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Trial of Old Alresford farmer charged with manslaughter collapses

The trial of a Hampshire farmer accused of manslaughter has collapsed after the testimony of an expert witness.

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Have you seen Ian? New image of 75-year-old missing in Hampshire

A new image of 75-year-old Ian Taylor missing in Hampshire

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Up to 760,000 set to miss out on Winter Fuel Payment despite being eligible

The number of pensioners in receipt of the Winter Fuel Payment is set to reduce by 10 million, from 11.4 million to 1.5 million.

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'Super rare' animal that 'shouldn't be here' spotted in the UK

A wildlife enthusiast on TikTok has spotted two Kookaburras in Scotland - there are thought to be less than 10, maybe even five, in the UK.

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Nazi refugee and former history tutor returns to university to mark 100th birthday  

An historian who fled Nazi Germany as a child refugee and later taught for three decades at the University of Southampton has returned there as he celebrates his 100th birthday.

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Disruption as rail lines via Chandler's Ford are blocked following signalling problem

All rail lines via Chandler's Ford are blocked following a signalling problem between Eastleigh and Romsey, South Western Railway (SWR) has confirmed

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Leisure centre operator encourages over-60s to get active

The initiative celebrates the achievements of active older adults and highlights the benefits of staying fit in later life.

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Christians Against Poverty Winchester holds 10th anniversary tea

Christians Against Poverty Winchester has celebrated 10 years since its founding by hosting afternoon tea for former clients.

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Inquest opens after man found dead in river

AN inquest has opened into the death of a Totton man found dead in the River Blackwater after taking cocaine.

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HIV cases in Winchester below national average despite hitting record high

The number of new HIV diagnoses in Winchester reached a record high last year, new figures show.

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More than 10,000 new lifesavers to be trained on World Restart a Heart Day

For the first time since the COVID pandemic, South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SCAS) is set to visit over 50 schools on World Restart a Heart Day.

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Blessing held of new Chapel of Rest for bereaved families in Romsey

Independent funeral directors, A.H. Cheater, recently held a small service of blessing, following completion of their new chapel of rest on their Romsey premises.

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'We want our justice': Mum 'absolutely devastated' after daughter assaulted

The mother of a Winchester teenager has said she was "absolutely devastated" after her daughter was assaulted at Winchester Skate Park.

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Romsey company announces multi-million pound defence deal with Norwegian government

Chemring has announced that the Norwegian government intends to co-finance a feasibility study, as part of the country's efforts to increase production capacity within its national defence industry.

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The frightening prospect of development at Sir John Moore Barracks

The proposal to build probably around 800 new homes on the John Moore Barracks is very, very frightening. In as much as that we still have got over 1000 homes to be built on Barton Farm. It's obvious, once again, that the closure or proposed closure of Andover Road is going to be disastrous (why?)Â...

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Winchester author donates proceeds from new book to army charity

Richard Osgood, a longtime archaeologist and author who lives in Winchester, is donating the proceeds from his most recent book Broken Pots, Mending Lives to SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity.

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Van driver caught using phone ordered to pay nearly £500

A van driver from Over Wallop was found guilty of using his phone while driving and ordered to pay nearly £500.

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Dozens of cuts agreed to as county council tries to close shortfall

Hampshire County Council's cabinet has agreed to dozens of cuts as they attempt to close its £170m shortfall.

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Shawford Station in running for train station crown - but it needs your votes

The station has been acknowledged for its community engagement and support.

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County council decides against closing Hampshire tips

Hampshire County Council has made a last-minute decision to save several tips across the county.