Marie Louise House Nursing Home battles coronavirus outbreak

A ROMSEY nursing home is battling a coronavirus outbreak after keeping the deadly bug at bay for eight months, the Advertiser can reveal.
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Here’s to a better and brighter year in Romsey and Test Valley

FAMILIES across Romsey and Test Valley have proved Christmas can still be fun, even if it was different to any we have experienced before.
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Change the way you buy cotton in Romsey and Test Valley

A Happy New Year to everyone in Hampshire!
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Weekly letter from Caroline Nokes, MP for Romsey and Southampton North

It is great to be able to start 2021 by celebrating the approval of the AZ vaccine. This should speed up the roll out of the vaccination programme enormously. The other cause for celebration is the deal secured with the EU, we have avoided the horror of no deal.
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Romsey coronavirus cases on the rise everywhere, map shows

Coronavirus cases in Hampshire are on the rise, and Romsey is no exception.
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Vaccine: Abbeywell Surgery 'aims to call patients next week'

A GP surgery in Romsey is aiming to contact patients for their first and second dose of the Covid-19 vaccine next week.
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Health experts honoured for their work during pandemic

THEY are the Hampshire heroes who have played a key role in the battle to combat coronavirus and protect the public.
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Will primary and secondary schools be returning after Christmas? Statement

An update has been given on what will happen over the return to school after Christmas for both primary and secondary school students.
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Lymington crash leaves car on its side and driver trapped

FIRE crews have been called after a crash that left a car on its side.
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Romsey care homes hail Oxford/AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine approved for mass rollout in the UK

A COVID-19 vaccine from Oxford University and AstraZeneca has been hailed by a Romsey care home co-ordinator as the key to protecting the population from the deadly bug.
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Stroud School and King Edward VI stars shine in computer challenge

Pupils from across Stroud School, Highwood Lane, and its senior school King Edward VI, Southampton, have won awards in an international computing challenge.
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Covid: Full list of places moved tier 3 and 4 restrictions

The following local authority areas will move to Tier 3 from Thursday, according to the Department of Health.
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New Forest to enter Tier 4 from tomorrow

The New Forest will enter Tier 4 restrictions from tomorrow, the government has announced.
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Oxford/AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine approved for mass rollout in the UK

A COVID-19 vaccine from Oxford University and AstraZeneca has been approved for use in the UK, paving the way for mass rollout.
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M27 reopened following police incident

A MOTORWAY has been reopened 11 hours after it was closed following a police incident.
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University Hospital Southampton opens Covid-19 vaccine hub

A SOUTHAMPTON hospital has become the latest hub to begin administering Covid-19 vaccinations.
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Community rallies behind man after his allotment near Romsey was targeted in an arson attack

A COMMUNITY has rallied behind a man after his allotment was targeted in an arson attack just days before Christmas.
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Woodley Grange Care home brings Christmas shopping to residents

A ROMSEY care home granted a special wish for one of its residents this festive season.
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Work to improve flooding in Chandler's Ford, near Romsey, set to begin in January

WORK to improve a flooding flashpoint near Romsey is set to begin in January.
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Romsey Abbey C of E Primary School has pantomime treat for end of term

PUPILS at Romsey Abbey C of E Primary School, Church Lane, ended their last morning of term on a festive high when they were treated to a streamed pantomime in their classrooms.
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Test Valley records biggest daily increase of Covid-19 cases

THE TEST Valley Borough Council area has recorded its biggest increase of daily coronavirus cases since the pandemic began.
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Hampshire Fire service works with local vet to rescue horse

Fire crews from Hampshire used harnesses to rescue one of two escaped horses which had fallen down a ditch.
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Snow falls in Romsey as temperatures drop, according to Met Office

SNOW has been falling across Romsey this morning.
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Car aquaplanes and crashes into tree on A31 in Hampshire

Police in Hampshire have warned motorists to take extra care following torrential rain after a car slid off an A-road and crashed into a tree.
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Eastleigh man jailed at Southampton Crown Court

A DRUNKEN THUG hurled abuse and slapped two men in the face at a Hampshire petrol station.
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Map reveals coronavirus infection rates in and around Romsey and Test Valley

A MAP of coronavirus cases across the UK has revealed which areas of Romsey and its surroundings have some of the highest rates of infection.
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Community leaders react two men detained on suspicion of shoplifting after a chase across Romsey

ROMSEY community leaders have praised the police for detaining two men on suspicion of shoplifting in the town - with one councillor warning officers are "on the ball and are catching these people".
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he fastest and slowest broadband speeds in Test Valley

NEW figures have revealed cripplingly slow broadband speeds in some Test Valley neighbourhoods.
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Coronavirus: Parking charges frozen for the third time in Romsey over Tier 4 restrictions

CAR PARKING charges have been scrapped across Romsey and Test Valley in a bid to help residents while the borough remains in Tier 4.
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Hampshire fire crews rescue two horses from ditch in Romsey

Fire crews in Hampshire rescued two escaped horses this morning, one of which was found upside down in a ditch.
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Snow hits Hampshire! Video capture Totton flurry

IT'S beginning to look a lot like... (the week after) Christmas, as snow has been captured falling close to Southampton
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Flood warnings for Romsey and Ringwood after rain batters Hampshire

FLOOD warnings have been issued for several parts of Hampshire as rain batters the south coast.
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Snow and ice warning issued by the Met Office for Hampshire

A WEATHER warning for snow and ice has been issued for Hampshire.
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Covid: More than 2,000 new cases across Hampshire

MORE than 2,000 people across Hampshire have tested positive for coronavirus over the weekend.
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Brookdale House Care Home is slammed in CQC report

A CARE home has been slammed by watchdogs in a damning report that has revealed the services is unsafe and putting vulnerable people at risk.
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Storm Bella: Strong winds to lash Hampshire

AN AMBER warning for wind has been issued on Boxing Day as Storm Bella is predicted to hit Hampshire.
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Test Valley records biggest daily increase of Covid-19 cases

THE TEST Valley Borough Council area has recorded its biggest increase of daily coronavirus cases since the pandemic began.
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MPs react to Southampton and Hampshire Tier 4 changes

HAMPSHIRE residents have been warned to "stay on their guard" and follow the rules as the county falls. Tier 4.
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New food hygiene ratings - how clean is your favourite eatery?

