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Fri, 30 Jan 2026 03:30:00 +0000
M3 and M27 closures for Hampshire drivers to be aware of this weekend
Hampshire drivers will need to be aware of a couple of closures on the M3 and M27 for the weekend of January 30 to February 1

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 09:46:28 +0000
Andover man arrested after 21,000 tonnes of waste dumped in Oxfordshire
An Andover man has been arrested after thousands of tonnes of rubbish were dumped in a field in Kidlington, near Oxfordshire.

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Plans submitted for three new houses on grazing land near Picket Piece
The application, made to Test Valley Borough Council, seeks permission to develop a 0.23-hectare site with one three-bedroom house and two four-bedroom houses.

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'We’d be lost without it': Andover music group changes lives affected by dementia
The Andover Memory Choir, founded in 2018, uses the power of music to bring connection, joy and moments of memory back into everyday life for those who are affected by dementia.

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Care home where resident was given wrong dose for 2 days rated 'requires improvement'
A care home where a patient was given the wrong amount of medication for two days has been rated requires improvement.

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 09:45:36 +0000
6 million to get Warm Home Discount as £150 continues 'for rest of the decade'
Around 6 million households will get the £150 Warm Home Discount every winter until the end of the decade, says Energy Secretary Ed Miliband.

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 09:42:50 +0000
Train passengers missing out on £80m a year in delays compensation - how to claim
Train passengers are missing out on more than £80 million a year due to “unacceptable” compensation claims processes for delayed journeys.

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 09:40:41 +0000
Can you stop people parking outside your house? UK rules if there are no yellow lines
Here are the rules around people parking in front of your home if there are no yellow lines in the UK.

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 09:31:04 +0000
Wetherspoon confirms full list of new pubs opening across the UK in next 6 months
This is the full list of new JD Wetherspoon pubs opening across the UK by July 2026 - is one opening near you?

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 21:00:00 +0000
'Delaying elections for administrative convenience risks undermining trust'
I am pleased that ministers have now confirmed elections will proceed across Hampshire as planned.

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Northern area planning applications: what may be coming to your area?
This is a summary of Planning Applications received in the Northern Area Planning Office of Test Valley Borough Council for the week ending 25 January 2026. Any comments should be sent to the Planning Office, Beech Hurst, Weyhill Road, Andover, SP10 ...

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Flooding: 'It is worse now than it was before' as key road drainage issues prevail
Surface water is affecting Vigo Road in Andover, with residents frustrated by what they see as an ongoing drainage issue.

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
'Rural terrorism' demands determined response and this is what we are doing
If you target our countryside and the people who live and work in it, there will be serious consequences.

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Bank confirms it will be closing its Andover branch this year
Santander has confirmed that its Andover branch will close next year as part of a major shake-up of its UK network.

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Charity dog walk taking place this weekend in aid of rescued German Shepherds
All dogs, big or small, are being welcomed to the German Shepherd social walk in aid of German Shepherd Rescue South.

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 09:17:27 +0000
Secondary school forced to close due to faulty fire alarm
Stonehenge School on Holders Road in Amesbury has been forced to close this morning, Thursday, January 29.

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Attitude of Gratitude campaigner offers to speak to schools across Test Valley
Manuela Wahnon, who founded and leads Andover’s Attitude of Gratitude campaign, is offering her services to deliver assemblies to both Key Stage 1 pupils and secondary school students.

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Andover woman uses poetry to raise awareness of Parkinson's
Alongside her husband, Stephen, she has worked tirelessly to help people better understand the daily realities of the condition, which affects far more than movement alone.

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Council loses appeal after axing autistic child’s EHCP during dad's Navy posting
Hampshire County Council acted unlawfully in ending a disabled child’s EHCP during a Royal Navy deployment, Court of Appeal rules; SEND law

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 09:33:05 +0000
Warning to Brits heading abroad this year over travel insurance mistake
Holiday goers are being warned to check their 12-month coverage policies as buying in bulk may leave them uncovered on certain trips.

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 09:33:54 +0000
New Royal Mint £5 coin challenge that could win entrants £29k - can you solve it?
The Royal Mint has launched a new £5 coin, which forms part of a nationwide code-breaker challenge inspired by Sir Isaac Newton.

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 09:32:06 +0000
Drivers issued road markings warning but do you know what they mean?
Road markings can be confusing even for a confident driver as the shape, colour and location all affect their meaning.

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:00:00 +0000
Saddle up for a fun Wild West charity barn dance
Yee-hah! Dust off your cowboy boots and grab your hat for a Wild West-themed barn dance at Littleton Memorial Hall on Saturday February 21.

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Council exploring ways to better protect Test Valley's chalk streams
A National Landscape designation is made by Natural England and is one of the highest forms of landscape protection in the country.

