Hampshire man downloaded thousands of child abuse images

A PAEDOPHILE caught with thousands of images of children being abused claimed he has “never liked the internet”, a court heard.
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Wilder Romsey initiative launched with public meeting

THE launch of a new project to improve Romsey’s environment was held at the Plaza Theatre last Sunday, when around 70 residents gathered to hear more about what community driven “wilding” looks like and how they can get involved.
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Southern Vectis supporting World Breastfeeding Week

WORLD Breastfeeding Week starts today (Sunday) and Southern Vectis has got on board to say nursing mothers are welcome on their buses.
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Bright Horizons’ North Baddesley children enjoy water play

NORTH Baddesley children have embraced water play during the recent heatwave.
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Tech firms in Basingstoke hold event to inspire pupils

BASINGSTOKE firms have come together to inspire students to consider careers in science, technology and engineering.
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Fuel thief led police on 80mph chase through Southampton

A HAMPSHIRE man drove like a lunatic during a police chase which ended in a four-car pile-up, a court heard.
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Only fraction of Hampshire rape cases result in charge

LESS than five per cent of rape investigations in Hampshire last year resulted in a charge, new data has shown.
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Calls for motorway speed limits to be cut in certain weather

Of the UK drivers surveyed, 17% wanted the maximum legal speed in wet conditions cut to 65mph.
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Test Valley Liberal Democrats hit out at Southern Water

LOCAL Liberal Democrats are calling on Southern Water to clean up its act following the recent court case.
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LETTER: Technology is not an issue to stop cars on The Hundred

SIR: I really do not see that technology is an issue for stopping cars using the Hundred at controlled times. Many car parks now have automatic number plate recognition systems to record cars entering. A similar system could record anybody driving down the Hundred between 10am and 4pm and issue a fixed penalty notice, just like an overstay in a car park.
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Romsey Men’s Shed collecting empty blister packets for Marie Curie

MEMBERS of Romsey Men’s Shed (RMS) are creating something good from their ailments. They are collecting their empty medicine blister packs and taking them to Superdrug pharmacy which has teamed up with TerraCycle (P) to recycle them.
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Sandpit Wood, Sherfield English, fatal fire in 1941

IT IS interesting how attitudes to protecting children have changed in recent times. Some years ago I was reading The Tale of Mrs Tiggy-Winkle to my granddaughter and what caught her attention was that four-year-old Lucy could go for a walk up the hill called Catbells without first seeking her mother’s permission. Nowadays, the idea of a four-year-old going off on her own would be completely unacceptable.
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More than 60 care home residents died with Covid in Romsey

MORE than 60 care home residents across the Romsey area died with coronavirus, new figures have revealed.
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ANGLO-SAXON coin found in Hampshire set to make £200,000 at auction

An Anglo-Saxon coin discovered by a metal detectorist is set to fetch up to £200,000 at auction.
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How many in Test Valley have been told to self-isolate?

THOUSANDS of people in Test Valley were contacted by the NHS Covid-19 app and told to isolate in the latest week, figures reveal.
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LETTER: Mend our pavements in Romsey, please!

SIR: Romsey residents for the last year have endured the unsightly red and white barriers blocking The Hundred to vehicles, a shameful blot on our market town.
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Brits told to prepare for 40C summer temperatures across the UK

The UK is starting to see increasingly extreme temperatures and it is unlikely to change.
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Solent Concert Orchestra summer concert

Solent Concert Orchestra summer concert
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Police searching for missing Melanie Hayman

Can you help police find missing Melanie Hayman from Chandlers Ford?
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Hampshire Constabulary recruit new sniffer dog

HE IS Hampshire's newest member of the police force - and he might just be the cutest too.
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More cases revealed in latest Isle of Wight Covid update

MORE cases of Covid-19 have been confirmed on the Isle of Wight, according to the latest data.
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Café Mambo Ibiza comes to Romsey this summer

Café Mambo Ibiza will stage an evening of music from the popular party island for an outdoor event at Embley Park, Romsey.
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Video of Fawley Power Station being blown up

Part of a Hampshire industrial site has been blown up this morning.
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Storm Evert will see wind batter Southampton and Hampshire

A MET Office weather warning for wind has been issued for Southampton.
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A CITROEN HATCH REVIVAL

The e-C4 brings a dose of Citroen individuality to the EV part of the family hatchback segment. The looks have a crossover vibe, the range is a reasonable 217 miles and the cabin is the most comfortable in the class. If you're fed up with clinical family EVs, here's one that might charm you.
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INNOVATIVE AND VERSATILE

