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Primary school praised for 'ambitious' curriculum in latest Ofsted report
A primary school has been rated as "expected standard" in a recent Ofsted inspection.
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More than 80,000 children suspended from schools in Hampshire
More than 80,000 children were suspended from schools in Hampshire in recent years, with incidents related to racism and discrimination.
Trading standards raid finds more than 500 illicit vapes and tobacco products
A covert operation has uncovered more than 500 illicit vapes, cigarettes and hand-rolled tobacco products.
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Winchester charity changed a family’s life through volunteering
One mum, Keely, turned to the charity after fleeing an abusive relationship with her two young sons.
'You can achieve it' - Former homeless man thriving as chef with Centrepoint support
Cameron was 16 when he first experienced homelessness. He initially sought help from the council but said delays and complex paperwork made it difficult to access support.
Water scarcity is real and it’s happening on our doorstep
The South East is one of the driest parts of the UK and classified as ‘Severely Water Stressed’ by the Environment Agency.
Death notices and funeral announcements from the Hampshire Chronicle
Every week, the Chronicle publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away.
Villagers claim they have been abandoned by council over flooding from blocked drain
A blocked drain is causing years of flooding misery for villagers who say they are being left behind by public services.
Decision on controversial house extension delayed after objections to scale
A decision on a proposed ground-floor extension in Colebrook Street has been delayed following strong objections.
'Adventurous' one-year-old died after paddling pool incident at party, inquest hears
One-year-old Alfred Walter Guest, of Swarraton, Alresford, died at University Hospital Southampton in 2025
Extra £250k approved for historic Buttercross repairs in bid to finish by end of year
Extra funding has been approved for repairs to Winchester’s historic Buttercross, following new discoveries of structural issues.
Care home residents and staff celebrate managing director's cook-off win
Duncan Edwards, managing director of Barchester’s South West Division, led the winning team in the Barchester Charitable Foundation Cook Off 2026.
Scores of people take part in scenic charity walk along Watercress Way
Walkers hit the trail for a charity walk along the scenic Watercress Way.
Amateur theatre company members trekking 100 miles in aid of the Chesil Theatre
So far the team has faced sweltering heat, with temperatures climbing above 30 degrees.
Woman sexually assaulted in Winchester alleyway
Police are appealing for information after a woman was sexually assaulted in Winchester.
Choral fundraiser in Romsey makes £1254 for MND charity
An evening of music and fundraising in Romsey raised more than £1,200 to support a motor neurone disease (MND) support group.
Plans for garden property approved despite backlash from neighbours
Plans for a new self-build house and garage in Swanmore have been approved despite local objections.
Seven-year-old boy completes marathon challenge for Southampton Hospitals Charity
A seven-year-old boy from Romsey has raised more than £300 for Southampton Hospitals Charity after taking on the challenge of completing a marathon distance throughout May.
Robin keeping cool in the heat captured in our Picture of the Week
The photo shows a charming robin cooling off in a rustic bird bath, perched among terracotta pots and garden greenery.
How Romsey celebrated the accession of a new monarch through the years
Romsey, like the rest of Britain, joins in the celebrations that mark the accession of a new monarch.