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
'This year’s interiors mood is less about perfection and more about personality'
As we step into the new year, the most inviting homes won’t be the most polished – they’ll be the most personal.

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Former police chief superintendent takes on security role in Andover
Venture Security is aiming for sustained growth across central southern England, and Mr Boyle is expected to play a key role in developing the company’s people.

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Families invited to enjoy Easter trails at National Trust properties
Every Easter trail is different, with games, activities and crafts designed to appeal to a broad age range - from tiny tots to 12 years.

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000
NHS warns thousands could be living with high blood pressure
NHS leaders are urging residents across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight to get their blood pressure checked.

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Protest outside council offices over plans for business park
Margaret Hughes, a campaigner with Say No to Plot 90, said the demonstration aimed to highlight local concerns about the industrial and warehouse buildings.

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The specialist service trying to break domestic abuse silence
Domestic abuse remains one of the most hidden and misunderstood issues affecting communities across Test Valley.

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Downton Abbey filming location to get new building
Highclere Castle, famous for Downton Abbey, is building a sustainable events space with Viking sponsorship to enhance visitor experience and support conservation.

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 09:43:25 +0000
M&S reveals first of its kind foodhall staple today after 35 years - 'best news ever'
Marks and Spencer (M&S) has launched a first of its kind Colin the Caterpillar cake after 35 years and its in UK stores from today (January 28)

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 09:39:13 +0000
BBC to use iPlayer account data to find TV licence fee dodgers in crackdown
The BBC plans to identify TV licence fee dodgers by linking home addresses with online accounts.

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 09:35:54 +0000
Martin Lewis reveals simple trick to slash home and car insurance renewal bills
Drivers and homeowners are being given a 'perverse' warning by Martin Lewis, who says cheaper doesn’t mean cheap, and millions are still paying too much

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:00:00 +0000
Period semi-detached home with feature fireplace on the market for £750,000
Four-bedroom period semi-detached home with loft conversion and landscaped garden for sale in Sutton Scotney, Hampshire, for £750,000 on Bullington Lane.

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Thousands of children to benefit from £3.6m of holiday funding
The Department for Education has confirmed three years of funding for the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme.

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Balloon modelling, tea rooms and more at village market
Woolton Hill and Highclere Village Market returns to Thorngrove in Highclere, on 31 January with food stalls, charity tea room, and family activities.

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Storm Chandra: how to protect your property and vehicles
Residents are being urged to take extra care as Storm Chandra brings strong winds and heavy rain to the South East.

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Brass band raises more than £500 through festive performances
Test Valley Brass raised £525 in Andover Christmas collections, donating £265 to Andover Child Contact Centre and supporting local children’s charities.

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Hampshire hospices receive share of government's £5m funding boost
Hampshire hospices have received a share of a £5m funding boost for urgent repairs and upgrades.

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 09:54:32 +0000
Fly-tipper ordered to pay over £1.7k for dumping bathroom waste
Christian Godwin, 29, from Newbury, illegally disposed of the rubbish on Privet Lane, near Andover, after being hired to carry out plumbing work at a home in Aldershot.

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
New professional workshop promises expert service and vehicle care
DAEDALUS Auto Dealing is owned and run by Jon Pearson, who has transitioned from a 30-year career in the IT industry to launch his own detailing business.

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
24/7 prescription collection with PIN code welcomed by borough councillor
TVBC Councillor Iris Andersen has praised the service offered by Day Lewis Pharmacy as a “practical and much-needed” improvement for the community

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Ten new schools to open across Hampshire as part of £633m plan
An additional £25.2m will fund 25 projects to create more than 390 specialist places in existing schools.

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 16:04:16 +0000
A million pensioners could get a £3800 a year free DWP cash boost
Attendance Allowance is a DWP benefit designed to help people over State Pension age who need support with daily living, but many don't realise they can claim

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 16:02:48 +0000
Martin Lewis reveals simple trick to slash home and car insurance renewal bills
Drivers and homeowners are being given a 'perverse' warning by Martin Lewis, who says cheaper doesn’t mean cheap, and millions are still paying too much

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 10:56:43 +0000
'We are heartbroken' - Traitors winner Rachel Duffy reveals her mum has died
Traitors winner Rachel Duffy has revealed her mum has died just days after the final of the BBC series aired on TV.

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 21:00:00 +0000
Spacious four-bed family home in Andover goes on the market for £460,000
Estate agents Graham & Co say the home is "thoughtfully designed with both comfort and practicality in mind".

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 17:43:35 +0000
RECAP: Andover Town Council Planning Committee Meeting
Andover Town Council are holding their planning committee meeting this evening with 34 items on the agenda.

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
157 new school places to be created for pupils with special needs
The increase comes in response to rising demand for specialist education across the county.

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