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Care home resident taken to see beloved Brentford FC match
A WINCHESTER care home resident was given his perfect day out when he went to see his favourite football team play in London. Brentford FC fan Tony Day, 90, was taken by staff at Brendoncare St Giles View to see the team play its local London derby
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The best photos from Hampshire village park's 60th anniversary celebrations
A HAMPSHIRE village celebrated the 60th anniversary of its park with a day of fun activities, including a dog show. The celebrations at Hunter Park on April 28 on a bright and sunny day. Activities included tennis tournaments, cricket games
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Fundraising event with top jockey hosted by Naomi House raises thousands
Naomi House & Jacksplace teamed up with Norton Park Hotel and Spa to host their first Race Night where top-winning jockey, Sean Levey, made a guest appearance. The evening raised £6,500 for hospices for children and young adults. Over 150 locals
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Museum honoured as King Charles III unveils only Apache exhibit in Europe
THE chief executive of the Army Flying Museum said she was honoured when it became the first museum in Europe to feature a permanent Apache AH Mk.1, after the exhibit was officially opened by King Charles III. The formidable attack helicopter was
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Portsmouth Comic Con sees more than 7,500 people attend 2024 event
Portsmouth Comic Con 2024 took place over the weekend (May 11 and 12) which saw more than 7,500 people attend. Taking place at the Portsmouth Guildhall, the event held exhibits related to various media franchises including Harry Potter, Star Wars
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Girls complete Swimathon to raise more than £2,000 in father’s memory
A LAST-MINUTE sign up to Swimathon 2024 saw two Chandler's Ford schoolgirls make a splash at their local pool by raising more than £2,000 for Cancer Research UK and Marie Curie. Eva Deacon and Phoebe Marsden, both 11, decided to complete the 5k
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Role play centre in Romsey to hold children sessions for parents
THE owner of a children's role-play centre has revealed a number of activities coming up to aid parents and guardians of children and toddlers in and around Romsey. I Wanna Be Role Play Village in Abbotswood Road is holding several workshops through
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Town councillors split on countryside nursery plan objection
A TOWN council is objecting to plans for a large new nursery, despite one councillor calling for its support. An applicant called Hanslip has submitted a scheme for a 96-place nursery and two houses on the the former Ashfield bakery site in Southampton
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'How much this issue affected how some people voted'
Eileen Berry in her letter (Chronicle, May 9) talks a lot of common sense about the proposed hospital reorganisation. She has always listened to, and spoken up for, ordinary people which is why she was regularly re-elected as a Conservative city
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County council warns of road closures ahead of Wickham Horse Fair
HAMPSHIRE County Council has warned motorists of upcoming road closures ahead of the Wickham Horse Fair. The fair will take place in Wickham Square on Monday, May 20, and will see members of the Gypsy and travelling community travel to the village
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Hampshire man charged with theft after bronze statue of horse and girl was stolen
A ROMSEY man has been charged with theft of a bronze statue of 'huge sentimental' value to the owner. The artwork portraying a girl with a foal was taken from a property at Emery Down near Lyndhurst last month., burglary and criminal damage.
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Photo released of man linked to Winchester assault - have you seen him?
A PHOTO has been released in connection with an assault at Winchester Station. At around 12.30pm on Sunday, April 7, the victim intervened when he saw a man being abusive towards a woman. The man then punched the victim in the head.
