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‘Much-loved’ Hampshire zoo facing financial challenge due to lockdown

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Marwell Zoo is asking for donations from the public as lockdown has left them in a challenging situation.

The zoo has set up a JustGiving page which has raised over £70,000, and people can also support the zoo by buying items on their Amazon wish list.

The zoo lost its income from visitors when England went into lockdown, but the costs of looking after their animals have remained high.

Marwell Wildlife Cheif Executive James Cretney said: “The charity relies solely on income from the zoo and the fundrasing efforts of our loyal supporters. Each day the zoo is closed to guests our need for support grows.

“We have been overwhelmed by the generousity and unwavering suport from our community during these unsetteling times, for which we are entirely grateful.

“We are confident we can emerge from this crisis in a stong position so that we can secur the joy of visisting our mush-loved charity zoo for generations to come, making a difference to conservation projects in the UK and across the world.”

Marwell Zoo is home to more than 140 species, many of which are endangered in the wild.

After the first lockdown the zoo stayed open for four months.

People have expressed their sadness over the zoo closing during lockdown and have asked how they can help out on the zoo’s social media.

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Police hunt man who threw chair and threatened shoppers

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A man threw a chair and threatened bystanders in the centre of Gosport on Friday.

Police say the man, who was behaving aggressively, threw the chair on the ground and shouted threats at nearby shoppers before running away. No one was injured.

It happened just before noon, outside a Greggs Bakery on the High Street. 

Hampshire Police say the man was white, bald and in his late 40s. He was wearing a baseball cap and a grey hoodie. 

Officers are asking anyone who saw the incident to contact them.

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Police officers injured during anti-migration rally

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Twelve people were arrested after 350 anti-migrant protestors clashed with police overnight in Gosport following reports of a small boat landing in the area.
A small number of officers needed medical treatment following the protests near Walpole car park.
Assistant Chief Constable Simon Dodds said: “Violence and criminal damage have no part in peaceful protest, our position on this has been clear that we will investigate thoroughly and take robust action against anyone responsible.
“Our officers did not deserve to be assaulted as they worked incredibly diligently on Sunday to ensure the safety of everyone in the area.”
Police had banned face coverings and had issued a dispersal order ahead of the protests across Gosport.
Those arrested were held on suspicion of assaulting officers or being drunk and disorderly.
The protest marks an increase in tensions within the UK after protests at Portsmouth, Taunton, Basingstoke and Glasgow in recent months.
Gosport Reform UK councilor Paul Carter told GB News: “If you think about this last night, no one really knew what was happening… I think a lot of people are really worried.”

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Residents warned over closure of recycling centre

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People in Romsey are being warned that the town’s recycling centre will be closing for a month for repairs.

The closure of Casbrook recycling centre will take place from 12 October to 12 November.

The council says that repairs are essential to keep the site safe, after heavy vehicles damaged the tarmac beneath waste containers.

Councillor Kirsty North, Hampshire County Council’s deputy leader, said: “We are investing in essential improvements to preserve the surface of Casbrook HWRC (Bunny Lane) and ensure the facility continues to serve residents safely and effectively for many years to come.

“I thank residents for their patience during these works and confirm that capacity is available at nearby HWRCs to ensure residents that usually use Bunny Lane, can still dispose of their waste during this time.”

Locals have been advised to use alternative centres in Winchester and Eastleigh while the repairs take place.

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