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Three people injured after three vehicle crash
Three people were injured in a three car crash on a slip road in Basingstoke.
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LIVE: Road closure after crash on slip road
We have received reports of a road closure following a crash on a slip road onto the ring road in Basingstoke. Live updates as we gather more information.
Two arrested after stolen car crashes with bus in police chase
Two men were arrested after a stolen white Mercedes crashed into a bus in Hartley Wintney.
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Thousands of people benefiting from council's health and wellbeing programmes
A wide range of prevention-first programmes and services are being delivered across the county.
Care home raises hundreds for wildlife hospital 'close to their hearts'
The care home has a long-standing connection with the hospital, with many staff having personally taken injured birds and animals there.
CCTV released after five injured during late night fight at cocktail bar
Five injured in large fight at Propaganda Music Canteen, Fleet. Hampshire Police release CCTV images and appeal for witnesses and footage after arrest.
Shoplifter steals more than £400 worth of meat from town centre Tesco
Shaun Bowers jailed for eight weeks after stealing £400 of meat from Tesco Express in Basingstoke. Police warn shoplifting will not be tolerated.
New pension reforms to help millions of public sector workers from April
These changes 'will give hard-working cleaners, librarians, school cooks and other public servants the security in retirement they deserve,' say ministers
Halifax, Lloyds and Bank of Scotland closing more bank branches this year
Among the bank branches planned to close are 40 Lloyds bank branches, 14 Halifax location and 17 Bank of Scotland sites.
Coca-Cola launches 2 new flavours of 'fan favourite' drink - have you tried it?
Coca-Cola has launched the new Cherry Float flavour, expanding its popular cherry range in the UK.
Basingstoke death notices and funeral announcements from the Gazette
As well as appearing in print, our death notice pages will remain online as a lasting tribute to the memory of those we have lost.
Scoping application for thousands of houses and primary school submitted
A request for scoping application for a 2,500 home development with, a primary school and pre-schools in in Upper Swallick has been submitted.
Company behind Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park landscaping rebrands after 23 years
This marks its first rebrand in 23 years and reflects the company’s broader evolution beyond turf production.
Town centre library works to begin this month - here's what's going to change
Building work at Basingstoke Discovery Centre starts 16 Feb 2026, as Hampshire County Council staff relocate. Library stays open during redevelopment.
School road markings painted over 'dangerous' potholes in 'ridiculous situation'
Road markings painted over potholes on Sullivan Road near Chalk Ridge School spark criticism of Hampshire County Council’s road repairs and safety concerns.
School backs calls for improved road safety after 'tragic' death of teenager
Cranbourne School backs calls for urgent road safety on Winchester Road, Basingstoke, after teen Kylan Mulligan's death. Petition urges Hampshire Council action.
Flooding and drainage works see main road close for up to nine days
Vigo Road in Andover will be partially shut for 24 hours a day from Saturday, February 14, to allow Hampshire County Council to carry out drainage works after heavy rainfall.
Wellbeing programmes helping residents stay healthy and active
A wide range of prevention-first programmes and services are being delivered across the county.
Three-storey five-bedroom house on the market for £850,000
With its generous living spaces, modern design, and prime location, this five-bedroom detached house on Silk Throwsters Way is a rare find.
'Lovely' two-bedroom bungalow up for sale for £330,000
Shops, bus routes and other everyday services are described as being within easy reach of the bungalow.