Volkswagen’s Caddy van has always rewarded buyers looking for the largest breed of compact van with a quality feel and a depth of design engineering often missing from obvious rivals. Back in 2015, with a more efficient Euro6 engine range, this improved version of the MK3 Type 2K model added a very frugal set of running cost returns to the mix, along with sharper looks, extra technology and class-leading safety.
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SPACIOUS ELECTRIC SUV

The first production Audi built on the Volkswagen Group MEB platform for volume all-electric cars is this model, the Q4 e-tron. This compact-to-mid-sized crossover is pricier of course than other similarly-sized full-battery-powered SUVs from the Wolfsburg conglomerate, but it delivers a much more up-market feel that'll help ease you into your new electrified phase of motoring ownership.
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A CITROEN HATCH REVIVAL

The e-C4 adds a bit of colour to the EV part of the family hatch segment, thinks Jonathan Crouch.
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Mayor of Test Valley congratulates Tonic Analytics for prestigious Queen’s Award

TONIC Analytics, a data analytics company at the University of Southampton Science Park, has been awarded the prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise – for International Trade.
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Win a pair of Isle of Wight Festival tickets

THIS summer, cinch presents The Isle of Wight Festival, which returns to its home in Seaclose Park from September 16 to 19.
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Public urged online as Hampshire ambulance calls increase

AN AMBULANCE Trust is encouraging people to use 111 online for medical advice as amount of emergency calls increases.
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Drug driver stopped on M27 handed four year ban

A MAN has been banned from the roads for four years for drug driving on a Hampshire motorway.
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Mandatory Covid tests could be scrapped for the fully vaccinated on August 16

People who have been double jabbed will no longer have to self-isolate when coming into contact with positive cases from August 16.
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Inquest opened into death of woman after fall at home

AN inquest has been opened into the death of an elderly woman from Chandler’s Ford who fell at home.
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Opposed Sandhill Farm application is approved by council

PLANS to move a static caravan was given approval, despite objections.
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Wessex Bike Repairs to service Chandlers Ford and beyond

Residents across Romsey, North Baddesley, Chandlers Ford and Eastleigh no longer have to wait weeks for bike services and repairs as a new shop opens up.
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Barker-Mill appoint three new trustees to charitable foundation

Barker-Mill say they are delighted to welcome three new trustees to the Barker-Mill family.
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Driver avoids jail after hitting and killing pensioner in Totton

A HAMPSHIRE woman died after being knocked down by a driver distracted by her phone.
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Met Office predicts lightning for Hampshire tomorrow

LIGHTNING is set to light up the skies tomorrow, official have predicted.
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Former Hampshire doctor convicted for series of sex offences

An ex doctor has been convicted of a series of sexual offences against five young people in Brighton, West Sussex, Hampshire and the West Midlands
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Almost 70 children in Hampshire given gun licences

69 children in Hampshire have been authorised to use guns, new figures show
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Scores of Hampshire youths given gun licences

MORE THAN 60 children in Hampshire have been granted licences which allow them to use guns, figures show.
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Man found guilty of string of rapes and sexual assaults in Hampshire

A MAN has been found guilty of multiple rapes and sexual assaults in Hampshire.
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Hampshire taskforce launched to tackle anti-social behaviour

A NEW taskforce is being launched to tackle anti-social behaviour across the county.
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Warning to people shopping at Tesco, Asda, Aldi, Lidl, Morrisons or Sainsbury's

Richard Burnett, chief executive of the Road Haulage Association, said the country is “facing a collapse” of the food chain.
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Summer Screens: Films at Houghton Lodge, Hampshire

FILM lovers can indulge in some great pictures in the glorious setting of Houghton Lodge Gardens this September.
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Romsey School pupils learn about all things cash in dedicated week to finances

Year 7 students at Romsey School have delved into the wonderful art of money management this week.
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Interactive map shows Scout leaders convicted of child abuse

For decades, kids have joined the Scouts in the hope of experiencing new adventures but instead, many endured horrific sexual abuse.
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Man charged after serious assault in Romsey

A MAN has been arrested following an assault in Romsey which left the victim seriously injured.
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Hampshire police named on Everyone's Invited after allegations of sexual harassment

Hampshire constabulary has been named by Everyone's Invited, following allegations by an ex-officer of sexual harassment.
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WASPI call for action after the government failed pensioners

Women from Romsey, Winchester and Southampton are calling for the government to urgently pay compensation to women affected by the change in retirement age.
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Romsey Festival's 12th year has come to an end

The flag has been lowered and the Choral Evensong finale marked the end of the successful two-week Romsey Festival.
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North Baddesley Infant School celebrate Covid heroes with art

North Baddesley Infant School along with 10,000 schools from across the country, will take part in the Royal Mail Stamp Design Competition.
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Could these big cats still be on the loose in Hampshire?

