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Political comedian and satirist bringing new show to Basingstoke after sell-out run
A top political comedian and satirist is bringing his new show to Basingstoke. Following a sold-out run of his show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Matt Forde will perform at The Haymarket, on Thursday, November 14, with his End of an Era Tour
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People asked to walk over hot coals for St Michael's Hospice
People are being asked to walk over hot coals to raise money for a Basingstoke hospice. St Michael's Hospice, which helps people with life-limiting conditions and their families, will be hosting its 'most challenging event' in the grounds of the
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Retirement community in Tadley raises hundreds for Macmillan
A retirement community in Tadley has raised £213 for Macmillan Cancer Support. Staff and homeowners at the McCarthy Stone Retirement Living development, Yelland Place in New Road, welcomed local residents, family, and friends for the coffee and
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'We're very sorry' - Garden centre handed one-out-of-five food hygiene rating
A GARDEN centre in Sherfield-on-Loddon has received a one-out-of-five food hygiene rating 'part way through improvements' according to the company. Capital Gardens, in Wildmoor Lane, was rated 'major improvement necessary' following a visit from
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Empty John Lewis unit in Basing View to reopen after being taken on by new retailer
GO Outdoors is opening in an empty unit previously occupied by John Lewis, according to proposals. The retailer, which sells tents, clothing and equipment for outdoor activities including cycling, hiking and more will take over the shop in Basing
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Man concerned for public safety after five vehicles have tyres slashed
A MAN has expressed his concerns for public safety after several vehicles had their tyres slashed at a garage in Basingstoke. The incident happened at some time between 8pm on Friday, October 11, and 6am on Saturday, October 12, at Group 1 Ford
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Boy, 16, arrested after Honda moped stolen from Hampshire town
A TEENAGER has been arrested after a moped was stolen from a Hampshire town. Officers were called at 7.37pm on Friday, October 11, to a report that a Honda WW had been stolen on Short Street. Police tracked the moped to a green area near Cassino
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Man charged with robbery after e-scooter stolen from teenager
A MAN has been charged with robbery after an electric scooter was stolen from a teenager in the town centre. The incident happened on Church Street on August 15, when a man stole an e-scooter from a teenage boy. Following an investigation,
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Man, 38, arrested following report of woman in her 20s being stalked
A man has been arrested following a stalking incident in Tadley. Police were called to a report that a woman in her 20s had been followed by a man acting suspiciously on Bishopswood Road at around 5.30pm on Saturday, October 12. It was reported
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Rubbish tip to stay open despite fears of closure after residents' campaign
A RUBBISH tip in Hartley Wintney will stay open after more than 3,400 residents campaigned against its closure. The Household Waste Recycling Centre, in addition to 11 others around the county, was earmarked to close as part of a decision to save
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Two people arrested following report of burglary in Basingstoke
Two men have been arrested on suspicion of burglary in Basingstoke. Police were called at 12.31am on Monday (October 14) to a report that an address on Solbys Road had been accessed. A wallet and bank cards were reported stolen. Officers
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Basingstoke death notices and funeral announcements from the Basingstoke Gazette
The Basingstoke Gazette published five death notices last week. Every week, the Basingstoke Gazette publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in print, our death
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LIVE: Traffic chaos as heavy rain and multiple crashes leave town at gridlock
3:09pm Police confirmed to the Gazette that both crashes on the M3 involved two cars, and "neither had any injuries reported
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Antihero dresses up in scrubs for one-man protest at fifth Basingstoke Mcdonald's
A SELF-described antihero has launched a "one-man crusade" against fast food. Fitness and nutrition coach Matt Cowell, 40, has taken it upon himself to spread the word about healthy eating after a fifth McDonald's opened in Basingstoke. Originally
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More than 10,000 new lifesavers to be trained on World Restart a Heart Day
For the first time since the COVID pandemic, South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SCAS) is set to visit over 50 schools on World Restart a Heart Day. On Wednesday, October 16, the organisation will train over 10,000 students in
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Basingstoke man fined for dropping cigarette outside London underground station
A Basingstoke man has been fined for dropping a cigarette outside a London underground station. Irmantas Urbonas, of Winterthur Way, threw down a cigarette outside Woolwich Arsenal station on the Elizabeth Line on March 26. The location under
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Hampshire High Sheriff looking to celebrate volunteers and groups
The High Sheriff of Hampshire is seeking nominations for the 2024-2025 Community Awards. These annual awards, hosted by the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Community Foundation, celebrate the efforts of public servants, individuals, volunteers, charities