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Police take action over anti-social behaviour at Winchester ex-offenders' hostel
POLICE are cracking down on chronic anti-social behaviour around an ex-offenders hostel in Winchester, following a front page story in the Hampshire Chronicle. A dispersal order has been issued after weeks of worsening behaviour around West View
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More than 250 modern slavery victims reported in Hampshire last year
A report revealed that 253 potential victims of slavery were reported in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, of which one in four were children. Modern slavery, which includes human trafficking, is the illegal exploitation of people for personal or
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Winchester's newest MP urges donation of clothes to support homeless
Newly elected Winchester MP, Danny Chambers, is encouraging locals to support homeless efforts by donating unused clothing to Emmaus Hampshire. The Liberal Democrat MP said: "I've seen first-hand the transformative impact Emmaus has on individuals
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More than £400 raised for charity by Romsey Bowling Club
ROMSEY Bowling Club has raised more than £400 for charity at its annual President's Day. Taking place on Sunday, July 14, The day was attended by 54 members, with proceeds going to the President's Charity, Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance
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Hampshire hounds heading to Crufts after win at Stafford Hound Show
TWO Hampshire hounds are on their way to compete at the world’s leading dog show next year following their success at the Hound Association Championship Show in Stafford. The Hampshire Hunt, a trail hunting pack based in Ropley, near Alresford,
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'Streetscape now resembles a shanty town'
I believe that many in the Tadburn area would be totally in support of the residents of Whitenap in opposing Openreach's plans to install poles and cables on their estate. They have only to look down Hillside Avenue, to see how that streetscape
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Hampshire MP puts pressure on new government over undeveloped eyesore
ROMSEY'S MP is putting pressure on the government to act over the derelict former brewery site on the outskirts of the town centre. The undeveloped eyesore has been empty since 1988 and Stanborough Developments Ltd had an application approved for
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Major bookshop chain looking forward to opening new shop in Hampshire town
A MAJOR bookshop chain is looking forward to opening its new shop in a Hampshire town. Waterstones is preparing to move into the former M&Co unit in The Hundred, Romsey. The fashion retailer shut in April last year amid nationwide closures
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Hampshire schools in crisis as record number of pupils suspended
THE number of suspensions in Hampshire schools reached a record high in the last academic year, new figures show. It comes as Impetus, a charity advocating for disadvantaged young people, said the Government's ambition to break down barriers to
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Meet the hard working chef serving up delicious pizzas in the heart of Winchester
A chef who has worked 'every role possible' is now serving up pizzas in the heart of Winchester city centre. Andras Kurucz, from Hungary, moved to Winchester a few years ago after living in Birmingham. The head chef at The Stable in The Square
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Planning chiefs defer Havant Thicket Reservoir Wetlands plans
IN an unusual move planning chiefs at Havant Borough Council deferred a planning decision relating to the Thicket Reservoir Wetland embankment. The planning committee was set to hear verbal arguments for and against plans for the Thicket Wetlands
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One application refused by Winchester planners this week
ONE planning application has been refused by Winchester City Council officers using their delegated powers this week. Bailey Mulderig was refused permission to add an engraved curved formed aluminium box sign with 3D Logo and internally illuminated
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Hampshire to face heatwave as health alert issued
A heat health alert has been issued for Hampshire as temperatures are set to reach 28 degrees Celsius next week. This morning (26 July) the UK Health Security Agency put the warning in place for the south coast. It comes into effect on Monday
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End of school parties, history events and a car boot sale
AN END of school party for families at The Plough Inn, Sparsholt was due to be held this week. The celebration of the last day of term on Tuesday, July 23, was set to include horse riding, live music, garden games and plenty of ice cream. THE Worthys
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Who wants to build on your street?: Winchester City Council planning applications
