Basingstoke23 hrs agoCharities deal with impact of higher fuel pricesFerrying items has been made more difficult by fuel price increases of 35%, one charity says.23 hrs ago14 Apr 2026How many times to paint one road?Road markings painted over potholes, dug up and restored earlier this year dug up for second time.14 Apr 202614 Apr 2026Dug-up road lines set for third painting in monthsThe markings were initially painted over potholes before being dug up, repainted and dug up again.14 Apr 202623 Mar 2026Wildlife experts offer home visits to residentsThe Green Team gives advice on how to create garden spaces to attract native species.23 Mar 202618 Mar 2026Crews remain at thatched house ravaged by fireThe fire service said the entire home had been damaged by fire - its cause is not yet known.18 Mar 202617 Mar 2026Dozens of firefighters tackle thatched cottage blazeMore than 60 firefighters are deployed to the scene of the blaze in Basingstoke. 17 Mar 202617 Mar 2026'Inspirational' swimmer returns after 26 yearsMartin Bennell, 49, will be competing in the 50m breaststroke in the GB Aquatics Championships.17 Mar 202611 Mar 2026First look at proposed new leisure complex revealedA planning application for the complex is expected to be submitted in 2026 and could open in 2029.11 Mar 20269 Mar 2026'Winning would turbocharge culture in our town'BBC Politics South looks at why towns in the south of England are bidding to be UK Town of Culture.9 Mar 2026...