If you’re going to be on your own this Christmas Day, you’re warmly invited to join the Overton community for a special festive gathering — because no one should spend Christmas alone.
Room at Our Table: Free Christmas Day Dinner for Anyone Spending the Day Alone Read Post »
The Red Lion will host a special evening of live entertainment tomorrow as acclaimed local singer Jake Ward takes to the stage for a performance expected to draw a strong turnout from music enthusiasts across the area.
Jake Ward to Perform Live at The Red Lion Tomorrow Evening Read Post »
The Greyhound is set to host a lively evening of entertainment this Sunday, combining great food with a top-tier comedy lineup.
Comedy Night at The Greyhound Promises Laughter and Good Food This Sunday Read Post »
From March next year, Hampshire residents wanting to book a slot at one of the county’s Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs) will no longer be able to do so by phone, as Hampshire County Council moves to a fully digital system.
Hampshire Council to Scrap Telephone Bookings for Recycling Centres Read Post »
Romance, rivalry and razor-sharp wit will take centre stage in the peaceful surrounds of St Nicholas’ Church, Freefolk, as Pride & Prejudice comes to life in a unique outdoor performance on Thursday 14th August 2025 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM.
Pride & Prejudice Comes to St Nicholas’ Church Read Post »
Final preparations are underway for CarFest 2025, one of the UK’s largest and most beloved family festivals, set to return this August with an action-packed schedule blending live music, automotive showcases, and charity fundraising.
CarFest 2025 Gears Up for a Spectacular August Celebration Read Post »
South Western Railway (SWR) is set to introduce a reduced timetable and impose speed restrictions on its vital London Waterloo to Exeter St Davids route due to an increasingly serious condition known as soil moisture deficit.
Train Services Cut on Key South Western Line Amid Soil Drying Crisis Read Post »
The Government has announced a nationwide test of its Emergency Alerts system, scheduled to take place on Sunday 7 September 2025 at 3pm.
UK to Hold National Emergency Alert Test on 7 September 2025 Read Post »
Football boots at the ready – the Overton Youth FC Women’s team is gearing up for the new season with pre-season training officially starting on Wednesday 6th August at 7pm.
Pre-season training kicks off for Overton’s Women Read Post »
Local police have issued a warning following a spike in reports of people illegally fishing in the River Test, which flows through the village and surrounding countryside.
Police Crack Down on Illegal Fishing Along River Test Read Post »
Local Police Community Support Officer Andy Jones is urging residents to stay alert when scanning QR codes, following a rise in “quishing” scams designed to steal personal information.
Warning Over ‘Quishing’ Scams: Police Issue QR Code Alert Read Post »
Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council has announced that essential internal refurbishment work will soon be carried out on the public toilets located on Winchester Street.
Refurbishment Work Planned for Winchester Street Public Toilets Read Post »
Residents in Overton are being urged to pick up after their pets as incidents of dog fouling have seen a noticeable increase in recent weeks.
Dog Fouling on the Rise in Overton — Council Issues Stern Warning Read Post »
Bridge Street will be a blaze of colour this Sunday as the GT Sports Academy Colour Run returns to the ORC – and it promises to be even bigger and better than before.
GT Sports Academy Colour Run Returns – Bigger, Bolder, and Brighter! Read Post »
Local music fans are in for a treat this weekend as Riley K returns to The Greyhound for an afternoon of top-notch live music.
Riley K to Bring Live Music to The Greyhound This Sunday Read Post »
