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Sunday 13th November 2016 – Remembrance Sunday Service in Eastleigh Borough

November 11, 2016 By SO53 News 1 Comment

Eastleigh observed a two-minute silence at this morning’s Armistice Day service at the town’s war memorial.

On Sunday 13th November 2016, there will be a service taking place in Chandler’s Ford at St. Boniface Church, Hursley Road.

The Remembrance Sunday service in both St. Boniface Church and St. Martin in the Wood Church will start at 10.45am. [Read more…] about Sunday 13th November 2016 – Remembrance Sunday Service in Eastleigh Borough

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Lost iPad in Dark Leather Case and Black MS Paper Diary

September 3, 2016 By SO53 News Leave a Comment

The following letter is from Richard from Brownhill Road, Chandler’s Ford:

“On Friday morning I stupidly put my iPad and diary on the roof of my car, forgot about them and drove out of my house in Brownhill Road. [Read more…] about Lost iPad in Dark Leather Case and Black MS Paper Diary

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Missing: Baby Tunisian Spur Thighed Tortoise

August 31, 2016 By SO53 News 1 Comment

Update: 20th September 2016: Baby tortoise Tara has been found and safely returned home.

Original post below:

Have you seen a baby Tunisian Spur Thighed Tortoise?

Kirrin Chahal from Tyne Close, near Knightwood Leisure centre, has asked Chandler’s Ford Today readers to help find their baby Tunisian Spur Thighed Tortoise Tara. [Read more…] about Missing: Baby Tunisian Spur Thighed Tortoise

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EU Referendum – Eastleigh

June 24, 2016 By SO53 News 2 Comments

How did Eastleigh vote in the EU Referendum?

In the latest newsletter of Eastleigh Borough Council, it shows how Eastleigh voted yesterday:
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Phone Scams

April 22, 2016 By Allison Symes 10 Comments

Technological advances are beneficial but there is a downside. The use of technology in crime has also advanced.

There are ways of thieving now that simply weren’t there a few years ago. [Read more…] about Phone Scams

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Round Table Donate £6,000 to Local Good Causes

March 14, 2016 By SO53 News Leave a Comment

Thanks to the generosity of people from the Romsey and Chandler’s Ford area last Christmas, Romsey, Chandler’s Ford and District Round Table were able to donate a total of £6,000 to local good causes. [Read more…] about Round Table Donate £6,000 to Local Good Causes

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Official Opening of the Fryern Pavilion Extension

March 12, 2016 By SO53 News 1 Comment

Chandler’s Ford Parish Council were delighted that HM Lord-Lieutenant of Hampshire, Nigel Atkinson Esq, officially opened the Fryern Pavilion extension on the 10 March 2016, with The Mayor of Eastleigh, Councillor Jane Welsh,  in attendance.

The Chairman of the Parish Council, Councillor Margaret Atkinson, welcomed the Lord-Lieutenant and his wife to [Read more…] about Official Opening of the Fryern Pavilion Extension

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Celebrate the 80th Anniversary of the Spitfire

March 4, 2016 By Janet Williams 6 Comments

Tomorrow the air will be filled with pride and excitement. March 5th 2016 marks the 80th anniversary of the first flight of the Spitfire.

The Supermarine Spitfire prototype Spitfire K5054 first took to the skies in 1936 from Southampton Airport.

Want to know where you could see the Spitfire 80th anniversary flight on Saturday? Read on. [Read more…] about Celebrate the 80th Anniversary of the Spitfire

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Beware of Thieves Using “Distraction Technique” in Chandler’s Ford

February 27, 2016 By Allison Symes 5 Comments

Sadly, I’m writing this post because a recent card scam using the “Distraction Technique” has just happened to a friend at a busy Chandler’s Ford supermarket. And I’ve been asked to put up a warning item so hopefully nobody else is affected by this kind of nasty theft.

Cards were taken from my friend’s purse when they were deliberately distracted. Those cards were then used to buy over £1,500 worth of shopping. [Read more…] about Beware of Thieves Using “Distraction Technique” in Chandler’s Ford

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Emu Escaped

February 17, 2016 By Janet Williams 2 Comments

I’ve just read on BBC News that an emu’s daring escape caused traffic jam near Eastleigh this morning.

