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MP Steve Brine hosts Parliament tour for Winchester U3A group
Winchester U3A's Quester 3 group was given an exclusive tour of the Houses of Parliament by MP Steve Brine. The tour took place at 12 noon on March 5. Fourteen group members took part, starting from Westminster Hall, and even had the chance to
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Aldi to increase hourly wage for store workers from June
Aldi supermarket announced on June 1, a pay rise of 40p an hour for Hampshire's store assistants and deputy store managers. This marks the second pay increase for Aldi workers this year, reinforcing its status as Hampshire's best-paying supermarket
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Disabled toilet plans for town centre car park meets objections
PLANS for a disabled toilet in a Romsey car park have been met with objections. Robert Wilson applied for a modular changing place toilet in the Lortemore Place Car Park. The proposal is for the unit to be constructed on the existing disabled
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Primary school still expected to close as five week consultation comes to an end
HAMPSHIRE County Council has recommended that Ampfield Primary School should close following two consultations. The latest consultation on the future of the Church of England school, in Knapp Lane, was requested school’s governing body in agreement
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'Endearing' little boy is looking for a loving family to adopt him
An ‘endearing’ little boy who loves playing is looking for a family in Hampshire to call his own. Noah, aged three-and-a-half, is hoping to share his love for activities with a loving family. Described as a ‘happy little boy’, Noah, whose identity
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Hendog mural in Hampshire town cleaned up after graffiti vandalism
A VANDALISED graffiti mural has already been cleaned up. A cross and the word ‘toy’ was sprayed over one of Hendog’s latest pieces of art, ‘Chained to a Daisy’ at St George's Square Bus Shelter in Bishop’s Waltham. But just a few days after
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Former mayor and veteran councillor of 22 years to retire
HE'S been mayor twice, council leader, and represented the southern parishes for 22 years. But ahead of the next Winchester City Council elections, Frank Pearson has decided to retire. Mr Pearson was first elected in 2002, and has not lost
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'Families will not be able to afford fresh fruit and veg'
The rest of British farmers should give our wonderful Welsh farmers full support. Agricultural land is in decline, meaning fresh fruit and vegetables will be unaffordable in the very near future. Families will not be able to afford fresh
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Councillor criticises perceived lack of progress towards Winchester carbon targets
A WINCHESTER city councillor has criticised the council for not meeting its green targets. Cllr Malcolm Wallace said that the council’s aim for the district to be carbon neutral by 2030 is “fast becoming a pipe dream”. The council declared
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'It's great to be here': Josie's opens new café in Alresford near the Watercress Line
A NEW café has opened its doors in Alresford. Josie’s opened its doors today (Monday, March 18) on Station Road near Alresford Station, home of the heritage Watercress Line. Speaking to the Chronicle, café manager Ben Mayle said: “It’s great
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'The polluting fumes drift across'
Spring is in the air and for those of us lucky enough to have a garden spending time outside is recognised as being highly beneficial for our mental and physical wellbeing. Unfortunately the warmer weather means the return of the ice cream van
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Morrisons shopfront ‘absolutely destroyed’ after being 'smashed'
The front of a shop has been "absolutely destroyed" after being "smashed". Morrisons Daily in Romsey is currently closed following the incident. Shocking photographs show a dented shutter and a shattered glass window. Police have taped
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Police warn offenders behind dead animal stunt will face 'full force of the law'
POLICE are continuing to investigate after around 50 dead hares, a kestrel and a barn owl, were strewn outside a community shop. Test Valley Cops has said its “its actively progressing all lines of enquiry” to find the offenders and officers are
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Police help protect community with free bike registering events
ROMSEY’S policing team is helping the community protect their bikes with free bike registering events. More than 40 bikes were registered at the latest event at Romsey Police Station on the morning of Saturday, March 16. The next event will
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Shocking photographs shows fire engine on its side after crash near Winchester
A SHOCKING new photo shows a fire engine on its side after a crash in the Hampshire countryside near Winchester. The vehicle was travelling on the A272 near Cheesefoot Head when it left the road at approximately 1pm on Monday, March 18. The
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Bus services will be diverted during three-day road closure this week
A ROAD through Kings Worthy will be partially blocked for around three days of highway improvement works. Springvale Road will be closed from Elan Court and Nations Hill between 9.30am and 4pm from Wednesday, March 20. READ MORE: Hampshire
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Hampshire road closed for the rest of the week due to Network Rail works
A ROAD linking Otterbourne and Colden Common will remain closed for the rest of the week. Kiln Lane has closed 24/7 to through traffic while Network Rail completes essential rail works. The road is expected to reopen around 3pm on Sunday
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'Thank you for your support': Hill Farm Juice to close its doors after 50 years
A POPULAR juice business that has been running for fifty years has confirmed it is closing its doors due to rising costs. Hill Farm Juice, in Swanmore, made the announcement on Facebook on Friday, March 15. In a post, business owner Will Dobson
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'He was greatly loved': Tributes paid to man who died in Hampshire crash
Tributes have been paid to a man who died after a crash on a busy Hampshire road last month. Police were called just before 11pm on February 16 following a crash involving a red Audi A1 car and pedestrian on Winchester Road in Petersfield.
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More than 80,000 people owed £6,250 after DWP error - are you due money?
Thousands of people are being told they could be due a share of £500m following a Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) error. The DWP owes £500m in back pay to more than 80,000 people across the UK, including married women, widows and pensioners
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Winchester death notices and funeral announcements from the Hampshire Chronicle
The Hampshire Chronicle published nine death notices last week. Every week, the Hampshire Chronicle publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in print, our death
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Government drone plan proposes flying taxis could take off in 2 years
In two years, the first piloted flying taxi could take to UK skies under Government plans while drone deliveries could also become regular by 2027. The Department of Transport (DoT) has released its Future of Flight Action Plan which also proposes
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Cadbury creates twist on popular chocolate bar and releases two new flavours
Cadbury fans can look forward to the release of two new chocolate bars this week as the company has created a twist on the classic Dairy Milk. Two new bars will become available on Monday, March 18 as part of the Cadbury Dairy Milk & More range
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Can you get a free TV licence? DWP issues reminder ahead of April price hike
Almost everyone who watches live television must obtain a TV Licence to do so, but some of us are eligible for a free licence and may not know it. Every household in the UK is legally required to have a TV licence if they watch or record live TV
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Residents’ disapproval leads to equestrian plans being rejected
WINCHESTER'S planning committee was left "conflicted" by an application to change the use of a field near the Meon Valley Trail. Civic chiefs rejected the equestrian plans by Carolyn Collins for the land off Mill Lane, in Swanmore, despite officers
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Teg Down and Dean Lane residents to host meeting on protecting green spaces
RESIDENTS of the Teg Down and Dean Lane areas are being invited to a meeting on what can be done locally to protect plants and animals. The meeting, on Saturday, March 23, is being held in response to the loss of wildlife and natural habitats across
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The success of a belated crackdown on chronic criminal behaviour in Winchester
GOOD news about crime in Winchester city centre came from a recent city council meeting. Tough action over the last six months has deterred several chronic offenders from committing crime. The new climate is such that they have directed their activities
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Local food, drink and craft producers meet to network and celebrate kitchen business
SCORES of local food, drink and craft producers met at a kitchen designers in Winchester to network, watch a cooking demo and celebrate the kitchen company's 21st year in business. The event, organised by Hampshire Fare, took place at the Myers