Former Romsey teacher jailed over historical sex offences

A “PREDATORY” former teacher who sexually assaulted one of his pupils more than five decades ago has been jailed.
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Rural communities urged to prepare for snow and ice

FARMERS and rural communities are urged to “winter proof” their businesses as snow and ice arrive across the region.
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Hundreds attend South Central Ambulance Service recruitment open day

HUNDREDS of people attended a recruitment open day in a bid to play their part in helping saving people’s lives in Hampshire.
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Red Cross launches pop-up service in Romsey

A VITAL service used by hundreds of elderly and disabled people has been relaunched.
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Calls for action after rise in food bank use

A CIVIC chief is calling for action after the number of people using the food bank in Romsey almost doubled.
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READER LETTER: 'Increase in the use of local food bank is a national disgrace'

According to the headlines in the edition of 18th January the dramatic increase in the use of the local food bank is either ‘scary’ or ‘staggering’. My I venture to suggest that it is neither, it is part of a national disgrace.
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Lesson with a treat for students

YOUNG students have been treated to a lesson with a difference.
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Share your ideas ahead of Romsey Festival 2020

THERE is still an opportunity for residents who would like hold an event as part of next year’s Romsey Festival.
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Lesson with a treat for students

YOUNG students have been treated to a lesson with a difference.
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Plans for former ice cream parlour are back on the table

PLANS to turn a former ice cream parlour into a mortgage broker could be decided next month, despite the proposals being pulled from a meeting two weeks ago.
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Council calls on landlords to fight homelessness

A HAMPSHIRE council is calling on landlords to help prevent homelessness.
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Flowers bloom early at Mottisfont due to mild winter

SNOWDROP displays at a historic country estate in Hampshire have burst into bloom earlier than usual.
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Former Romsey schoolboy caught dealing told 'don't ruin your life' by judge

A FORMER Romsey schoolboy who was caught dealing cannabis has been urged not to ruin his life by a crown court judge.
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Planning applications submitted to Test Valley Borough Council

This is a summary of Planning Applications received in the Southern Area Planning Office of Test Valley Borough Council for the week ending 11.01.2019. Any comments should be sent to the Planning Office, Beech Hurst, Weyhill Road, Andover, SP10 3AJ or e-mail to: planning@testvalley.gov.uk. You may also view documents and submit comments on the Council’s web site – www.testvalley.gov.uk
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'Let us not forget' - Letter from Westminster: Caroline Nokes MP

It was certainly a surprise to see the new, temporary road layout in Market Place on Friday as work continues in earnest to enhance it and create a new space. My office has kept in close contact with the site managers to ensure there is a quick resolution to any problem, but, thankfully, so far there have been very few concerns raised.
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A Christian message: Romsey marks the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity

This past week, groups have gathered around Romsey to mark the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity.
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Church services in Romsey

ROMSEY ABBEY
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"Predatory" former Romsey teacher jailed for historic sex offences

A “PREDATORY” former teacher who sexually assaulted one of his pupils more than five decades ago has been jailed.
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'Many vocations are not for life' - Farewell to The Rev Williams

HE HAS been the vicar of a busy church community near Romsey for many years.
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Food bank use doubles in Romsey

A CIVIC chief is calling for action after the number of people using the food bank in Romsey almost doubled.
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Food bank use doubles in Romsey

A CIVIC chief is calling for action after the number of people using the food bank in Romsey almost doubled.
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Vital service for old and disabled resumes in Romsey and Totton

A VITAL service used by hundreds of elderly and disabled people has been restored in two Hampshire towns.
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Concerns raised as Romsey Santander branch is axed

CONCERNS have been raised after Santander announced the closure of its Romsey branch.
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Appeal launched after dead goats and animal's carcass found in Hampshire

AN APPEAL has been launched after dead goats and an animal’s carcass have been found in Hampshire.
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PHOTOS: Success for Romsey Vegan Fair’s first vegan festival

THOUSANDS of vegans and inquisitive foodies attended the Romsey Vegan Fair’s first vegan festival.
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New car park at Fishlake Meadows

A POPULAR nature reserve in Romsey has now a dedicated car park.
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Santander branches in Romsey, Chandler’s Ford and Lymington will close in July

BANKING giant Santander has confirmed the closure of three branches in Hampshire.
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Banking giant Santander to close 140 branches - including five in Hampshire

SANTANDER is to close 140 branches, putting 1,270 jobs at risk.
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Students at Romsey Abbey Church of England Primary School win competition

THE winners of a drawing competition have been announced.
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Students at Romsey Abbey Church of England Primary School win competition

