2+ day, 20+ hour ago   (431+ words) Parkruns are helping to raise awareness of suicide prevention. In Hampshire, parkruns are being used to mark World Suicide Prevention Day, which takes place today, September 10, and aims to reduce stigma and promote early support for those who may be…...

2+ day, 22+ hour ago   (667+ words) Test Valley councillors have given mixed reactions to the Government’s decision to pause local government reorganisation. The Government announced on Monday, September 7, that it would review reorganisation plans nationwide and withdraw its previous decision on Hampshire and the Solent. The…...

2+ day, 19+ hour ago   (228+ words) Two men have been arrested after trackway panels worth around £145,000 were stolen from the Boomtown festival site during the event's pack-down operation. It was reported on August 27 that staff noticed a number of trackway panels missing while packing down. Panels…...

2+ day, 23+ hour ago   (75+ words) Vandalised machines at Barfield Close (Image: Newsquest) DRIVERS using the park and ride in Winchester have been hit by vandalism at the payment machines. Users are having to pay by Ringo on their smartphones after vandals targeted the machines in…...

2+ day, 20+ hour ago   (604+ words) Hampshire Chronicle Community news: Compton, Shawford, Twyford, Otterbourne, Colden Common DRIVERS may face weeks of disruption as roads will close for major gas main replacement works. SGN will begin a programme of upgrades on Highbridge Road, Allbrook Hill and Twyford…...

2+ day, 22+ hour ago   (464+ words) GAIL’s Bakery has officially opened its newest branch in Winchester, welcoming excited guests. The High Street bakery opened at 6.30am on Thursday, September 10, after its planned late-August launch was delayed. It currently employs 19 full-time and part-time staff across front- and back-of-house…...

3+ day, 3+ hour ago   (209+ words) Barry from Watford is bringing his latest comedy show to the stage in Winchester. The 92-year-old character will perform Shooting from the New Hip at Theatre Royal Winchester on Sunday, September 27. Barry from Watford is a character played by actor,…...

3+ day, 3+ hour ago   (431+ words) A hole-in-one and a day of friendly competition helped raise £15,000 for a cardiac charity. The funds were raised during Heartbeat’s annual charity golf day, held at South Winchester Golf Club and sponsored by Pangea Insurance. The event brought together supporters,…...

3+ day, 3+ hour ago   (377+ words) A MAN accused of murder in Winchester will face court almost a decade after the alleged crime following improvements to his mental health. David Gray is accused of murdering Carl Scott in Thurmond Cresent in Stanmore in March 2017. However, his…...

3+ day, 3+ hour ago   (419+ words) BMX stunts, heavy horses, and highland cattle are just a few of the attractions on offer at this year’s Romsey Show. The family-friendly event returns on Saturday, September 12, promising a full day of entertainment, countryside traditions, food, and live music,…...