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Hampshire fire station raises more than £500 at Easter event
SUTTON Scotney Fire Station recently held its first-ever Easter egg hunt. The event, on Saturday, March 30, was hosted by the firefighters at Sutton Scotney with all donations going to the Firefighters Charity. A fun-filled day was had by everyone
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More than 350 primary pupils celebrate precious habitats at Wild Hampshire
Hampshire Primary School pupils have been turning their new-found knowledge about nature into music and dance performances as part of a pioneering project run by the University of Winchester. In partnership with The Grange Festival Learning, ‘Wild
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The Hampshire town remembering its own version of the olympics
A man from North Baddesley is attempting to reunite those who participated in several events, including Hampshire's very own Olympics. Dennis Bryant, who is now 91, moved to North Baddesley with his wife, buying a bungalow in Ringwood Drive in
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Classic guitarist to perform solo concert at Hampshire venue this April
A classical guitarist will be hosting a solo concert this April in Hampshire. Zoe Barnett will be visiting The Yard in Chilton Candover on Friday, April 12, with the event promising an evening of her absolute favourites under candlelight in The
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'The safety of children must override all cuts'
I was shocked to read that Hampshire County Council is planning to cut 26 school crossing patrols to help balance their books. This is stupidity at its highest level. The safety of children must override all cuts. There is a lot of waste in the
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Meet the autistic Winchester resident finding success as a self-employed proof reader
A HAMPSHIRE resident has found success as a self-employed proofreader after they received a late autism diagnosis. H Noss, who lives near Winchester, was diagnosed as autistic 10 years ago when they were 18. While they knew about autism, this was
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Alternative solution for Crosfield Hall
I have read all the articles and comments in the Advertiser about Edwina Mountbatten House and the Crosfield Hall, and I feel neither project is in the best interests of Romsey. The idea of a three-storey building overlooking the town as you drive
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Hampshire chauffeur company expands to meet boost in bookings
A ROMSEY chauffeur company, which has worked for a host of sporting legends, has expanded to cope with the increased demand for corporate hospitality events and social engagements. Class Executive Cars, based in Romsey Road, has acquired a luxurious
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New High Sheriff of Hampshire sworn in at ceremony at the Great Hall
THE new High Sheriff of Hampshire was sworn in at a ceremony at the Great Hall in Winchester. Jon Whitaker has assumed the honorary role, replacing Amelia Riviere. Mr Whitaker was born and educated in Devon and after leaving college moved
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Salon owner thanks clients for amazing support after winning Hairdresser of the Year
A ROMSEY hair salon owner has thanked her clients for the 'amazing' support after being crowned Hairdresser of the Year. Over the last few weeks, the Hampshire Chronicle and Romsey Advertiser have been running a competition to see which salon
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Meeting next week to decide future of city centre pub
THE future of a city centre pub will be decided next week, behind closed doors. Winchester City Council's licensing sub-committee will consider the police's request for a licence review of The Broadway pub, on the corner of Colebrook Street and
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Bluebird Care arrange for surprise visit from Easter bunny at Osborne School
Easter came early at Osborne School in Winchester, after Bluebird Care arranged for the Easter Bunny to make a surprise visit and hand-deliver chocolate eggs to all their pupils. Osborne School is a maintained special school for children with learning
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Hampshire town church vandalism sparks police appeal
VANDALISM at a Hampshire town church has sparked a police appeal. St John's Church in East Street, Alresford, was struck by vandals overnight on March 27 before the Easter services. A noticeboard and three wooden Easter crosses were knocked
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Young Reporter: A night at the Planetarium with Perins School by Helena Risebury, PSC
SCHOOL pupils put on an exclusive premiere for their new promotional film 'Into the Woods.’ Perins School Theatre held the event at Winchester Science Centre’s Planetarium on Monday, March 25, allowing the audience to enjoy an incredible evening
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Hampshire man fined for stealing from city centre shops
A WINCHESTER thief has been fined for stealing from two city centre shops. Saul Green, of Hyde Gate, Hyde, stole from the Co-op and Superdrug, a court heard. The 33-year-old took toiletry items from Superdrug in the High Street to the value
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Hampshire man gets 10 penalty points for drug driving
A WINCHESTER man has been handed 10 penalty points for drug driving. Slawomir Brodzisz, of Fivefields Road, Winnall, was caught in a Vauxhall Vivaro van on Friday, September 22 last year, a court heard. The 43-year-old pleaded guilty at Basingstoke
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I went to a 'secret pub' and this is what I thought
I RECENTLY took a trip to one of the area's lesser-known watering holes, and this is what I thought. While it may not exactly be a secret, or technically a pub, this family-run establishment is certainly one of the hidden gems in the Hampshire
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Manhole cover leaking on High Street
A MANHOLE cover is leaking water on Winchester High Street. The cover, outside the Rick Stein restaurant, is streaming across the street. This comes after the area had heavy rain over the Easter weekend. Southern Water has been contacted
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Winchester theatre group to perform The Haunting of Hill House
A PSYCHOLOGICAL drama play will be at the Chesil Theatre next week. The Haunting of Hill House, based on the book by Shirly Jackson, will be performed by the company from Saturday, April 6 to Saturday, April 17. Set in the summer of 1960, the
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Winchester business which uses AI to help people buy shoes nominated for UK award
A Winchester-based business has been named a finalist ahead of the South East final of the UK StartUp Awards. The UK StartUp Awards was launched to recognise the booming start-up scene across the UK which has accelerated over the last few years
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Romsey Town Council objects to county council plans to close nearby tip
ROMSEY Town Council has joined the voices objecting to plans to close Casbrook tip. As previously reported, the Hampshire County Council has proposed to close smaller tips across the county to bridge a £132m shortfall. This includes the Casbrook
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Homelessness charity submits plans to create new rooms in existing facility
A WINCHESTER homelessness charity has submitted plans to create three new rooms within its existing facility. Trinity Winchester wants the new residential rooms at Bradbury View in Durngate. This comes after the charity said it also wants