2+ hour, 2+ min ago  (291+ words) A care home resident has celebrated his 100th birthday with an afternoon tea surrounded by loved ones. Reg Smith marked the milestone on Saturday, June 27 at Brendoncare Meadway in St Cross, where he has lived since November. Born in Cirencester, Reg…...

2+ hour, 2+ min ago  (391+ words) Sainsbury's in Badger Farm has applied to Winchester City Council seeking permission to put a We Buy Any Car customer pod in its car park. The proposal would see a small, standalone unit installed in the north-western section of the…...

2+ hour, 2+ min ago  (513+ words) A motor group has donated two cars to help students gain hands-on experience in automotive repair and maintenance. Hampshire-based Snows Motor Group gifted the vehicles to St Edward's School in Sherfield English to support students with social, emotional and mental…...

10+ hour, 2+ min ago  (301+ words) Gavin Alexander (right) with Meghna, Honey and Duggie Munt at the Bournemouth Pier to Pier Swim. (Image: Supplied) A kitchen designer has raised thousands for charity through a 1. 4-mile swimming challenge. Gavin Alexander from Winchester completed the Bournemouth Pier to…...

1+ day, 2+ hour ago  (273+ words) A controversial housing proposal has been given the green light, prompting shouts of "shame on you" from the public gallery. Test Valley Borough Council's planning committee approved a self-build home at Pemberton Lodge, Sherfield English, intended to replace an existing…...

1+ day, 2+ hour ago  (213+ words) A summer festival returned after a year's hiatus, delivering a full day of music and entertainment for all ages. Swan Fest 2026 takes place in the Meon Valley village of Swanmore, at Swanmore College in New Road, offering a relaxed countryside…...

1+ day, 2+ hour ago  (475+ words) WINCHESTER Catholics have warned that plans to sell part of a city centre walled estate will "split the parish asunder". The Diocese of Portsmouth has said it is considering selling the White House, in the Parish Church of St Peter's…...

1+ day, 11+ hour ago  (266+ words) Residents in the Itchen Valley are being encouraged to have their say in a new campaign to improve a rural bus service. The community-led effort focuses on the Stagecoach 67 route, which connects Winchester with nearby villages. An online tool called…...

1+ day, 13+ hour ago  (203+ words) Police have confirmed a person has died after being hit by a train in Hampshire. The incident happened on Friday, July 3, between Basingstoke and Micheldever, and led to major rail disruption between Basingstoke and Southampton Airport Parkway. British Transport Police…...

1+ day, 14+ hour ago  (271+ words) An inclusive theatre company celebrated its 21st anniversary with a successful run of Treasure Island. Blue Apple Theatre staged three performances of the family favourite on June 10 and 11. The shows were held at Theatre Royal Winchester, marking a major milestone in…...