FOOD hygiene ratings for businesses across Test Valley who have cleaned up their act have been published by the Food Standards Agency this year.
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Romsey Town Football Club cleans up its act in new report by Food Standards Agency

A ROMSEY football club has cleaned up its act after it was slammed in a damning report when health inspectors found "grimy" kitchen equipment.
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MP for Romsey and Southampton North, Caroline Nokes, slams plans for asylum seeker centre

A ROMSEY MP has slammed the Home Office's proposed centre for asylum seekers in Hampshire next to the A303 after a pedestrian was killed in an accident on the road.
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Plans for dog grooming business near Romsey are delayed

PLANS for a dog grooming business close to Romsey have been delayed.
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COVID-19: UK confirms two cases of another 'more transmissible' variant linked to South Africa

TWO cases of another coronavirus strain linked to South Africa have been identified in the UK, health secretary Matt Hancock revealed today (December 23).
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COVID: Hampshire to move to Tier 4 from Boxing day

ROMSEY will be plunged in Tier 4 along with more of the south east and parts of the south west, health secretary Matt Hancock has confirmed.
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Hampshire police appeal for information following arson attack in North Baddesley, near Romsey

HAMPSHIRE police is appealing for information following an arson attack in North Baddesley at the weekend.
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Romsey Christmas and New Year bin collection dates

BIN and recycling collection days in Romsey are set to change over the Christmas and New Year period.
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Monolith that appeared on Isle of Wight sells for £810

The money raised is set to go to charity.
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Hampshire police identify 24 teenagers responsible for anti-social behaviour in Romsey

A GROUP of teenagers warned by police about anti-social behaviour in Romsey should be “ashamed of themselves”, according to community leaders.
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Romsey girl receives surprise act of kindness from Kimbridge Barn

A ROMSEY girl received a surprise act of kindness after her treasured doll was destroyed by vandals.
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Paws for thought this Christmas in Romsey and Test Valley

CHRISTMAS can still be a happy time, even if it is different to any we have experienced before.
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Two men detained on suspicion of shoplifting after Hampshire police chased them across Romsey

TWO men have been detained by Hampshire police today after they were chased across town on suspicion of shoplifting.
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Christmas Eve bell-ringing campaign: what you need to know

Thousands of people across the UK have backed a campaign to ring a bell on Christmas Eve to spread cheer and combat loneliness.
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Hampshire police launch dispersal order to combat anti-social behaviour in Romsey

HAMPSHIRE police has today launched a dispersal order for Romsey town centre following a spate of anti-social behaviour incidents in the past month.
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Brad McKenner dumped waste at Roman Road, Chilworth

A SOUTHAMPTON teenager has been told to pay thousands of pounds in fines and costs after illegally dumping parts of a bathroom.
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Map reveals coronavirus infection rates in and around Romsey and Test Valley

A MAP of coronavirus cases across the UK has revealed which areas of Romsey and its surroundings have some of the highest rates of infection.
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Plans for McDonald's drive-thru on M27, near Romsey, are revealed

PLANS for a McDonald's drive-through on the M27 have been slammed by a community leader, claiming it flies in the face of the Government's anti-obesity message amid the coronavirus crisis.
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6 differences between Tier 3 and Tier 4 rules

WHEN the first tier review results were announced last week, it was decided Romsey would stay in Tier 2.
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Romsey Abbey C of E Primary School celebrates Christmas in the iconic abbey

Romsey Abbey C of E Primary School, Church Lane, celebrated Christmas a little differently on Wednesday amid coronavirus.
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December 21: Covid figures rise by 770 in Hampshire in 24 hours

There have been 770 new covid cases recorded in Hampshire in the past 24-hours.
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Hampshire police identify 24 teenagers responsible for anti-social behaviour in Romsey

HAMPSHIRE police have revealed they will continue to patrol Romsey's crime hot-spots after officers identified more than 20 teenagers behind anti-social behaviour in the town.
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Hampshire Police will enforce coronavirus rules to tackle 'blatant breaches'

POLICE say they will take enforcement action if "blatant" breaches of coronavirus rules are discovered in Hampshire.
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Crosfield Hall, Romsey, to start coronavirus vaccinations tomorrow

A ROMSEY hall could start vaccinating patients against coronavirus from tomorrow, the Advertiser understands.
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5 tips for a happy and green 2021 in Romsey and Test Valley

2021: How can you make it a year of real change?
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Embley pupils thank NHS workers with handmade gifts given to Alma Road Surgery, Romsey

PUPILS at Embley, Embley Park, have delivered handmade gifts to staff at a Romsey surgery to thank NHS workers for the sacrifices they have made amid the coronavirus crisis.
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Longcroft Luxury Cat Hotel Romsey set to make Christmas purrfect for feline guests

A FIVE-STAR cat hotel is aiming to make Christmas purrfect for its feline guests this year.
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Crosfield Hall, Romsey, to start coronavirus vaccinations next week

A ROMSEY hall could start vaccinating patients against coronavirus next week, the Advertiser understands.
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Vaccine queue calculator predicts when you could get coronavirus jab

A NEW online calculator has been launched to tell people when they could be invited to have their coronavirus vaccine.
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Romsey and Test Valley is set to stay in Tier 2 coronavirus restrictions

LEADERS in Romsey and Test Valley have accepted the need for caution after the Government announced the area will remain under Tier 2 Covid-19 restrictions.
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MP for Romsey and Southampton North, Caroline Nokes, continues row over Barton Stacey camp

A POLITICAL row is continuing over a proposed centre for asylum seekers in Hampshire next to the A303, which campaigners argue would be like an “open prison camp”.
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Change of A Dress opens its doors in Romsey

A DRESS agency "in the heart of Romsey's fashion district" has opened its doors to the public in time for the festive season.
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Romsey food bank has benefitted from the cancelled Rotary Club dinners

MEMBERS of the Rotary Club of Romsey Test have donated the cost of all their Covid cancelled meals in 2020, raising more than £10,000 for the town's food bank.
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Thunder-snow: A rare but spectacular pairing in Scotland

THUNDER-SNOW made headline news after an electrical storm hit Scotland.
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Romsey to stay in Tier 2

ROMSEY will remain in Tier 2, it has been confirmed by health secretary Matt Hancock.
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Romsey's Liftaway to recycle Christmas trees for charity

IF you don't know what to do with your Christmas tree once the festive period has been and gone, this might be the solution for you.
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Tier system review outcome to be announced

COVID restrictions across the country are being reviewed and the outcome will be announced today. 
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Crash near Southampton causing M3 delays

MOTORISTS are being warned of delays following a crash on a Hampshire motorway.
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NEW variant of coronavirus could be in Hampshire

A NEW variant of coronavirus could be in Hampshire, the Advertiser understands.
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New Covid tier system: What are the rules?

