It's a bloomin big winner - (02/09/2010) |
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A GIANT sunflower grown by school children won a competition for its impressive height. The 200cm flower at Great Binfields Primary School was declared the winner of the competition run by Basepoint Basingstoke in Daneshill. Children planted the seed earlier this year and nur... further information |
Victoria Day in Aldershot this Saturday 4th September - (02/09/2010) |
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Aldershot will be stepping back in time to celebrate its Victorian heritage and hopes you will come along to join in the fun. The days festivities run from 10am to 5pm and include:- Attractions: Grand parade through the town centre at 11am Classic car show Victorian ... further information |
Basingstoke folk are enjoying longer lives - (31/08/2010) |
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PEOPLE in Basingstoke are living longer according to Government figures. The Age Map shows there will be an increase in the number of people in the town aged over 65. By the year 2031, it is expected 20.8 per cent of the population in Basingstoke and Deane will be aged over 6... further information |

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A brand new “Ivor the Engine” story |
The first in over thirty years, is now launched after a unique collaboration between Ivor’s co-creator, Peter Firmin and Dan Postgate, son of the late Oliver Postgate who wrote the original Ivor stories. With brand new illustrations by Peter Firmin and words by Dan Postgate, “Bluebell’s Christmas Mission” is set in a snow-bound Wales on Christmas Day, and will benefit SPANA’s work. SPANA provides free veterinary care to working animals like donkeys, mules and horses in some of the poorest countries of the world, and it’s fitting that the new story sees a central role for Bluebell the donkey, who figured prominently in the original Ivor stories. You can buy the book for £3 or send it as an E-card. www.spana.org The SPANA Team other information |