ARE they just urban myths or could there really be creatures as exotic as black panthers and pumas roaming our countryside?
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Universal Credit: 660,000 NHS and key workers will see income slashed

On September 30 this year, millions will see their £20-a-week increase in Universal Credit end.
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Lightning-hit Ace Liftaway pays tribute to firefighters and staff who tackled blaze

A BUSINESS has thanked firefighters and staff for tackling a massive fire near Romsey.
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IN THE COURTS: 11 people who have appeared at Southampton Magistrates' Court

THE FOLLOWING cases were heard at Southampton Magistrates’ Court...
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Milk and More food delivery under fire from angry customers

CUSTOMERS across Romsey have taken to social media for advice after not receiving deliveries from a well know food delivery company, Milk and More.
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Test Valley School celebrate students success

Test Valley School, Stockbridge are sharing their successes as the school year comes to an end.
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County council thanks community for efforts throughout pandemic

SIR: With many of the national Covid-19 restrictions now eased and a cautious return to freedoms we have long been missing, I would like to take the opportunity to thank your readers for all that they have done over the past year and more, and for the personal sacrifices made to keep each other and our communities safe across Hampshire.
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Listed: Primary schools in Hampshire rated 'inadequate' or 'requires improvement' by Ofsted

OFSTED inspects and rates all state schools across England to judge the quality of education pupils are receiving.
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A record 618,903 people in England and Wales pinged by NHS Covid app in a week

It comes after Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarten said there will be a “very narrow” list of sectors whose workers will be exempt from isolation rules.
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Yokesford Hill industrial estate fire involves household waste

A huge fire broke out at a waste centre in Yokesford Hill Industrial Estate near Romsey in the early hours of Saturday morning.
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Letter explaining Test Valley Borough Council's credit scheme

SIR: I noted with interest the letters from Brian Adey in your papers from July 2 and July 16 around the scheme that TVBC has devised alongside Roke Manor Ltd to ensure nitrate neutrality for future building developments.
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Cow Common beauty spot parking closed off after being swamped by visitors

Closure of Cow Common
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Exclusive look inside seafront property on sale for £1.65m

The dreamy property could easily be mistaken for a European holiday home and it could be all yours for £1.65 million.
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STI calculator reveals how ‘at risk’ Hampshire residents are

New research has revealed that Hampshire has some of the highest sexually transmitted infection rates in the South of England.
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Magnificent Flying Machines returns to the Army Flying Museum this summer

Summer fun for the kids at the Test Valley Flying Museum this summer.
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Weddings to be cancelled if bride or groom pinged by NHS Covid-19 app

Downing Street has said it is “crucial” that people self-isolate after receiving an alert from the NHS Covid-19 app.
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Urgent warning over DPD scam targeting people across the UK

Shoppers across the country have become more dependent on parcel delivery services such as Royal Mail, DPD and Hermes.
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New Covid-19 variant detected in the UK

The variant, known as B.1.621, was designated a variant under investigation on Wednesday.
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BBC cut local morning TV bulletins due to staff shortages amid 'pingdemic'

The national broadcaster said it hoped to resume the production of regional morning bulletins from September.
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North Baddesley library back in business after threat of closure

From footballers to local councillors and volunteers, the community has rallied to prevent permanent closure of the library in North Baddesley.
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Sir Harold Hillier Gardens to get major funding for climate change project

SIR Harold Hillier Gardens near Romsey is to benefit from the Climate Change funding scheme.
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M27 smart motorway scheme delayed again for further eight months

CONTROVERSIAL works to turn the busy M27 into a smart motorway have been delayed by up to eight months.
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Hampshire's Olympic links ahead of Tokyo 2020 Games

HAMPSHIRE'S residents and popular Athletic clubs are well represented with athletes travelling to the upcoming Olympic Games in Tokyo.
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Hampshire to back aid efforts for Nepal in Corona Virus crisis

NEPAL, the 43rd poorest country in the world according to Global Source 2021, has been hit by a major wave of coronavirus and is in desperate need of protective personal equipment.
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Multimillion-pound redevelopment plans at Romsey Abbey gets approval

Church leaders and architects outlined an ambitious project that could cost up to £7 million at a public meeting in the abbey nave on Saturday July 10.
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Nursling man given more time to pay Test Valley Borough Council bill

