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Ali Hixon: Supporting families after the suicide of a child
39+ min ago (439+ words) As I write this during Mental Health Awareness Week, I want to offer guidance on one of the most devastating losses a family can face: the suicide of a young person they love. The impact of suicide at any age…...
Plans for 200-hectare Hampshire logistics hub slammed
6+ hour, 58+ min ago (463+ words) OPPOSITION is growing to plans to build a logistics hub between Winchester and Basingstoke. West Farm Popham Limited has submitted an application to Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council for a 200-hectare logistics centre at West Farm, situated off the A33. The…...
78-year-old Jane sets off on her 32nd solo cycling trip through Europe
4+ hour, 50+ min ago (481+ words) A 78-year-old cyclist is once again setting off on a solo ride through Europe. Jane Hough, from Winchester, known affectionately as 'Jane the Bike,' will begin her 32nd charity ride on May 26. Spanning 600km over two weeks, she will follow the Moselle…...
'Legendary' teacher remembered for her warmth, humour, and lasting influence
4+ hour, 51+ min ago (703+ words) A teacher has been remembered for her warmth, humour, and lasting influence on generations of pupils and colleagues. Sam Bamford, who taught at Kings" School in Winchester, died following a medical incident on school grounds on Thursday, May 14. She has…...
Police urge public not to share video footage of Winnall van fire
17+ hour, 59+ min ago (213+ words) Police are urging people not to share video footage online following a van fire in Winchester. Officers are investigating a vehicle fire that broke out on Winnall Manor Road in Winchester on Wednesday, May 20. Officers were called to the scene…...
Charity golf day raises more than "1000 to support adults with learning disabilities
17+ hour, 26+ min ago (273+ words) A charity golf day has raised "1, 250 to support adults with learning disabilities in Winchester. A fundraising event was recently held at Corhampton Golf Club in aid of Winchester Go LD, a charity that helps adults with learning disabilities across Winchester…...
Mayor and mayoress lend a helping hand for homeless charity in Winchester
23+ hour, 58+ min ago (324+ words) Esteemed guests were invited to a special afternoon hosted by a Winchester charity to help serve food and meet the community. On Tuesday, May 12, the Mayor and Mayoress of Winchester, Cllr Sudhakar and Vivian Achwal, visited Trinity Winchester to meet…...
Restaurant could soon serve alcohol at night after licence application
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (249+ words) A restaurant could soon serve alcohol as part of its late-night offering. The Doughy Lab Ltd has applied to Winchester City Council for a premises licence for 38 Stockbridge Road, with plans to serve alcohol daily from 12pm to midnight. The restaurant,…...
New exercise sessions launched to encourage older people to stay active
1+ day, 18+ hour ago (466+ words) Age Concern Hampshire is expanding its support for older people through new movement sessions. The new activity, funded by The National Lottery Community Fund, forms part of the charity's wider Living Well in Later Life programme. The programme aims to…...
Winchester team claim trophy in fine fashion
2+ day, 34+ min ago (213+ words) Winchester City Flyers Eagles, one of four U18 girls teams in the Flyers' setup, won the Under 18 Hampshire FA Girls Youth Trophy with a fine 3-1 win at the Charters Stadium against AFC Totton on Saturday. Winchester took some time to settle…...