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Travellers remain at park after being served eviction notice
Travellers who set up an unauthorised camp at a Hampshire park have been told to leave, but remain on site.
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Hairy caterpillar and moth brightens July evenings in Hampshire
The garden tiger moth is one of Britain's most striking insects, and July is one of the best times to spot this remarkable species. Emerging on warm summer nights, the garden tiger appears almost ordinary at first glance, with chocolate-brown forewings patterned in cream and white
Inquest opens into death of man, 30, found with multiple wounds
An inquest has opened into the death of a Romsey man.
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Paralympic gold medallist visits children's hospice for inclusive sports day
Aaron Phipps MBE, a member of the Great Britain wheelchair rugby team, took part in the inclusive Sports Day at Naomi and Jack’s.
M3 and M27 closures Hampshire drivers need to be aware of this weekend
Hampshire drivers will need to be aware of a few closures on the M3 and M27 for the weekend of July 10 to 12
New memorial business helps families preserve loved ones' memories
Earthbound Memorials offers families the opportunity to turn a small portion of cremated ashes into a potted memorial tree.
Campaign group warns of 'decline of buses' at brainstorming meeting
A campaign group has warned of "the decline of buses" in Hampshire, pointing to falling travel figures.
Opticians urging people to protect their eyes this summer
All sunglasses sold in the UK should bear the UKCA mark or CE mark on the frames, indicating they have been assessed against stringent safety standards.
When is Flying Ant Day 2026? Potential dates for natural phenomenon revealed
Flying Ant Day is likely to take place between July and August in 2026, but what are the potential dates?
Defibrillator use soars during heatwave as ambulance service issues plea
Defibrillators are only useful if they are functioning and registered on The Circuit, the national defibrillator network.
PHOTOS: Celebrity chef's supercar rally brings joy to children's hospice
Families and young visitors were able to meet James Martin, sit inside the supercars and chat with drivers.
Unauthorised Traveller encampment set up at Wickham Recreation Ground
A recreation ground has been closed after an unauthorised encampment was set up.
Warning issued as Hampshire County Council 'at risk of financial crisis'
Cash-strapped Hampshire County Council remains in an “unambiguous financial crisis” and needs a "survival plan", a senior opposition councillor has warned.
Update given on opening hours for tips during latest hot weather spell
The county council has issued an update on the opening hours of Hampshire tips during the lasted bout of hot weather across the county.
'Total Eclipse of the Heart’ singer Bonnie Tyler dies aged 75
Welsh singer Bonnie Tyler known for hits Total Eclipse of the Heart and Holding Out for a Hero, has died aged 75.
Outburst at Hampshire police meeting as member of the public escorted out
A member of the public was escorted from a police meeting after an outburst.
Ex-police officer locked up for 10 years over historic child sex offences
A former police officer has been jailed after being convicted of historic child sex offences dating back more than three decades.
Inquest opens into death of schoolboy, 15, who died after going missing at lake
An inquest has opened into the death of a teenager who died while swimming at Testwood Lakes during the heatwave.
MP calls for new animal safeguarding law in Commons debate
Winchester's MP Danny Chambers is calling for a new animal safeguarding law.
Date of trial for Hampshire man accused of murdering mother pushed into next year
The trial of a 39-year-old man accused of killing his mother will not be heard until next year.