Georgia Hase

Bohunt School has been named the top performer in Hampshire, topping both the 16-18 and GCSE league tables in the latest Department for Education rankings.

Liphook Food Bank is facing increased demand as the new year begins, with the ongoing cost of living crisis placing pressure on families in the local area. The food bank, now approaching its fifth anniversary, has seen a significant rise in its expenses. Monthly costs increase by 25 per cent from 2023 to 2024, from £1,500 to £2,000, with costs expected to rise again in 2025. The team has been working tirelessly to ensure that it can continue to provide emergency support to those in need, but with fewer food donations coming in, financial donations are becoming even more vital.

To be or not to be... in love? That is the question in the Haslemere Players’ sizzling production of Cole Porter’s iconic musical Kiss Me, Kate. This much-loved Broadway classic will be staged at Haslemere Hall from Tuesday, March 25 to Saturday, March 29, with a special matinee performance on the Saturday.

Nestled in the heart of the countryside, The Bel & Dragon has undergone a major refurbishment, blending its historic character with modern comforts just in time for the New Year. This charming country inn now offers more than just a place to stay – it’s a destination for dining, relaxing, and celebrating, all in a warm and welcoming environment.

Vandals have targeted Lion Green’s public toilets, forcing the closure of the disabled facility and raising concerns over anti-social behaviour.

Five new homes could be built in Tilford after a planning application was submitted for redeveloping Starcross Farm.

Getting older is a natural part of life, but poor care shouldn’t be. This is what one pair decided after finding the right support to care for their own ageing relatives, a confusing, inconsistent, and often inadequate experience.

Haslemere’s healthcare capacity has taken a vital step forward with the official opening of three additional clinical rooms and a new blood pressure self-check cubicle at the Haslemere Health Centre. Funded through £36,000 of neighbourhood CIL funding from Haslemere Town Council, the expansion addresses the growing demand for medical services in the area.

The River Wey teeters on the brink of an ecological disaster, as a decade-long campaign to address a critical threat remains unresolved.

Affordable homes or a scar on the landscape? Haslemere residents are split over a new housing proposal. The proposed housing development on land west of Hedgehog Lane, Haslemere, outlines 14 residential dwellings including affordable housing and self-build plots, designed to meet local demand. Just a short walk from the town centre and railway station, developers highlight the site’s excellent amenities and energy-efficient homes, designed to blend with Haslemere’s character.