There is confusion around the situation at the Silk Mill, and concerns that historic documents may be lost forever – allayed by the Manager.
News Archive for June, 2012
archive.phpThe Mill – confusion, and is history being lost?
Thursday, June 28th, 2012Latest: Local Man Pleads Guilty at Crown Court
Thursday, June 28th, 2012A Whitchurch man appeared in Winchester Crown Court on Monday, where he pleaded guilty to various offences.
The Harvest Home and an effect on planning legislation
Wednesday, June 27th, 2012The sale of the old site of the Harvest Home has now been extended to at least three agents…
Money Saving Tips for Train Trips
Monday, June 25th, 2012Why pay full fare to get to London by train when a polite request at the ticket office could saving you lots?
Old Methodist Chapel For Sale by Auction
Saturday, June 23rd, 2012An historic notable building in the town’s centre is for sale…
Paths, Allotments, Dogs…
Wednesday, June 20th, 2012Clearing paths, Allotments and Dogs were all on the Agenda of what was an interesting meeting in the Town Hall Chamber…
The Silk Mill – support urged
Tuesday, June 19th, 2012A proposal has been put put forward calling for support for the Silk Mill.
Windfarm – Your views
Monday, June 18th, 2012Local residents are being given the opportunity to find out more information on proposed plans for a new wind farm.
A chance to win- and clear out at the same time
Monday, June 18th, 2012Is it time to eject your CD player, old toasters, broken heaters?
A colourful weekend
Monday, June 18th, 2012There has rarely been such a magnificent display of colour as at the weekend’s fabulous Flower Festival – enjoyed by many visitors and local residents alike.
Youth Club News… and an Open Evening
Sunday, June 17th, 2012Some News from Whitchurch Youth Project Volunteers…
Gizzy is Missing – Update
Sunday, June 17th, 2012Gizzy, or Ginger, has gone missing.
Raising funds for return trip to Sarajevo
Friday, June 15th, 2012Some local healing hands are to do some walking…
Award winning designer to open Flower Festival
Friday, June 15th, 2012A fantastic colourful Flower Festival opens today in the town as the Methodist church launches another of its 200th Year Anniversary events.
One Year On… a friend is celebrated
Wednesday, June 13th, 2012The rain was tipping down on Monday, but that didn’t stop an emotional ‘tour’ around the Whitchurch Art (Bollards) Project as memories of a young artist who was tragically killed one year ago came flooding back.
Wind Farm near Whitchurch – update
Tuesday, June 12th, 2012Following our previous report on the proposed wind farm, we have received the following communication on some of the points raised, which we are pleased to reproduce in full.
Babes in Aprons
Sunday, June 10th, 2012Over 1500 women, including a team of valiant ladies from Whitchurch, set off on a 5km challenge…
Church make it three on the bounce
Sunday, June 10th, 2012Whitchurch has taken three out of three games.
The Babes race this weekend
Saturday, June 9th, 2012Sunday sees the Whitchurch ‘Butcher’s Babes’ taking part in the Race for Life. The team are in the Winchester race, raising funds for Cancer Research.
Housing South of Whitchurch – the debate?
Friday, June 8th, 2012It was standing room only as people packed into the Gill Nethercott Centre to hear some suggestions for future housing in Whitchurch.
Jubilee Tea Dance
Friday, June 8th, 2012So the Nethercott Centre decided to celebrate with a Jubilee tea dance. Did you waltz? Did you foxtrot? Many people joined in…
Parking changes underway
Thursday, June 7th, 2012This morning (Thursday) the line painting team worked with their yellow paint…
Housing Meeting – and avoiding confusion
Wednesday, June 6th, 2012Housing provision in Whitchurch and its surroundings is an important subject, but also one that can often cause much controversy. Meet our Councillors…
Just for Fun – finishing off the holiday!
Tuesday, June 5th, 2012Ok, it’s really just for fun, but there may be a drink to the winner.
Throughout the Jubilee period many of the local businesses have decorated their windows.
Can you guess which shops are shown below?
Vehicles gone missing – crime spree?
Tuesday, June 5th, 2012Three vehicles were parked in the Car park of the Longmeadow Sports and Social Club, and the owners are distraught.
SkateFest – the Party on the Park
Tuesday, June 5th, 2012Music rang out across Daniel Park as Whitchurch’s newest event got underway – a mix of a Community Party and a SkateFest…
3000 – Picnic, Pool and a Tea Dance!
Tuesday, June 5th, 2012Wow – that was unbelievable. It’s gone straight through the roof!
A Roc-kus Party for 2012!
Monday, June 4th, 2012An annual music festival moved to the town centre and brought the houses down…
Snapped rope, 59 years, and a picnic too!
Monday, June 4th, 2012Monday morning in Whitchurch…
Pub Race 2012 – The Report – The Results
Monday, June 4th, 2012As teams assembled, from the surgeons to pirates, from saucy schoolgirls to jockeys…
Pub Race – Interim Report – and the evening continues…
Sunday, June 3rd, 2012A preview of the rest of the evening!
Pub Race Latest – 2012 team list – updated
Sunday, June 3rd, 2012This afternoon at 5.00pm Team Kiss Fist will be setting off from the Prince Regent to lead the way in the 2012 edition of the Whitchurch Pub Race.
Fireworks with a … Ring – then a Bang!
Saturday, June 2nd, 2012The fireworks arranged on the Millennium Meadow went off with a Ring, before the more customary Bang!
Is Whitchurch Silk Mill at risk?
Friday, June 1st, 2012How near was it to closing its doors?