecoach showcase
Students from Stagecoach Performing Arts schools globally, including Basingstoke, recently wowed audiences at the G Live Theatre in Guildford. Performing an impressive rendition of Bring It On: The Musical, the two-day show was part of Stagecoach's
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'Serious' two car crash on A303 sparks appeal for witnesses
A CRASH between two cars on the A303 westbound which left the road closed for most of the day has sparked an appeal from police. Officers were called at approximately 11.20am to a report of a collision on the westbound carriageway near Sutton Scotney
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Hampshire man denies attempted murder of girl, 9, shot outside restaurant
A Hampshire man has denied the attempted murder of a nine-year-old girl and three adults who were injured in a shooting outside a restaurant. The girl was seriously injured when a motorcyclist opened fire as she was eating dinner with her family
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Mouldy bathroom? Aldi insider reveals 5 tips on how to renovate on a budget
It’s no secret when it comes to decorating your house that it comes at a cost, from paint to brushes and all the other tools and materials you need in between. But if you’re trying to cut the costs of making a few cosmetic changes to your home
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Woman charged after more than £900 worth of items stolen from stores
A woman has been charged with shoplifting following reports that items including meat and coffee had been stolen from a number of stores in Basingstoke. Donna Kemp, 40, of Melrose Walk, Basingstoke, has been charged with eight counts of theft from
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Basingstoke MP was given £39k election campaign boost from private donations
THE new Labour MP for Basingstoke was given a £39,000 boost to his general election campaign from private donations. Among the items declared by Basingstoke MP Luke Murphy in the latest register of members’ financial interests were various donations
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Man, 38, disqualified for a year for drug driving
A man from Odiham has been banned for a year for driving a car when the proportion of a controlled drug in his blood exceeded the specified limit. Edward Hancock, 38, of Recreation Road, pleaded guilty to driving a Black Kia Rio on A287 in Hook
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Teenager, 15, eyes professional tennis career after winning streak
A Basingstoke teenager is preparing to step into the world of professional tennis after a string of impressive victories in regional tournaments. Hayden Cummings, 15, who lives in Brighton Hill, has emerged as a rising star after a standout performance
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Line-up announced for exciting new festival with music, talks and woodland sauna
THE Equinox will be celebrated at a new event held at a woodland venue near Basingstoke with music, talks, wild swimming and a woodland sauna. EarthPercent presents Equinox at Wasing – just a 25 minute drive from Basingstoke - from Friday, September
