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Winchester death notices and funeral announcements from the Chronicle

The Hampshire Chronicle published 12 death notices last week.

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Plea to save school from closure and ditch relocation plans

Plea to save Henry Cort School in Fareham and to ditch Whitelkey relocation plans

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Part of Romsey footpath to be closed for five days

The work, conducted by Applewood Joinery, aims to safely access the underground cabling.

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Charity walk for defibrillator after homeless man dies in street

A WINCHESTER woman Babs Isaac has walked a marathon distance after the death of a much-loved local man. Ben O’Brien died in the street in June 2024 outside Hope Church and congregation member Babs has raised the money by walking 26.2 miles to pay for a public defibrillator now placed on the outsi...

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Mayor of Winchester cuts ribbon on new community minibus

A new community minibus has been inaugurated by the Mayor of Winchester.

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Support group for parents receives £2,000 grant to help fund programme

The programme will benefit 180 families in Test Valley over the next year.

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Entries open for 2025 Test Valley Business Awards

Businesses can now put themselves forward to be recognised for their achievements in two categories.

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Coffee roaster announces new charity partnership with farm project

A coffee roaster has announced a new charity partnership with a farm-based project for adults with learning disabilities.

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Coffee morning shows off proposed hospital development plans

The event, held by the Romsey Hospital League of Friends, took place in Romsey Town Hall.

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Teenager given suspended sentence for assault and damaging a hotel window

A Winchester man has been given a suspended sentence after he pleaded guilty to assault.

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Battle to erupt over future housing in new Local Plan

BATTLE is set to be joined over the new Local Plan for the Winchester district, starting this week. A planning inspector is overseeing the Examination in Public of the Winchester District Local Plan which will guide development from 2020-2040.

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Anthea Turner cuts ribbon at new riding stables near Winchester

Royalty and horses normally equal Princess Anne, but one VIP turned up to cut the ribbon at their friend's new riding school.

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Winchester Cathedral tribute on the death of Pope Francis

Pope Francis died this morning, Easter Monday, April 21, aged 88, after being the first Latin American pontiff and the first to choose the name Francis.

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Army blow up explosive device found in River Itchen

We were called at 2.19pm on 19 April to a report that a suspected firearm and explosive device had been located in the River Itchen, near Hockley Link.

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Pope Francis has died aged 88, The Vatican has confirmed

The Vatican has shared a tribute following the death of Pope Francis aged 88.

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Recovery worker shares experience helping homeless on streets of Winchester

Homelessness has a profound and often devastating impact on both mental and physical health. The lack of stable housing creates a cascade of challenges that make it difficult for individuals to maintain well-being, access care and recover from illness. Homelessness creates a cycle of distress that i...

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Business awards recognising innovation and corporate excellence

Businesses across Test Valley are encouraged to enter the Corporate Business Award and the Innovation and Technology Award.

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Winchester man who attacked ex-girlfriend's partner in McDonald's avoids jail

A Winchester man who drunkenly assaulted his ex-girlfriend and her new partner in McDonald's has been given a 10-month suspended sentence.

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'Stunning' wisteria blooms on display chosen as Picture of the Week

Each week, we select one of our favourite images submitted to the Romsey Advertiser Camera Club to publish on our letters page.

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Polytunnel and feed store application approved despite "insult"

A controversial planning application has received permission in Soberton.