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A 10-year-old from Ohio secured the national title Monday after correctly spelling 50 consecutive words under pressure, including six in the championship round. The victory earns $52,000 and cements her place as the youngest champion in the bee's 99-year history.
Six top gyms across Winchester and Romsey have been shortlisted for the 2026 Gym of the Year competition, with public voting set to begin next month. The contest, organized by the Hampshire Chronicle and Romsey Advertiser, highlights venues excelling in member experience and community impact.
Defending champion Nigel Devine prepares to tackle the 36th Annual Blackwater Bridge Watercress Festival, aiming to extend his record-breaking streak. The event features a high-stakes competition where speed and precision matter more than flavor.
A Hampshire-based tourism group is giving companies a chance to win a free sea shanty workshop for up to 10 employees. The prize includes a guided history session and live singing led by a local shanty crew. Winners can book the session anytime in 2026 at a venue of their choice across the county.