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Highcliffe residents fought against the hostel, which could have housed ex-offenders. New plans are now coming forward for affordable homes instead

New plan after Highcliffe hostel row

Updated 3:50pm Sunday 12th February 2012

IT was the scheme that led to protests and placards a decade ago, but now, a new plan for homes is looming.


Housing waiting lists soars by more than 4,400

Jaw broken in suspected racial attack

Updated 10:50am Sunday 12th February 2012

THE number of affordable homes being built in Winchester has fallen by two thirds, a homelessness meeting heard.

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Car fire shuts major Winchester road

Firefighters putting out the smouldering wreckage of the Citroen that caught fire in St Cross Road, Winchester, picture by Colin Cook

Updated 11:56am Saturday 11th February 2012

ONE of the main roads into Winchester was closed for nearly an hour after a car burst into flames.

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Local theme for Mayor's Choice art show

Cllr Barry Lipscomb has chosen several artworks based in Wonston and Micheldever for the Mayor’s Choice exhibition, including this image of Wonston Church

Updated 10:50am Saturday 11th February 2012

THE City Space gallery at Winchester Discovery Centre is hosting the annual Mayor’s Choice exhibition.

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