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Young Reporter: What is Terror Management Theory? (Adan Lee)
As humans through history, we’ve asked many questions that are far beyond us; Questions such as: Where did morality originate from? Is there objective meaning?, and What did we originate from? But one question that everyone likes to ask would be: What
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Charity offering disabled people chance to fly planes looking for new trustees
Aerobility, a charity which enables individuals with disabilities to experience flight, is seeking new Trustees to help direct its future. Currently, the charity is looking for both a Trustee and a Trustee Secretary, critical roles aimed at defining
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Freemasons grant £60k to help disabled children access emergency care
MORE than 100 disabled children and young people with complex needs will be able to access care in emergency situations thanks to a new £60k grant. Hampshire and Isle of Wight Freemasons donated the money to Southampton’s Rose Road charity and
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Hampshire beekeeping business through to Countryside Alliance Awards finals
AN ARTISAN beekeeping business based in Hampshire has reached the final of a national competition. Honey Bee Happy is one of the five businesses across the UK to reach the final of the Countryside Alliance Awards, from a total of 17,000 nominees
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Young Reporter: Cinemas in Winchester by Madeleine Crabtree, PSC
Winchester, the county town of Hampshire, offers countless activities, from exploring its rich cultural heritage to an array of exciting shops and restaurants situated on the main High Street. But what does it have to offer in terms of the art of cinematography
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Young Reporter: Women's football at Peter Symonds by Clara Dale-Smith, PSC
Girls' football is so important as it gives girls an opportunity to succeed in a male dominated field, giving them confidence that they can perform at the same level. The rise of women’s football has been since women’s football was deemed as a
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Teenage boy tried to force woman off her bike in alleyway, police say
A teenage boy tried to force a woman off her bike in an alleyway. The victim, in her 20s, was cycling on the path from Allington Lane to Green’s Close when she was attacked, police said. The boy is said to have grabbed hold of the handlebars
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Hampshire Fare highlights value of food and drink community with first trade expo
A COUNTY fare held its first trade expo and attracted exhibitors from across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. Business owners flocked to Southampton Football Club on March 20 for the Hampshire Fare's first trade exhibition. This event was an
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'Our NHS will not see improvements by denying the opportunity for £900m to be spent'
I am writing in response to the front page article about the LibDem MP candidate believing he can overturn all the hospital consultations which have taken place in the past. Ignoring the past work done where the sites he suddenly thinks can be magically
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'A representative of agricultural labourers might now be appropriate'
Given all the hoo-ha about the proposed statue of Jane Austen in the Cathedral grounds (with even Jeremy Clarkson chipping in over the weekend in The Sunday Times) maybe the Cathedral authorities should review to whom they have a debt and merits memorialisation
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Highly anticipated beer festival returning to Winchester this summer
After a wait of more than four years, the highly anticipated return of the CAMRA Winchester Beer and Cider Festival will take place in 2024. With the last festival finishing the week before the country went into lockdown for COVID-19 in March 2020
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Man, 73, found not guilty of sexually assaulting woman, 20, in Winchester city centre
A WINCHESTER man has been found not guilty after facing a sexual assault charge. As previously reported, Denis Wilson McDonald, 73, of Trussell Crescent in Weeke, was charged on October 4 following reports of a sexual assault on November 29 2022
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The heart of the community: Postmasters are an anchor for high streets and villages
No two days are ever the same for Postmasters. The Post Offices they run sit at the heart of their communities and are more than just a place to buy stamps or send parcels to friends and loved ones. Whether it’s to publicise a local event,
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Arrests made and cash and drugs seized in County Lines Intensification Week
POLICE arrested five people, seized more than £2,000 in cash and disrupted various drugs lines during County Lines Intensification Week in Winchester. The week of intensification, which ran from Monday, March 4 until Sunday, March 10, saw officers
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Pair of peregrines look likely to nest at Romsey Abbey
A PAIR of peregrines look likely to make a nest at Romsey Abbey. The two birds of prey were recently spotted and a nest tray has been installed. Peregrines have never nested at Romsey Abbey before, although a nest tray was previously put
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NHS doctor issues Easter egg warning as critics label him a 'killjoy'
People should not eat Easter eggs in one sitting to reduce the risk of falling ill this weekend, the NHS has warned. Dr Andrew Kelso, a medical director at the NHS, encouraged the public to resist eating Easter eggs in one sitting, and to cut back
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Young Reporter: The Picture of Dorian Gray (Sarah Snook) Review by Julian Barker, PSC
Despite the clear challenges that come with adapting a classic contemporary novel featuring multiple locations and characters to a one-woman West End show, Kip William's The Picture of Dorian Gray manages to surpass all expectations and difficulties
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Wood cricket coaching role has Romsey buzzing