WHEN national lockdown ended Hampshire was placed under Tier 2 restrictions.
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Romsey Town Football Club cleans up its act in new report by Food Standards Agency

A ROMSEY football club has cleaned up its act after it was slammed in a damning report when health inspectors found "grimy" kitchen equipment.
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Grove Place retirement village, Nursling, announces Richard Powell as new general manager

A TEST Valley retirement village has revealed its new general manager, who is believed to have close family ties to the estate.
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Man arrested after drugs allegedly seized in Chandler's Ford

A MAN has been arrested on drug offences after a routine stop and search of a vehicle.
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Covid warning ahead of Christmas in Hampshire

A HAMPSHIRE leader has warned residents ahead of a relaxation of the Covid-19 restrictions over Christmas.
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The whole of Hampshire might remain in Tier 2

THE whole of Hampshire might remain in Tier 2 after today's review.
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Romsey micropub could open next year after plans are approved by Test Valley Borough Council

A NEW nautical-themed micropub in the heart of Romsey could open its doors in February.
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Coronavirus: what map predicts for Test Valley over Christmas

THE number of coronavirus cases confirmed across Test Valley is set to fall even further by the end of the month, a predictive map suggests.
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Christmas light tribute to Alesha who passed away suddenly at just 10-months-old

A GRANDFATHER has lit up his house once again in memory of his great-granddaughter who died suddenly.
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Community leaders react to Romsey Abbey burglary

"IT IS a despicable act."
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Stroud School streams Nativity performances

Stroud School, Highwood Lane, has kept the Christmas cheer alive by live-streaming the Early Years and Key Stage 1 Nativity performances to families.
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Elephant and Castle pub in Totton hosts birthday party in "blatant breach" of coronavirus rules

A PUB landlord is set to be slapped with a £1,000 fine for hosting a birthday party in breach of coronavirus rules.
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These are the GP surgeries set to roll out Covid-19 vaccine

HAMPSHIRE residents could start to get vaccinated against Covid-19 as early as this afternoon, it has been revealed.
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Romsey Abbey broken into for second time in two months

A HISTORIC Hampshire abbey has been broken into for the second time in two months.
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Map reveals coronavirus infection rates in and around Romsey and Test Valley

A MAP of coronavirus cases across the UK has revealed which areas of Romsey and its surroundings have some of the highest rates of infection.
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Romsey woman speaks of shocking moment she discovered '12 cars' were vandalised in The Abbey

A ROMSEY woman has spoken of the shocking moment she discovered "12 cars" had their wing mirrors vandalised at the weekend.
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4 coronavirus updates as new strain found before Tiers review

Covid-19 remains a risk as a new strain is identified, the Government warns
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New coronavirus variant which 'spreads faster' identified

A new variant of coronavirus has been identified in the South of England, Health Secretary Matt Hancock told MPs.
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Cllr Sean Woodward resigns from his cabinet position

A HAMPSHIRE councillor has resigned from his cabinet position.
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Coronavirus: One person dies in Hampshire in last 24 hours

ONE coronavirus patients has died in Hampshire during the last 24 hours.
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GP surgeries to vaccinate patients against coronavirus from today

GP surgeries across England will start vaccinating people against coronavirus from today.
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More than 300 Test Valley eateries slapped with food hygiene warnings

MORE than 300 Test Valley businesses were slapped with written warnings on food hygiene issues, new figures have revealed.
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Crosfield Hall, Romsey, to become coronavirus vaccine hub

A COMMUNITY hall in Romsey is to become a coronavirus vaccine hub as part of the biggest immunisation programme in history.
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Test Valley Borough Council urges residents to contact support groups early in time for Christmas

Test Valley Borough Council (TVBC) is urging residents to contact their local support groups early if they need help during the Christmas period due to coronavirus.
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Weekly letter from MP for Romsey and Southampton North, Caroline Nokes

This week has seen the news that the Home Office is considering locating a temporary asylum camp in Barton Stacey, beside the A303 and remote from any facilities or services. I have been pointing out to them repeatedly that this is in breach of the Habitats Directive, which they should be bound by, and the prospect of people being housed in substandard accommodation next to a dual carriageway is a highways accident waiting to happen. The closest retail outlet is the service station on the A303,
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Southampton port logjam could mean Christmas toy shortage

Retailers warn that due to a logjam at Southampton's port, there could be toy shortages this Christmas.
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Hampshire Police urge traders to stay alert following a spate of tool thefts in Romsey

HAMPSHIRE police are urging traders to stay alert following a spate of tool thefts in Test Valley this week.
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Care homes across Romsey hail coronavirus vaccine rollout

“It is just brilliant and I cannot wait to get mine.”
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MP for Romsey and Southampton North, Caroline Nokes, slams plans for asylum seeker centre

A POLITICAL row has erupted over a proposed centre for asylum seekers in Hampshire next to the A303, which campaigners argue would be like an “open prison camp”.
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Plans for indoor horse arena for Blackwater Equestrian near Romsey are approved

PLANS for an indoor horse arena near Romsey have been given the green light by planning chiefs.
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Festive fun is on in Romsey despite coronavirus rules

THE resilience and community spirit of the people of Romsey has once again been evident this week, as locals gear up to prepare for a COVID-19 Christmas.
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Crash on M27 near junction 5

A MULTI-vehicle crash in a Hampshire motorway has left two people injured.
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Over 130 jobs at risk as South Western Railway to axe catering staff

More than 130 jobs are at risk as train catering staff are set to be axed.
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Home damaged after bush fire spreads in Hampshire

FIREFIGHTERS raced to tackle a bush fire this morning.
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Hampshire council leader slams plans for asylum seeker centre

ANOTHER council leader has called on the Government to abandon plans to build a centre for asylum seekers next to a small Hampshire village.
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Hampshire county councillor Sean Woodward breached code of conduct

A  LONG-STANDING Hampshire councillor has been found in breach of the councillor's code of conduct.
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Supporters donate £1,000 to Starlight Trampoline and Gymnastics Club, Romsey, following 'crowbar' break-in

A GYMNASTICS club in Romsey has been given a cash springboard of £1,000 after it was targeted twice in three months by hooligans.
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Plans for 63 homes in Stoneham Lane, Eastleigh, are approved

PLANS to build 63 homes near Southampton have been approved this week.
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Woodley Grange Care home to bring Christmas shopping to residents

A ROMSEY care home is set to grant a special wish for one of their residents next week.
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New Forest family finds 15th century gold coins horde

A “miraculous” find of gold coins dating from the late 15th century was discovered by a family weeding their garden.
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Call to make Hampshire council meeting about councillor complaint public

A HAMPSHIRE council has been urged to make a meeting about a complaint into a serving councillor public as it plans to hold it behind closed doors this morning.
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Southampton Airport runway plans delayed

A DECISION on controversial plans to extend Southampton Airport’s runway has been delayed.
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Romsey man dies after colliding into tree

A MAN in his 50s has died following a collision near Bishop’s Waltham on Thursday December 3.
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Plans to build three houses next to All Saints Church, near Romsey, could be approved

PLANS to build three houses next to a church near Romsey could be given the green light by planning chiefs in February, the Advertiser understands.
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MP for Romsey and Southampton North, Caroline Nokes, protects parents from coronavirus

A ROMSEY MP has revealed she has kept her parents "locked up since March" in a bid to stop the NHS from being overwhelmed amid the coronavirus crisis.
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Angry drivers slam Test Valley Borough Council over scrapped parking fees for coronavirus lockdown

ANGRY drivers have slammed a local authority for scrapping parking fees in Romsey, claiming it has been “a nightmare” after charges were ditched to help people during the first and second lockdown.
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Would you flush a plastic bag?

