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Application submitted for £3.5m park transformation with new water play area
The plans include a splash pad, a modern clubhouse with community space, public toilets and a refreshment kiosk.
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In the Dock: Diner who walked out on Miller & Carter bill ordered to pay £800
The case was among a string of matters heard at North Hampshire Magistrates' Court in Basingstoke this week, which also saw drink-drivers, uninsured motorists, and offenders breaching court orders brought before the bench.
School marks 'best year ever' with record-breaking achievements
Seven of the awards were for academic achievement and 40 per cent of the Year 8 cohort secured a scholarship.
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Councillors say they were gagged from warning residents about demolition plans
Confidentiality rules prevented councillors from warning residents about controversial demolition plans.
Basingstoke veteran receives royal treatment during Germany visit
A highlight of the day was when the Mayor of Euskirchen presented Ian with a special medallion, symbolising the connection between the two towns.
Landlords ‘must be held to account’ over unsecured empty buildings, says BID manager
In his latest newsletter, the Andover Business Improvement District (BID) manager, Bill Hawkins, described the trend as a “serious safety risk”.
First look at £3.5m Vigo Park pavilion and water play plans in Andover
The full application, from Test Valley Borough Council, in partnership with TG Escapes and Alliance Leisure, seeks permission for the "construction of a community pavilion".
M3 and M27 closures Hampshire drivers need to be aware of this weekend
Hampshire drivers will need to be aware of a few closures on the M3 and M27 for the weekend of July 10 to 12
'Exceptional' family home with four double bedrooms on market for £800,000
An "exceptional" family home has been put on the market for £800,000.
Four-bed family home in exclusive development hits market for £595,000
The estate agents said the home is "beautifully presented" and "perfectly suited to modern family life".
Traffic disruption expected as major transformer delivery planned
A major transformer delivery is set to take place as part of an electricity substation upgrade.
Primary school marks 150 years with fun-filled day of celebration
A primary school recently marked 150 years in a day of celebration and community spirit.
The group taking down hundreds of flags from lampposts in Basingstoke - this is why
ALMOST 1,000 people have joined a new group aiming to take down dozens of Union and St George’s flags from lampposts across Basingstoke.
New waiting restrictions to be introduced on Basingstoke road
The order, which was made on Tuesday, June 23, is set to come into effect on Friday, July 10.
Andover-born coach returns from US to take up football role
Gozlugol joins manager Jamie Coleman, bringing international experience after several years coaching in the United States.
Shadow transport secretary says axing Stonehenge tunnel is ‘real failure’ by Labour
Speaking in Amesbury on Thursday, July 9, at a packed public meeting organised by Cllr Dr Monica Devendran, Mr Holden said the decision represented “death by 1,000 cuts” in national infrastructure planning and a lack of long-term vision for the country.
PHOTOS: Young adults at hospice enjoy festival of music, fun and celebration
The festival-style event featured live music, crafts, games and food for young adults, their families and friends.
Princess Anne praises work of Citizens Advice Hart during visit
The visit was to learn more about the charity’s work supporting people across the Hart District.
When is Flying Ant Day 2026? Potential dates for natural phenomenon revealed
Flying Ant Day is likely to take place between July and August in 2026, but what are the potential dates?
Neighbours report 'strong smells' as massive cannabis factory discovered inside house
NEIGHBOURS of a large scale cannabis factory discovered in a house in a quiet street in Sherfield Park say they had smelt “strong smells” coming from the property before police raided the home.