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More than 100,000 people have used new community pharmacy services
More than 100,000 people have used community pharmacy services in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight since December 2023. A wide variety of services are now accessible from community pharmacists, including free blood pressure checks for people over
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Project aims to gather feedback from residents on health and social care
A new project aims to gather feedback from residents about their experiences with health and social care services. Action Hampshire and Healthwatch Hampshire are working together to connect with people across the county. They want to hear about
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Popley man accused of murder has more than 100 previous offences
A POPLEY man accused of murder after he knifed two brothers has been prosecuted 46 times for 123 previous offences, a court has heard. Kenneth Walker, 64, of Tasmania Close, is charged with murdering Craig Laurie and trying to murder his brother
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Vote now for your favourite countryside project in Hampshire
The Countryside Charity, CPRE Hampshire, has announced that the public can now vote for the Hampshire Choice Award. The award is part of the Countryside Awards 2024 and features four projects that have won in their respective categories. The
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MP will 'continue to listen carefully' to constituents on assisted dying debate
An MP has said she will "continue to listen carefully" to constituents on the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill. Alex Baker, MP for Aldershot and Farnborough, has received hundreds of letters and emails about the Bill, which was introduced
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'I am very proud' - Para-athlete smashes and almost doubles World Record
A CHAMPION para-athlete from Basingstoke has smashed a Guinness World Record. Jamie Gane, 30, a teacher from Oakley has secured a world record after completing a 24-hour running challenge at Down Grange. He set out to break the record for '
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Basingstoke crematorium to host free Christmas carol service
A crematorium is inviting people to a free Christmas carol service next month. Basingstoke Crematorium, in Stockbridge Road, will host the event on Thursday, December 12 at 7pm, and will offer a peaceful and reflective evening, celebrating the
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Man charged with multiple offences in Basingstoke and Andover appears in court
A 36-year-old man has appeared in court after being charged with several offences related to incidents in Basingstoke and Andover. Michael O’Leary, of Westbrook Way, Southampton, faces charges of assault causing actual bodily harm, criminal damage
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Shoplifter who stole more than £750 worth of food and alcohol jailed
A MAN has been jailed after stealing more than £750 worth of items from a shop. Ben Price, 44, of Barnwood Road, Guildford, stole food and alcohol worth £758.70 from Sainsbury’s on Fleet Road on 6 November. He was arrested and later charged
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Murder accused claimed stabbing wouldn’t have happened if he was alone at home
A Popley man accused of murder has told a court that he stabbed two brothers, killing one and injuring the other, because he feared for the safety of his girlfriend. He claimed the confrontation "would have been different" if he had been home alone
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'Severe weather' conditions causing delays for Basingstoke passengers
BASINGSTOKE passengers can expect disruption today, November 19, as train services may be 'delayed or revised' due to weather conditions. South Western Railway has warned that due to 'severe weather' trains will have to run at a reduced speed on
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How long will the snow last? Hour-by-hour weather forecast for Basingstoke
SNOW is falling in Basingstoke, but just how long will it last? The latest forecast from the Met Office is in, and it doesn't look good for those who enjoy the white stuff. The cold weather has brought us a glimpse of snow, but it looks as
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Man in his 60s left with life-threatening injuries after car crashed into tree
THE DRIVER of a car has been left with life-threatening injuries after he crashed into a tree on Kingsclere Road. Police were called just after midnight on Friday, November 15 to a report of a collision on the A339 Kingsclere Road between Basingstoke
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Two cars crash on Brighton Hill Roundabout at rush hour
TWO cars crashed on Brighton Hill Roundabout this morning, causing traffic during rush hour. One of the cars, a black BMW, crashed into a traffic light signal post, causing damage to both the car and the post. The other car, a white Volvo 4x4
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Man jailed for spraying police officers with fire extinguisher during protest
A MAN has been jailed for spraying a fire extinguisher at police officers during a protest at a hotel housing asylum seekers in Aldershot. Officers visited Potters International Hotel on Saturday, August 3, just days after reports of disorder at
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Concerns raised after woman going for run approached by four men in 4x4 vehicle
A chilling account by a Basingstoke woman has raised concerns among residents. According to a post shared in a Facebook group, a runner was allegedly followed by a red 4x4 vehicle near Barber Road, close to Standford Road, in Brighton Hill on Sunday
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Suspected heroin dealer charged after officers attend Basingstoke house
A SUSPECTED drug dealer has been charged after officers found what they suspected to be heroin at a Basingstoke house. Joshua Lennon, 22, of Portsmouth Way, Basingstoke, has been charged with possession with intent to supply a controlled drug of
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LIVE: Crash on Brighton Hill Roundabout causing traffic
11:48am No injures reported Police have confirmed that nobody was injured during the crash, which happened just before
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Madness, Travis, Tom Walker and more announced for CarFest 2025
Music legends Madness, Travis and Tom Walker are leading the lineup for CarFest 2025. The official lineup for next year's CarFest has been announced and will see 80s pop sensations Madness take to the stage in the beautiful Hampshire countryside
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Health provider recognised for work with perpetrators of stalking
A health provider has been honoured for its work with stalking perpetrators. Hampshire & Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (HIOW Healthcare), formerly known as Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust, received the Challenging Behaviours
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PICTURES: ' It was an honour' - Beekeepers join forces to plant 'bee-friendly' tree
BEEKEEPERS from across Hampshire came together to plant a special 'bee-friendly' tree to mark the 150th anniversary of the British Beekeepers Association. Hampshire's beekeepers joined with the local community in Wootton St Lawrence to celebrate
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Royal Oak pub reopens under new management
A Basingstoke pub has reopened under a new management, blending traditional British pub culture with a unique Nepalese twist. The Royal Oak in Worting Road has been revitalised by its new Nepalese owners after the previous landlords, Jim and Jackie
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Enchanting ballet coming to Basingstoke this Christmas
A popular and enchanting ballet is coming to Basingstoke in December. Ballet Theatre UK is bringing Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker to The Haymarket on Tuesday, December 10 at 7.30pm. The production, known for its lavish costumes and sparkling
