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Care home residents enjoy 'tranquil' canal trip
Residents of Old Raven House Care Home in Hook enjoyed a canal boat trip from Odiham to Winchfield. The outing was the second in a series of planned boat trips this season, described as a 'highlight' for those residing at the home. The residents
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Solar farm proposal and nine new homes on the 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 1. 24/01994/PIP Application for Permission in Principle for the residential development of 9 no. dwellings
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Wildflower Turf Ltd creates a lifeline for declining bee and butterfly numbers
Wildflower Turf Ltd, based in Ashe Warren, has released an innovative solution to combat the UK's declining bee and butterfly populations. The new Enhance range offers a habitat designed to maximise nectar and pollen availability for these essential
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REVIEW: Historic inn's treatment rooms making the New Forest more relaxing
I often find visiting the New Forest a relaxing experience in itself but The Bell Inn in Bramshaw has gone one step further to make it even more relaxing. The historic coaching inn, which sits alongside the Bramshaw Golf Club, has this year introduced
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PHOTOS: Litter of eight puppies find their forever homes after RSPCA appeal
A LITTER of eight puppies that needed rehoming have found their forever homes following an appeal from the RSPCA Basingstoke and Andover branch. The puppies, named Nelson, Daisy Mae, Logan, Pepper, Chester, Ellie, Lemi and Benny were born after
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Parking fees at Hampshire country tourist spots a step closer to reality
PARKING fees are set to be introduced at seven countryside car parks run by the Hampshire County Council, including two in Test Valley, to bridge the £175m budget deficit. The county council is set to approve the implementation of charges at seven
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The Anvil to host concert featuring greatest hits from beloved films
The Anvil in Basingstoke has announced a live concert with greatest hits from popular films on Sunday, October 27. Musicians and vocalists will recreate familiar themes and melodies from classics like Back To The Future, Top Gun, The Greatest Showman
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Adventurer to take on third circumnavigation of the globe with solo sail
He has cycled and flown a small aircraft around the world, and now adventurer James Ketchell is set to embark on his third circumnavigation of the globe – by sailing solo a Class 40 yacht. James, from Basingstoke, is preparing to embark on the
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Free expert-led nature and climate activities for local primary schools
Fun new activities and assemblies to help four to 11-year-olds learn about wildlife, plants and climate change are coming to Basingstoke and Deane primary schools this autumn. As pupils return after the summer holidays, the eco experts from Basingstoke
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Council in 'high-level talks' with university to attract higher education campus
Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council is in high-level talks with a university to potentially establish a higher education campus in either Basing View or the town centre. The plans, which could significantly enhance the area’s educational and
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'Indifference to the needs of pensioners'
MANY of us cheered the impressive victory of the Labour Party at the recent General Election, after a decade of austerity when public services had dwindled in some cases to ineffectiveness operated by demoralised staff. At last, there was the
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Council commended for continued support to the armed forces
Hart District Council has been honoured with a Silver Employer Recognition Scheme award by the Ministry of Defence. The award commends the council's continuous support to the armed forces and follows their Bronze award from 2018. The accolade
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Flashback: The life and work of journalist, author and commentator John Arlott
IT’S September, and the cricket season is nearly over! But for many people, the events and the players will be remembered for years to come. The scenes on television and commentaries on the radio have been a delight in giving us a vivid picture