There's a real pre-season buzz at Old Tauntonians & Romsey following last season's promotion as Southern Premier Division 2 runners-up. Hampshire's Chris Wood has been appointed coach, with opener Charlie King stepping down as captain and top order
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Geoff Cooper hits out at Department of Work and Pensions after WASPI report
THE Parliamentary spokesman for the Lib Dems in Romsey has demanded justice for WASPI women following a new report. The report, published on Thursday, March 21 by the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman, covers women’s state pension age
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Cute Georgian townhouse with instantly-recogniseable pink gate goes up for sale
It's the lovely Georgian townhouse with a recognisable pink gate. Bridge House, in Romsey Road, known for its pretty garden gate on one of the main routes into Winchester, is up for sale for £1.1 million. The elegant city centre pad, built
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Winchester Cathedral is increasing the price of its annual pass next month
WINCHESTER Cathedral is increasing the price of its annual passes from the start of April. Costs for adults will increase by £1, people over 66 £2, students 50p and groups by £1 per person. Under 16s, with family, will remain free. The
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New airline announced at Bournemouth Airport - flying to 16 destinations
PACKAGE holiday operator and airline Jet2 has announced it to start flying from Bournemouth Airport next year - in a move that will create 100 new jobs. The low-cost airline will fly Bournemouth Airports passengers to 16 destinations from April
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32 planning applications submitted to Winchester City Council this week
Below are the latest planning applications submitted to Winchester City Council. Bishop's Waltham 24/00562/TPO, Mrs Kemp, tree work, 11 Malvern Close. 24/00577/FUL, Mr Dorrington, replacement windows with black timber sash or fixed pane windows
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First-time home buyers to be offered new mortgage with just £5,000 deposit
Those who are looking to get onto the property ladder can now apply for a new £5,000 deposit mortgage, launched by a UK building society. Yorkshire Building Society said its new fee-free deal will enable first-time buyers across England, Scotland
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Worries caused by Temu 'free money' referral scheme as warning issued
The online marketplace Temu is running a giveaway offering users "free money" in exchange for new sign-ups but some shoppers have raised concerns about its legitimacy. Temu is known for its extremely cheap goods, and is running a promotion where
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Are trains running on Easter? Important travel advice for Easter weekend
Many Brits will be travelling over the Easter Bank Holiday weekend but will train services be running smoothly? National Rail has urged Brits to plan their journeys in advance and check before they travel. The rail network has advised that
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If you have one of these 11 medical conditions you can get free NHS prescriptions
While many NHS services are free at the point of service, there is usually a charge in England for prescriptions - but there are some exceptions. Health is a devolved matter in the UK which means that people in Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales
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Alan Titchmarsh has trousers censored on North Korean TV during gardening show
North Korea’s state TV channel has censored a BBC gardening show by blurring presenter Alan Titchmarsh’s jeans. Korean Central Television (KCTV) aired a 2010 episode of Alan Titchmarsh’s Garden Secrets recently. During the episode footage of
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'It’s been traumatic': Family still without a home 18 months after bungalow fire
A FAMILY of three generations, and their 10 dogs, are being forced to live in a cramped caravan more than 18 months after a fire destroyed their home. Mary Sparkes, her husband Christopher, daughter Amy and two granddaughters, aged 13 and 3, have
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Antiques expert introduces one of the country's go-to interior designers
Kate Guinness is one of the nicest interior designers you’ll ever meet. In her company, laughter is never far away; yet her focus and creativity are as professional as they come. If you have previously read my column, you might remember
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Man jailed for exposing workers to deadly asbestos on Winchester site
A MAN has been jailed for exposing two builders to a potentially lethal asbestos to cut costs on a Winchester construction site. Stephen Davies, director of The Cavendish Winchester Ltd, was sentenced to eight months in prison. Southampton
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New premises license approved for the Rising Sun pub
A WINCHESTER pub has bucked the trend and will reopen after a long closure. Its operator had its licence application approved by city councillors, despite objections from pub neighbours. As previously reported, The Wellington Pub Company applied
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Communities encouraged to apply for funding to plant disease-resistant elm trees
Hampshire communities are being encouraged to apply for funding to plant disease-resistant elm trees and help revitalise a once-endemic species. This nature recovery effort results from a Tree Council grant secured by the Hampshire County Council
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Students threaten to leave University after advertised modules removed from course
STUDENTS have threatened to leave their course after discovering that the modules advertised for their course have not been offered in years. First-year Politics and International Relations students have published an open letter which claims that
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Community pantry renting out clothing so all children can attend their prom
A WINCHESTER foodbank is helping ensure that all children can attend their prom by renting out clothing. According to data from the Child Poverty Action Group, not all children finishing off their GCSE’s or A-Levels go to their prom due to not