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Rare Royal Mint 50p coin sells for more than 200 times face value on eBay
A 2009 Kew Gardens 50p listed on eBay sold for £107.02 after 17 bids. See the Royal Mint's rarest circulating 50p designs.
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Councillors criticise plans for 300 Romsey homes over traffic and allotment fears
Romsey Town Council has reaffirmed its opposition to 300 new homes for a major new housing development.
Three Minsters House in Winchester bought for potential new homes
A landmark Winchester office building could be turned into homes or commercial space.
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Rural crime reporting app reaches 500 members since March launch
An app designed to help tackle rural crime has helped generate nearly 200 reports.
More than 50 golden retrievers to gather for festive Hampshire meet-up
Dozens of golden retrievers dressed in their Christmas finest are set to descend on a Hampshire forest for a festive get-together.
Kings Barton supermarket decision delayed by uncertainty over Andover Road closure
NEGOTIATIONS are ongoing with supermarkets for the new store at Kings Barton.
More than 2,000 attended huge unauthorised rave near Barton Stacey, say police
An investigation has been launched after more than 2,000 people attended a huge unauthorised rave near Barton Stacey.
Reform UK suspends Hampshire councillor charged with 35 offences
Reform UK has suspended Hampshire County Council group leader George Madgwick after he was charged with 35 offences, including rape and sexual assault
Reform leader at Hampshire County Council charged with 35 offences including rape
George David Madgwick is facing court over 35 alleged offences, including rape and sexual assault.
GCSE success prompts heartfelt thank-you visit to Winchester tuition centre teachers
A young student's GCSE maths result sparked a heartfelt visit to thank the teachers who helped her succeed.
Drivers warned as animal-related collisions in Hampshire leave 94 casualties
The South East accounted for 20.4 per cent of all such collisions in the UK, with incidents peaking in October and November.
Care home resident marks 100th birthday surrounded by family and royal surprise
The day began with the presentation of a birthday card from The King and Queen, delivered by Major General Alastair Bruce of Crionaich.
Teen in life threatening condition and two arrests made after stabbing
Two teenage boys have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after five teenagers were stabbed at a party in Chandler’s Ford.
MP addresses Nordic summit on security, AI and support for Ukraine
The summit is the largest political summit in the Nordic Region, bringing together 87 parliamentarians, prime ministers, heads of government and ministers.
More than 160 cannabis plants found at house in village as man charged
Man charged after Hampshire Constabulary found around 160 cannabis plants and recently harvested cannabis at a West Wellow home during a November 2 police warrant operation.
Cold Weather Payment launches today to help thousands with winter heating bills
Households could receive extra financial help this winter as the DWP prepares to make Cold Weather Payments worth £25 during periods of freezing temperatures.
£50,000 earners face major tax change this week HMRC explains what happens next
HMRC has issued five important reminders to sole traders earning over £50,000 ahead of the November 7 Making Tax Digital quarterly update deadline.
Royal Mail customers issued scam warning ahead of Christmas rush
How to spot a Royal Mail delivery scam, report suspicious texts and check the last UK posting dates for Christmas 2026.
Care home's wellbeing team shortlisted for national dementia award
The award celebrates individuals and teams who create meaningful engagement and deliver activities that bring joy and purpose to residents.
Southampton Airport plans 800-square-metre terminal extension for larger planes
Southampton Airport unveils plans to expand terminal to welcome bigger planes