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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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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.
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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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.
Community event brings residents together for fun-filled Apple Day
Many of the apples were donated by residents with surplus fruit from their gardens.
The Beauty Spot wins Basingstoke Gazette’s Beauty Salon of the Year
The Beauty Spot wins Basingstoke Gazette’s Beauty Salon of the Year
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.
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.
Illegal hare coursing starts early as crop harvesting wraps up
Hare coursing has started earlier than usual this summer due to an early harvest.
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
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.
'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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
'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.
'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.
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.