Friday, 30 April 2021

Spice of Romsey owner 'worried' by latest crime wave

THE owner of a takeaway, which was broken into only last week, says he is “worried” at the recent spate of anti-social behaviour and crime that seems to be engulfing Romsey.
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Pile of rubbish, including asbestos, dumped near Romsey

Piles of wood and asbestos have been illegally fly-tipped by “selfish, abhorrent individuals” on a road in the Romsey area.
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Monday, 26 April 2021

Five teens given notices after dispersal powers in Romsey

FIVE teenagers were handed notices by police for causing anti-social behaviour in Romsey over the weekend.
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Sunday, 25 April 2021

Lollipop man and former Securicor driver Terry Burnell has died

A WIFE of more than three decades has paid tribute to her ‘rock’ who continued to serve as a Hampshire school lollipop man until days before his recent death, aged 81.
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Friday, 23 April 2021

Mitchell Cooper ordered to pay an extra £540 for fly-tipping

A 35-year-old man who was fined £23,000 for five fly-tipping offences around Nursling and Baddesley has been ordered to pay another £540.
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8 differences between April 12 and May 17 lockdown rules

What will the next stage of lockdown easing involve?
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Dispersal powers launched in Romsey following rise in anti-social behaviour

DISPERSAL powers have been launched in Romsey's town centre, following a rise in anti-social behaviour.
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Covid deaths map Romsey and surrounding areas: A breakdown by postcode

THE number of coronavirus-related deaths in every postcode area in Romsey and the surrounding towns and villages has been revealed.
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Music fans can still buy tickets to Park Proms in Romsey this summer

MUSIC lovers are being reminded they can still buy tickets to a popular festival at a famous Romsey estate this summer.
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Romsey Town Council condemns 'racist' stickers found around Romsey

AN "ABHORRENT far-right group" has been condemned by Romsey Town Council after "racist" stickers were found plastered around town - as police investigate.
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No evidence of sex attack on girl in Chandler's Ford found in Hampshire police investigation

POLICE have confirmed "no offences" have been uncovered following reports of an 11-year-old girl who was allegedly sexually assaulted in Chandler's Ford.
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Crimestoppers launches campaign to tackle catalytic converter crime in Hampshire

HAMPSHIRE residents are being warned to keep an eye on their cars, after a rise in thieves targeting vehicles to steal catalytic converters.
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Thursday, 22 April 2021

Dad took life after Child Maintenance claims, inquest hears

A father was “hounded” by the Child Maintenance Service (CMS) for money he did not owe in the months before he took his own life, a pre-inquest review heard.
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The 10 Test Valley areas that are nearly Covid-free

THE 10 Test Valley areas that are nearly Covid-free have been revealed in new Government data.
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M3 arrest of Amport man leads to police bringing drugs charges

A MAN arrested after police stopped him on the M3 has been charged with drug offences.
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Romsey man with kilo of cannabis appears at Southampton Crown Court

A DRUG dealer caught with more than a kilo of cannabis has narrowly avoided being sent to prison.
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Police warn catalytic converter crime is 'on the rise' after vehicle is targeted in Romsey

POLICE are warning drivers catalytic converter crimes are on the rise after a vehicle was targeted in Romsey.
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Wednesday, 21 April 2021

Tributes continue to flood in for Prince Philip from in and around Romsey

A LEADING figure at a Romsey estate has paid tribute to Prince Philip - a man who "truly enhanced life".
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Tickets could be cheaper for The Romsey Show as coronavirus restrictions ease

REVELLERS who are eager to flock to Romsey's famous country show in September should be able to get their hands on cheaper tickets, an official has revealed.
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Test Valley Crematorium manager takes on 100 laps challenge for Captain Sir Tom Moore charity

A TEST Valley crematorium is honouring Captain Sir Tom Moore by raising money in his memory on what would have been his 101st birthday.
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Chilworth motorbike 'gang' sought after fleeing Hampshire police

POLICE are looking to track down around 20 motorcyclists who fled from officers after they were confronted at the weekend.
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Romsey firefighters rush to large hay bale fire in town

ROMSEY firefighters rushed to a large hay bale fire in town yesterday (April 20).
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What can people do after easing of lockdown rules on May 17?

