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Winchester artist helps raise funds for snowsports charity
An artist has raised funds for a snowsports charity after being stranded in Japan. Lizzie Walker-Arnott, 32, from Winchester, was in the snowy mountains of Japan in February 2020 when the global pandemic struck. She had quit her job and moved
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Six of the best photographs taken by our camera club members in Romsey
THESE are some of the best photographs submitted by the Romsey Advertiser Camera Club members in the last few weeks. From dazzling flowers to stormy skies, our camera club members have been busy snapping. In no particular order: Stormy
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The elephant in the room at Hampshire County Council
ON Monday, Hampshire Count Council’s Cabinet will meet to discuss the Revenue Savings Proposals, which will inform the next County Council budget. Recently, the Leader of the County Council, Nick Adams-King, wrote an article in this newspaper
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Solar farms nearly as bad as wind farms
Although anything is better than wind power which is not wholly reliable and destroys views of our pristine landscape, solar farms have a similar effect upon farm land (Chronicle, October 3). The agreement to proceed with the latest solar farm
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Chilworth Art Group exhibition to be held at Romsey Town Hall
An art group's exhibition is set to be held at Romsey Town Hall. The Chilworth Art Group, known for its Wednesday afternoon meetings at Chilworth Village Hall, is organising the exhibition. Opening on Tuesday, October 29, and running until
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Hazeley Enterprise Park redevelopment enters new phase
The demolition phase of a new enterprise park in Twyford has begun. The Hazeley Enterprise Park, at Northfields Farm, is transforming into a hub for businesses, with the demolition of the former Royal Mail distribution centre and several workshops
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Worthy Road improvement scheme to go ahead later this month
NEW construction work to make improvements for walkers and cyclists using a Winchester road will start later this month. The work on Worthy Road between Dyson Drive and Stoke Road, as well as Dyson Drive junction and Stoke Road junction is expected
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Village garage opening new training centre
A VILLAGE garage near Winchester is opening a new conference and training centre. Long-established Williams Garage on Main Road, Otterbourne, is officially unveiling conference rooms with training equipment this week. The garage said: "We are
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World-renowned music group perform in Test Valleychurch
Stockbridge Music hosted the Tippett Quartet on Friday September 27, and a full audience in St Peter’s Church were treated to a programme of string quartets by Mozart, Schubert and Beethoven, dating from late 18th century to early 19th century.
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Winchester councillors and MP attend climate emergency workshop
More than 30 councillors and an MP attended a climate emergency workshop in Winchester. The event, organised by Winchester Action on the Climate Crisis (WinACC), saw parish, Winchester City and Hampshire County councillors, as well as Danny Chambers
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Romsey MP visits manufacturer of advanced heating technology
A Romsey-based manufacturer developing advanced heating technology recently welcomed a visit from Caroline Nokes MP. NexGen Heating Ltd, known for its far infrared heating technology, hosted the Romsey and Southampton North MP and deputy speaker
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Winchester Ramblers announce packed schedule for the autumn season
Winchester Ramblers have announced a packed schedule of more than 60 walks for the autumn season. The walks, led by locals, vary from three to 12 miles and are open to everyone for up to three taster sessions before deciding on membership.
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Christian comment: God's leadership standards
It’s common to hear about Christian leaders who are no longer in ministry because of poor behaviour ranging from sexual impropriety, to coercive control and spiritual abuse. Whether out in the public media or closer to home in local congregations,
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Battle set for plans to turn former Winchester care home into 32 flats
PLANS to knock down a disused care home in Winchester and replace it with flats will be discussed by city planners. Jamie Pearson, of Archel Homes, has applied to Winchester City Council for permission to demolish Bereweeke Court, a former care
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Convenience store given one-out-of-five food hygiene rating
A CONVENIENCE store in Winchester has been dished out a one-out-of-five food hygiene rating. Stanmore Stores on Wavell Way, which is a Premier Stores shop, got the unenviable accolade after an inspection carried out by Winchester City Council for
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Road between Winchester and the Worthies to close for three weeks for gas work
PART of a Hampshire road will see a three-week closure next month for gas main replacement work. The work is being carried out by SGN, and is scheduled to take place from Wednesday, November 13 to Wednesday, December 4 These works will involve
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Water voles are thriving along Hampshire river after reintroduction
Water voles are making a comeback on the River Meon in the South Downs National Park. The animal, made famous by The Wind in the Willows, had become a rare sight on Britain's riverbanks. A recent ecological report has shown that they are now