Welcome to Alton Hampshire
An independent Alton website that promotes organisations, clubs and businesses in Alton, Hampshire. It also supports the charities The Lullaby Trust (safer sleep for babies) and Alzheimer's Society.
Follow Alton Hampshire on twitter @AltonHampshire and facebook.com/AltonHampshire.
Other Regional News
Warning: "continue" targeting switch is equivalent to "break". Did you mean to use "continue 2"? in /home/altonhampshireco/public_html/carp/carp.php on line 1067
BBC News
Spinnaker Tower marks 20 year milestone
The tower in Portsmouth is marking two decades since it opened its doors for the first time.
More than 100 abandoned boats cleared from harbour
Some of the vessels were pollution risks while others were inhabited by rough sleepers.
'Shine the light on your phone' at unlit bus stops
Passengers are being urged to use torches on their phones so drivers can spot them at dark and unlit bus stops on the Isle of Wight.
UK News
BBC NewsPrince Andrew gives up his title as Duke of York
The prince said he had made the decision because "continued accusations about me distract from the work" of the Royal Family.
Government 'doing everything' to overturn Maccabi Tel Aviv fan ban
It is working with police and exploring what additional resources are required to allow all fans to attend.
Government loses bid to block appeal against Palestine Action ban
Palestine Action's co-founder said the government's attempt to avoid judicial scrutiny had 'backfired spectacularly'.
Alton Weather
BBC Weather - Forecast for Alton, GBToday: Light Cloud, Minimum Temperature: 10°C (51°F) Maximum Temperature: 14°C (57°F)
Maximum Temperature: 14°C (57°F), Minimum Temperature: 10°C (51°F), Wind Direction: South Easterly, Wind Speed: 14mph, Visibility: Good, Pressure: 1023mb, Humidity: 81%, UV Risk: 2, Pollution: Low, Sunrise: 07:32 BST, Sunset: 18:06 BST
Sunday: Heavy Rain, Minimum Temperature: 11°C (51°F) Maximum Temperature: 15°C (58°F)
Maximum Temperature: 15°C (58°F), Minimum Temperature: 11°C (51°F), Wind Direction: Southerly, Wind Speed: 18mph, Visibility: Poor, Pressure: 1003mb, Humidity: 97%, UV Risk: 1, Pollution: Low, Sunrise: 07:33 BST, Sunset: 18:04 BST