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Letter: 'As things stand I won’t vote in any forthcoming elections'
Who cares? With reference to my recent letter regarding obstructions on paths and steps leading to Badger Farm. I didn’t expect any reply from the current administration but I did think that councillors from other political parties would respond
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Coffee mornings at Romsey Abbey raise funds for vital work
The Friends of Romsey Abbey hold bi-monthly coffee mornings, welcoming both members and non-members. The coffee mornings usually take place in the town hall from 10am to 11.30am. Well-attended by Terry Hamer, the Town Crier, these social events
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Special guest engines to feature at Watercress Line's Spring Steam Gala
Two special guest engines will join the Watercress Line's Spring Steam Gala, returning from April 26-28. The three-day spectacle offers visitors an opportunity to traverse the heritage railway's 10-mile stretch on board both home-fleet and guest
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Young Reporter: Winchester caters for all by Sofia Thompson, PSC
The Winchester food scene is undeniably jam-packed with tastes of cuisines from all corners of the world. But how do these local restaurants cater to those with dietary requirements? In the UK, approximately 2 million people are living with food
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Perins promotes new musical with event at Winchester Science Centre
PERINS School has promoted its newest drama production with a special event at Winchester Science Centre. The event welcomed hundreds of attendees including family members to learn more about Into the Woods, the latest play put on by pupils at
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Online art classes gain popularity under Greenbuttercup's initiative
Greenbuttercup CIC's long-standing arts and crafts group for dementia patients will showcase creations at a mini art exhibition. Running three Fridays a month at Romsey's Plaza Theatre, the activity group, established nearly eight years ago, is
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'Refurbishment would be the environmentally friendly approach'
It is excellent news (Romsey Advertiser, March 8) that Romsey Future is holding a consultation and Citizens' Assembly to discuss what is required from Crosfield Hall, and that keeping Crosfield Hall is being considered as one of the options. The
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Alresford Museum to welcome royal family toys back for Easter
This Easter, Alresford Museum will be celebrating the arrival of two new members of the Royal family. Obviously, the paparazzi will be out in force to see them for the first time on Easter Monday at the museum, in the town’s Old Fire Station in
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'I have experiences that undermine the sense of placing a new hospital a Junction 7'
I would like to give my whole-hearted support to your correspondent Sally Penton’s well-argued case for not moving the proposed new hospital to Dummer, and to Danny Chambers for spotting an opportunity that did not exist when sites were being considered
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Winchester city pub still waiting for major £240k refurbishment
A WINCHESTER city pub is still waiting for a new operator to take it on so major refurbishment works can start. Star Pubs and Bars has been promoting First In Last Out, in Wales Street, since May last year. The Heineken business announced
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Construction of 363 'first wave' house approved at Hampshire new town
THE construction of the first wave of hundreds of homes in a Hampshire new town has been approved by the Fareham Borough Council. The 363 homes, will form part of the Chesterfield and Dashwood neighbourhoods at Welborne Garden Village, near Wickham
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'We felt as if we have been attacked': Rector left shocked after church 'vandalism'
THE rector of an Alresford church which was targeted by vandals said she has been left shocked by the incident. As previously reported, a noticeboard and three wooden Easter crosses have both been knocked down in the grounds of St John's Church
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Young Reporter: Culture Day is a success by Caitlin Dela Cruz, PSC
Peter Symonds College held another vibrant annual Culture Day to encourage students to be proud of celebrating their cultural diversity. The festivities were organised by a collection of individuals from the college, including members of South
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Sales, talks and Easter events in Micheldever, South Wonston and Sutton Scotney
THE Gratton Trust is holding a car boot sale on Saturday, April 20. The event will take place at The Gratton, Sutton Scotney. Under 16s will be able to get in for free, while the adult entrance fee is 50p. Refreshments will be available throughout
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Town-centre church 'vandalised' as noticeboard and Easter crosses knocked down
AN Alresford Church has been the victim of vandalism. A noticeboard and three wooden Easter crosses have both been knocked down in the grounds of St John's Church in East Street. It is believed the vandalism occurred early on Thursday, March
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The best fish and chip shops to visit in Winchester according to you
READERS of the Hampshire Chronicle have told us their favourite places to buy fish and chips. A post on the Hampshire Chronicle's Facebook page attracted scores of comments from people keen to share their favourite spots in the city. SHOAL
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Environment Agency issues flood warning for River Blackwater near Romsey
ENVIRONMENT chiefs have issued a flood warning for a Hampshire river. The warning covers the Landford, Wellow Mill, and Wade Bridge, on the River Blackwater near Romsey. It comes following a flood alert yesterday, Thursday, March 28. The
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Hospitals minister says land for new hospital will be bought this year
A HEALTH minister has revealed the site for the new Basingstoke hospital in Dummer will be bought this year if the public consultation results show that M3 Junction 7 is the preferred option. Lord Nick Markham, Parliamentary Under Secretary of
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Once-in-a-lifetime bright 'new star' to be visible in UK skies - see when
A 'new star' created by what astronomers are calling a "once-in-a-lifetime" explosion 3,000 lightyears away is set to be visible to the naked eye in UK skies. This once-in-a-lifetime explosion is set to take place in the T Coronae Borealis system
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AA debunks some of the most common driving myths believed by UK motorists
There are dozens of driving myths believed by motorists across the country, making it difficult to know what rules are legitimate. This is why the motoring experts over at the Automobile Association (AA) have picked some of the most commonly believed
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I taste-tested supermarket hot cross buns and it was tough to pick a winner
Easter is a great time for a wide variety of sweet treats to make their way onto supermarket shelves, with one of the classics being hot cross buns. Whilst many may prefer Easter eggs and other various chocolate concoctions that are released for
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Romsey suffer narrow defeat to Verwood Town
Verwood Town 2-1 Romsey Town The weather gods brought sun, hail, driving rain and a blustery wind to Verwood Town last Saturday, where Romsey suffered defeat by the odd goal in three despite taking the lead. Town boss Andy Samuels made two
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Flower club raises money for Winchester Hospice
Spring truly sprang at Winchester Flower Club's wreath making session in aid of Winchester Hospice, held at the Brethren's Hall, Hospital of St Cross. There were 30 participants, enjoying the unique experience of not only learning how to make beautiful
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The eyes have it. No specs for the first time in 20 years
Forty-five years is the age at which if you haven’t had to wear glasses usually you will find yourself reaching for cheap reading specs in your local supermarket. I managed to stave off the inevitable until I was fifty-two. Then the rot set in. It
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This is our winner of the Hairdresser of the Year 2024 competition
The winner of the Hairdresser of the Year 2024 has been revealed. Over the last few weeks, the Hampshire Chronicle and Romsey Advertiser have been running a competition to see which salon or barber is the best of the best. Readers across
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Hundreds sign campaign to get safe crossing for school children on Cupernham Lane
HUNDREDS have signed a petition calling for a new crossing to be installed on a busy Romsey road. As previously reported, Lynda Emery, of North Close, decided to campaign for the crossing when she was taking her grandchildren to school and saw