Last week, non-essential stores, barbers, gyms and more reopened as the nation welcomed a significant milestone in the government's roadmap to lifting lockdown restrictions.
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Romsey's newest bar, The Exchange, opens to drinkers as coronavirus restrictions ease

ROMSEY'S newest bar has opened its doors to customers and it seems to be already proving a hit with residents.
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Leaders slam man who sexually assaulted teenage boy in Eling Recreational Ground

OUTRAGED leaders have slammed a "despicable" man who sexually assaulted a teenage boy in broad daylight in Totton at the weekend.
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Tuesday, 20 April 2021

The Romsey Show set to go ahead this year as coronavirus restrictions ease

A FAMOUS country show that reels in thousands of revellers every year is set to go ahead this September, organisers have revealed.
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Totton sexual assault: Police hunt suspect who targeted boy

POLICE are on the hunt for a man who sexually assaulted a teenage boy in broad daylight in Totton at the weekend.
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Chilworth motorbike 'gang' sought after fleeing police

POLICE are looking to track down a gang of motorcyclists who fled from officers after they were confronted at the weekend.
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Boomtown 2021 event cancelled by 'devastated' organisers

BOOMTOWN Fair 2021 has been cancelled, devastated organisers have revealed.
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Monday, 19 April 2021

New electricity substation in Wellow could be approved by Test Valley Borough Council

AN ELECTRICITY substation that Test Valley residents fear will "severely impact a heritage site" could be given the green light by planning chiefs.
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Romsey streets with the most recorded car crimes

WITH more of us working from home during the pandemic, ours cars have spent more time than ever parked up in Romsey.
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Hampshire police seize cannabis found in North Baddesley vehicle

POLICE have seized a large amount of cannabis in a Test Valley village at the weekend.
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The 10 Test Valley areas that are nearly Covid-free

THE 10 Test Valley areas that are nearly Covid-free have been revealed in new Government data.
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Three-year ban for drink driver caught in Mini on A31

A THREE-YEAR ban has followed a man being caught driving with excess alcohol.
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Fire rips through dry woodland near Romsey

FIREFIGHTERS tackled a blaze that tore through dry woodland last night.
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WATCH: First look inside Romsey's newest micropub, the Cocky Anchor

A NEW nautical-themed micropub in Romsey has opened its doors to drinkers as coronavirus restrictions eased.
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Saturday, 17 April 2021

Thursday, 15 April 2021

Prince Philip's visits to Romsey and Hampshire

From playing as a child at Broadlands, through to the launch of Britannia in 2015; the self-professed “worlds most experienced plaque unveiler” had a long and well-established relationship with Hampshire.
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Romsey Country Market set to make full return this month

TRADERS at a popular Romsey market are itching to start selling all their products again as lockdown restrictions continue to ease.
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Delays after crash on M27 near Cadnam

A CRASH has blocked on lane of a Hampshire motorway causing delays.
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Cocky Anchor micropub, Romsey, poised to open its doors to thirsty customers today

A NEW nautical-themed micropub in Romsey is set to open its doors to eager customers today as coronavirus restrictions ease.
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Romsey businesses reflect on first days back after coronavirus restrictions ease

ROMSEY and Test Valley business owners have reflected on their first few days of serving customers again now lockdown restrictions have significantly eased.
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'Stupid' vandals who destroyed a car's wing mirror are slammed by Romsey resident

"STUPID" vandals who destroyed a car's wing mirror in Romsey have been criticised by a town centre resident.
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Kutchenhaus relocates to Abbey Hotel in Romsey

A KITCHEN store in Romsey has relocated to a former hotel in the heart of town.
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Wednesday, 14 April 2021

Five Test Valley council staff earn more than £100k a year

Five council employees took home £100,000 or more last year, it has been revealed.
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Andover driver, 19, reported for summons after police stop

A TEST Valley man has been reported for summons for allegedly "driving erratically" without a license and insurance.
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The two Test Valley areas where coronavirus cases are rising

CORONAVIRUS cases in two Test Valley areas are rising, new figures have revealed.
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Calls to tackle 'rape culture' after nearly 40 sexual misconduct exclusions in Hampshire

SCHOOLS in Hampshire excluded pupils for sexual misconduct on dozens of occasions in just one year, figures reveal.
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Police seize stolen van found in Romsey

POLICE have seized a stolen van that was found in Romsey this week, following tip-offs from the public.
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Long-running dispute over guards on South Western Railway finally settled

RAILWAY workers have accepted a deal to end a long-running dispute over guards on trains.
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Romsey Met Office weekend weather forecast as pubs return

