Former Romsey mayor opens community kitchen with £10.95 two-course meals

• The restaurant serves breakfast and lunch seven days a week, including a popular Sunday roast.

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The local news that matters this morning

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BBC News - Hampshire · yesterday 'We need more knee and hip patients for NHS operations' • An orthopaedic centre that has cared for 1,200 patients in a year aims to double that number.

Hampshire Chronicle · yesterday School's light trail expanding with storybook magic for families in Winchester • Visitors will follow an illuminated trail filled with installations inspired by beloved books, stories and films.

Hampshire Chronicle - Romsey · yesterday Romsey's celebration of Ukrainian culture and independence shown in photos • Music, dance and traditional food brought colour to Romsey Market Place as residents gathered to celebrate Ukrainian Independence Day.

Southern Daily Echo - News · Local news · today High street takeaway wants to sell food until 3am • Portswood takeaway Flame & Flavor applies to serve hot food and drinks until 3am daily, as Southampton City Council consultation ends October 12.

Southern Daily Echo - News · Local news · today Another superstar DJ booked for live set at village pub • Jamiroquai’s long-time drummer Derrick McKenzie is set to perform a special live DJ set at a village pub near Southampton

BBC News - Hampshire · Local news · yesterday Twelve arrests after protest over migrant boat arrival • Flares were set off and there were a few scuffles with police during the stand-off in Gosport.

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue news RSS feed · Safety and public services · yesterday Fire Service and health partners relaunch emollients fire safety campaign • Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service (HIWFRS) has once again joined forces with NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight and Community Pharmacy Hampshire & Isle of Wight to raise awareness of the fire risks associated with emollient creams.

What's on: next 14 days

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17 Oct · The Guildhall, Winchester, SO23 9GH1066 and the Bayeux Tapestry Story Guided Walking Tour

18 Oct · Alresford Farmers' Market, Alresford, SO24 9ASAlresford Farmers' Market

10 Oct · The Colour Factory, Winchester, SO23 7DDDrawing Beyond The Page: From 2D to 3D - Inspired by Auguste Rodin

12 & 19 Oct · Visitor Information Centre, Winchester, SO23 9GHLower Winchester guided walking tour

17 Oct · The ARC, Winchester, SO23 8SBMasterclass: How to Find a Literary Agent

18 Oct · Theatre Royal Winchester, Winchester, SO23 8SBThe Ultimate Eagles

7 Oct · Winchester College, Science Lecture Theatre, Science School, Winchester, SO23 9PGTransatlantic Abolitionism in the Age of Revolution: An International History of Anti-Slavery, c. 1787-1820

12 & 19 Oct · Visitor Information Centre, Winchester, SO23 9GHUpper Winchester guided walking tour

11 Oct · Winchester Farmers' Market, Winchester, SO22 8LAWinchester Farmers' Market

6 OctChoir specialising in sacred music from the first millennium to perform recital

6 OctFestive countdown begins as Winchester announces Christmas dates

6 OctWinchester fitness fundraiser to support hospice care costs

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On this day in Winchester

On 6 October 1645, Winchester Castle's Royalist garrison surrendered to Oliver Cromwell's Parliamentary army after bombardment, and the castle was later slighted beyond military use.

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