Explore the charm of steam trains with two nostalgic photos from Hampshire The Golden Age of Steam on the Watercress Line in Hampshire Hampshire: Let’s take a trip down memory lane with two special photos from the Mid-Hants Railway. The first photo is from a chilly March day in 1978 at Alton station. It shows…
This year marks 70 years since the Meon Valley Line’s last passenger train Seventy Years Since the Last Train Departed on the Meon Valley Line Alton: Seventy years ago, on February 5, 1955, the Meon Valley railway line ended its passenger service. It was a sad day for many. Freight services continued until 1968, but…
Hampshire schools will receive £11 million for recladding and reroofing projects, enhancing insulation and safety for students. £11m Boost for Recladding and Reroofing Hampshire Schools Hampshire: Windows, doors, and cladding panels will be replaced to improve insulation. Any asbestos found will also be removed. Hampshire County Council approved nine recladding and reroofing projects on January…
Catch up on the latest happenings in local clubs and societies across Surrey and Hampshire Exciting Updates from Local Clubs and Societies in Surrey and Hampshire Milford: Recently, the Milford Probus Club had a lovely lunch on February 21. They welcomed Kevin Foo, who gave a fascinating talk about his 54 years in mining. He…
The Alton community came together to celebrate the life of Paddy Mendham, a beloved former mayor, during a heartfelt memorial service Memorial Service Honors Twice Alton Mayor Paddy Mendham’s Legacy Alton: The community gathered at the Church of St Lawrence to honor Paddy Mendham, a former mayor who passed away on December 27. His memorial…
PCC Donna Jones emphasizes her dedication to improving road safety in Hampshire, tackling issues like illegal vehicles and reckless driving. Column PCC Donna Jones: My Commitment to Safer Roads in Hampshire Hampshire: Since taking on the role of Police and Crime Commissioner in 2021, I’ve been all about making our roads safer. Dangerous driving and…
An Illinois man receives a 60-year sentence for the brutal murder of his pregnant girlfriend, shocking the community and her family. Savage Killer Sentenced to Decades for Decapitating Pregnant Girlfriend Alton: A tragic story unfolded in Illinois where a man named Deundrea Holloway was sentenced to 60 years in prison. He brutally murdered his pregnant…
The Jane Austen Birthday Ball in Alton was a delightful celebration of Regency charm and community spirit, attracting media attention and joyful dancers. Jane Austen Birthday Ball Brings Regency Elegance to Alton Alton: It felt like stepping into a Jane Austen story! The Jane Austen Birthday Ball was held at the Assembly Rooms, and it…