MITCHELL Cooper was fined more than £20,000 for flouting environmental regulations.
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Abbotts Ann marks ex-Test Valley mayor's 100th birthday

A former mayor of Test Valley has marked his 100th birthday in style with a gathering in his home village of Abbotts Ann.
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Romsey man: domestic violence protection order

A MAN has been banned from a Hampshire address under a domestic violence protection order.
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Katherine Jenkins is coming to Embley Park, Romsey

Katherine Jenkins OBE, is coming to Romsey and is set to perform at Embley Park on Sunday August 22.
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Another steep increase in Isle of Wight Covid cases

THERE has been another substantial increase in the number of Isle of Wight Covid cases, according to the latest data.
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M27 smart motorway scheme delayed again for further eight months

CONTROVERSIAL works to turn the busy M27 into a smart motorway have been delayed by up to eight months.
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Baby Banks Necessities in Romsey opens new premises i Romsey

Baby Bank Necessities hosted their open day and bake sale after receiving much needed funding from the National Lottery Community Fund.
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Test Valley man accused of serious assault

A TEST Valley villager has appeared in court over a serious assault.
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Thunderstorms forecast for next week in Hampshire, Met Office predicts

THUNDERSTORMS have been predicted for parts of Hampshire following this scotching heatwave.
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Romsey School pupils winners of Southampton university Maths Challenge

Romsey School pupils named winners at this year’s University of Southampton Maths Challenge.
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Development planned for old Ford site in Southampton

A PLANNING application on the site of Southampton’s Old Ford Factory will bring one hundred jobs to the region if approved.
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5 things we learned from Dominic Cummings' 'bombshell' BBC interview

Former Downing Street aide Dominic Cummings has spoken about his time in Government during a 'bombshell' interview with the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg.
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Met Office issues amber warning in Hampshire over heat

The Met Office has issued its first ever Amber Extreme Heat Warning as large areas of the UK will continue to see hot conditions this week.
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Author from Romsey releases second book about arts and crafts

This second installation authored by Becki Clark from Romsey, brings you a seasonally inspired multi-crafts book designed to help you create your own DIY projects.
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Mobile Post Office service to be introduced in West Wellow

FOUR Hampshire communities including West Wellow will have a mobile Post Office service introduced.
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Broughton Floral Club to return to the hall after lockdown

`A Passion For Dance` was the grand finale of online talks as the club gets set to return in person.
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Coronavirus: Two more death recorded in Hampshire

TWO patients with coronavirus have died in Hampshire.
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First ever amber 'extreme heat' warning issued

an Amber weather warning for 'extreme heat' has been issued as the county boils in a heatwave.
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Driving in flip flops could land you a £5,000 fine

FLIP flops, sandals and sliders are a staple part of everyone’s summer wardrobe but they could land you in a whole heap of trouble.
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Six unique Hampshire spots for a walk and an ice cream

AS THE summer weather shows signs of improvement, a trat that helps you cool off is high on the priorities list.
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BBC Strictly Come Dancing: Meet the 4 new professional dancers joining the show

A total of four new professional dancers have joined the line-up for the next series of BBC One's Strictly Come Dancing.
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The Hundred in Romsey Town to reopen after a year of closure.

The Hundred is set to re-open following the governments announcement to ease lockdown restrictions on July 19.
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River Test gets major clean up after diesel spill

Romsey and Southampton North MP, Caroline Nokes hosted a round-table discussion for the lead organisations tackling the recent diesel spill in the River Test.
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Racial hate crime increased in Hampshire before pandemic

AS THE nation reacts to the racist abuse suffered by three of England's footballers, analysis of the latest figures reveals how racial hate crime increased in Hampshire in the four years before the coronavirus pandemic.
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How council plans to tackle climate change in Hampshire

PLANS to invest a further £1.2m in the battle against climate change have been approved by Hampshire County Council.
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Southampton Airport owner makes 'net zero' pledge on direct emissions

THE owner of Southampton Airport has committed to achieving net zero for its direct emissions by the mid-2030s.
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Historic properties for up for sale in Hampshire

Hampshire is home to hundreds of quaint listed building just waiting to be purchased.
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Yarn bombs exploding through Romsey Town for the Festival

A touch of `Summer in the Garden` is this year’s theme as the Romsey Festival continues.
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Unity receive major cash boost to support charities in Test Valley

Unity in Test Valley has received a digital inclusion grant of £45,000 from the BIG Lottery fund.
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Schools in Hampshire rated 'inadequate' or 'requires improvement' by Ofsted

According to the latest ratings, 13 secondary schools in Hampshire have been rated as 'requires improvement' or ‘inadequate’ by Ofsted.
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Wessex Bike Repairs in Bournemouth Road

