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News
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.
Parish Hall Provides Live Entertainment
An appreciative audience saw stand-up comedian Dominic Holland return to the Parish Hall on Saturday evening.
QEII Park Decision
Basingstoke & Deane Council Cabinet has decided that the reservation a strip of land on the edge of the new park will happen.
More Road Closures
A warning of further disruption to Newbury Street and now London Ra od has been issued by B&DBC.
United into Cup Final
The Jam Boys won their way into the final of the Andover Open Cup.
Welcome to Whitchurch
The Spring sunshine and daffodils are a welcoming sight.
Olympic Torch Bypasses Whitchurch
As previously reported the torch will not pass through Whitchurch.
It's All Happening at the Parish Hall
Oscar winning films and a cabaret evening are scheduled.
Complaints About QEII Park Plans
Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council planners want to retain an access route to potential new housing sites, this has upset many involved in the campaign to have the park recognised.
More Winning Ways
Whitchurch United beat Ludgershall Sports 7 - 0!
United Back to Winning Ways
Whitchurch United beat Wessex League leaders, Team Solent 2 - 1 away from home.
New Royal Family Selected
Whitchurch Festival Queen, Princess and Attendants have been selected.
Calling All Golfers
A fund raising golf day has been arranged to raise funds for Whitchurch Sports Trust.
Glass Recycling
Basingstoke & Deane BC is bringing in roadside collection of glass jars and bottles in Whitchurch.
Once Again the Cheapest Around
Whitchurch's butcher, Philip Langley, is once again offering the cheapest eggs in the area.
Festival Money on Offer
Whitchurch Festival Committee is asking for ideas on how to spend £600.
Your Chance to Comment on Future Plans
Basingstoke & Deane Borough Council is looking for comments on its plans for house building up to the year 2027.
Last Chance for Free House Insulation
The offer of free cavity wall insulation and loft insulation ends soon.
BBC Digital TV Problems
Those using the Hannington transmitter may be having problems receiving BBC TV channels.
Another Shop Opens
The shop on London Street is no longer empty.
Another Potato Day
The 14th Hampshire Potato Day started with long queues of keen gardeners waiting to get in.
Top Films Come to Whitchurch
The Parish Hall will be showing The Iron Lady.
Digital Switchover is Coming
From 8 February those receiving TV reception from the Hannington transmitter (your aerial points roughly north) the changes will start.
More Prizes from the Newbury Building Society
The lucky winner of December's competition was Ian Alderton, he's won a Sunday carvery for 4 people with a bottle of house wine and there's a new competition this month.
Busy Time for Whitchurch United
Following on from their FA Cup run and two recent matches being cancelled because of the weather, the Jam Boys 1st Team faces a busy period up to the end of February.
Whitchurch Festival Calendar Set
The Festival Committee has set the dates for the 2012 events.
Potatoes are Coming
Next weekend will see the annual influx of visitors for the largest vent of its time in the South.
Books at Home
Whitchurch Library offers the Home Library Service for people who are no longer able to get to the nearest library or mobile stop.
More Signs of the Time
Two scenes captured in Whitchurch point to the future.
Whitchurch Sales are On
Take advantage of sales at Dolls House Hampshire, The Handbag Shop, Dowlings Shoe Shop and Rosie's Gifts.
Christmas Fund Raising
The Annual Pub Carol Singing Tour raised £245.95 for the Kingfisher Trust.
Stargazy Pie Anyone?
An evening’s star gazing followed by Shepherd’s Pie is on offer.
200 years in Whitchurch - Methodist Church
There'll be a Songs of Praise Service at the Methodist Church on 15th January, at 10.30am.
It's Time for Cricket
Whitchurch Cricket Club is starting indoor sessions this week.
Win, Win, Win
Three Whitchurch United teams won on Saturday.
Christmas Tree Recycling
You can recycle your trees, courtesy of Basingstoke & Deane Borough Council.
New Butchers is Open
Philip Langley's Butchers has been serving customers on its first day.
Signs of the Time
Road signs give clues about 2 major events at the end of the month.
What Do You Think of the NHS?
