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Number of unaccompanied asylum-seeking children drops
The number of unaccompanied asylum-seeking children in Hampshire has decreased
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Care home's summer fete a 'resounding success' with live entertainment and games
Staff said they were "delighted" to see so many people of all ages enjoying the day together.
Basingstoke day care centre will remain open until new provider has been found
Two day care centres will stay council run until a new provider has been found, civic chiefs have said.
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Road closes for up to 11 days to allow for excavation works
The road closure has been granted for Cappagh Browne Utilities Ltd to carry out excavation works to repair a T joint causing blockages.
Andover resident urges the public to count butterflies
A resident from Andover is encouraging readers to take part in Butterfly’s Conservation’s Big Butterfly Count to help save the butterflies.
Buses restored to area of town suffering under new service
Buses have been restored to an area of town, which had been left cut off following the launch of a new service.
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 July 18 to 20
Renewables distributor signs five-year lease for new office space
The company distributes solar PV, battery storage systems and EV charging solutions.
Driver, 66, disqualified after being caught over the alcohol limit in car park
He admitted driving a motor vehicle, specifically a vehicle in the car park at Co-Op, London Road, after consuming alcohol.
Hampshire County Council leader on future of local government
Celebrating Hampshire Day and Reflecting on the Future of Local Government
IN THE DOCK: Man disqualified for drug driving and other court cases
A round-up of recent cases heard at Basingstoke Magistrates’ Court.
Kids invited to compete in UK-wide Beyblade competition this Saturday
Beybladers are being encouraged to sign up for a Beyblade competition as part of a nationwide tournament which aims to find the UK’s top Beyblader.
Future of local 'lifeline' for older adults secured by charitable trust
The club is run by a team of volunteers, all older adults themselves, who enjoy the sense of purpose and fulfilment from leading the sessions.
Town centre to be 'bursting' with free, family friendly events this summer
The summer celebrations culminate on Bank Holiday Monday with the return of the World Street Party.
Mayor elections will take place next year in Hampshire, government confirms
After the launch of the Devolution Priority Programme in February, the government have confirmed the date of Mayoral Elections.
Mayor elections will take place next year in Hampshire, government confirms
After the launch of the Devolution Priority Programme in February, the government have confirmed the date of Mayoral Elections.
LIVE: Lorry stuck under bridge on Eastrop Road
We have received reports of a lorry stuck under a bridge in Eastrop Road in Basingstoke. Have you seen this? Do you have photos or information? Contact jasmine.kelly@newsquest.co.uk or call us on 01256 337400. Live updates as we gather more information.
Village gearing up for night of costumes, racing and charity
More than 100 participants are expected to race through the village pushing decorated and modified wheelbarrows.
Is the post office system down? Royal Mail users report network issues
Post Office and Royal Mail users have reported outages with the service this afternoon ( July 17)
16 year olds to be able to vote in next general election as voting age lowered
UK Government plans have confirmed that 16 and 17-year-olds will be able to vote in the next general election as the voting age has been lowered across the UK.