IT WILL no longer be difficult to get a bike repaired in Chandler's Ford and the surrounding areas.
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Rock and Roll returns to Romsey

The popular sell out music shows returns to Romsey after 18 months of cancellations and lock-downs.
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First look of Nightingale development near Romsey

A development of 54 homes for over 55’s, is due to open later this year and a virtual tour and images of inside the properties have been revealed.
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Etch Consultancy Agency treat staff to a wellness retreat after remote working

Over 60 members of staff took to Gambledown Farm to let their hair down after remote working.
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GP patient ratings by area in Southampton

GP surgeries from across Hampshire have been rated by patients through the annual patient survey.
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Best places to go for a swim in Hampshire this weekend

With sunshine and soaring temperatures expected, it is the perfect time to cool down with a swim.
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Celebrate 60 years of Ladybird book series at Mottisfont Summer Exhibition

The event takes place between 24 July and 5 September and will host various indoor and outdoor exhibitions.
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GP patient survey reveals the best and worst practices

RESULTS from the annual survey of patients on all aspects of their GP have been published.
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Heat-health alert issued as temperatures set to soar across Hampshire

A HEAT-health alert has been issued as temperatures a set to soar in Hampshire.
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The heat is on: together, we can prevent water shortages

When the temperature rises, so does people’s water use. But if we all use too much at once, there won’t be enough to go round. While Southern Water works to keep taps and toilets flowing this summer, you can help by using only what you need.
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Secret beaches across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight

In a bid to beat the crowds, we have come up with a list of lesser known and likely lesser dense beaches that are worth visiting this year.
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Romsey MP quizzes Prime Minister on gender equality: Covid

MP Caroline Nokes questioned the Prime Minister Boris Johnson at the Liaison Committee held last week after he told the G7 Summit, held in Cornwall in June, his intentions were to `build back in a more feminine way`, referring to the recovery plan of the pandemic.
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Photos from Romsey Festival 2021

ROMSEY Festival has been a huge success in its new format.
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Romsey School annual arts exhibition gets the go ahead

YEAR 11 pupils at The Romsey School will get the chance to showcase their hard work and artistic talents after concerns the school’s annual exhibition would have to be cancelled due to Covid.
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New President for the Fordingbridge Rotary Club

Former president of the Fordingbridge Rotary Club, Toni Butler handed her presidency role over to Will Peak at the annual ceremony last week.
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Romsey Abbey church bells to ring as lockdown is set to ease

THE bells of Romsey Abbey are set to ring out as the government begins to lift lockdown restrictions.
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Romsey fundraisers duathlon for Cancer Research UK

A GROUP of Romsey fundraisers are taking on a 63 mile bike followed by a 13.1 mile run in a bid to raise money for Cancer Research UK.
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Romsey Advertiser letter on police and anti social behaviour

SIR: With reference to your front page article in Friday’s Advertiser, (July 9) that there are incidents of anti-social behaviour in Romsey, of course there are, for where are the police officers to prevent it? There are none. When did anyone last see a police officer in Romsey?
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Man left shaken after driving through 'great big wave' on motorway near Southampton

A HAMPSHIRE man was left scared and shaken after driving through a "great big wave" on the motorway near Southampton.
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Broughton Village garden show returns with flowers, cake and history

Garden lovers pitched up to Broughton village on Sunday afternoon to celebrate all things grown.
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Driving with hay fever land you with a £5,000 fine

Motorists who suffer with hay fever could be slapped with a huge fine and penalty points this summer.
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£1.7 million deficit for Test Valley Council after Covid.

The executive meeting held by Test Valley Borough Council in June revealed a loss of £1.72 million was accrued as central government has not yet fully compensated local authorities.
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Hampshire named as safe place to drive by A-Plan Insurance

HAMPSHIRE has been named as one of the safest places to drive following a study.
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Brendoncare Knightwood residents visit Bournemouth beach

THESE care home residents were delighted to enjoy their first day out to the seaside in over a year.
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Coronavirus: No deaths in last 12 days across Hampshire

NO coronavirus deaths have been recorded in Hampshire in the last 12 days.
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Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust: Kieron Galloway

THE trust behind Winchester hospital has announced Kieron Galloway will take up the role of chief people officer.
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Romsey and Southampton North: Moving because of Covid

MORE than one in 20 people in Romsey and Southampton North moved house because of the coronavirus pandemic, a survey suggests.
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Inspired Villages' new retirement complex near Romsey

