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reporter for the basingstoke gazette and andover advertiser
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His gaudy top says “GIANT”, but it looks like he’s actually normal sized.

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May 16, 2025 at 9:46 AM
Bus pass cuts went into effect across Hampshire on April 1.
What do the cuts mean?
- Older and disabled residents can't travel for free before 9.30am and after 11pm on weekdays
- The companion pass has been scrapped; no free travel for carers

Many have criticised the cuts, calling them 'unfair'
April 7, 2025 at 9:34 AM
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PUB CRITICISED FOR INSTALLING CCTV IN TOILETS
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February 20, 2025 at 10:46 AM
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We were honoured to be recognised by the Mayor of Basingstoke earlier this week
Cllr Dan Putty said: "I wanted to thank you for the dedication and passion that all of you have.
"I can't believe that the Basingstoke Gazette has been going since 1878, congratulations to you all."
February 14, 2025 at 11:19 AM
The Post Office in Basingstoke town centre has been saved after months of speculation that the branch could close.
A 'new retailer' has been appointed, with more information to come in the near future.
The news comes after WHSmith announced it would shut down its town centre branch in February.
January 23, 2025 at 11:19 AM
BREAKING: Basingstoke's new hospital won't be built for another decade, at least @rthonwesstreeting.bsky.social has confirmed.
He addressed the House of Commons today, confirming that the facility won't be built until 2035.
More here: www.basingstokegazette.co.uk/news/2487072...
Basingstoke's new hospital won't be built until AT LEAST 2035
Making a speech in the House of Commons today, January 20, the Labour Secretary of State said that all hospital programmes will be 'delivered' but…
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January 20, 2025 at 5:28 PM
@basingstokegazette.bsky.social is calling for @rthonwesstreeting.bsky.social to commit to building a new hospital in Basingstoke, as the current one is unfit for purpose.
To do this, we've started a petition.
If you're a resident in the area and you want the new hospital built, sign here:
Sign the Petition
Demand Health Secretary fulfils promise of a new hospital in Basingstoke
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January 9, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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December 17, 2024 at 2:21 PM
A family scrambled together to save a wedding in Basingstoke that was almost ruined by strong winds caused by #StormDarragh
Luckily, with the help of family, friends and vendors, a venue was pulled together and decorated in a matter of hours, and Sophie and Hector still managed to tie the knot!
December 13, 2024 at 10:59 AM
Hannah Hughes is appealing for the return of the topper, stolen outside a delivery office in #Andover
Read more: www.andoveradvertiser.co.uk/news/2476178...
Mother 'absolutely devastated' after intricate postbox topper stolen
Resident Hannah Hughes dedicates her free time to crafting postbox toppers to celebrate holidays and events, including Valentine's Day, Halloween,…
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December 2, 2024 at 1:27 PM
Thank you to Laura for trusting me to tell her story. It's difficult to speak out, but it can mean so much to so many when we do ❤️
'I can’t remember anything from the night'
These are the chilling words from Laura (middle) who was spiked at Basingstoke's newest club.
She has come forward to encourage more people to speak out about the crime.
November 28, 2024 at 9:51 AM
A studio in a quiet village will be used for Airbnb rentals after the borough council approved an application despite objections from residents.
#basingstoke #airbnb #hampshire
Full story here: www.basingstokegazette.co.uk/news/2474975...
Studio in quiet village to be used as Airbnb despite objections from residents
The studio, which is located under a garage in Southlea, can now be rented out by users of the holiday rental company, Air BnB.
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November 26, 2024 at 5:25 PM
Basingstoke author and historian Bob Clarke writes about the *sometimes* treacherous train journeys from London to Southampton in the 19th century for last week's flashback column.
Read here: www.basingstokegazette.co.uk/news/2473392...
Flashback: Man killed after broken down wagon struck by incoming train
At this time the second train was nearly a mile away. One of the guards walked down the track and signalled to the driver of the second train to…
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November 25, 2024 at 11:06 AM
basingstoke homebase has been put up for sale! now we wait...
full story here: www.basingstokegazette.co.uk/news/2474500...
Homebase in Basingstoke put up for sale after concerns about store's future
The chain collapsed into administration earlier this month, with Teneo appointed to manage the struggling Homebase chain after it suffered…
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November 22, 2024 at 4:40 PM
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'Former Wilko to be 'transformed' - Tomorrow's front page from the Andover Advertiser
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November 21, 2024 at 5:19 PM
Cllr Stacy Hart has started Basingstoke Equality, along with other members of WEP Basingstoke, to 'put equality at the heart of local politics'
Full story here:
www.basingstokegazette.co.uk/news/2474039...
Councillor starts new organisation after closure of Women's Equality Party
Stacy Hart, along with other members of the Basingstoke branch of the Women's Equality Party chose to start 'Basingstoke Equality' after the Sandi…
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November 21, 2024 at 5:21 PM
hello there! i'm lola crossman, a reporter at the @andoveradvertiser.bsky.social and @basingstokegazette.bsky.social.
any stories relating to andover or basingstoke, drop me a line at lola.crossman@newsquest.co.uk
November 21, 2024 at 4:52 PM