Deep Purple frontman Ian Gillan to share 60-plus years of stories in Basingstoke
The stories will provide a unique perspective on his career and the extraordinary musicians he has worked with.
View ArticleDog owners face £100 fines as council extends poo crackdown until 2029
Basingstoke and Deane Council extends its dog fouling PSPO to December 2029, following an October 6 decision, with £100 fines for owners.
View ArticleCare home told to improve after CQC finds record-keeping concerns
A Basingstoke care home has been rated requires improvement after inspectors found issues with records, governance and communication support.
View ArticleThe unexpected skill I picked up during a visit to luxury Hampshire hotel
I LOVE jam – on toast, mixed into yoghurt, spread thickly on top of a scone. But I’ve never thought to try making it myself. I assumed the process would be laborious – something for those with time on...
View ArticleHave your say on the future of Basingstoke as Local Plan consultation...
Residents can shape Basingstoke and Deane’s new Local Plan as consultation opens October 9, covering housing, jobs, infrastructure.
View ArticleComedian bringing new show promising chaotic brilliance to theatre
Her show promises to be a mix of surreal and extraordinary takes on everyday thoughts.
View ArticleManufacturers offered electricity bill cuts of up to 25% under new scheme
The scheme forms part of the government’s Modern Industrial Strategy and is expected to benefit more than 10,000 businesses from April 2027.
View ArticleCounty council reveals role in planning for potential small boat landings
Hampshire County Council has revealed it was prepared to support unaccompanied asylum-seeking children and help keep roads open if small boats had landed on Hampshire’s coast.
View ArticleNHS to roll out autonomous AI skin cancer tool across all 18 South East trusts
The technology will be used to triage skin cancer referrals in what has been described as the largest rollout of autonomous medical AI in NHS history.
View ArticleWaiting times fall by five weeks as orthopaedic hub treats over 1,200 patients
The centre has increased capacity for elective care and helped reduce waiting times for hip and knee replacements by an average of five weeks.
View ArticleNew three-floor bar with country-themed area to open in Top of Town
Dee’s Bar is set to open on Winchester Street in the Top of Town, with three floors featuring a country-themed bar and a dedicated pool area. Opening date unknown.
View ArticleLido records more than 80,000 visits during successful summer season
The lido hosted a variety of special events including a Community Fun Day, National Yoga Day, Sunset Yoga sessions and a Splash and Bounce event.
View ArticleAward-winning Brainiac Live! bringing explosive science experiments to the stage
The high-energy science show is based on the original Sky One TV series and has entertained audiences worldwide since its debut in 2008.
View ArticleThe six worst roundabouts in Basingstoke that make us turn around
Where are your least favourite roundabouts in Basingstoke?
View ArticleBasingstoke planning applications include pool, solar panels and home extensions
Below are the latest planning applications submitted to Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council.
View ArticleDinosaur rock show bringing songs, laughs and plenty of poo to Basingstoke
The show follows Danny and Dino on a quest to see their favourite rock band’s final concert.
View ArticleI visited my first pumpkin patch to reignite my Halloween spirit - was it...
Visiting a pumpkin patch is something I have always wanted to do, but for some reason never got round to doing. So I changed that this year.
View ArticleDisabled bus pass holders to regain all-day weekday free travel
Disabled bus pass holders in Hampshire will once again be able to travel free on local buses at any time on weekdays from April 2027 after the government changed the national concessionary travel scheme.
View ArticleThe DVLA system that can help drivers overturn rogue driving fines
Official DVLA and police protocol launched for drivers hit by wrongful fines and cloned number plates. Here is how to cancel penalty charge notices.
View ArticleUK homeowners warned doorstep pumpkins could trigger £5,000 fines
Property owners in England and Wales are being urged to inspect doorsteps and pathways before welcoming trick-or-treaters
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