THE winners of a drawing competition have been announced.
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Students at Romsey Abbey Church of England Primary School win competition

THE winners of a drawing competition have been announced.
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Councillor blasts plan to bring asbestos storage units to town

A HAMPSHIRE councillor has blasted plans to bring asbestos storage units to a residential market town.
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Students at Romsey Abbey Church of England Primary School win competition

THE winners of a drawing competition have been announced.
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Broken down HGV causes lengthy delays near Romsey

A BROKEN down HGV is causing lengthy delays after getting stuck on a roundabout near Romsey.
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Broken down HGV causes lengthy delays near Romsey

A BROKEN down HGV is causing lengthy delays after getting stuck on a roundabout near Romsey.
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Homes facing power outages after 'bright flash in the sky' near Romsey

RESIDENTS are facing power cuts after a bright flash was reportedly seen in the sky over Hampshire.
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Romsey Relay Marathon set to return

IT HAS been described as the event the entire Romsey community looks forward to.
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Awards for Romsey volunteers

TWO volunteers have been presented with awards for their dedication to the Romsey Macular Support Group.
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A Men's shed in Romsey can now expand thanks to a cash boost from Gannett Foundation

A HAMPSHIRE charity is set to extend their current facilities thanks to a cash boost from the Daily Echo's parent company.
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A Men's shed in Romsey can now expand thanks to a cash boost from Gannett Foundation

A HAMPSHIRE charity is set to extend their current facilities thanks to a cash boost from the Daily Echo's parent company.
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Foodbank numbers double in Romsey

THE number of residents using the Romsey foodbank has almost doubled since it opened in 2016.
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Alternative parking spaces now available in Romsey as work on the Market Place starts

FREE on-street parking spaces in Romsey town centre have been replaced as work on the Market Place begun.
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'Staggering' increase in food bank users

THE number of residents using the Romsey food bank has almost doubled since its opening in 2016.
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Andy Lester: Gardening for a future

Hampshire can be proud of very many things; from its historical links to the sea, through to two incredible National Parks and its stunning market towns with history going back many centuries. And yet one of the unsung heroes of Hampshire are its amazing gardens. From the formal splendour of Mottisfont through to the beauty of Hinton Ampner and the formality of Exbury and the Hillier Gardens.
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Breast cancer and increase to state pension age, double hit for Wendy

WHEN artist Wendy Forrest-Charde was diagnosed with breast cancer, she turned to her paintbrush.
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Romsey Chandler’s Ford & District Round Table supports local groups

THOUSANDS of pounds have been raised in support of good causes.
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Residents share their views on health campus and park-and-ride scheme in Nursling

RESIDENTS shared their views on plans for a new park-and-ride and health campus near Romsey.
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Romsey British Legion branch saved

THE Romsey branch of the British Legion has been saved.
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Residents share their views on health campus and park-and-ride scheme in Nursling

RESIDENTS shared their views on plans for a new park-and-ride and health campus near Romsey.
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Romsey British Legion branch saved

THE Romsey branch of the British Legion has been saved.
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Caravan fire may have been started deliberately

A CARAVAN was destroyed in a fire near Romsey.
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'Give and take is the secret of our marriage'

A HAMPSHIRE couple has celebrated a major milestone.
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Romsey British Legion branch saved

THE Romsey branch of the British Legion has been saved.
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Residents share their views on health campus and park-and-ride scheme in Nursling

RESIDENTS shared their views on plans for a new park-and-ride and health campus near Romsey.
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Man due in court after burglary near Romsey

A MAN has been charged following a burglary in Hampshire.
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'They are worth their weight in gold'

ROMSEY Slimming World members are set to celebrate half a century of success.
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Council praised for its performance

A HAMPSHIRE council has been praised for its performance in services.
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Alternative parking spaces now available in Romsey as work on the Market Place starts

FREE on-street parking spaces in Romsey town centre have been replaced as work on the Market Place begins.
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Big Band Buffet set to return

A POPULAR community music event is to return this year.
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Hampshire business community calls for clarity as MPs reject Brexit deal

HAMPSHIRE business owners are calling for clarity after MPs have rejected Theresa May's Brexit deal.
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Agricultural landlords and tenants urge MPs to avoid no-deal Brexit

AGRICULTURAL landlords and tenants are urging MPs to avoid a no-deal Brexit.
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Museum to reopen under new name after major revamp

A REVAMPED museum in Test Valley is to reopen under a new name.
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Agricultural landlords and tenants urge MPs to avoid no-deal Brexit

AGRICULTURAL landlords and tenants are urging MPs to avoid a no-deal Brexit.
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Public meeting on new park-and-ride scheme to be held tonight

