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Basingstoke Gazette | News

My child has a disability - where can they go to play?

For children with disabilities, playgrounds are often inaccessible, why are councils not making parks inclusive for all mandatory?

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Basingstoke Gazette | News

Stately home with connections to Henry VIII free to visit for one day this weekend

The Vyne, a National Trust property in Sherborne St John, will be free for all to visit on Saturday, September 13, from 10am to 3pm, with the gardens open until 5pm.

Andover Advertiser | Basingstoke

Council gives 'no objection' to Andover semi-detached house plans

Plans to build a new home in Andover have received 'no objection' from the town council, despite some misgivings.

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Andover Advertiser | Basingstoke

New town theatre plan 'could be derailed by petition'

A petition to move the new Lights theatre development threatens to be 'catastrophic', the borough council leader has warned.

Andover Advertiser | Basingstoke

Community event brings residents together for fun-filled Apple Day

Many of the apples were donated by residents with surplus fruit from their gardens.

Basingstoke Gazette | News

The Beauty Spot wins Basingstoke Gazette’s Beauty Salon of the Year

The Beauty Spot wins Basingstoke Gazette’s Beauty Salon of the Year

Basingstoke Gazette | News

PICTURES: Model railway society steams ahead with open day

The Basingstoke and North Hants Model Railway Society held an open day for visitors to marvel at miniatures.

Basingstoke Gazette | News

Property consultancy appoints new director with more than 20 years of experience

He specialises in valuation advice for financial institutions and public and private sector clients.

Basingstoke Gazette | News

Illegal hare coursing starts early as crop harvesting wraps up

Hare coursing has started earlier than usual this summer due to an early harvest.

Basingstoke Gazette | News

M3 and M27 closures for Hampshire drivers to be aware of this weekend

Hampshire drivers will need to be aware of a couple of closures on the M3 and M27 for the weekend of September 12 to 14

Basingstoke Gazette | News

South Indian festival Onam celebrated in style by Basingstoke hospital staff

Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital staff came together to mark the South Indian harvest festival of Onam with a colourful celebration.

Basingstoke Gazette | News

'RAF Benevolent Fund stands with the RAF ready to provide meaningful support'

We commemorate and remember the courage and sacrifice of all those who played such a vital role in the Battle of Britain.

Basingstoke Gazette | News

High Sheriff awards open to those supporting criminal justice system

This year, the awards are particularly keen to honour individual volunteers and community groups supporting the criminal justice system.

Andover Advertiser | Basingstoke

Search begins to find Andover's Cafe of the Year 2025

Residents are invited to nominate their favourite cafe, giving beloved businesses the chance to be crowned this year’s winner

Andover Advertiser | Basingstoke

Councillors give old school toilet renovation the 'no objection' seal of approval

No objection was raised as councillors found no fault with the application to repair an old toilet at an Andover school.

Basingstoke Gazette | News

Two cheeky monkeys brought joy to care home residents

The cheeky pair climbed onto laps, shoulders, and even heads, pinching tissues and making friends with everyone.

Basingstoke Gazette | News

Sea of yellow ducks bob down brook in light-hearted race

The event raised around £280, which will help cover costs for a visit from the association’s twin town, Cormicy, scheduled for November.

Andover Advertiser | Basingstoke

'Do not approach' - Police hunting for wanted man who breached prison licence

Police are hunting for wanted man Zackery Bell on recall to prison after he breached the terms of his licence.

Basingstoke Gazette | News

'Do not approach' - Police hunting for wanted man who breached prison licence

Police are hunting for wanted man Zackery Bell on recall to prison after he breached the terms of his licence.

Andover Advertiser | Basingstoke

Will Wiltshire's military barracks be used to house asylum seekers?

Asylum seekers could be moved to military barracks in Wiltshire under new government plans to empty migrant hotels.