AFTER pubs and restaurants reopened to thirsty customers across Romsey on Monday, many people will be thinking about heading to their local for a well-deserved pint at the weekend.
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Woman who visited Romsey's Broadlands during Prince Philip's honeymoon pays tribute to Duke of Edinburgh

A NORTH Baddesley woman who visited Broadlands during the Queen and Prince Philip's honeymoon has paid tribute to the Duke of Edinburgh - believing he has been "an absolute rock for the Queen".
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Tuesday, 13 April 2021

Romsey leaders condemn 'horrid' and 'racist' stickers

"Horrid" and "racist" stickers plastered around Romsey have prompted three political parties to condemn the culprits, as police investigate.
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No police action after driver, 87, crashes through wall in Romsey

POLICE will take no further action against a pensioner after he ploughed a car through a wall and into a conservatory.
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Over 40s invited for Covid jab ‘from today’ as UK reaches vaccine milestone

All adults in the UK aged over 50 have now been offered a first dose of a coronavirus vaccine.
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Coronavirus: Drivers will now have to pay to park in Romsey

DRIVERS will now have to pay to park their cars across Test Valley after charges were scrapped for months.
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Monday, 12 April 2021

Police patrol Romsey after a rise in damage and antisocial behaviour

PATROLS have been increased in a town centre after a rise in damage and antisocial behaviour.
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The 10 Test Valley areas that are nearly Covid-free

THE 10 Test Valley areas that are nearly Covid-free have been revealed in new Government data.
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Man, 29, charged after car hit wall near Hurstbourne Tarrant

POLICE have confirmed that the man arrested after a car hit a wall near Hurstbourne Tarrant on Saturday has now been charged.
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Romsey conservatory destroyed after man, 87, crashed

A PENSIONER ploughed a car through a wall before crashing into a conservatory in Romsey last week, it has been revealed.
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Pubs, gyms, hairdressers and more reopen today across Hampshire

TODAY, hundreds of businesses across Southampton and Hampshire have reopened for the first time this year - including pubs, gyms and hairdressers.
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Green light for Southampton Airport extension brings mixed reaction

APPROVAL of plans to expand the runway at Southampton Airport has caused waves of mixed reaction among local parties, MPs and campaigners.
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Inside the cheapest property for sale in Hampshire

Whilst the end of terrace house is requiring modernisation, it could be the perfect home for first time buyers who want to take on a project.
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Friday, 9 April 2021

Romsey's town hall set to reopen next week

ROMSEY'S town hall is set to reopen on Monday as England continues to ease out of lockdown.
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Has your water bill gone up? We’re here to help

While everyone’s been at home more, we’ve all been using more water – your bill may have gone up as a result.
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Test Valley leaders pay tribute to Prince Philip

TWO Test Valley leaders have paid tribute to the Duke of Edinburgh after it was confirmed by Buckingham Palace he passed away.
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Tributes pour in after palace announces death of Prince Philip

TRIBUTES have begun pouring in after it was announced that The Duke of Edinburgh has died.
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Why Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, had a special link to Romsey

THE Duke of Edinburgh has died, Buckingham Palace has confirmed, but some readers may not know he had a special link to Romsey.
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Prince Phillip has died aged 99

The Duke of Edinburgh has died, Buckingham Palace has announced.
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Thursday, 8 April 2021

Robbers tied up Stockbridge homeowner in terrifying ordeal

AN ELDERLY woman was bound to her stairs and had a pillowcase thrown over her head while men ransacked her home, stealing family heirlooms including a Military Cross medal.
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Leaders hit out at vandals who damaged four cars in Romsey

LEADERS have hit out at vandals who damaged four cars in Romsey at the weekend - with one councillor claiming a group is bent on causing "mayhem through the town".
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Photos: Hop, skip and jump into April in Romsey

WITH more freedoms on the horizon on Monday, many of you will be looking forward to a long-awaited trip to the pub and shopping spree.
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Car destroys conservatory after crash through wall in Romsey

A CAR has crashed through a wall, destroying a conservatory at a town property.
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Coronavirus: Six more deaths recorded across Hampshire

A FURTHER six patients with coronavirus have died in Hampshire during the last three days.
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Mystery bulb display sparks whodunnit in Romsey

A beautiful flower display that appeared out of the blue in Romsey has sparked a bit of a whodunnit.
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Driving tests to resume this month DVSA confirm - when you can book

Demand for driving tests is expected to soar with the lockdown restrictions halting lessons and tests for much of the past 12 months.
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Wednesday, 7 April 2021

