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Two boys, 14, arrested on suspicion of burgling infant school
Two 14-year-olds have been arrested on suspicion of burglary after Hatch Warren Infant School was targeted in September.
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LIVE: Trespasser on Basingstoke railway causes disruption to services
Train services at Basingstoke are disrupted due to a trespasser on the railway. South Western Railway said trains will be running at a reduced speed.
Man, 20, pleads guilty after 47-mile police chase that saw him reach 120mph
A Salisbury man has pleaded guilty to several offences following a 47-mile police chase on the A30, A303 and M3, ending at Fleet Services
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Travel agent named Best in UK at industry awards thanks to customer reviews
Hays Travel has now taken home the top award in every category it was nominated for three years running.
MP demands answers as more than 1,000 Exertis employees set to lose their jobs
Luke Murphy, MP for Basingstoke, is probing Exertis UK for answers after it was revealed more than 1,000 employees will lose their jobs.
Festive concert retelling the joyful Nativity story through music and poetry
A festive concert will blend words and music in a heartfelt retelling of the Nativity.
Council praised for transformation work with strong leadership
The positive feedback comes from a follow-up Local Government Association (LGA) corporate peer progress review, which commended the council's work on transformation.
15 arrested after suspected illegal immigrants found in lorry in Basingstoke
Fifteen people have been arrested after a lorry transported suspected illegal immigrants in Basingstoke
Woman charged after items worth more than £550 stolen from petrol station
Margaret Prunty, 46, from Aldershot, charged with nine shoplifting offences after £550+ stolen from BP Farnborough. Case at Basingstoke Magistrates.
Man wanted by police after failing to show up to court for driving offences
Police are seeking Colin Smith, 52, wanted in Hampshire after failing to appear for sentencing over driving offences. Call 101 with information.
Man with Hampshire links wanted after failing to appear in court for driving offences
Police are seeking Colin Smith, 52, wanted in Hampshire after failing to appear for sentencing over driving offences. Call 101 with information.
In the Dock: Man fined for stealing power banks from Home Bargains and other cases
Basingstoke and Hook court sentences: men fined and banned for stalking, drink driving, drug driving, and shop theft, as per official court records.
Why are there such long waits to book a driving test in Basingstoke?
Long delays in booking driving tests in Basingstoke have become the new normal, as learners and instructors have been hit by waits of up to 24 weeks. The DVSA has pledged to tackle the issue.
Date revealed for first deployment of live facial recognition technology in Hampshire
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Police deploy live facial recognition vans to identify suspects, reduce crime and support frontline policing in Southampton.
Rotary Club hosts Christmas party with plenty of singing
An 'excellent meal' was served before a contingent of Andover Choral Society led a session of singing.
'It would have been nice when I was little' - Parents praise splash park plans
Parents have welcomed plans to create a new water play attraction in Vigo Park, Andover.
M3 and M27 closures for Hampshire drivers to be aware of this weekend
Hampshire drivers will need to be aware of a couple of closures on the M3 and M27 for the weekend of December 12 to 14.
National Armed Forces Day set to be held in Hampshire town
Aldershot will host National Armed Forces Day 2026, featuring a Royal British Legion convoy of classic military vehicles through Hampshire, honouring UK veterans.
Semi-detached house with 'great potential' up for sale in Andover
Semi-detached house for sale in Andover, £350,000. Three bedrooms, garage, gardens, no chain. Near schools and shops. Great potential, needs upgrading.
Historian delights audience with tales of old Winchester
Historian Andrew Negus entertained locals with tales of old Winchester at a recent talk.