Southern Water Services offer advice on how to prevent blockages and flooding.
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Would you flush a plastic bag?

Of course you wouldn’t. But some of the things that people flush can be just as bad – and they can cause a stink for you, your community and the environment too.
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V-Day: Everything you need to know about the Covid-19 vaccine rollout

The first Covid-19 vaccine is being rolled out across the UK on what has been dubbed “V-Day” by Health Secretary Matt Hancock.
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Driver banned but ban reduced because of impact on family

A ROMSEY woman has been banned from driving but the disqualification has been reduced because of the impact on her family.
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Map reveals coronavirus infection rates in and around Romsey and Test Valley

A MAP of coronavirus cases across the UK has revealed which areas of Romsey and its surroundings have some of the highest rates of infection.
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Angry residents slam plans for new Indian takeaway in Romsey

NINETEEN angry residents have signed a petition objecting to plans for a new takeaway in Romsey, fearing they will have to endure the smell of food blowing around their neighbourhood.
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Site for 500 asylum seekers earmarked for edge of Hampshire village

PLANS have been revealed to create a site for 500 asylum seekers on the edge of a Hampshire village – but they have been slammed by a council leader for its "dangerous" location.
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COVID: Five fines after police called to Hampshire house party

FIVE people were fined for breaching Covid-19 rules after police were called to a house party.
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COVID: Almost 300 new cases across Hampshire

ALMOST 300 new positive coronavirus cases have been recorded in Hampshire today
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Delays building on M27 following incident at junction 5

UPDATE 9.10AM: This has now been cleared
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Rui Patricio, 31, of Eastleigh, last seen in Winchester

POLICE have launched a search for a missing Hampshire man who had been suffering from hypothermia.
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Firefighters called to Middlebridge Street, Romsey

A PENSIONER was taken to hospital after being rescued from a smoke-filled flat in a Hampshire town.
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Would you flush a plastic bag?

Of course you wouldn’t. But some of the things that people flush can be just as bad – and they can cause a stink for you, your community and the environment too.
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Would you flush a plastic bag?

Of course you wouldn’t. But some of the things that people flush can be just as bad – and they can cause a stink for you, your community and the environment too.
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Cupernham Infant School remembers former pupil Alfie Butler

The family, teachers and friends of a “happy” boy who made a “lasting impression” on those who knew him have come together to remember him, almost a year after he passed away.
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Could free parking in Romsey and Test Valley be extended?

Parking charges in Romsey are to be reinstated next week but there is a chance parking around town may continue to be free if the impact on the local economy is particularly positive, a local councillor has said.
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Covid-19: Residents urged to not 'go silly' over Christmas

Residents are being urged to not “go silly” over the Christmas period to avoid a “major problem” and the possibility of harsher coronavirus restrictions in January.
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Photos of woman's four children who died in fire stolen from car

THIEVES smashed into a car stealing a woman's handbag which contained images of her children who died in a fire.
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Pauline Cove sentenced after crash in Totton kills pedestrian

A WOMAN in her 70s has been given a suspended prison sentence after killing a woman and seriously injuring another when driving in a supermarket car park.
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Latest data on coronavirus cases in Romsey

The latest number of coronavirus cases recorded in the Romsey area has been revealed.
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'Romsey the Movie' scoops award at the British International Amateur Film Festival

A ROMSEY movie depicting the town's long history has scooped an award at an amateur film festival.
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Residents frustrated at 'dangerous' road in Chandler's Ford

RESIDENTS of a busy road have voiced their frustration at the amount of collisions that happen just outside their home.
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Work to make M27 'quieter' gets the go-ahead

WORK to make a major Hampshire road ‘quieter’ has been given the go-ahead by roads bosses.
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Romsey and Test Valley is set for Tier 2 coronavirus restrictions

A COMMUNITY leader has revealed it is a “great shame” Romsey and Test Valley will be thrown into Tier 2 after lockdown ends next week.
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Brick is hurled through Blackwater Equestrian vehicle in protest over plans for horse arena

AN INTERNATIONAL showjumper has spoken of the shocking moment he discovered a brick had been hurled through his pickup truck’s window, claiming it was wrapped in a message protesting against plans for an indoor horse arena.
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Tinsel and tiers in lockdown life in Romsey and Test Valley

FAMILIES from across Romsey and Test Valley have documented another week living with the second national Covid-19 lockdown, as the festive season starts to arrive.
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Weather: Space satellite to send new data on sea levels in Romsey and Test Valley

SOUTHAMPTON-based researchers are embarking on a unique project aimed at tackling climate change.
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What is Tier 2? Here are all the restrictions in place from Dec 2

SOUTHAMPTON and Hampshire will both be placed in Tier 2 when the lockdown ends on December 2 - but what does this mean?
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Romsey to be placed in Tier 2 when lockdown ends

ROMSEY is to be placed in Tier 2 when lockdown ends next Wednesday.
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James Harfield handed community order at Southampton Crown Court

A MAN who was stabbed 14 years ago was plagued by memories of the incident after he was attacked in a Hampshire pub, a court was told.
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Hundreds killed and over 4,000 injured on Hampshire's roads

HUNDREDS of people have been killed on Hampshire’s roads in the past five years, with thousands more being seriously injured, the Echo can reveal.
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New bar poised to open in the centre of Romsey

A NEW bar is gearing up to open in the centre of Romsey in January, the Advertiser understands.
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Hampshire firefighters attended almost 500 deliberate fires in first lockdown

ALMOST 500 fires were started deliberately in Hampshire during the first coronavirus lockdown, figures reveal.
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Buddy bench lands at Romsey Abbey C of E Primary School to help lonely children

A BUDDY bench has now landed at Romsey Abbey C of E Primary School, Church Lane, in a bid to help lonely children during playtime.
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Letter: NHS Trade Bill protest in Romsey was not 'ill-judged'

A Romsey Advertiser reader calls on Caroline Nokes MP to protect the NHS from future trade deals
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Road users advised as parts of M27 are set to close for work

Road users are being advised to plan ahead as slip roads on the M27 are set to close for work this weekend.
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Christmas Covid-19 rules - here's what you need to know

Plans to allow people to form a temporary bubble over the festive season will be welcome news to families across the country.
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Person hit by train between Basingstoke and Eastleigh

A PERSON has been hit by a train in Hampshire.
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Starlight Trampoline and Gymnastics Club, Romsey, targeted in break-in for the second time this year

A GYMNASTICS club in Romsey has lost nearly £1,000 after it was targeted twice in three months by hooligans.
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Christmas lights are switched-on in Romsey with the help of SJT Services

FESTIVE cheer has now arrived in Romsey after the Christmas lights were secretly switched on at the weekend.
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Budding entrepreneurs in and around Romsey are invited to attend a free course

BUDDING entrepreneurs across Test Valley can benefit from free business training through a week-long course in December.
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GBBO: Hampshire baker Dave Friday in tonight's Bake-Off final

