On Winchester Now this week:
- We hear about the growing problem of hygiene poverty and hear from the Winchester hygiene bank about the work that’s being done to help.
- News-in-brief
- 15 new almshouses opened in Winchester this week to support those in need in the district.
- A new free event to help women experiencing the menopause has had such a huge response, that organisers have had to add extra dates.
- Three sites in Winchester owned by Hampshire County Council are going up for sale.
- The new School Pastor initiative has received a grant of £1,250 to support its work.
- We find out about the new Winchester Women’s Shed. Like the Men’s Shed organisation, it’s designed to bring people together.
- News-in-brief
- Work starts on Monday on a major road in Winchester. Stanmore Lane will be closed for up to 16 days for essential repairs.
- A consultation is beginning on plans to expand Shepherds Down School to meet a rise in demand for special educational needs provision.
- An appeal has been made for participants for this year’s Peddle Paddle Pace. The 2024 event is being held on Sunday 7th July and raises money for the Motor Neurone Disease Association.
- A special family friendly event is taking place on Good Friday outside the front of Winchester Cathedral.
- We meet the city’s powerlifting champion who’s preparing for her next competition at 70 years old. Marina Cornwell works as a personal trainer at the Winchester Sports and Leisure Centre.
- Shout-outs:
- To all those who donated books, games and activities for children in Winchester hospital’s emergency department.
- To those who donated to the ‘Spare Change for Lasting Change’ appeal to help people experiencing homelessness.
- To recipients of the High Sheriff of Hampshire awards.
- To the City Council’s Ukraine team who have been shortlisted for an award.
- To St Swithun’s School’s under-15 lacrosse side have been crowned National Schools Champions.
- To Winchester Radio, as this week marks 5 years since we launched our community radio station across Winchester and the surrounding area.