An on-line survey is looking to find out how you think NHS services are being delivered in Whitchurch.
Water, Water
Yet again, parts of the road and pavement on Winchester Road have been flooded again.
Philip Ready to Serve You
The butcher's shop is getting ready to re-open on Thursday.
New Year - Old Weather
The heavy rains of 2011 are happening again.
..and a Happy New Year
Several hundred townsfolk saw in the New Year in the Town centre.
Merry Christmas to All!
Basingstoke's Salvation Army band brought the Town centre to the end of its Christmas in Whitchurch festivities as usual.
Folk Singing Meets Hi-Tech Bingo
Whitchurch's traditional Christmas Carol Singers dropped in on the Parish Hall bingo session.
Whitchurch has Cheapest Fuel for Miles
Whitchurch Filling Station has the cheapest fuel for miles around.
United on Top Form
Whitchurch United’s players combined to give Manager, Jim Macey, a slightly early Christmas present when they won convincingly against Basingstoke Royals in the Quarter Finals of the Basingstoke Senior Cup.
Local Businesses Collaborate
There's a special offer from the Newbury Building Society which will make someone very happy in the White Hart.
All Change at the Butchers
John Dennett's butchers shop is changing hands.
Parish Hall Market is Back
The Friday morning market started in the Parish Hall many, many years ago is back this week.
Library Christmas Opening Hours
The library is closed on Christmas Eve & Boxing Day but ....
Christmas in Whitchurch Winners
The winners of the Family Competition and the Best Dressed Shop Window were announced at H's Coffee Shop.
Parish Hall AGM
The newly refurbished Parish Hall hosted the AGM on Friday evening.
Still TIme for Shopping in Whitchurch
With the shops beautifully decorated for Christmas and lots of special offers, why not support your shops now?
New - In the Library
Whitchurch Library is starting Baby Bounce and Rhymetime sessions.
We'll Meet Again - Again
The senior citizen's meal and entertainment was again organised by the Whitchurch Festival Committee and held in the Parish Hall.
A Busy Day in Whitchurch's Shops
Town centre businesses saw some seasonal trading on the first Saturday in December.
Christmas in Whitcurch 2011
The lights in Whitchurch came on at 6pm and the crowds flocked to see them!!
One Door Closes ....
Sadly, the Veg Patch Patch has closed, but immediately across the road, the Parish Hall has reopened its doors.
IT Courses for the Over 50s
Age Concern Hampshire is planning to run computer courses for the over 50s in Whitchurch.
Craft Fair's Well
Testbourne PTA held a very successful Craft Fair on Saturday.
Films Back at the Parish Hall
The Parish Hall is to reopen on Thursday with the Moviola Film, Jane Eyre.
Rising Fives' Quiz Success
The Rising Fives' Quiz Night at the White Hart raised over £200!
Latest Development Newsletter
Basingstoke & Deane have just issued its latest Local Development Framework Newsletter.
United Back on Winning Form
After mixed fortunes in the Wessex League, Whitchurch United won through in the Andover Open Cup.
Forum Back
theWhitchurchWeb forum is back on-line.
Christmas in Whitchurch
The latest information on the 7th Christmas in Whitchurch.
News from the Silk Mill
Whitchurch Silk Mill has a new website and has lots happening now and in the near future.
Remembrance Service
The annual service was held at All Hallows at 10.15 on 13th November.
Christmas in Whitchurch
Peter Pan will be in Whitchurch to switch on the lights.
XI.XI.XI.XI
There will be a 2 minute silence today, 11th November, to mark Remembrance Day.
Business Offers
Lots on offer in Whitchurch.
Fancy a Game?
Did you know that Whitchurch has a thriving Squash Club?
Whitchurch Festival News
The Halloween bonfire and fireworks display as well as being a fantastic spectacle was a financial success.
Olympic Torch to Bypass Whitchurch
The Olympic torch will visit Basingstoke and Andover, but not Whitchurch.
Lest We Forget
At the time of year when most remember and support our forces, at least one Whitchurch resident is doing otherwise.
News archive - older news
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