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News
Power Problems
Large parts of Whitchurch and the surrounding areas were hit by the loss of electricity of a dramatic reduction in voltage.
Dangerous walks?
TheWhitchurchWeb has been alerted to the dangers that one user of the Circular Walks says exist.
3 on a Row for United 
Whitchurch United's 1st Team has received the Sydenham's Wessex League Division 1 Club of the Month award for the third month in a row.
Road Improvements
Things are on the move at the Winchester Road Allotments.
Road Improvements
Things are on the move at the Winchester Road Allotments.
New Fund Raiser
There will be a concert in aid of Dentaid in All Hallows on 5th July.
Tom Thacker Retains Council Seat
The Conservatives retain Whitchurch & Clere and UKIP push the Lib Dems into third place.
United are League Runners Up
An away win 0-2 against Leagure winners, Brockenhurst has left United equal on points but with a poorer goal difference.
United Remain Second
As the season draws to an end Whitchurch are still 2nd in the Sydenham's League Division 1. Victory on Wednesday night leaves them equal on points but with a poorer goal difference.
All New at Longmeadow
Longmeadow Sports & Social Club bar is now under new management.
United Now 2nd
A good home win has put the Jam Boys up to second in the Sydenham League Division 1.
Borough Councillor in Favour of Development off Winchester Road
Despite claims to be fighting against overdevelopment in Whitchurch, Cllr Watts is still supporting building east of Winchester Road.
United Continue Winning Ways
United have been awarded the Club of the Month Award by the Sydenham's League.
Perverting the Course of Justice in Whitchurch
Are there cases similar to those involving Chris Huhne and Vicky Pryce nearer to home?
Apology from Basingstoke & Deane
Following the late announcement of the change to B&DBC's housing plans, the Cabinet Member responsible has apologised to the people of Whitchurch.
United Continue Winning Ways
Another clean sheet - this time againsts the top of the table away from home.
Basingstoke Hears Whitchurch's Housing Views
Committee Rooms 1 & 2 of Deanes Building in Basingstoke were packed to hear those who were all against B&DBC's latest development plans.
Best Result for Whitchurch in Years
Whitchurch United put 9 past the opposition on Saturday.
Ferret Returned
The ferret is now safely back home.
Ferret Found
A friendly ferret has been found.
Christmas is Over
The Town centre decorations are coming down.
Whitchurch United Set for a Good Year
Only the rain stopped United's excellent run at the end of 2012.
2013 is Here
Whitchurch saw in the New Year in the town centre.
Christmas is Here
The Salvation Army band again welcomed Christmas to Whitchurch.
A34 Slip Road
A meeting to discuss the concerns about the A34 off slip to the south of Whitchurch was held.
Rising Fives Anniversary
The Rising Fives are inviting all to celebrate their 40th Anniversary.
United's Winning Ways
Whitchurch United's teams are doing well.
The One Show's Rickshaw Challenge 2012
The route will pass through Whitchurch on Thursday.
News from Bell Street Surgery
There's a new doctor starting work at the surgery and news of this year's flu vaccinations.
Circus Comes to Town
There's a last chance to get tickets for Happy's Circus.
Whitchurch in the News
An article in Hampshire Life features one aspect of Whitchurch life.
Home Insulation FREE
Sign up for free cavity wall and/or loft insulation at the Parish Hall - Friday 28 September 10 - 11.30am.
Water Lilies FREE
Rescued from a small pond being demolished.
Whitchurch in the Good Beer Guide
A Whitchurch club is in the 2012 Guide.
A Good Day for United
United's teams were involved in League and Cup success.
Historic Whitchurch
The Methodist Church and Town Hall were open to visitors on a glorious summer's day.
Tea Dances on the Menu
The first tea dance was held at the Parish Hall.
Local Development Planning
Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council is to progress the Local Development Framework following the judicial review earlier this year.
Up, Up and ....
Balloonists have taken advantage of the Millennium Meadow and the good weather.
Free Insulation Scheme
The opportunity to get free home insulation has been extended but ends soon.
Carnival comes to Town
The delayed Carnival and Fête were welcomed by good weather and crowds.
FA Vase Success
Whitchurch United won away in the First Qualifying Round of the FA Vase.
Now you see it ....
The outdoor cash machine at Tesco .....
Ferret Found
Scratchy has been found.
Whitchurch Bids Farewell
All Hallows was full to bid farewell to John Dennett.
Ferret Missing
A pet ferret has gone missing.
Pottery Open
The Studio will be open again for Hampshire Open Studios.
More Sports
There's an opportunity for youngsters to try several sports next week at Testbourne.
Hole in the Wall
Cash in Whitchurch may be available soon.
Plenty of Sports Around
Following the Olympics, if you think you want to take part, rather than just watch .......
Whitchurch United Out of FA Cup
The Jam Boys failed to progress to the next round of the FA Cup.
Carnival & Fête Back On
The postponed Carnival Procession and Fête have been rescheduled for Saturday 1st September.
