340 homes for Portals Mill site?
Around 340 homes are proposed to be built on the former Portals Mill site. Eight sites across Basingstoke and Deane have been earmarked for major development as Basingstoke and Deane […]
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Get the latest village updates on Whatsapp
As part of our increasing efforts to keep you informed with what’s happening in the village, we’ve now launched a channel on Whatsapp. It’s free to subscribe, and we’ll bring
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New programmes for 2024.
We’re delighted to announce some changes to the Overton Radio schedule in 2024. From January 2nd, Paul “Golly” Robinson and Elle Hack will be on for even longer! Paul’s ‘Lunchtime
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Christmas at Overton Radio
Over the festive season, Overton Radio will endeavour to keep you entertained and informed about what’s going on in the village. We’ve begun our Christmas playlist, and over the next
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"It's been a laugh", says local florist as he retires after 20 years
“Shop life has been good, with so many laughs”, says Jonathan Bird from local florist Ikebana. Jonathan retires today from a business he has been running on the high street
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LISTEN AGAIN: Kate Aherne
Kate Aherne put on a fantastic performance at the White Hart in Overton on Saturday evening. Before that, our very own showbiz reporter Elle Hack caught up with her for
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Almost £4,000 of equipment stolen from Berrydown Sports Centre
Almost £4,000 of gardening equipment has been stolen from the Overton Recreation Centre at Berrydown in Overton. The theft happened on Monday (20th November 2023) evening around 11:00pm. Venue owners
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STICKLAND PLUMBING: Avoid Burst Pipes This Winter
Winter is on its way and the recent temperature drop means now really is the time to make sure your home plumbing is ready for the freeze. Plumbing is really
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Free festive advertising… and WIN a smart speaker
Overton’s hyper-local radio station is offering local businesses a free advertising campaign ahead of Christmas. Overton Radio is offering every locally-owned and managed high street business some free Christmas advertising.
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Overton Christmas Market: The Countdown Is On
The Overton Christmas Market returns on Saturday 25th November in the Community Centre forecourt. Organised by the Overton Business Association and Open Overton, the event will bring the community together
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Remembrance Sunday: Lest We Forget
Tomorrow, the people of Overton will come together to remember those who died in conflict. Sunday’s events will see a parade begin from Beech Tree Care Home in Sprents Lane
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Village Christmas Gift Shop Opens
A little shop on the High Street in Overton will reopen to sell Christmas gifts from tomorrow. Renasci Designs on the junction with Red Lion Lane will open again as
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