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Jewellery maker crowned precious Metal Jewellery Brand of 2025 at global awards
A JEWELLERY maker has won a global award.
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'Basingstoke has the potential to lead nationally' - hopes for the town's future
Mark Jones was editor of The Gazette for 13 years from 2002-2015. He has worked in Basingstoke in various roles for nearly 30 years, and is the founder of Mr Blue Sky Consultancy and the #StrongerTogetherForum.
Garden centre offering creative ways to celebrate Mother’s Day
The planted wreath workshop, which includes a demonstration, will be held from Friday, March 13 to Sunday, March 15 and costs £37.50 per person.
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Mum influencer shares easy and affordable cleaning hacks for quick fixes
Ali has built a following of 12,000 on Instagram, She Made Home, through her relatable, low-cost home hacks.
Driver arrested after serious crash which sent cyclist to hospital
Cyclist in his 60s seriously injured in Aldershot car collision on A325. Farnham man arrested; police appeal for witnesses and dash-cam footage.
Cruise ship that travels from Hampshire named among best in the world for 2026
Cunard's Queen Mary 2 has been named among the best cruise ships in the world for 2026 according to Condé Nast Traveller
Two pensioners died in collision in early morning walk
THE inquest has been opened into the deaths of two pensioners in a collision on a Hampshire road.
Care practitioner becomes qualified nurse after completing training
A care practitioner has qualified as a nurse after completing her training and working her way up through the care sector.
Application for more than 25 homes on village farmland refused after hundreds object
An application for 26 residential dwellings on arable farmland in Basingstoke has been refused.
Valentine's Day pop-up coming to shopping centre with chance to win free date night
A shopping centre is spreading joy with a Valentine’s Day display and a chance to win the "perfect date."
Men climbing mountains with weight of lost babies in memory of their 'angels'
A GROUP of men are preparing to climb three mountains while wearing baby carriers to raise money in memory of their children who died.
Andover's judo rising star sets the tatami ablaze with Surrey Open gold
An Andover boy is celebrating a major sporting success after winning gold at a regional judo competition.
Triathlon club celebrates 2025 success at annual awards and dinner
Members of Andover Triathlon Club came together recently for their Annual General Meeting, an evening celebrating the achievements of 2025 and recognising the club’s new champions
'Help improve the wellbeing and independence for older people across the county'
At Age Concern Hampshire, volunteers play a vital role in helping older residents navigate these moments with confidence and dignity.
Three-bedroom home with Juliet balcony and garden for sale in peaceful setting
Three-bedroom home for sale on Harebell Road for £357,500. Listed by Graham & Co, featuring garage, garden, countryside walks and ideal for families.
More officers to hit the streets after council tax rise approved for police budget
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Police to recruit 36 new officers, boosting community safety and visibility amid funding challenges and council tax rise.
Old car parts and McDonalds receipt found fly-tipped in Basingstoke layby
Old car parts, an aerosol can and a McDonalds Uxbridge receipt have been found fly-tipped in a lay-by in Basingstoke.
'Let's end the 8am scramble' Basingstoke MP calls for new health centre for town
Basingstoke's MP has called for the town to be among the first to benefit from a new wave of Neighbourhood Health Centres.
In the Dock: Man ordered to pay compensation for damaging china cups and plate
A man who damaged three china cups and a serving plate has been ordered to pay compensation.
Councils spent over £31m on asylum seeker social care last year
Hampshire’s councils spent more than £31m on social care for asylum seekers last year, new figures reveal, with unaccompanied children driving most of the cost.