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Death notices and funeral announcements from the Hampshire Chronicle
3+ hour, 11+ min ago (223+ words) The Hampshire Chronicle published six death notices last week. Every week, the Chronicle publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. Here are the most recent notices placed in the Chronicle: Passed…...
PHOTOS: Winchester's St Cross hospital through the years
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (276+ words) During this period, St Cross Hospital remained one of Winchester's most evocative historic sites, offering a rare continuity between medieval tradition and modern life. Founded in the 12th century, the almshouse continued its centuries-old charitable role while also becoming an increasingly…...
Winchester Cathedral begins reinterring bones of kings, queens and bishops
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (393+ words) WINCHESTER Cathedral has begun reinterring the bones of medieval bishops and royals after a decade of work. The cathedral's Mortuary Chests Project, which began in 2012, is one of the longest research initiatives at the cathedral in recent years. It has…...
'Life-long dream' independent vet opens its doors: 'It has been a whirlwind"
2+ day, 4+ hour ago (466+ words) IT has been a whirlwind!" Those are the words of the lead vet at a new independent vet which has just opened outside of Winchester. Heartwood Vets, in Stockbridge Road, near Sparsholt, opened to the public on Monday, January 5. The…...
Karen Aspey: Meet the 57-year-old gearing up for a Paralympic debut
3+ day, 23+ hour ago (451+ words) By Paul Eddison, Sportsbeat Karen Aspey got into two things during Covid " gardening and wheelchair curling. While she fell in love with the former, she has now become so good at the latter that it will take her all the…...
Arrival of new café Rosey Lea falls through unexpectedly
6+ day, 6+ hour ago (205+ words) An independent caf" chain has confirmed it will no longer be moving in to its new Winchester venue. Rosey Lea, a tearoom founded by Leanne Gregory, was thought to be opening in The Square during April but due to unforeseen…...
Chandler's Ford resident says he's 'living in open sewer"
6+ day, 22+ hour ago (422+ words) A resident at a retirement community says he is "banging his head against a brick wall" after he says he has repeatedly raised concerns about overflowing bins and heating not being turned on. Jonathon Constable, who lives at Surrey Court…...
Trial date set for Hampshire man accused of murder
1+ week, 24+ min ago (152+ words) A TRIAL date has been set for a man accused of murdering a woman in North Hampshire on New Year's Eve. Michael Bowen, 34, appeared by video-link from HMP Bullingdon for a preliminary hearing at Winchester Crown Court, accused of the…...
Walking tour: Discover 10 Winchester statues and historic landmarks
1+ week, 5+ day ago (675+ words) Winchester is a city steeped in history, and its streets are dotted with monuments that tell fascinating stories of kings, soldiers, writers, and local traditions. From medieval gateways to modern tributes, here are some of the most notable statues and…...
New trustee appointed at Home-Start Winchester & Districts
1+ week, 5+ day ago (418+ words) A new trustee has joined a family support charity, bringing decades of experience in healthcare and education. Home-Start Winchester & Districts has welcomed physiotherapist Fleur Kitsell as a Trustee. Kitsell, who has lived in the area for over 24 years, brings a…...