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Winchester death notices and funeral announcements from the Hampshire Chronicle
The Hampshire Chronicle published 12 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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Newsreader Alastair Stewart to start Common charity walk after dementia diagnosis
TV newsreader Alastair Stewart is to launch a charity walk on Southampton Common, close to his Hampshire home, following his dementia diagnosis. The long-serving newsreader is encouraging people to take part in the flagship fundraising series
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University of Winchester's teaching courses rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted
The University of Winchester has been rated as 'outstanding' across the board in its primary and secondary teacher training. From March 18-21, Ofsted inspectors attended the university and gave the top rating for its quality of education and training
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Champions Burridge in nail-biting win
Champions Burridge got their ECB Southern Premier League title defence up and running with a nail-biting one-run win over Alton at the Jubilee Ground. All three results were possible when teenager Francis Moore began the 50th and final over with
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Fair Oak lose to relegated Hambledon
Fair Oak began their Southern Premier Division 2 campaign with a fine bowling display, but couldn’t replicate the feat with the bat and eventually lost by 28 runs to relegated Hambledon. Strike pair Ben Smith (2 for 32) and James Gradwell (2 for
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Expert reveals how to keep spiders out of your home
With the weather warming up, many of us have been noticing more and more spiders in our homes. While spider mating season doesn’t begin until September, spiders still aren’t the most welcome house guests regardless of the time of year. Experts
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Martin Lewis' Money Saving Expert alert to anyone earning less than £60,000
Martin Lewis’ Money Saving Expert team has issued a warning to anyone earning under £60,000 who could be missing out on valuable cash boosts. People earning less than £60,000 are being urged to carry out a 10-minute money review as they could be
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Hampshire in inescapable draw with Durham
Felix Organ and James Vince put on 53 to take Hampshire out of a mini-collapse to complete a draw with Durham which had been inescapable since Friday. Matthew Potts – two for 19 – reminded England of his skill by removing Hampshire’s openers and
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The DIY solution you need to know about that cleans fingerprints off your phone
We spend so much time attached to our phones, tablets and laptops that it's no wonder that we leave our grubby fingerprints all over them - but how do you remove the smudges? If you're wondering how to keep your tech sleek and free from oily smears
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St Cross the team to beat in the Southern Premier League
The season may only be in its infancy but it's quickly become apparent that St Cross Symondians are probably going to be the team to beat in ECB Southern Premier League cricket this summer. They look a pretty formidable outfit with plenty of squad
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Fury after 'shambolic' Beatles gig at Winchester Cathedral
FURIOUS concertgoers are demanding refunds after a 'shambolic' performance in Winchester Cathedral. On Saturday, a cast of West End singers and a live band performed in what was promised to be a jam-packed evening consisting of more than 40 Beatles
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DNA study into rare creature returned to the New Forest after decades absence
DNA samples from elusive pine martens are being collected as part of a study in the New Forest. The rare mammals are now known to be present across the area after an absence of decades. Researchers are collecting genetic material in order
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In pictures: King Charles and Prince William visit Test Valley
CHILDREN and their families were given the opportunity to meet King Charles during a special visit to Test Valley. The King and the Prince of Wales visited the Army Aviation Centre, in Middle Wallop, on Monday, May 13, to officially hand over
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Kings Charles and Prince William visit Test Valley in rare joint official engagement
The King officially handed over the role of Colonel-in-Chief of the Army Air Corps to the Prince of Wales during a visit to an airfield just seven miles away from Andover. Charles – who became the inaugural holder of the title 32 years ago – met
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More that 200 parents attend Nearly New Sale raising nearly £6k
MORE than 200 new and expectant parents attended a Nearly New Sale in Winchester at the end of April. Held at the Badger Farm Community Centre on Sunday, April 21, the sale of baby and toddler clothes, toys and equipment was organised by NCT Winchester
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Making the most of incidental overnight expenses
When employees travel for work, they often incur small incidental personal expenses like newspapers, laundry, or phone calls in addition to the main travel and accommodation costs covered by their employer. Most limited companies have policies
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Hampshire man fined for breaking a community order
A WINCHESTER man has been hit with a fine for breaking a community order. Giovanni Scaroni, 30, of Rowlings Road, Harestock, did not attend required meetings with the probation service between December 12 and 21, a court heard. The community
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Man died at Sutton Scotney services hotel from natural causes, inquest hears
A MAN who died in a hotel room at Sutton Scotney services died from natural causes, an inquest heard. Michael Button, 36, of Picket Twenty Way, Andover, was staying at the Days Inn, a hotel at Sutton Scotney Services, on the A34, in March last
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Hampshire man banned for more than a year for drink driving
A ROMSEY man has been banned from the road for more than one year for drink driving. Thomas Perkins, of Minchin Road, was caught on Friday, March 29 in Ganger Farm Road, a court heard. Perkins, 30, had 64 micrograms of alcohol in 100 millilitres
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Hampshire residents fear impact of Southampton Airport expansion
A GROUP of 20 people has raised fears over the environmental impact of Southampton Airport's expansion. A letter sent to the Romsey Advertiser responded to a recent advert in which the airport said it could announce more destinations on the back