Archive
-
Date
Crematorium near Romsey to hold seasonal services in run-up to Christmas
A CREMATORIUM near Romsey will be opening its doors to the community as it hosts its annual Christmas Carol and Memorial Services. The festive gatherings provide valuable opportunities for families and friends to come together and remember their
-
Date
'Such issues are the result of successive Conservative governments making steep cuts'
WE live in strange times. Our MP, Caroline Nokes, has chosen to take the role of Deputy Speaker in parliament. This means she is no longer able to speak or vote on behalf of her constituents. Few of us want to see the closure of Romsey Post
-
Date
'The ugly, mutilated remains of this tree were left reminding us of our loss'
AT the recent meeting of Oram’s Arbor Residents’ Association the question of the management of the magnificent trees surrounding this much-valued public open space on West Hill was discussed. In particular this focused on what was, in November
-
Date
'Really excited' - England star officially joins Hampshire Women
The talented all-rounder Naomi Dattani has officially joined Hampshire Women for the 2025 season. She made an immediate impact when she signed on loan for Southern Vipers at the end of the 2024 season, quickly claiming her first five-wicket haul
-
Date
It’s panto time … oh yes it is! Worthy Players are hard at work preparing for show
Popular amateur theatre group the Worthy Players are hard at work preparing for their latest pantomime and tickets are selling fast. The group has put on a panto at the Jubilee Hall in Kings Worthy almost every year since they formed more than
-
Date
Town council strongly objects to plans for 'satellite development' of 250 new homes
CIVIC chiefs in Romsey are objecting to a massive scheme that would build almost 250 houses on land designated as countryside near the town. This comes as Hillier Nurseries, along with its partner the Highwood Group, submitted plans to Test Valley
-
Date
Community hero praised after he buys £1,000 of shopping for hungry families
A COMMUNITY hero has been praised after he bought £1,000 of shopping to help hungry families in need in Winchester. The recent £500 donation of shopping - the second one from the same man this year - was given to the food pantry at the Carroll
-
Date
'The new traffic lights have predictably done nothing'
Months after it was installed (at considerable expense), I still struggle to understand the logic behind the new pedestrian crossing controlled by traffic lights where the Romsey Road passes over the railway line. Before it was there, vehicles
-
Date
'Unfortunately, littering is becoming an increasingly serious issue in our country'
WE recently organised a community litter pick, and I want to thank not only those who participated but also the volunteers who regularly pick up litter to keep our streets and lanes clean. Unfortunately, littering is becoming an increasingly
-
Date
Full-fibre internet provider gains 5,000 customers in short period
A full-fibre internet service provider has gained 5,000 customers in a short period, now serving more than 30,000 across the South East of England. Hey! Broadband attributes this growth to its ability to connect customers faster than most major
-
Date
Chicago brings its sexy musical theatre razzle-dazzle to Hampshire
ROXIE Hart and 'all that jazz' burst onto the stage last night for the start of a four-night run at the Mayflower Theatre. Dubbed the “sexiest musical ever” by Metro, this production proves why it’s remained a timeless classic in musical theatre
-
Date
Unlucky defeat for Romsey Town after late match goal
Alresford Town 1 - 0 Romsey Town Last Saturday Romsey were unlucky not to take at least a point when they travelled to third-placed Alresford Town in a Division One match that saw the hosts emerge with a slender 1-0 victory. The Magpies’ goal was
-
Date
Winchester hotel reopens with a new name after £2m refurbishment
A Winchester hotel has hosted a grand event to celebrate its reopening after a £2m refurbishment. The voco Winchester Hotel & Spa, previously known as the Holiday Inn, put on the event on Thursday, November 14, to mark its rebrand. The transformation
-
Date
Excellent away victory sees Braishfield return to form
Comrades 2 Braishfield 5 After four successive defeats, Braishfield returned to form with an excellent 5-2 away victory against Comrades in the first-round group stage of the Southampton Senior League Cup. Comrades made a strong start
-
Date
Hundreds come out to take part in Romsey Lantern Parade
HUNDREDS of people came out to kick off the Christmas season in Romsey this weekend. The festivities began on Saturday, November 16 with the return of the Winter Carnival and Lantern Parade. Hundreds of people took to the streets to enjoy the
-
Date
Long-awaited fast food chain opens to customers on Winchester High Street
A NEW fast food restaurant has opened after much anticipation on Winchester High Street. For the first time, Nando's, which specialises in Portuguese-style peri-peri chicken, will serve customers in the city, with residents' opinions split as to
-
Date
Two dogs seized and suspected hare coursers detained after helicopter chase
TWO dogs have been seized and three men detained on suspicion of hare coursing following a helicopter chase. Two incidents happened yesterday, Tuesday, November 19, in fields in the Laverstoke and Tufton area. A blue Mitsubishi Shogun was spotted
-
Date
Charity wins battle to save 'hugely loved' activities centre after raising £4m
Campaigners are celebrating victory in their 18-month battle to save a 65-acre Guides activities centre faced with closure. A charity launched in a bid to buy the Foxlease facility near Lyndhurst and secure its future has successfully purchased
-
Date
Santa's elves to compete in Olympic-style contest for cancer charity
A charity has announced a festive fundraising event to support young cancer patients. The Youth Cancer Trust, based in Dorset, is staging The Elf Olympics to help spread festive cheer and help teenagers and young adults living with and beyond cancer
-
Date
Consultation on proposal to relocate Hampshire secondary school to new site
A formal consultation will begin next year on a proposal to relocate a Hampshire secondary school. Hampshire County Council will open the consultation on January 10, seeking the public's view on moving The Henry Cort Community College in Fareham
-
Date
Dozens of honour-based abuse offences recorded in Hampshire last year
DOZENS of honour-based abuse offences were recorded in Hampshire last year, new figures show. Honour-based abuse (HBA) is a crime or incident committed to protect or defend the "honour" of a family or community. It can include forced marriage,
-
Date
Record number of Christmas shoeboxes sent off for disadvantaged children
A record number of Christmas shoeboxes have been sent to a depot ready to be delivered to disadvantaged children. On November 2, 704 boxes from Winchester Rotary were sent to Boscombe by Colin Cook and Tony Catesby. These will be added to the
-
Date
Hampshire residents asked for their views on cost of policing
Hampshire's Police and Crime Commissioner is asking people to share their thoughts on the amount they pay for the police. Donna Jones wants residents to complete an online survey and give their feedback. The consultation began on Monday, November
-
Date
Landmark theatre in Romsey reopens with celebration of major refurbishment
A ROMSEY theatre has reopened after an extensive rebuild, receiving its own plaque at a ceremony. The Plaza Theatre on Winchester Road underwent renovations costing more than £800,000, which began in May and suffered minor delays. Representatives
-
Date
Boomtown's premises licence to be reviewed after death of 22-year-old
Boomtown's organisers are facing tough questions over its licence after a man died and 29 people broke bones at last year's event. Police have called for a review of its licence and have branded the festival as “unacceptable” for allowing festival-goers
