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Virtual quiz night to raise money for Winchester homeless

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Five students are hosting a virtual quiz night to raise money for homeless people in Winchester.  With the cold weather on its way students think it is crucial to raise awareness and help those who are less fortunate in the local community.

Their aim is to combine having more fun during the lockdown and helping individuals that are in need of shelter this winter during the holiday season.

For people that wants to join the quiz on 25thof November at 6:30pm a £3 donation is recommended per person.

At the start their target was £300 which they have completed already having £359 donated so far.

For £2 pounds shelter can secure resident with the bed for a night and £10 provides meals, toiletries, and bed for the night.

Winchester students Sarah, Ethan, Ifsa, Mahrail and Emma has also made sure that there are love2shop vouchers for 1st, 2ndand 3rdplace for people participating in the Trivia Night.

One of the supporters said: “Thank you for your support, you have all worked hard to make this event happen and to make a difference to the lives of people experiencing homelessness.”

Winchester Churches Nightshelter is working all year round to be able to help homeless people by providing them with accommodation, support services and food.  Last year they served more than 12,00 meals and helped 47 residents to move on.

You can participate with making two easy steps donate and contact nightshelterquiz@outlook.comto make sure that your place for the quiz has been secured or if you have any other questions. 

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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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