HAMPSHIRE could be the home of The Great British Bake Off's next winner, with the final to air this evening.
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Tributes for 'beloved' man who died in M271 crash

THE HEARTBROKEN family of a "beloved" man who died in a crash on a Hampshire motorway have today paid tribute to him.
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Digger used to destroy Chandler's Ford skate park

A DIGGER has been used to vandalise a skate park.
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Traffic in both directions after crashes on M27 near Fareham

TRAFFIC is building on the M27 after crashes on both carriageways.
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Fire crews free person from crashed car in Waterlooville

FIRE crews have been called to free a person from a crashed car.
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Map reveals coronavirus infection rates in and around Romsey and Test Valley

A MAP of coronavirus cases across the UK has revealed which areas of Romsey and its surroundings have some of the highest rates of infection.
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Homelessness services to receive cash boost from Test Valley Borough Council

HOMELESSNESS services in Test Valley are set to receive a £55k boost next year from a local authority.
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Test Valley Crematorium, near Romsey, will broadcast COVID-safe Christmas carol service

A CREMATORIUM near Romsey is gearing up to broadcast a COVID-safe Christmas service this year.
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Help every child reach Santa Claus

WITH the festive season almost upon us, I’m writing to let your readers know that Santa and his elves are getting ready to give children with vision impairment a Christmas treat in the run up to the big day.
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Correction re MP's allowances

A correction
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Covid: Will families be allowed to mix at Christmas?

Questions remain over how many households will be able to mix and for how long.
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Romsey firefighters alerted to 'Hazmat' incident in Timsbury

FIREFIGHTERS rushed to tackle a "Hazmat" incident in Test Valley on Saturday.
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Plans for a new Indian takeaway in Romsey come under fire

PLANS for a new takeaway in Romsey have come under fire from residents, fearing it could cut jobs in rival businesses.
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Key time for climate chaos fight in Romsey and Test Valley

2021 is a critical year for the planet. Assuming we have Biden in the White House by late January and a Brexit deal done, at least on paper, there is a reasonable chance that the two leaders will join forces to help create one of the most ambitious attempts at slowing the impact of climate change. The irony of a rapidly changing climate is that what is decided in the US election will have a direct bearing on Hampshire residents for generations to come-such is the extent of the threat caused
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Oasis Christian Centre in Romsey to offer click and collect service

A CHRISTIAN bookshop in the heart of Romsey has switched to a click and collect service and is even delivering to customers amid lockdown.
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Romsey Abbey C of E Primary School pupils take part in Anti-Bullying Week

PUPILS at Romsey Abbey C of E Primary School, Church Lane, took part in a nationwide day in an effort to shine a light on Anti-Bullying Week.
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Hampshire MPs’ extra income, gifts and donations revealed

This is how much your MP has earnt in extra income this year.
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Network Railway staff trained to tackle swans as number of birds on train tracks rises

NETWORK Rail staff have received training from a charity in a bid to tackle webbed feet trespassers on tracks.
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Abbotswood School set to reopen after coronavirus case

A SCHOOL is set to reopen today after being forced to close due to a positive case of Covid-19.
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Hampshire one of the highest spenders when repairing potholes

HAMPSHIRE County Council is one of the highest spenders in the UK when it comes to repairing potholes.
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Road in Waterlooville closed after fuel spillage

Delays are expected following the closure of a Hampshire road due to a fuel spillage.
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Disgruntled pub managers in Romsey and Test Valley criticise second coronavirus lockdown

DISGRUNTLED pub managers have vented their frustration over how the second lockdown is being managed by the Government.
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Coronavirus: Lockdown life in Romsey and Test Valley

FAMILIES from across Romsey and Test Valley have documented another week living with the second national Covid-19 lockdown, as the weather turned colder.
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Plans for indoor horse arena for Blackwater Equestrian near Romsey are deferred

PLANS for an indoor equestrian centre near Romsey have been deferred, after the applicant started work before planning permission had been granted.
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Stroud School, Romsey, pupils celebrate Florence Nightingale

CHILDREN at Stroud School, Highwood Lane, celebrated a nursing icon's work this week amid the coronavirus crisis.
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Man arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving following M271 motorway pile-up

A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving following a motorway pile-up in Southampton.
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Driver helped to safety after vehicle flips onto its roof in Romsey

A DRIVER was helped to safety after a vehicle flipped onto its roof yesterday in Romsey.
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It's Christmas is being released in aid of Shelter

ONE Hampshire schoolgirl has already captured hearts with her crusade to help the homeless.
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Hampshire police carry out fewer roadside breath tests than 2009

POLICE in Hampshire carried out over 17,000 fewer breath tests last year than officers did a decade ago, figures have revealed, with road safety experts branding the decrease 'worrying'.
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Abbotswood School closed after positive coronavirus case

A SCHOOL has made the decision to close due to a positive case of Covid-19.
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Plans to build 14 houses in Romsey are APPROVED

PLANS for 14 houses in Romsey have been given the go-ahead this week.
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Book tickets to watch Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra playing at Broadlands estate, Romsey, next summer

A FAMOUS orchestra is gearing up to play at the Broadlands estate next summer.
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Romsey pupils take part in two-minute silence on Armistice Day

PUPILS at Romsey Abbey C of E Primary School, Church Lane, remembered the fallen with a two-minute silence on Wednesday.
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Romsey pupils mark Remembrance Day

CHILDREN at Romsey Primary School and Nursery, Mercer Way, honoured fallen soldiers from World War One this week with works of art.
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The Anton River Conservation Association celebrates its 10th anniversary

A CONSERVATION group that has helped care for Test Valley's nature reserves is set to celebrate its tenth anniversary.
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Covid-19 Pfizer vaccine '95% effective and passes safety checks'

The coronavirus vaccine from Pfizer – which is due to arrive in the UK before the end of the year – is 95% effective and has passed its safety checks, according to further data from the firm.
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Firefighters rush to tackle diesel spill in Romsey

ROMSEY firefighters rushed to tackle a diesel spill in Romsey last night.
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Plans for four homes on site of bungalow in Chandler's Ford

A PLAN to build four new homes and demolish an existing bungalow has received 50 objections.
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Romsey care homes react to coronavirus pilot where family members could visit loved ones by Christmas

CARE homes across Romsey have praised a new pilot scheme that will give family members the chance to visit loved ones in care homes over Christmas.
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Community leader pledges more than £1,000 towards speeding signs near Romsey

A COMMUNITY leader has pledged more than £1,000 towards signs designed to stop speeding drivers in their tracks after a series of complaints were lodged by North Baddesley residents.
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Netflix's The Crown: The true story of Lord Mountbatten's death

THE hit Netflix series The Crown returned to our screens this weekend and history buffs may have taken a keen interest in one of the characters, who lived at the Broadlands estate in Romsey.
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Man killed on M271 after crash involving two vans, truck and lorry

