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Hare coursing season already underway in North Hampshire, police say
"SUSPICIOUS vehicles" and threats have accompanied the early opening of the hare coursing season. Police have already been receiving reports of the crime, particularly in North Hampshire. The hare coursing season in the UK usually begins in
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'I am incredibly proud of all we have achieved'
As the dust settles on this historic general election which has returned the largest number of Liberal Democrat MPs in one hundred years, I'd like to say 'thank you' to everyone who has been a part of the campaign in Romsey and Southampton North, and
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A Cappella bonanza coming to Winchester church this autumn
A HAMPSHIRE choir is putting on an autumn concert. Winchester A Cappella are inviting locals to join them for an evening of unaccompanied harmonies from films, musicals and pop music at their October concert Autumn A Cappella. At 7pm on Saturday
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Winchester Sport and Leisure Park rated one of the best in England
A HAMPSHIRE leisure centre is one of the best in the country, according to industry chiefs. Winchester Sport and Leisure Park is one of the top leisure facilities after achieving the elite "outstanding" rating from Quest, the leading national quality
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Star-studded line up at Winchester Foodies Festival to include Blue and Sister Sledge
THE UK's biggest touring food festival is bringing some star power to Winchester. Double-Brit-winning boyband, Blue, will be performing hits from their three number one albums at the Foodies Festival in Winchester. Disco queens Sister Sledge
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Surprise over criticism of GP surgery by CQC
I would like to add my voice to your four published correspondents last week in praise of Friarsgate and in particular raise concerns about the CQC's own practice. Whist it records Friarsgate 'responsiveness' as 'Outstanding' it took them over
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'We would like to thank our audience for their support'
The retiring collection made at the recent ‘D-DAY 80’ concert performed in the United Reformed Church, Romsey by Michelmersh Silver Band, raised £377.56 for the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal. We would like to thank our audience for their continued
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Former choristers return to cathedral to thank outgoing director of music
THERE was standing room only in the Quire of Winchester Cathedral as more than 100 former choristers returned to sing with the current choir for the very last time under the leadership of director of music Andrew Lumsden. The Winchester Cathedral
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Man pleads guilty to burgling several homes in southern Hampshire
A MAN has pleaded guilty after burgling several homes in Wickham and Gosport. On January 28 last year, a woman in her 80s received a knock at her door in Buddens Road, Wickham, where she was faced with 21-year-old Larky Hughes who told her he was
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Former motocross track set to turn into waste facility
A FORMER motocross track near Winchester is set to be converted into an excavation waste facility with a capacity of 75,000 tonnes a year. Hampshire County Council officers have recommended councillors approve the change of use from a motocross
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Winchester Cathedral choristers take on clergy at annual cricket match
THE annual cricket match between Winchester boy choristers and clergy has taken place. The contest was held on Wednesday, July 10, on the Pilgrims’ School playing field. Traditionally the boys are allowed to win, although the clergy have been
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School art show, singing sessions and more in the Bishop's Waltham area
THE Friends of Bishop's Waltham Junior School is hosting an art show. It will be held on July 12 and 13 from 10am to 4pm at Kings Church in High Street. Admission is free. All funds raised from refreshments will go to Bishop's Waltham Junior
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Bingo night, digital drop-in and more in the Twyford and Colden Common area
A BINGO night is raising money for a community aid trip to Malawi, in 2025. The event will be held at Reeve Hall Scout Hut in Martins Fields, Compton, on Saturday, September 7 from 7pm to 10pm. Tickets cost £5 per person, to fund Louis Hopkins
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'Check your change': Your £2 coin could be worth £500 - what to look for
Brits are being urged to check their change and look for a rare £2 coin that could be worth a small fortune. The rare coin, which has been sold for more than £500, is still believed to be in circulation and features an error that makes it extremely
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Two men arrested on suspicion of city centre burglary
TWO Winchester men have been arrested on suspicion of burglary. The burglary took place today (Thursday, July 11) at approximately 12.30am in Great Minster Street. The victim said that he was in his home when two unknown men entered the property
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Bowling club raises funds for air ambulance with Mayor's Picnic stall
ROMSEY Bowling Club has raised money for its chosen charity with a stall at the Mayor's Picnic. The stall sold a range of items, including cakes, books, puzzles, DVDs and CDs. There was also a guess the weight of the bowl competition, with
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Hampshire County Council leader urges new MPs to 'work together'
HAMPSHIRE County Council's leader has urged all the county's MPs to “work together”, regardless of the party they represent, for the benefit of the 1.4m residents. Labour’s landslide victory in the General Election has changed the country’s and
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Bishop of Winchester blesses newly installed Pilgrims' Shell
MENTION pilgrimage and many will think of the walks connecting famous places like the cathedral cities of York, Canterbury and Winchester. Cross the Channel and there are routes where journeys end is Santiago de Compostela - the alleged burial
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"So drunk, he must have been to Romsey!" - The meaning behind the Hampshire idiom
In an age-old adage from Hampshire, individuals who displayed signs of excessive intoxication from prolonged visits to the pub were humorously remarked as being “So drunk, he must have been to Romsey’’ It wasn't a slur on the quaint market town
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Primary school head 'absolutely delighted' as it retains Good Ofsted rating
A SOUTH Wonston school has retained its “Good” rating after an Ofsted inspection. South Wonston Primary School, in Downs Road, received the grade after it was assessed on June 11 and June 12. The Ofsted report says that “pupils are safe and
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New hopes and fears for new town at Micheldever Station
A DEVELOPER battling to build a new town near Winchester has been buoyed by the housing ambitions of the new Labour Government. The O'Flynn Groups proposes a 6,000 home town around Micheldever Station, a campaign started by the previous landowner
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Industry experts share insight at regional development conference
INDUSTRY leaders discussed crucial topics such as housing, regeneration, and planning at the Regenerate Central South annual conference. Hosted at the West Downs Centre at the University of Winchester Business School on July 3, the conference drew
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East Tytherley bell ringers receive funding boost
Bell ringers at an East Tytherley church have received £1,000 from a community fund to repair its lighting. The grant, from the Test Valley Council Councillor Community Grants fund, will be used to refurbish the lighting in the ringing room and
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Artists at Work exhibition at Hampshire gardens ends week-long show
THE exhibition held by staff at Sir Harold Hillier Gardens called Artists at Work ended its week long show on Sunday, July 7. Visitors were invited to vote for their favourite picture, whether a photograph or a painting. When the votes were
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Care home residents celebrate 75th wedding anniversary
A couple at a Compton care home have recently celebrated almost eight decades of marriage. Lena and Bruce, both 99, who live at Shawford Springs Care Home, recently celebrated their phenomenal 75-year marriage. Having wed in 1949, they advise
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Silence on the city streets - Quakers and their fight for peace
Quakers argue that genuine human security only comes from investing in all the things that make us feel secure. These include healthcare, a fair economy, the environment, peacebuilding and diplomacy. This is particularly relevant today, with peace
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Man to pay compensation after stealing wine and food from Marks and Spencer
A WINCHESTER man has been ordered to pay compensation after stealing wine and food from Marks and Spencer. Maxwell Lane-Wheeler, 26, of City Road, stole two bottles of wine and a meal packet, worth a total of £32, from the shop on Wednesday, May
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Winchester Food Festival coming to city this Sunday
Get your teeth into something local this weekend as Winchester Food Festival is coming to the city this Sunday. The event is free to attend and is a showcase of our local food and drink producers and culinary talent. It’s a great day out for all