RESIDENTS are invited to have their say on plans for a new park and ride and health centre near Romsey.
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Plea for more men to start giving blood

HEALTH officials are urging men to donate blood as part of their New Year's resolution.
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Public meeting on new park-and-ride scheme to be held tonight

RESIDENTS are invited to have their say on plans for a new park and ride and health centre near Romsey.
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Plea for more men to start giving blood

HEALTH officials are urging men to donate blood as part of their New Year's resolution.
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Anger as allotments are set to be sold

COMMUNITY allotments are set to be sold despite residents’ opposition.
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Public meeting on new park-and-ride scheme to be held tonight

RESIDENTS are invited to have their say on plans for a new park and ride and health centre near Romsey.
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Plea for more men to start giving blood

HEALTH officials are urging men to donate blood as part of their New Year's resolution.
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Band's baritone veteran hangs up his horn after more than six decades

HE has played at hundreds of events across Test Valley in the past six decades, but now he has taken a step back from the music scene.
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Caravan destroyed in blaze near Romsey

A CARAVAN was destroyed in a fire near Romsey last night.
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Councillor suspended over allegedly racist Facebook post

A COUNCILLOR has been suspended by his party after posting an allegedly racist post on social media.
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Future of Romsey branch of British Legion to be decided tonight

A FINAL decision on the future of the Romsey branch of the British Legion is set to be made tonight.
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Future of Romsey branch of British Legion to be decided tonight

A FINAL decision on the future of the Romsey branch of the British Legion is set to be made tonight.
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Search for man after thefts in Romsey, Fareham, Gosport and Andover

POLICE are searching for a man wanted in connection with a series of thefts at shops in towns across Hampshire.
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Search for man after thefts in Romsey, Fareham, Gosport and Andover

POLICE are searching for a man wanted in connection with a series of thefts at shops in towns across Hampshire.
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Romsey shop has temporarily closed after another break in

RESIDENTS have expressed their concern after a convenience store was broken into in Romsey.
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Romsey shop has temporarily closed after another break in

RESIDENTS have expressed their concern after a convenience store was broken into in Romsey.
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Town security could return to crack down on shoplifters

SECURITY guards could return to Romsey this year as part of a crackdown on shoplifters.
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Police seize two cars

TWO vehicles have been seized by police in Romsey.
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Mortgage firm applies to take over former parlour

A FORMER ice cream parlour in Romsey, which shut just months ago, is set to be taking over by a local mortgage brokers.
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Plans for new 190 bed care home in Romsey unveiled

PLANS for a new care home which aims to create 190 jobs in Hampshire have been unveiled.
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Planning applications submitted to Test Valley Borough Council

This is a summary of Planning Applications received in the Southern Area Planning Office of Test Valley Borough Council for the week ending 14th December 2018. Any comments should be sent to the Planning Office, Beech Hurst, Weyhill Road, Andover, SP10 3AJ or e-mail to: planning@testvalley.gov.uk. You may also view documents and submit comments on the Council’s web site – www.testvalley.gov.uk
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Here is how Romsey residents can dispose of their Christmas tree

TEST Valley Borough Council has issued a guide to help residents dispose of their real Christmas tree.
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READER LETTER: Forget the square, hit cycle routes

Sir: Hurrah! I thought, planners have at last realised that a cycle path is urgently needed for those of us who live in the Test Valley villages to take us from the end of Sandy Lane into Romsey. Particularly children who attend the Romsey School who clearly cannot walk and who may wish to cycle.
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More services available to support homeless people

A NUMBER of services has been made available across Test Valley in a bid to fight homelessness.
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Planning applications submitted to Test Valley Borough Council

This is a summary of Planning Applications received in the Southern Area Planning Office of Test Valley Borough Council for the week ending 14th December 2018. Any comments should be sent to the Planning Office, Beech Hurst, Weyhill Road, Andover, SP10 3AJ or e-mail to: planning@testvalley.gov.uk. You may also view documents and submit comments on the Council’s web site – www.testvalley.gov.uk
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Here is how Romsey residents can dispose of their Christmas tree

TEST Valley Borough Council has issued a guide to help residents dispose of their real Christmas tree.
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READER LETTER: Forget the square, hit cycle routes

Sir: Hurrah! I thought, planners have at last realised that a cycle path is urgently needed for those of us who live in the Test Valley villages to take us from the end of Sandy Lane into Romsey. Particularly children who attend the Romsey School who clearly cannot walk and who may wish to cycle.
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Former teacher, 82, admits abusing child while working in Romsey

A FORMER teacher faces prison after he admitted abusing a pupil while working at a school in Romsey.
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