THE ground has been broken and work has begun on a new retirement village near Romsey.
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Burglary at Age UK charity shop at Chandler's Ford

POLICE are appealing for witnesses after burglars targeted a Hampshire charity shop and made off with goods worth more than £700.
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The latest Test Valley vaccination stats

MORE than two-thirds of people in Test Valley have received two doses of a Covid-19 vaccine, figures reveal.
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Plan for 280 homes in New Forest set to be approved

PLANS to build up to 280 homes on the northern edge of the New Forest look set to be approved.
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The latest coronavirus news from Romsey and Test Valley

COVID cases are booming across the Test Valley – and Romsey Town is no longer bucking the trend.
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Hampshire police received increase in calls after England loose Euro 2020

Police in Hampshire dealt with 18 different football related incidents after England lost to Italy in the Euro 2020 final.
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Marwell Zoo searching for new animal keeper

Want to work with animals? Then we may have found the perfect role for you.
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Will July 19 go ahead? Boris Johnson to hold press conference

Boris Johnson will decided at a press conference today whether the end of England's lockdown will go ahead next week.
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Met Office issue Yellow weather warning across Hampshire

A Met Office warning is now in force across Hampshire as band of heavy rain sweeps across the South of England.
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'Songs of Praise' in Romsey Town Centre

THE sound of music will fill Romsey Town Centre later this month.
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Construction work progressing well on 44 new homes in Romsey

THE construction of a new housing development in Romsey is said to be progressing well.
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Test Valley carbon emissions improve in 2021

TEST Valley moved towards a greener future with a drop in carbon dioxide emissions over the course of a year, figures reveal.
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WEATHER WARNING: Romsey to be lashed with heavy rain

A WEATHER warning has been issued for Southampton with heavy rain set to sweep across the county.
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A&E patients rise across Hampshire Hospital NHS Trust

MORE patients visited A&E at Hampshire Hospitals last month, with demand rising above the levels seen over the same period last year.
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‘Dangerous’ to return to life as normal on July 19, expert warns

High levels of Covid-19 vaccination rates could “challenge the virus” to mutate into variants against which the jab is less effective, a Government advisor has warned, amid fears it “would be dangerous” to return to life as normal on July 19.
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Former Romsey Mayor receives Queens honour: community

DOROTHY Baverstock, Unity Chair of Trustees, Romsey was presented with the British Empire Medal by the Lord Lieutenant of Hampshire on behalf of the Queen.
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Romsey MP Caroline Nokes tours Fullerton Farms, Cottonworth

ROMSEY MP Caroline Nokes was shown first-hand how diverse modern farms are during a visit to a family-run business in her constituency.
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Map shows Alabama Rot hotspot in bid to protect Hampshire's dogs

AN ONLINE map has highlighted areas of Hampshire known for hiding a deadly dog disease.
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South Central Ambulance Service under immense pressure

THE ambulance service which responds to emergencies in Romsey and surrounding areas is under “immense pressure” with demand on 999 and 111 services soaring.
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Four plots of land for sale across Hampshire

Have you ever thought about building your dream home but didn't know where?
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Amalfi Salons: Chandler's Ford and Bassett Hot Heads

A NEW salon is heading to Chandler's Ford.
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Multi-million pound proposal for Romsey Abbey revealed today

IDEAS for a multi million pound redevelopment at Romsey Abbey were revealed today.
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Lounges to close at 7pm on Sunday for Euros final

ALL LOUNGES and Cosy Club across the country will close early tomorrow to allow their staff to watch the final of Euro 2020.
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Plans to build four new homes on Houghton Allotments

FOUR new homes could be built on a popular allotment site in the Test Valley borough.
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Southern Water seeks expert help as oil pollutes River Test

A WATER company is seeking expert advice after oil seeped into the ground and reeds around the River Test.
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Southampton football fans watch England v Italy in Euro 2012

WITH England taking on Italy in the final of Euro 2020 tomorrow, the Echo looks back at an occasion when the two teams previously clashed in the Euros.
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Romsey and Test Valley Borough Council planning applications

21/01946/FULLS two storey side extension, Woodlands, Woodlea Way, Ampfield.
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Hampshire and the Isle of Wight: Every crime reported in May

Almost 14, 000 crimes were reported across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight in May.
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Huge mansion for sale in Braishfield near Romsey

HAVE you ever dreamed of living in a mansion with land as far as the eye can see?
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The best places to go strawberry picking in Hampshire

Strawberries are in peak season meaning the berries will be sweet, juicy and a delicious colour of red.
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Volunteers thanked at service in Abbey