Local Input on Silk Mill Future
The informal meeting in the Parish Hall was attended by around 100 people.
Whitchurch Rings in the Olympics
Across the country and Whitchurch, 0812 heard the ringing of church bells.
Hottest Day of the Year
Summer is finally here!
The Jam Boys are Really Back
Whitchurch United has its first silverware of the season by winning the Dango Cup.
Lots to do in the Summer Holidays
There's a great programme of activities to keep children busy during the Summer Holidays.
The Sun Shines on Whitchurch
Wessex Lodge Fête was held in glorious sunshine.
The Jam Boys are Back
Whitchurch United has won its first match of the season and is looking for support in its FA Cup campaign.
Church Fête Postponed
Weather has now impacted the Church Fête.
Lovely Weather for ....
The warm wet conditions are now creating ideal conditions for blight.
Testbourne Work on Show
Overton Sheep Fair includes an exhibition featuring work by Testbourne students.
Olympic Torch and Whitchurch
One Whitchurch family has been very close to the Olympic torch.
Whitchurch Silk Mill
There is to be a meeting in the Parish Hall to look at what the future may hold for Whitchurch Silk Mill at 7.30pm on 25th July.
Wind Farm Interest
There was a relatively good turn out to the consultation on the proposed Bullington Cross wind farm.
And the Rains Came .... Again!
So far July is proving wetter than June!
Cheap Milk at a Price
Farmers are complaining that the price they are paid for milk is less than it costs to produce by supermarkets including the Co-op.
Accidents on Pavements
Warnings of problems elsewhere only point up the obviously poor state of our pavements.
Carnival and Fête Postponed
For the second year, the Carnival and Fête have been called off because of the weather.
United Up for the Cup(s)
Whitchurch has been drawn against stiff opposition in the FA Cup.
New Fun Raiser
A pool competition raised over £200 for Children's Heart Support Network at the Kings Arms.
Invasion - as Forecast
As forecast Whitchurch was full of visitors at the weekend.
Now's Your Chance
The opportunity some were saying was denied them is now open.
It's Great Weather for ...
Try a day's beach fishing.
Invasion Expected
Whitchurch is expecting lots of strangers next weekend.
Up, Up and ....
Local balloonists have been using the Millennium Meadow to prepare their balloons.
Surgery Open
Bell Street Surgery will be open as normal on 21st June.
Free Films
Blockbusters is to start a new local video rental service and is offering free videos.
It's Great Weather for ...
The current rainy weather is just what is needed.
Well Worth Waiting For
The huge amount of effort that has gone into the Methodist Church's Flower Festival has paid off.
Preparing for the Off
The Methodist Church is prepared for the Flower Festival.
Raced for Life Today
The Butcher's Babes ran today in Winchester.
Race for Life Today
The Butcher's Babes are running today in Winchester.
Housing Plans
There was great interest in plans for housing in the Town at a meeting on Thursday evening.
Transit of Venus
The last transit of Venus for 105 years as seen in Whitchurch at 5.09am.
Biggest Pubs Race Yet
38 teams took part in the latest running of the event.
London Street Party
London Street was closed on Saturday to make space for music and enjoyment.
Jubilee Festivities Begin
The Jubilee festivities began on Friday night with bells and fireworks.
Whitchurch's Sports Future
Representatives of local sports clubs and some residents concerned about proposed development plans attended a meeting at testbourne School on Wednesday.
The Sales Are On
Saturday saw the Rising Fives run a very popular old fashioned jumble sale.
Anyone for Tennis?
Whitchurch Tennis Club is inviting everyone to an open day at its new courts in Laverstoke to find out more about the Club.
Disagreement Over Council Expenditure
A disagreement on agreeing Town Council expenditure has been reported in the local press.
May Day Celebrations
Festivities on the Millennium Green saw the crowing of the Festival Queen and Princess.
Borough Election
Eric Dunlop retained his seat on Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council.
Housing Plan Grows
Councillor Eric Dunlop's plan for housing east of Winchester Road has grown by another 95 houses.
Concern Grows Over Housing Plan
The plan put forward by Councillor Eric Dunlop for housing east of Winchester Road is causing growing concern.
United's Season Draws to a Close
After a great start, brilliant FA Cup run and winning the Andover Open Cup, the Jam Boys' season ended disappointingly.
Donations Please
The Rising Fives Pre-School is looking for donations for its Jumble Sale.
Butcher's Babes Need Support
A group of ladies running for charity want your support.
Speed Limit
There's a proposal for a 20mph speed limit in Whitchurch.
Plan for Houses off Winchester Road
Whitchurch's Borough Councillors, Keith Watts and Eric Dunlop produced a new plan for housing in the fields to the east of Winchester Road.
Lots on in Whitchurch
A small number of Whitchurch's groups reported to the Annual Town Assembly on Tuesday evening.
Over Eaten?
Have you had too much chocolate over Easter? Help is at hand locally.
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