On Winchester Now this week:
- Winchester Samaritans say they’re dealing with calls for help every minute of every day. The charity marks its 70th anniversary this month.
- News-in-brief
- A crucial meeting takes place which could see cuts to County Council services, job losses and a rise in council tax.
- Long-awaited plans for Bushfield camp have been submitted to Winchester city council.
- There are just a few days left for people to have their say on the future of nursing and specialist care provided by Hampshire County Council.
- More than 430,000 Covid vaccinations have been given out so far in Hampshire this Autumn.
- Remembrance events will take place across Winchester this weekend to remember those who gave their lives in war, and pay tribute to members or our armed forces past and present.
- Two care homes in Winchester are taking part in the Chocolate Elf scheme to spread a bit of joy this Christmas. We hear more about the project.
- Thousands of people attended the Winchester bonfire and fireworks last weekend and the torchlit procession through the city. Winchester Radio joined the crowds at the Guildhall.
- Shout-outs:
- To the organisers and volunteers at the Winchester bonfire and fireworks.
- To everyone who attended a recent charity ball in aid of the Hampshire Hospitals charity.
- To nurse Laura Chandler who completed two marathons in two days across the Sahara Desert to support Naomi House and JacksPlace.
- To Darcy the Golden Retriever who has been named service dog of the year for her help to University of Winchester PA Jess Greene.
- The Winchester Christmas tree has been put in place this week and the countdown is on to the Christmas lights switch on and opening of the Christmas Market next week.