A MAN has been killed after a crash involving three vehciles and a lorry, on the M271.
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Massage therapy in the home with range of body balms and oils

A HAMPSHIRE massage therapist has developed her own brand of handmade body balms and oils so her clients can feel fabulous all the time.
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Totton man lights up home to spread Christmas spirit

A landscaper from Totton has covered his home in Christmas lights to cheer up his neighbours as 'a rubbish year for everyone’ draws to a close.
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M271 in Southampton closed in both directions after serious crash

A SOUTHAMPTON motorway has been closed this morning following a serious crash.
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Map reveals coronavirus infection rates in and around Romsey and Test Valley

A MAP of coronavirus cases across the UK has revealed which areas of Romsey and its surroundings have some of the highest rates of infection.
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Plans for a multimillion-pound development on old Romsey World of Water site are delayed

PLANS for a multimillion-pound “nature-based campus” in Romsey, which could create 150 jobs, have been delayed.
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Pubs in and around Romsey still open for takeaway amid coronavirus lockdown

A SECOND lockdown has seen pubs across Romsey and Test Valley serving takeaway beer and Sunday roasts in a bid to keep afloat amid the pandemic.
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Would you flush a plastic bag down the loo?

Of course you wouldn’t. But some of the things that people flush can be just as bad – and they can cause a stink for you, your community and the environment too.
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Romsey firefighters rush to rescue van stuck in the middle of a flood

FIREFIGHTERS rushed to rescue a van stuck in the middle of a flood at the weekend.
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Plans to create a new Indian takeaway in Romsey could create 10 jobs

PLANS for a new takeaway in Romsey could create ten jobs if given the green light by planning chiefs.
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Romsey WILL NOT be hit with a hosepipe ban, Southern Water confirms

A WATER company has announced Romsey will not be hit with a hosepipe ban this year.
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Three Romsey charities receive cash boosts from the Test Valley Crematorium

THREE Romsey charities have received a cash boost worth £15,000 from Test Valley Crematorium as part of its metal recycling scheme.
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Naomi House and Jacksplace Santa Run 2020 will be virtual

THERE may not be hundreds of Santas pounding the pavements in Winchester this year.
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Letter - A 'Karen' drove wrong way down one-way street in Romsey

YESTERDAY (12/11/2020) I was walking through Romsey to be confronted with the English version of the USA phenomenon of an entitled 'Karen'.
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Covid: Almost 1,000 new coronavirus cases in Hampshire

HAMPSHIRE has seen a jump in coronavirus cases this weekend with almost 1,000 people testing positive.
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Trials of new coronavirus vaccine to start in Southampton

TRIALS of a new coronavirus vaccine are set to start in Southampton this morning.
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M3 incident: men hurt after attack and crash near Winchester

A MAN is fighting for his life following a serious incident on the M3 motorway.
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Police warn Hampshire residents after spate of thefts

COUNTY residents have been told to secure outbuildings after a spate of thefts.
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Two men found with £26K of heroin and cocaine are jailed

TWO men who admitted their involvement in a Hampshire County Lines drug network have been jailed for a total of more than 12 years.
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Peter Sutcliffe, the Yorkshire Ripper, dies in hospital

Peter Sutcliffe, the serial killer known as the Yorkshire Ripper, died in hospital on Friday, a Prison Service spokesman said.
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Romsey care home hails coronavirus vaccine success

“IT IS fantastic.”
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MP for Romsey and Southampton North, Caroline Nokes, calls NHS trade demo ‘ill-judged’ stunt

CAMPAIGNERS staged a protest outside of a GP surgery this week, calling on Romsey’s MP to ensure the NHS remains exempt from any future trade deals - who hit back by branding the demo an “ill-judged publicity stunt” during lockdown.
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Romsey Cancer Support Centre, Jane Scarth House to celebrate 25 year anniversary

A ROMSEY cancer charity has already planned to mark its 25th anniversary in style after this year's celebration was delayed by coronavirus.
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Community leaders set to lobby Government to stop a planning shake-up in Test Valley

A MOVE to “strip away” local planning powers from councils in a major shake-up by the Government is being opposed by Test Valley community leaders.
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Angry Awbridge residents, near Romsey, urge Southern Water to boost water pressure

ANGRY residents in a village near Romsey have signed a petition urging Southern Water to improve water pressure in their neighbourhood, claiming it has delayed firefighters' when tackling house fires - and could be a matter of "life-or-death".
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Romsey Abbey C of E Primary School pupils build famous London landmarks

PUPILS at Romsey Abbey C of E Primary School, Church Lane, have dived back into learning after half term by exploring London's famous landmarks from the comfort of the classroom.
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‘Generous donation’ to care home will help those in need in Romsey and Test Valley

A CARE home agency has donated enough food to Abbotswood Court Care Home to make 100 hampers for people living alone or are isolated.
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Marking Armistice Day in Romsey

Remembrance commemorations in Romsey were very different this year.
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Romsey Abbey cardboard creation by pupils in the town

PUPILS enjoyed making a large model of Romsey Abbey to help with their learning as Covid-19 prevented their annual study day and sleepover in the town’s 900 year old church,
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Plans to build 14 houses in Romsey could be approved next week

PLANS for 14 houses in Romsey could be given the go-ahead next week.
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Group caught breaking lockdown rules in Waterlooville

POLICE caught a number of people breaking the tough lockdown restrictions at an address in Hampshire.
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Heavy delays building on M27 near Hedge End

AN accident is causing heavy delays on a Hampshire motorway this morning.
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Map reveals coronavirus infection rates in and around Romsey and Test Valley

A MAP of coronavirus cases across the UK has revealed which areas of Romsey and its surroundings have some of the highest rates of infection.
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Awbridge artist's work stars in Portraits for NHS Heroes book

A PORTRAIT of an NHS hero by an Awbridge artist has featured in a new book showcasing frontline workers, who have risked their lives in the battle against coronavirus.
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Hampshire police alerted to spate of outbuilding burglaries near Romsey

RESIDENTS across Test Valley are being urged by the police to remain vigilant following a spate of outbuilding burglaries.
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More than 300 people being treated in hospitals for Covid-19 in Hampshire

MORE than 300 people are currently being treated for Covid-19 in Hampshire hospitals, it has been revealed.
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Fire at 'derelict' building in Gosport treated as an arson

A FIRE at a 'derelict building' is now being treated as an arson.
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Hampshire County Council launches food waste survey

Hampshire County Council has launched a survey asking residents how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected their attitudes towards food waste.
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Construction of indoor climbing centre underway in Nursling

CONSTRUCTION for a new ‘state-of-the-art’ indoor climbing centre is now underway.
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Police launch week of action to tackle knife crime

HAMPSHIRE Constabulary is among the forces taking part in a nationwide week of action to tackle knife crime.
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Banned and fined for drink driving, criminal damage and threatening behaviour