BELOW are the latest planning applications submitted to Winchester City Council: Bishop’s Sutton 24/01480/HOU, Applicant name withheld, Single storey side/rear extension, North West Lodge, Bishops Sutton Road. Boarhunt 24/01440/HOU,
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Meetings, cafes and more in Micheldever, South Wonston and Sutton Scotney
BARTON Stacey WI is holding its next meeting on Thursday, July 25 in the Barton Stacey Village Hall. Starting at 7.30pm, the WI will be welcoming Sarah Blocksidge to discuss her book ‘Emotional Mastery: 10 Minute Mindfulness Formula’. All visitors
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WATCH: Hundreds of bikers parade in memory of local man who died in accident
HUNDREDS of bikers have put on a parade in memory of a young Hampshire man who died in an accident. The cavalcade was for Kieran Short, 20, who died riding his motorbike in an accident involving two cars on the A334 Botley Road at Shedfield, near
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New salon already seeing success in Winchester city centre
THE manager of a new beauty salon has said that she is “really excited” to open the business in the heart of Winchester. Mooeys Beauty Salon has launched in the Brooks Shopping Centre, opening its doors to customers on Friday, July 26. As previously
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Dozen sheep get into a baaaad situation in muddy bog near Romsey
A dozen muddy sheep have been rescued after they became stranded in a bog near Southampton. Rescuers from Redbridge Fire Station were called just before midday on July 25 after 12 sheep became stuck in a muddy bog. Crews arrived at the scene
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Winchester MP calls for urgent pay review for low-paid NHS workers
WINCHESTER'S MP is calling for an urgent pay review for low-paid NHS workers. Dr Danny Chambers has highlighted the issue in a letter to the health secretary Wes Streeting. The MP has highlighted that lowest paid staff members, some of who
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Winchester charity cycle campaign raises £8,000 for dementia support
St John's Winchester's Ride to Remember campaign has raised more than £8,000 for its Dementia Support service. The campaign encouraged Winchester residents to cycle 100 miles or kilometres throughout May. In a year and a half, the Dementia
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Flowerdown Care Home managing director cooks for charity
The managing director at Flowerdown Care Home in Winchester has participated in the Barchester Charitable Foundation Cook-Off. The challenge saw Natasha Lazovic compete against managing directors from Barchester’s four other divisions, raising
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The history of Duke's Mill
MILLS were essential to medieval estates to grind the grain for making bread. Domesday Book records the Abbey of Romsey owning three mills worth 25s and another mill worth 10s. Mills meant sets of mill stones, therefore the three mills might
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Five things to do in Winchester this summer according to TripAdvisor
With the summer months underway, many Winchester residents will be searching for outdoor activities in the beaming sunshine. For many people, that will involve scouring through TripAdvisor or speaking to friends and family for their takes on Winchester
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Hampshire pub draws in the crowds for fifth anniversary celebration
HUNDREDS of people descended on a Hampshire pub to celebrate its fifth anniversary in style. The Four Horseshoes, near Nursling, marked the occasion with a day of live music, fun festivities, pop up drinks trucks and burgers from the grill.
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New management team for Romsey Town U23s
ROMSEY Town FC has a new under 23’s management team. The team, photographed from let to right is Clive Rubenstein (U23 coach/U18 manager), John Hilferty (head of youth development), Simon Clarke first team and U23 coach), Simon Rogers (U23/U18
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Population to shrink sooner, by George Hayter
I’M FINDING it increasingly difficult to watch the news on TV. Ever more depressing stories about politics, economics and the environment make bulletins torture. Radio and newspapers force-feed the same misery. Let me give you a moment of relief
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Crisis meeting over West View House over residents' chronic anti-social behaviour
“WE want our voices heard. I’m glad the Chronicle is here.” So said a member of the public at a meeting to discuss West View House and the escalating anti-social behaviour by some of its residents. As our front page story outlines, neighbours of
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Hampshire city ranked second-best place in UK for family holidays
A NATIONAL survey has found that a Hampshire city is the second-best in the country for family holidays. Winchester was pipped to the post by Canterbury in the countrywide study, conducted by travel website Go Outdoors. However, the Hampshire