VOLUNTEERS from across the borough have been thanked for their dedication throughout the past year.
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Southern Water discharged untreated sewage into sea

SOUTHERN Water has been fined a record £90m for dumping raw sewage into rivers and coastal waters in Hampshire and other parts of the south coast.
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Overnight spree of car break-ins in Romsey as police warn

ROMSEY Police have received nine reports of thefts from vehicles in what looks like an overnight spree.
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Local business urged to back climate change campaign

A NEW campaign to encourage 1,000 businesses to make at least one climate pledge has been launched by NatWest and Newsquest, publisher of a large number of news brands in print and online across the region.
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Romsey MP Caroline Nokes: Dispersal orders set for town

POLICE are likely to issue dispersal orders in Romsey if crime rises this summer.
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Hampshire County Council cuts under fire from health leaders

SENIOR health professionals say babies and children will be put in danger by Hampshire Council funding cuts.
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Yarn Bombing for Romsey Town Festival 2021

YARN Bombs are back as the town celebrates the Romsey Festival.
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LETTER: Romsey Festival’s popular La Ronde

A VERY popular part of Romsey Festival is “La Ronde” which takes place on Sunday 11th July from 11am to 5pm.
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Countdown is on to UEFA Women's EURO 2022 in Southampton

IT is now less than a year until Southampton welcomes the UEFA Women's EURO 2022.
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Photos from Romsey Festival 2021

THE town's Mayor Cllr Karen Dunleavey formally opened the 12th Romsey Festival last Friday evening.
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Fears over funding cuts by Hampshire County Council

SENIOR health professionals say babies and children will be put in danger by Hampshire Council funding cuts.
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Romsey man fined for speeding twice in three days

A ROMSEY man was caught speeding in the Southampton area twice in three days.
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GALLERY: See inside P&O's Iona, based at Southampton Port

One of the world's largest, and newest, ships is currently sitting in Southampton's port.
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Tribute to ex RAF pilot and OS draughtsman Bill Neilson

HE was an ex RAF pilot who worked for Ordnance Survey for nearly four decades and was a well-known and popular face around his Hampshire village.
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Met Office weather forecast as Hampshire set to brighten up

Hampshire has been hit with low temperatures, strong wind and with almighty down pours thrown in for good measure. Is there an end in sight?
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Air Accidents Investigation Branch: Plane crash near Romsey

A PILOT has been 'seriously injured' after his plane crashed into dense woodland shortly after taking off from near Romsey
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Southern Water prosecuted by Environment Agency

SOUTHERN Water is being prosecuted for discharging huge amounts of raw sewage into the coastal waters over a six-year period.
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Dozens of further Delta variant cases identified in Test Valley

DOZENS of further cases of the Delta variant of coronavirus have been recorded in Test Valley, new figures reveal.
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Police appeal after Bramshaw and Sherfield English burglaries

A LARGE quantity of jewellery including a box containing the baby teeth of a child were stolen in two burglaries.
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TSB opens up ‘safe spaces’ in Romsey branch

DOMESTIC abuse survivors can access “safe spaces” in nearly 300 TSB branches, including Romsey, where they will receive specialist support, the bank has announced.
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Full-fibre broadband coming to Eastleigh and Chandler's Ford

EASTLEIGH and Chandler's Ford are set to become some of the best connected areas in the country for broadband.
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Army Flying Museum hosts inaugural Wallop Wings and Wheels

Petrolheads and plane enthusiasts of all kinds descended on Middle Wallop at the weekend as it hosted its first airshow since 2000.
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Which? issue urgent scam warning to football fans ahead of England V Denmark

With England once again reaching the final four of a major international tournament, appetite for tickets is higher than ever.
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Delays between Redbridge and Romsey after vehicle accident

TRAINS are now running normally after a vehicle struck a bridge between Redbridge and Romsey earlier this afternoon.
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Delays between Redbridge and Romsey after vehicle accident

TRAINS are now running normally after a vehicle struck a bridge between Redbridge and Romsey earlier this afternoon.
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Hampshire Police use seized money to purchase puppy siblings

A PUPPY has joined police in Hampshire after he was purchased using money seized in drugs operations.
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Etch Digital Consultancy in Romsey to offer wellness retreat

A ROMSEY company is putting employee wellbeing first as businesses begin to navigate the ‘new normal’.
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Donna Jones gives her first talk at Police and Crime Panel

IT WAS the first of many.
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Romsey MP Caroline Nokes' Letter from Westminster

