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Marwell Wildlife using drones to help protect endangered species
Marwell Wildlife is using drones to protect endangered species. The zoo has been working with the University of Southampton since 2021 to explore the potential of using drones, referred to as 'uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs)', to monitor and identify
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Maternity team exceeds target for whooping cough vaccinations
Hampshire Hospitals' maternity team has exceeded its target for administering whooping cough vaccinations. More than 1,120 were given in the first six months, more than double the expected figure. The vaccination is given to pregnant women
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New president of Hampshire Chamber of Commerce is announced
Hampshire Chamber of Commerce has appointed a leading figure in one of the region’s most high-profile business sectors as its new president Mandy Boughton brings more than 30 years’ experience in leisure marine to the voluntary ambassadorial role
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'It is huge' - Sports bar partners with hospice to 'give back to the community'
A NEW sports bar is partnering with the hospice in order to "give back" to the community. The Post Box Sports Bar, at the Top of Town, has revealed it will partner with St. Michael's Hospice as its charity of choice, to raise money for the organisation
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Woman arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after two hit by car
A WOMAN has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and GBH after four people were injured in two separate incidents. Police were called to the incident at 11.03pm on Thursday, November 7. Two women in their 40s were hit by a car on
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Prolific shoplifter who stole laundry products from Basingstoke Aldi jailed
A PROLIFIC shoplifter who had previously been warned about stealing has been sent to prison after taking laundry products from a Basingstoke Aldi. Leon Davies, 26, of no fixed abode stole laundry products worth £41.93 from Aldi at St Michael’s
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Woman approached by two men 'armed with knives' trying to steal motorcycle
TWO men reportedly armed with knives tried to steal a woman's motorcycle in a car park, sparking an appeal for information. A woman riding a blue Yamaha moped was approached by two men in the residential car park on Gershwin Road, near the Brighton
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Why has Basingstoke been so dull and grey lately? 'Anticyclonic gloom' grips town
STRUGGLING to see the sun over the past week? You are not alone as Basingstoke has seen one of the UK's lowest amounts of sunshine. The town has had just 18 minutes of sunshine over the last 11 days according to BBC Weather. In comparison,
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Hampshire farm shop delighted to be named as one of the best in the UK
A FARM shop near Alresford has experienced a significant rise in attention after it was named as one of the best in the country. Since being included in The Times’ ‘35 Best Farm Shops in Britain’ shortlist, West Lea Farm Shop has experienced a
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JD Wetherspoon boss issues price rise warning to customers
Prices at Wetherspoons could be set to rise, the pub chain’s boss has warned. Tim Martin, Wetherspoon’s chairman, has warned over price rises after the autumn Budget, as he said the pub chain’s tax bill will jump by two thirds next year. Mr
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Here's how you can get a free pretzel in Festival Place this weekend
FREE pretzels are on off as a new kiosk opens in Festival Place. Auntie Anne's is opening on Saturday, November 9 and is giving away freebies to celebrate its launch. The brand, which makes freshly baked American treats in front of customers
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Mother of two starts 'baby class for mums' to celebrate benefits of singing
A BASINGSTOKE mother has started a class for parents to 'explore the therapeutic magic of singing' with their baby. Anna Ter Haar has started a weekly group called Mamacanta, described as a singing collective for perinatal mothers and their babies
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New initiative launched to help Hampshire families become healthier
A new programme has been launched to help families become healthier. Children's charity Barnardo's and Hampshire County Council have started the Hampshire Healthy Steps initiative, which aims to encourage physical activity, nutrition, wellbeing
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Can you help this beautiful dog with a 'lovely temperament' find a forever home?
CAN you find a home for this beautiful dog with a "lovely temperament?" Skye is a sweet six-year-old Siberian Husky cross Pomeranian who enjoys human company. Currently in the care of Dogs Trust Newbury, she would like adopters who could help