Miss Megan Strange took the photo on her way to work. Drivers were held up during the rush hour as the emu was wandering about. [Read more…] about Emu Escaped

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EU – In or Out?

February 4, 2016 By Mike Sedgwick 4 Comments

What do you know about the European Union? Not much, I bet. Yet we are all going to be asked to vote about staying in or leaving.

It will be a decision made of ignorance for what do we know of the EU? Do you know how to contact your representative or even who they are and what problems they may be able to help with? [Read more…] about EU – In or Out?

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Migrant Crisis: What’s Your View?

January 28, 2016 By Mike Sedgwick 5 Comments

What is the collective noun for migrants? Horde will not do it seems; swarm, bunch, multitude, gang, flock, there are plenty of words but then there is an army of people who will take offence whatever you say.

The problem is that they are all individuals with the same hopes, fears and desires as you and I. [Read more…] about Migrant Crisis: What’s Your View?

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Eastleigh Borough Council Explains Why Local Plan Exhibitions Exclude Chandler’s Ford

January 22, 2016 By SO53 News 2 Comments

Thanks to Peter Child’s recent email to Eastleigh Borough Council, Chandler’s Ford residents now have an answer as to why the Eastleigh Borough Local Plan exhibitions exclude Chandler’s ford.

Tracy Haskett, Planning Officer of Eastleigh Borough Council, encouraged Chandler’s Ford residents who are interested in Eastleigh Borough Local Plan (2011-2036) to attend the next nearest event in Allbrook Hill on Saturday 23 January, 10am until 4pm. [Read more…] about Eastleigh Borough Council Explains Why Local Plan Exhibitions Exclude Chandler’s Ford

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Steve Brine MP: Call for Future Local Plan Exhibitions to Include Chandler’s Ford

January 19, 2016 By SO53 News 10 Comments

Message from Steve Brine MP

Eastleigh Borough Council Local Plan is a saga that has dragged on for many years while neighbouring local authorities (including Winchester in the other part of my constituency) have theirs signed off.

Now, the council is finally running its “Issues and Options” consultation – until 17th February – which will eventually lead to a plan that maps out future development right across the Borough. [Read more…] about Steve Brine MP: Call for Future Local Plan Exhibitions to Include Chandler’s Ford

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Should We be Charged for Visits to the GP?

January 9, 2016 By chippy minton 11 Comments

Should we be charged for visits to the GP?

I heard a report on the radio this week about an article in the British Medical Journal discussing the pros and cons of imposing charges on patients for visits to the GP surgery. [Read more…] about Should We be Charged for Visits to the GP?

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Have Your Say: Police Funding Consultation Survey

January 7, 2016 By SO53 News Leave a Comment

How much would you pay for policing?

Hampshire and Isle of Wight residents can have your say now in this Police Funding Consultation Survey. [Read more…] about Have Your Say: Police Funding Consultation Survey

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After Christmas – Local Rubbish Collection Days and Recycling Tips

December 29, 2015 By SO53 News Leave a Comment

Wonder when your rubbish bins will be collected after Christmas?

What to do with your Christmas trees?

Where can you recycle your empty Christmas chocolate tins?

Read on to find out more. [Read more…] about After Christmas – Local Rubbish Collection Days and Recycling Tips

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Round Table Raises £6,000 for Local Good Causes

December 27, 2015 By SO53 News Leave a Comment

Thanks to the generosity of the people from Romsey and Chandler’s Ford, over £6,000 has been raised in the run up to Christmas.

Now the funds have been raised, Romsey, Chandler’s Ford and District Round Table are looking for nominations to decide how the money is best allocated. [Read more…] about Round Table Raises £6,000 for Local Good Causes

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Former Eastleigh Mayor Tony Noyce Dies

December 9, 2015 By SO53 News Leave a Comment

Former Mayor of Eastleigh Councillor Tony Noyce has passed away after a short illness, according to Eastleigh News. [Read more…] about Former Eastleigh Mayor Tony Noyce Dies

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Update: Missing Teenager Charlotte Piper in Chandler’s Ford is found

December 4, 2015 By SO53 News Leave a Comment

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Update: 4th December 2015: Hampshire Police: Missing teenager Charlotte Piper has been found safe and well.
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