I THINK it would be fair to say it has been an interesting week, with a new Health Secretary in the shape of my former boss Sajid Javid. I was pleased to hear him talk so positively from the Despatch Box about the ending of restrictions, a message reinforced on Wednesday when I asked Gavin Williamson about the end of self-isolation for school children. It is one of the biggest issues in my postbag at the moment.
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Figures show how much Hampshire businesses have borrowed in Bounce Back Loans and CBils

BUSINESSES in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight have borrowed more than £1.6billion in government Covid loans.
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The South's top gigs for 2021 as live music returns

IT has been a long wait, but music fans can look forward to a packed diary of gigs for the rest of this year as some of Britain’s most exciting names tour the South and local acts headline their own shows.
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Two vehicle crash on A350 at Sturminster Marshall

A MAN from the Salisbury area was taken to hospital with head injuries while another driver sustained serious injuries after a crash in Sturminster Marshall.
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Coronavirus hits affordable housing schemes in Test Valley

BUILDING work on affordable homes in Test Valley has been reduced as the pandemic was blamed for a slowdown in schemes across England.
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Breamore residents celebrate completion of new bus shelter

A CLERGYMAN has blessed a Hampshire bus shelter built to replace one destroyed in a crash that left a woman trapped inside her home.
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JAILED: Criminals sentenced at Southampton courts in June

PAEDOPHILES, thugs and drug dealers passed through the courts of Southampton courts in June.
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Letter: Test Valley Borough Council's 'credits' scheme

SIR: I read your article on our Councils new initiative at being ECO friendly. In fact I read it several times at the conclusion of which I thought I needed to go and lie down on a darkened room, or refer it all to our church ECO expert, John, for an explanation. In the end I decided to break the habit of a lifetime and write a letter.
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Vineyards of Hampshire launches a new website for local wine

THE Vineyards of Hampshire has launched its new website as an 'online destination to discover wine tourism'.
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Met Office issues thunderstorm warning for Hampshire

THE Met Office has issued a thunderstorm weather warning for Hampshire.
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Hampshire Fare's map to boast county’s local produce

HAMPSHIRE Fare is making its bespoke map of the county's local produce available as an quality art print.
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Hampshire police fail to use special powers on stalking

JUST two orders restricting the actions of suspected stalkers have been issued in Hampshire as latest figures show the number of reports rocketing.
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Romsey Advertiser Letter: Save Romsey town from traffic

SIR: Once again, our councillors are arguing for the return of traffic flow through the centre of our town centre (Romsey Advertiser, June 18) thus rejecting the Hampshire County Council (HCC) proposals that retains the present temporary closure of the Hundred and also turns Portersbridge Street into a one-way street. This scheme is offered to Romsey based on an 18-month trial period and is financed by central Government.
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Exciting line-up stacking up for Ventnor Fringe

A TRIO of exciting arts events have been announced for next month's Ventnor Fringe.
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Winchester Cafe of the Year by the Romsey Advertiser

WE WANT you to nominate your favourite café.
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Test Valley's small businesses urged to register for awards

Businesses are being urged to put themselves forward for the Test Valley Business Awards, especially in the category of small business.
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Romsey parkrun to move to new home

The parkrun in Romsey is ready in the starting blocks for a move to a new route at Test Valley Borough Council’s state-of-the-art Ganger Farm Sports Park later this year.
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Test Valley edging to Covid hotspot status

TEST Valley is edging closer to becoming a coronavirus hotspot.
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Hampshire fire crews free people from lifts more than 3,000 times

Hampshire fire crews rescued people from lifts more than 3,000 times in a decade, figures show.
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'UFOs' spotted in the skies above Hampshire

HAMPSHIRE has long been a hotbed for UFO sightings, and what better day to look into our own X-Files than on Halloween.
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Visa explains why drivers are being charged £99 at some petrol stations

A CONTROVERSIAL move which could see a £99 deposit added to your card at some petrol stations has been explained by Visa.
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Lawyer at Romsey firm Thrings for National Tremor Foundation

ULTRA-RUNNING planning lawyer Diana Miller is to take on a 117-mile challenge to raise funds for a charity supporting people who suffer from tremors.
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Romsey is a top upcoming property hotspot in the South East

ROMSEY has been named as one of the South East's top upcoming property hotspots.
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Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance's 14th anniversary

THE first of July marked 14 years of flying and saving lives for the charity Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance.
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Romsey Male Voice Choir in aid of Southampton Hospitals

ROMSEY Male Voice Choir will be back after an enforced interval of nearly 18 months.
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Oil pollutes habitats at Lower Test nature reserve

A WILDLIFE charity has said it is “extremely concerned” after high levels of fuel and oil pollution entered the water at a nature reserve.
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