TEST Valley villager Thomas Rae has been fined more than £1,000 for drink driving, criminal damage and threatening behaviour.
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Romsey and Southampton North MP, Caroline Nokes, reacts to free school meals U-turn

ROMSEY'S MP has reacted to the Government's U-turn over providing free meals to disadvantaged children during the Christmas holidays.
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Plans for indoor horse arena for Blackwater Equestrian near Romsey be approved next week

PLANS for an indoor equestrian centre near Romsey could be given the green light next week.
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Carl Fowler, from Southampton, accused of shoplifting and other offences

A SOUTHAMPTON man has been charged with a number of thefts from shops in Southampton and Totton.
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Winchester City Council on Southampton Airport expansion

WINCHESTER City Council is still likely to object against the expansion of Southampton Airport – despite the application being updated recently.
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Coca-Cola Christmas truck tour cancelled for first time in a decade

Coca-Cola’s Christmas truck will not be making its annual tour of the UK for the first time in 10 years, due to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Hampshire police 'finding it hard' to keep with with changes in second lockdown

POLICE are "finding it hard" to keep up with Government changes as England enters a second lockdown, Hampshire Police Federation claims.
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Southern Water Services - we are here to help

We provide an essential service, one that our customers rely on every day. From eating and drinking to washing, cleaning and flushing the loo – everyone needs water for life.
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Kobe set to take the lead at Romsey Primary School and Nursery

A FOUR-LEGGED friend is set to start at a Romsey school next week.
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Annual lantern parade in Romsey will return with a twist this year

AN ANNUAL event that sees hundreds of lanterns take to the skies will return to Romsey with a twist in a bid to keep residents safe from coronavirus.
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'Planning shake-up is flawed' for Romsey and Test Valley

Building for a greener future?
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Unity, in Romsey, reminds public their helpline will still be running over lockdown

A ROMSEY-based charity is reminding residents their community helpline will still be open to help those in need over the second national lockdown.
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'We are devastated': Romsey businesses react to a second coronavirus lockdown

“We are devastated”.
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Sexual offences in Test Valley increase in last year, according to Office for National Statistics

MORE sexual offences were recorded in Test Valley over the last year, official police records reveal.
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Photos before coronavirus lockdown began in Romsey and Test Valley

FAMILIES from across Romsey and Test Valley have enjoyed their last weekend before we entered another national lockdown.
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Why weather will be different in the future

There has been some notable changes in weather patterns across the British Isles and neighbouring North Atlantic Ocean in the last 30 years.
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Map reveals coronavirus infection rates in and around Romsey and Test Valley

A MAP of coronavirus cases across the UK has revealed which areas of Romsey and its surroundings have some of the highest rates of infection.
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Romsey Hospital issues official advice to patients to help tackle coronavirus over lockdown

THE ROMSEY hospital has released official guidance to their patients to help stop coronavirus spreading before the UK is plunged into a second lockdown.
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Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, Romsey, will remain open in second lockdown, Hampshire County Council confirms

FAMOUS Romsey gardens will remain open as the UK is thrown into a second lockdown to help stop coronavirus spreading.
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The Battle of Hastings studied in a different way in one Hampshire school

TO commemorate the anniversary of the Battle of Hastings, Year 7 pupils from Stroud School in Romsey re-enacted the battle as a cross-curricular activity between the Modern Foreign Languages and History departments.
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Town hall to shut its doors this week amid coronavirus lockdown

Romsey's Town Hall will be closed to the public from Thursday (November 5), it has been revealed.
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Trump v Biden - Latest from the 2020 US Election

Donald Trump has hailed a “big win” and accused his opponents of “trying to steal the election”, while Joe Biden has stressed the tight race is not over and that his campaign for the presidency is still “on track” for victory.
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Coronavirus November 3: 334 new cases in Hampshire

MORE than 330 new positive cases have been recorded in Hampshire.
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Child poverty protesters target Romsey and Southampton North MP, Caroline Nokes, over free school meals

CHILD poverty campaigners staged a protest outside a Romsey MPs office after she voted against providing free school meals for children over the school holidays.
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Council objects to '80 high-quality' holiday lodges in Hill Farm Caravan Park near Romsey

A COUNCIL has objected to plans to create "80 high-quality" holiday lodges in a caravan park near Romsey, fearing the site will become overdeveloped.
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Romsey snappers capture nature’s beauty

Despite the pandemic, Viewfinders of Romsey Camera Club has begun its 2020/21 session and recently held its annual Nature Trophy competition online.
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Hampshire police dish out 92 fines for Halloween Covid breaches

HAMPSHIRE police issued 92 on-the-spot fines over Halloween weekend as people flouted rules aimed at curbing the spread of coronavirus.
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Road rage attacker wearing red football shirt punched man in face near M27

A ROAD rage attacker in a red football shirt punched another driver in the face near the M27.
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Romsey Advertiser delivery deal back for new lockdown

Get Romsey news delivered to you for free in lockdown
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Coronavirus: Hampshire school staff worried over 'social distancing'

THE government is being urged to protect school staff in Hampshire amid claims that social distancing is “very difficult”.
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Firefighters attend bush fire in Holbury

Firefighters from Hardley were called to reports of a bush fire in Holbury in the early hours of this morning (Nov 3rd).
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Recycling centres to remain open in second lockdown, Hampshire County Council confirms

RECYCLING centres across Hampshire are set to remain open as the UK is plunged into a second lockdown to help stop coronavirus spreading.
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Car park fees scrapped this week in Romsey and Test Valley over second coronavirus lockdown

CAR PARKING charges are set to be scrapped across Romsey and Test Valley in a bid to help residents during the second national lockdown.
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Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service release top tips for staying safe this Bonfire Night

WITH Bonfire Night just around the corner, fire chiefs have issued advice to families in a bid to keep everyone safe amid the coronavirus crisis.
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Chandler's Ford estate agent receives national award

AN ESTATE agents has been awarded 'exceptional' status at a recent awards ceremony.
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LETTER: Remembrance Day arrangements in Romsey

On behalf of Romsey Town Mayor, Cllr Janet Burnage, I am writing to inform you of the arrangements for Remembrance Sunday
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First part of term hailed a success at Romsey Abbey C of E Primary School

A ROMSEY school has hailed the first part of their autumn term as a success while pupils enjoy their half-term break.
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Haunted Halloween quiz - could you get them all right?

