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Since 1961, Clive Howse has been cutting hair at his Surrey salon. Over the years he's trimmed the locks of rock legends...
18/06/2026

Since 1961, Clive Howse has been cutting hair at his Surrey salon.
Over the years he's trimmed the locks of rock legends including Jimmy Page and Jeff Beck – but it’s his loyal local customers who helped Clive Howse celebrate 65 years in the job this month.
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Veterans who served Britain say they were subjected to racist abuse and violence in a public park. See the link in comme...
18/06/2026

Veterans who served Britain say they were subjected to racist abuse and violence in a public park. See the link in comments for more.

Farnham businesses frustrated over Brightwells Yard BID levy shortfallBusinesses in Farnham have spoken of their frustra...
17/06/2026

Farnham businesses frustrated over Brightwells Yard BID levy shortfall

Businesses in Farnham have spoken of their frustration after vacant units at Brightwells have yet to contribute to the town's Business Improvement District (BID) levy nearly three years after the scheme was launched.

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Haslemere man delivers life-saving ambulance into war zoneA Haslemere man who drove an ambulance into Ukraine has descri...
17/06/2026

Haslemere man delivers life-saving ambulance into war zone

A Haslemere man who drove an ambulance into Ukraine has described the experience as “brilliant” – but deeply sobering – after witnessing ordinary life continuing under the shadow of war.

Michael Alves joined the mission after a surprise call last winter from friend Julian Critchlow in Petersfield, asking if he would help drive a fully stocked ambulance to Ukraine.

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Waverley councillors have celebrated Pride Month by raising the rainbow flag at the council HQ.See link in comments for ...
16/06/2026

Waverley councillors have celebrated Pride Month by raising the rainbow flag at the council HQ.
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Plans for a new Frimley Park Hospital have moved a step closer, with health chiefs identifying their preferred site for ...
16/06/2026

Plans for a new Frimley Park Hospital have moved a step closer, with health chiefs identifying their preferred site for the replacement facility.
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Farnham Town chairman Harry Hugo was delighted by the turnout at the club's fans' forum.Read more in the comments.
15/06/2026

Farnham Town chairman Harry Hugo was delighted by the turnout at the club's fans' forum.

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Farnham Town have tied down a key player for next season.Read more in the comments.
15/06/2026

Farnham Town have tied down a key player for next season.

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Alton Runners achieved some impressive results at the Netley 10k.Read more in the comments.
14/06/2026

Alton Runners achieved some impressive results at the Netley 10k.

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Who's picking up the tab for West Surrey?One reader questions whether town and parish councils can afford the extra resp...
14/06/2026

Who's picking up the tab for West Surrey?

One reader questions whether town and parish councils can afford the extra responsibilities being proposed.

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