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WATCH: Animals at Marwell Zoo enjoy the first snow of the winter
Marwell Zoo has been transformed into a winter wonderland as the first cold snap of the season blanketed Hampshire in snow. On Thursday, November 21, the snow-covered zoo created a magical atmosphere, delighting both guests and animals. Snow
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Hampshire charity launches festive campaign to support elderly people
A campaign has been launched to raise money to help support elderly people in the community. Age Concern Hampshire has unveiled its new festive campaign, Let's Spread Cheer into the New Year, to help raise funds for 2025 and beyond. The campaign
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MP calls for clamp down on companies 'ripping off' leaseholders
LUKE Murphy MP has joined calls for management companies charging 'extortionate fees' to leaseholders in Basingstoke to be held accountable. The Labour Member of Parliament has formed a campaign group with 33 other MPs calling for the managing
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Food hygiene ratings: One restaurant handed one-out-of-five food score
Here are all the latest food hygiene ratings handed out to businesses in Basingstoke and Deane following inspections. Seventeen establishments have been assessed, with most achieving excellent scores, showcasing their commitment to high standards
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Festival 5k in Basingstoke is back for 2025 - and you can sign up now
Runners can sign up to take part in next year's Festival 5k race in Basingstoke. The Croudace Festival 5k will take place on Sunday, March 2, 2025. The event, which is organised by Destination Basingstoke, gives runners the chance to run through
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Flashback: Man killed after broken down wagon struck by incoming train
IN the summer of 1850, the London and South Western Railway Company ran cheap excursion trains from London to Southampton on Sundays, most people's only day of leisure. These Sunday excursions were so popular that the company usually had to run
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Can you claim compensation for storm damage? Here's what to do if that happens
When it comes to storm damage, it's not all about electricity and power failures. Many homeowners have to deal with fallen trees and fences, while high winds and falling debris may damage household items or roofs. According to the Met Office
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DWP ESA payments set to increase - see how much you could get
Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) claimants will see their payments increase next year, after the DWP confirmed how much benefits will rise by. Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) helps people who have a disability or health condition that
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In the planning: Round up of applications for Basingstoke
Here is a list of some of some of the applications submitted to the council in the week ending Sunday, November 10 Fell Silver birch to the front of property. Westwards, 53A Newbury Road, Kingsclere, Newbury RG20 5SP. Ref. No: T/00585/24/TCA
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Former cow farmer's family visit street named after him on land he used to work
THE family of a farm manager who has had a close named after him in a development built on the land he used to work on, have visited the street. Bewley Homes' Sovereign Gate development, built on the former Berrydown farm site, was visited by the
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Hampshire-based charity aiming to raise £20,000 in one week
A Hampshire-based charity is aiming to raise £20,000 in one week. Cardiac Rehab, in Alton, is taking part in the Big Give Christmas Challenge between December 3 and 10. The charity, which supports people with heart problems, will be able to
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Opening date for Heavenly Desserts revealed - Here's how to get a free meal
A NEW dessert parlour is opening in Festival Place next month, and the first 50 customers will receive a free meal. Heavenly Desserts, which offers a "premium artisan experience," will open its new branch in the town's flagship shopping centre
