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Chandler's Ford school wins anti-bullying award
AN anti-bullying campaign at a Chandler’s Ford school led to a “life-changing” day out for one youngster. Alex Morris, 12, is a pupil at Lakeside School for children with behavioural problems and is a member of the school council. As part of
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Winchester digital firm wins prestigious award
A WINCHESTER business has won a prestigious award. Digital and creative agency Marmalade on Toast won the Best in Show prize at the 2013 Davey Awards, named for the small business ‘Davids’ succeeding with small budgets in a world of big ‘Goliath
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Twyford School receives visit from special TV guest
STUDENTS at Twyford School received a visit from a special guest last week (October 18) when the winner of TV’s The Apprentice came to judge their competition. Tom Pellereau, a former Twyford pupil, was welcomed back to the school as a panel judge
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Winchester-based record producer spinning a new tune
SAT behind a desk in an office at the back of a shop, in a quiet Winchester side street, father-of-two Mike Peden is recalling the night he played bass guitar at a little nightclub in Edinburgh. Mike’s sons wouldn’t be dissimilar to most youngsters
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Public get chance to grill MD of South West Trains in Winchester
WINCHESTER MP Steve Brine has organised an open meeting for rail users to question the boss of South West Trains. Mr Brine has arranged for Tim Shoveller, managing director of SWT and the Network Rail Alliance, to answer questions from the public on
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Winchester homeless charity looks to future with positive financial reports
THE future looks bright for one of Winchester’s key homeless charities. Trinity Winchester posted a surplus for the first time in five years as it looks to develop its services in the city. The charity made £8,000 last financial year, compared
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Controversial River Park plans to be revealed by Winchester civic chiefs
WINCHESTER civic chiefs are to hold a public exhibition over their controversial plans for leisure facilities. Proposals to redevelop the ageing River Park Leisure Centre have sparked anger as they would involve taking a large chunk of the playing
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Citizens Advice Bureau resumes daily service at Winchester office
WINCHESTER District Citizens Advice Bureau will increase it service just in time to face some major new challenges. Cutbacks in the group’s funding forced its closure on Friday’s at the St George’s Street office, but savings on rent costs from
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Schoolchildren are promised half-term adventures at Winnall Moors
CHILDREN across Winchester are invited to the Winnall Moors this half term with a story booklet by the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust. The Adventure of Winnall Moors takes children on a trail through the nature reserve as characters
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Antique rifles found at disused piggery
DO you recognise these rifles? The two weapons were found at a disused piggery at Michelmersh by the land owner. Police believe the rifles, which were wrapped in a piece of carpet, may have been stolen and hidden by the thief. The rifles
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County council may have to axe a further 1,800 jobs
HAMPSHIRE County Council could be forced to slash 1,800 more jobs in the latest round of cuts, it was claimed today. Council chiefs have confirmed their initial targets of £80m in savings will now rise to £90m because of further reductions in government
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Campaign to save care homes hots up as key councillor quits
A DECISION on the long-term future of four care homes will now be taken by Hampshire County Council’s cabinet following the shock resignation of the spokesperson for adult social services, Anna McNair Scott. Councillor McNair Scott quit after announcing