Plans for five houses near Romsey, proposed by Doswell Projects Ltd, are approved

PLANS to build five houses near Romsey have been given the go-ahead after a debate erupted over the "small gardens".
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The Test Valley areas where the most people have had the vaccine

THE areas in and around Romsey where the most people have received the coronavirus vaccines have been revealed.
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WalkSafe app reveals the most dangerous places to walk in Romsey

A SAFETY app has been helping residents choose better routes by avoiding 'high crime zones' in Romsey.
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Man arrested in Ampfield on suspicion of drug dealing

A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of importing and supplying cannabis after police executed a raid in a village near Romsey last night.
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Police on the hunt for vandals after four cars are damaged in Romsey

POLICE are on the hunt for vandals after four cars were damaged in Romsey.
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Tuesday, 6 April 2021

Romsey's pub and bar owners raring to reopen next week as lockdown eases

PUB and bar owners across Romsey and Test Valley are raring to reopen to customers on Monday as England eases out of lockdown.
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What you need to know about the travel traffic light system as lockdown eases

AFTER Boris Johnson announced a new traffic light system for international travel in a bid to control coronavirus spreading, many are wondering what this means.
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How Romsey Covid infections have changed since schools reopened

COVID infection rates across Romsey and Test Valley are still falling since schools reopened as part of the roadmap out of lockdown.
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Motorists facing delays after crash on M27 near Fareham

MOTORISTS are facing delays this morning after a crash on the M27.
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What you CAN do from April 12 when coronavirus restrictions ease

Lockdown restrictions in England are set to be relaxed even further next week so that shops, hairdressers and pub beer gardens can reopen.
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Police warn public on Nottingham Knockers across Test Valley

Police in Test Valley have warned residents that ‘Nottingham Knockers’ are still in the area following numerous reports last week.
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New driving laws coming into effect in April

Here are the confirmed and proposed law changes that will affect drivers in April.
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'It’s going to be really difficult': Hampshire police face tough summer

POLICE OFFICERS are likely to be stretched even further this summer, the Hampshire Federation has warned.
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Monday, 5 April 2021

What to do if you haven't filled in the 2021 census yet: 11 myths

Census Day 2021 may have been and gone – but that doesn't mean you've escaped doing it if you missed filling out your form.
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Naomi House's Clarendon Way Walk call for fundraisers to take part

WALKERS are being urged to take part in Naomi House and Jacksplace’s flagship fundraising event.
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The 5 rules you need to know when pubs reopen next week as lockdown eases

WITH just one week to go before pubs can reopen to thirsty customers, many are wondering what the new rules will be.
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The 11 Test Valley areas that are nearly Covid-free

THE 11 Test Valley areas that are nearly Covid-free have been revealed in new Government data.
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MISSING: Search launched for Hampshire teen

A SEARCH has been launched to find a missing teenager.
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Everywhere you can fly from Southampton Airport this summer

THIS summer, coronavirus restrictions are set to be lifted.
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Sunday, 4 April 2021

Strictly star Craig Revel Horwood's home up for sale

HERE'S your chance to take a look inside the home of Strictly Come Dancing's Craig Revel Horwood.
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Thursday, 1 April 2021

Businessman hits out at fly-tipper for dumping mattresses across Romsey parking bays

A BUSINESSMAN has hit out at a fly-tipper who dumped a pile of rubbish across two parking bays in Romsey at the weekend.
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All together during Easter in Romsey and Test Valley

WITH families cracking out the Easter eggs and lockdown restrictions loosening, everyone appears that much happier this week.
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Plans to expand Southampton Airport divides Test Valley leaders

PLANS to expand Southampton Airport are “vital” for the connectivity of Romsey and the wider area, according to the deputy leader of Test Valley Borough Council.
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Police arrest 17-year-old Totton boy on suspicion of burglary

POLICE have arrested a 17-year-old boy from Totton on suspicion of burglary after jumping over several fences today.
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The 10 Test Valley areas that are nearly Covid-free

THE 10 Test Valley areas that are nearly Covid-free have been revealed in new Government data.
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Hampshire man given domestic violence court order

A HAMPSHIRE man has been given a court order for domestic violence.
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Further 29 Hampshire schools report coronavirus cases

A TOTAL of 29 Hampshire schools have recorded at least one Covid-19 case in the past ten days.
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Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service launched

TWO fire services bordering the Solent have combined to form a new organisation.
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