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Trains featuring pop anthems and illuminated carriages coming to Hampshire
A railway line is running special illuminated steam trains featuring pop anthems. The Watercress Line's steam trains will run from December 29 to January 4, 2025, offering a party experience under thousands of LED lights. The trains will play
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WATCH: Residents take the plunge into cold water for cancer charity
PEOPLE from all over the town are taking a dip into cold water for The Pink Place's 'Frozember' challenge. The cancer charity that supports women and men across North Hampshire has begun its winter fundraiser, dubbed 'Frozember', with the aim to
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'Terrifying' tumble dryer fire causes 'devastating' damage to family home
A TUMBLE DRYER in Buckskin caught on fire before spreading to the rest of the house, making the property 'unlivable', a resident has said. Lola Ebury was at home 'getting ready for the day' at approximately 10am on the morning of Saturday, November
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Cancer survivor mum completes Himalayan trek for charity and launches first book
A Basingstoke cancer survivor who turned her battle with the illness into a source of inspiration for others has returned from a gruelling five-day trek in the Indian Himalayas and is now celebrating the launch of her debut poetry book. Karla Cornwall
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Three men arrested after police chase across town in suspected stolen car
THREE men have been arrested for numerous offences after a police chase across the town in a suspected stolen car which caused a crash in a village. The dangerous driving incident saw police attempt to stop a black Ford Ford Focus which they believe
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Keir Starmer evades question from Hampshire MP over GP cuts
ALEX Brewer, MP for North East Hampshire, continued with her pledge to fight for the NHS during Prime Minister's Questions today, with Keir Starmer failing to give her a direct answer. During the latest Prime Minister's Question Time (PMQs) on
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Nine vehicles set on fire in Basingstoke west area in three weeks
Police are appealing for witnesses and information after nine cars have been set on fire in Basingstoke in three weeks. Since Sunday, November 10, officers have received reports that nine vehicles had been set on fire in the west part of the town
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Amazing prizes to win in this week’s advent competition
The festive season just got a whole lot more exciting with the second week of our advent competition series. Each week, readers have the chance to win incredible prizes to make this Christmas unforgettable. This week, there is something for everyone
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E-scooter rider charged with suspected drug dealing
A SUSPECTED drug dealer riding an e-scooter has been charged after police found what they believe to be Class A drugs and hundreds of pounds in cash on him. David Holden, 45, of Hailstone Road, Basingstoke, has been charged with possession with
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Minor flooding causes disruption in Basingstoke after heavy rainfall
Heavy rain has led to minor flooding-related disruption across parts of Basingstoke on Wednesday, November 27. While the situation in the town remains manageable, residents are being urged to stay cautious, especially on roads prone to flooding
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Range Rover crashes into lorry and tree causing minor injuries
A CAR collided with a lorry and crashed into a tree, causing minor injuries. A Range Rover collided with a lorry on the A33 Southbound near Lillymill Chine, Chineham, before crashing into a tree. The crash happened at 6.40am yesterday, Tuesday
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Scaffolding up to repair leaking roof of council wedding venue and 'heritage asset'
SCAFFOLDING has been put up around an historic Basingstoke building as part of planned work to replace a leaking roof. Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council said the project will replace the roof of the 18th century Goldings building at the town
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Celebrity TV doctor famous for appearing on ITV show to open new 60-bedroom care home
A 60-BEDROOM care home will be opened in Hartley Wintney by a famous TV doctor who has appeared on Good Morning Britain. Elm Lodge, a residential care home, will be opened by general practitioner, presenter, and writer Dr Hilary Jones, known as
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Author wins competition judged by renowned novelist
A Rotherwick author has won a competition judged by world-renowned novelist Lee Child. Richard T. Burke was selected as the winner of a competition for the best first page of a thriller. His winning entry features in the book, Crimebits: 100
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'Urgent review' of new Basingstoke hospital project will not be published until 2025
A REVIEW of plans to build a new hospital in Basingstoke and refurbish Winchester hospital will not be published until the new year. The Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC) has told the Gazette that its review of the scheme for Hampshire
