Drink-driving man smashed car into a lamppost - and then called his mum for help

A FITNESS instructor left a "trail of destruction" after he smashed his car into telegraph poles and lampposts in a late night drink-driving crash.
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Students gather for celebration of women in maths

MORE than 100 pupils from schools across the county attended Hampshire Collegiate School's inaugural conference to celebrate women in maths.
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Romsey Abbey defends £6,000 painting that is 'putting off worshippers'

ROMSEY Abbey has defended its decision to spend thousands of pounds on an 'ugly' painting after receiving letters of objection from worshippers.
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Test Valley community service has name and brand change

A VITAL community service that runs across the Test Valley has announced a change in its name.
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PHOTOS: Celebrations as Romsey Vegan Festival is enjoyed by hundreds

HUNDREDS of people queued out the door of Crosfield Hall on Sunday as Romsey welcomed its first ever vegan fair.
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Elderly man killed in Romsey crash

An investigation has been launched into the death of an elderly passenger after a fatal collision near Romsey.
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Man killed in crash on major Hampshire Road

An investigation has been launched into the death of an elderly passenger after a fatal collision near Romsey.
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PHOTOS: Fire crews called to chimney blaze

Firefighters in Romsey were called to a house in East Wellow last night after a chimney was caught on fire.
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Town drama group launches new play as it calls for more local involvement

A COMMUNITY drama group has appealed for Romsey to keep its artistic spirit as it launches its play at The Plaza Theatre.
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PHOTOS: See the art that worshippers of a historic Abbey have labelled 'ugly'

ROMSEY Abbey has defended its decision to keep an ‘ugly’ painting after receiving letters of objection from worshippers.
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Praying for less 'ugly' art: Worshippers blast Hampshire church's £6,000 painting

ROMSEY Abbey has defended the £6,000 it has spent on a painting after worshippers labelled it ‘ugly’ and said it was putting them off their prayers.
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PHOTOS: Veganuary comes to Romsey with first vegan fair

ROMSEY’S first vegan fair has been crowned a tasty success.
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Romsey bellringer says Abbey did all it could to avoid New Year's silence - can you help?

A ROMSEY bellringer has defended the Abbey's actions after the iconic bells fell silent for New Year due to a lack of volunteers.
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Shares in Nursling firm Interserve plunge in wake of Carillion collapse

SHARES in building firm Interserve, which has offices in Nursling, have plunged amid reports that the Government is keeping a close eye on the outsourcing giant's financial health following Carillion's collapse.
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PHOTOS: Veganuary comes to Romsey with first vegan fair

ROMSEY’S first vegan fair has been crowned a tasty success.
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Residents angered after drivers ignore diversion route and use 'unsuitable' roads instead

ANGRY residents have voiced their concerns over smaller roads being used as a diversion instead of the marked route following a three-month closure.
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Town drama group urges community members to get involved as it launches new play

A COMMUNITY drama group has appealed for Romsey to keep its artistic spirit as it launches its play at The Plaza Theatre.
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Princess Royal makes waves upon visit to Timsbury Lake

HER Royal Highness, the Princess Royal has launched a few ships in her time but this week she took the helm.
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'Popular and capable' teenager found dead on Romsey bench after taking drug overdose

A TEENAGER who died after taking ecstasy had been hearing voices which told her it was ‘her time to die’, an inquest heard.
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Starlings continue to amaze Hampshire bird lovers

STARLINGS have continued to amaze flocks of people in Romsey.
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MORE PHOTOS: See the stunning snaps of the Romsey starlings

HUNDREDS of bird watchers and keen photographers descended on Romsey this weekend to witness one of nature's most incredible performances.
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Respected Romsey tutor and author hired investigator to follow woman in two-year stalking campaign

A RESPECTED Romsey tutor and author could be facing prison after admitting a campaign of stalking and harassment against a Hampshire charity shop worker.
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Fishlake Meadows receives cash boost to start the year

A HAMPSHIRE nature reserve has received a boost after a donation from a Romsey cafe.
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Lights tribute raises £1,000 in memory of Romsey man's great granddaughter

A HAMPSHIRE grandfather who covered his house in Christmas lights in memory of his great granddaughter who passed away has raised more than £1,000 for charity.
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Anger from council bosses as water company readies to close another road

CIVIC chiefs have blasted the actions of a water company after a Hampshire road was shut again yesterday (Jan 8) for three more weeks of work.
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Family organises Romsey's first vegan fair

A HAMPSHIRE town is set to welcome a new vegan fair this month.
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Car overturns on Romsey road

A VEHICLE has overturned on a Hampshire road.
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Peter Andre sings praises of slimming group leader

A ROMSEY weight-loss manager has been congratulated for her work in helping people slim down – by singer and TV presenter Peter Andre.
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Councillor 'hopeful' in battle to save bus service from closure

A COUNCILLOR hoping to save a 'vital' bus service says he is 'hopeful' of progress as various civic bosses continue to meet in the quest for funding.
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PHOTOS: Crowds gather for a starling spectacular over Romsey

HUNDREDS of bird watchers and keen photographers descended on Romsey this weekend to witness one of nature's most incredible performances.
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Cabbie describes being stabbed twice with fillet knife in horror journey

A ROMSEY driver has told how he was punched in the face and stabbed in the leg after refusing to hand over his takings.
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Plans to revamp Romsey Market Place ignoring 'serious safety concerns'

A GROUP calling on civic bosses to rethink plans to change the centre of Romsey have criticised county leaders for ignoring their 'serious' safety concerns.
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Plans to revamp Romsey centre 'unachievable without causing safety hazards'

A GROUP calling on civic bosses to rethink plans to change the centre of Romsey have criticised county leaders for ignoring their ‘serious’ safety concerns.
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Pub looking to push on after extension plans

IT IS the pub which is perfect for all seasons.
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Major Hampshire road shut after crash

A MAJOR Hampshire road is closed this morning after a crash.
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VIDEO AND PHOTOS: Shocking footage shows escaped prisoner driving wrong way on M3 to flee police

AN ESCAPED prisoner crashed off the side of the road after trying to drive the wrong way up the M3 in a bid to evade police.
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PHOTOS AND REVIEW: A perfect pub for all seasons

A POPULAR Romsey pub says it is looking to push on extension plans are considered.
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Hunt for knife-wielding man who stabbed taxi driver and fled

POLICE are hunting a knifeman who stabbed a Hampshire taxi driver after he refused to hand over his night's takings.
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Slimming World Romsey manager gets congratulations from Peter Andre

A ROMSEY weight loss manager has been congratulated for her work in helping people slim down – by singer and TV presenter Peter Andre.
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Romsey Men's Shed group announce plans to unveil new base

ROMSEY men's shed group has announced a launch event for next spring to unveil its new home in the town.
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