Could you guess all 15 questions of our big Halloween quiz correctly?
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Vandals target doctor’s car on Mountbatten Avenue, Romsey

A Romsey NHS worker who has been working flat out to respond to the coronavirus crisis has been left feeling scared and “unprotected” by police after four of her car windows were smashed in while she was asleep.
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Masala Madness bars MP Caroline Nokes over free meals row

A takeaway in Swaythling has barred MP Caroline Nokes from entering its premises and using their service in a bid to show their discontent over the Government’s refusal to extend free school meals.
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Vandals target doctor’s car on Mountbatten Avenue, Romsey

A Romsey NHS worker who has been working flat out to respond to the coronavirus crisis has been left feeling scared and “unprotected” by police after four of her car windows were smashed in while she was asleep.
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Plans for holiday lodges at Hill Farm Caravan Park, Romsey

RESIDENTS have voiced their support for plans to create 80 “high-quality” holiday lodges in a caravan park near Romsey, saying they are needed to save businesses in the heart of a village.
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Drug driver banned and fined £1,000

AS well as being banned, a drug driver has been fined £1,000 for driving over the legal limit.
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Romsey Hospital and surgery issues official advice to patients to help tackle coronavirus

A ROMSEY hospital and GP have released official guidance to their patients to help stop coronavirus spreading as the winter approaches.
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Embley, near Romsey, unveils new uniform

A TEST Valley school has unveiled its new uniform this autumn.
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Romsey Men's Shed is back in action this weekend

A ROMSEY men's group will be back in action this weekend.
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Hampshire emergency services work together on bonfire night

EMERGENCY services are joining forces to help keep people safe this bonfire and fireworks season.
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Map reveals coronavirus infection rates in and around Romsey and Test Valley

A MAP of coronavirus cases across the UK has revealed which areas of Romsey and its surroundings have some of the highest rates of infection.
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Fly-tipper is slapped with fine totalling more than £1,000 after dumping rubbish near Romsey

A FLY-TIPPER has been slapped with a fine totalling more than £1,000 after illegally dumping rubbish near Romsey.
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Aldi's plans to extend delivery hours in Romsey are withdrawn

A BUDGET supermarket's plans to extend its delivery hours in Romsey have been withdrawn, it has been revealed.
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Romsey firefighters race to warehouse to tackle leaking chemical drum

FIREFIGHTERS from Romsey raced to a warehouse to tackle a leaking chemical drum.
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Salisbury man arrested on suspicion of a drugs supply offence near Romsey

A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of a drugs supply offence near Romsey.
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Services launched to feed children in Hampshire and Southampton

SERVICES to feed children during the half-term week are now up and running as civic chiefs and residents have pulled together.
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VIDEO: Fire at building site near Chandler's Ford Asda

A HUGE fire took hold of a construction site last night after more than a dozen portacarbin went up in flames.
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Romsey foodbank manager criticises Government after MPs reject Marcus Rashford's free school meals motion

THE manager of a Romsey foodbank has criticised the Government after MPs rejected a bid to have free school meals for vulnerable children extended through the coming holidays.
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Driver banned for not helping the police

A DRIVER was not in court to hear he has been banned from the road for failing to help police.
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Residents voice views on 80 holiday lodges at Hill Farm Caravan Park near Romsey

RESIDENTS have voiced their views on plans to create "80 high-quality" holiday lodges in a caravan park near Romsey.
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Plans for dog grooming business near Romsey

PLANS for a dog grooming business close to Romsey could be given the green light by planning chiefs.
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List: Romsey businesses offering free hot meals to children

ROMSEY businesses are pulling together to help support those in need this half-term.
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Plans for dog grooming business near Romsey could be approved by Test Valley Borough Council

PLANS for a dog grooming business close to Romsey could be given the green light by planning chiefs.
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Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service release top tips for staying safe this Halloween

WITH Halloween creeping closer, fire chiefs have issued advice to families in a bid to keep everyone safe amid the coronavirus crisis.
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Covid-19 warning: Residents in at-risk groups urged to stay safe

RESIDENTS who are most at risk from coronavirus are being urged to take a few extra steps to stay safe.
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Seven detained after armed forces board Nave Andromeda

SEVEN people have been detained after armed forces personnel boarded an oil tanker off the Isle of Wight, following reports its crew had been threatened by stowaways.
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Haunted hotels in Hampshire to stay in this Halloween

From a green lady, a ghosts that sinks into floorboards, here are some of Hampshire’s eeriest and most haunted places to stay.
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Police attacked at property in Chandler's Ford

A MAN has been charged after two police officers were attacked.
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Hampshire Police slammed for cancelling investigations

HAMPSHIRE Constabulary is one of many police forces under the spotlight for wrongly cancelling reported crime records in relation to rape and sexual offences.
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Confirmed Covid cases in Hampshire schools this past week

CORONAVIRUS cases have been confirmed in a further 20 schools over the last week.
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Campaign stepping up to save Hampshire chalk streams from pollution

A CAMPAIGN to help save chalk streams is gathering pace.
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Romsey business owners voice fears over short 'circuit breaker' and new national lockdown amid coronavirus

“Many more” High Street businesses could fail if there are any new enforced closures because of lockdowns this year, a Romsey businessman has warned.
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MP for Romsey and Southampton North, Caroline Nokes, rejects Marcus Rashford's free school meals campaign

Romsey’s MP voted against a bid to have free school meals for vulnerable children extended through the coming holidays.
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Nature will guide us through in Romsey

Moving beyond….
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Living with coronavirus in Romsey and Test Valley

FAMILIES from across Romsey and Test Valley have continued to remain positive as our 31st week dealing with the pandemic comes to a close.
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Covid secure Poppy Appeal launched in South Hampshire

THE POPPY Appeal has launched again in South Hampshire with communities asked to offer their support in a new way.
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Plans for indoor horse arena for Blackwater Equestrian near Romsey could soon be approved

PLANS for an indoor equestrian centre near Romsey could be given the green light in a matter of weeks.
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Sherborne House Nursery, Chandler’s Ford, is recognised as top 20 in the south east

A HAMPSHIRE nursery has been recognised as one of the top 20 recommended nurseries in the south east.
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Romsey C of E Primary School pupils held elections for school councillors and eco warriors

STAFF and pupils at a Romsey primary school have been learning about democracy and how elections are run.
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Fly-tippers plead guilty to dumping waste near Romsey

TWO fly-tippers have been ordered to pay almost £3,000 after a council investigation.
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Two fly-tippers ordered to pay nearly £3,000 after dumping rubbish in Romsey

TWO fly-tippers have been ordered to pay nearly £3,000 following an investigation by Test Valley Borough Council (TVBC).
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Firefighters race to King's Somborne after man became trapped

FIREFIGHTERS raced to cut a man free after he became trapped underneath an agricultural roller.
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Map reveals coronavirus infection rates in and around Romsey and Test Valley

A MAP of coronavirus cases across the UK has revealed which areas of Romsey and its surroundings have some of the highest rates of infection.
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Wessex Heartbeat coffers boosted to the tune of £7,000

CYCLISTS across Hampshire have raised more than £7,000 for regional charity Wessex Heartbeat.
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Members of Hampshire Police Serious Organised Crime Unit 'sent fake porn images of royal family'

Members of a “toxic” police unit sent “explicit and highly offensive” fake pornographic images of the royal family to a work’s WhatsApp group, a disciplinary hearing has heard.
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Hampshire Police on scene of crash on A3 near Petersfield

POLICE are dealing with a serious crash after a driver went the wrong way up a busy Hampshire road.
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