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Mon, 27 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Businesses across Hampshire offered free membership to crime prevention platform
The offer is available to businesses across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight through UK Partners Against Crime (UKPAC).

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Drink-driver exactly double the limit banned from the roads for three years
A drink-driver has been banned from the roads for more than three years after he was caught drink-driving on the A34.

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Hampshire mother launches awareness website after loss of 'remarkable' son
Kate Murphy created Connor’s Voice following the death of her son, Connor Hitchings, in February 2025, aged 24, in circumstances she says "no one should have to endure".

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 21:00:00 +0100
Home with 'impressive' double-storey extension goes on sale for £425,000
The extension is highlighted as a key feature of the property, significantly increasing the overall living space.

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Free family walks across Hampshire to support maternal mental health
They give parents and carers the opportunity to meet others in similar circumstances, enjoy some time outdoors, and access informal support.

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Supermarket launches delivery to bring groceries to your door in under an hour
Customers within a two-mile radius of participating stores can order a wide range of groceries.

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Water company partners with charity to improve road safety
The partnership aims to further engage Southern Water’s workforce in safe driving practices and support wider efforts to reduce incidents on UK roads.

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 12:01:23 +0100
Seven men arrested and charged for hare coursing across rural land near Andover
In the early hours of Saturday morning (April 25), Wiltshire Police officers responded to an incident involving three vehicles reportedly hare coursing across rural land near Ludgershall.

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Sweet shop adds nostalgic twist with new ice cream offering
Go Fudge unveiled a new ice cream machine, on Friday, April 17, ahead of the busy summer season, with early demand already proving a hit among customers.

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
New scheme to place people with learning disabilities in mainstream jobs
A new initiative is opening doors to mainstream workplaces for young people with learning disabilities in Hampshire.

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Seasoned musician to perform at Andover community centre
Mark has played for a variety of events, including weddings and parties, and has a repertoire of more than 1,500 songs.

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
IN THE DOCK: Drink-driving soldier caught over double the limit and more cases
The latest Andover cases in Basingstoke and Salisbury Magistrates' Courts, including a soldier caught drink driving and more.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 21:00:00 +0100
Four-bedroom home sold with no onward chain on the market for £599,950
The house is approached via a driveway, which provides off-road parking for multiple vehicles and leads to an attached garage.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Water company using AI-powered digital sewer system to prevent pollution
Southern Water uses around 34,000 sewer level monitors across its network, which continually track flows and alert engineers to blockages or leaks.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
'Hampshire deserves better than a reorganisation that creates winners and losers'
For many residents, this is not a technical adjustment — it is a fundamental shift in how their communities are represented and understood.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Andover band performing classic rock and pop tracks reforms after 30 years
The remaining four members – now all 60 – have decided to reconnect and reignite the spark that once brought them together.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
MP says there is 'nothing “low level” about anti-social behaviour' 
Regular readers will know I've been convening local crime summits, bringing together police chiefs, council leaders and neighbouring MPs to tackle the issues that make life a misery in our communities.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Man fined for riding motorbike with child between his legs and no helmet
A Wiltshire man who repeatedly put children at risk on the roads by riding and driving with them on his lap or between his legs has been fined.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 09:08:35 +0100
Man convicted over protected birds but cleared of dumping 50 hares outside shop
A father-of-three has been found not guilty of causing criminal damage to a village shop by smearing the blood of a hare over the front door.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Death of teenage girl, 16, left unexplained after inquest returns open verdict
How a teenager in Andover died has been left a mystery after the cause of her death was left unascertained.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Breathtaking sunset over rapeseed field in our Picture of the Week
The photo shows a breathtaking sunset stretching across a vast rapeseed field, where the rich yellow blooms glow warmly in the fading light.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Hampshire ambulance staff to receive trauma support after £250k funding boost
The programme will target new employees, first-year student paramedics and new volunteers.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:20:22 +0100
Why Hampshire is enjoying sunny spells, according to the Met Office
Hampshire is set to see more dry, sunny spells due to high pressure that is controlling the UK’s weather, according to the Met Office.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 03:30:00 +0100
All the M3 and M27 closures Hampshire drivers need to plan for this weekend
Hampshire drivers will need to be aware of a couple of closures on the M3 and M27 for the weekend of April 24 to 26

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 21:00:00 +0100
Four-bedroom house with 'standout' sitting room on the market for £575,000
It has been described by Graham & Co as a "beautiful and competitively priced detached family home".

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
'Tilly is a lovely little girl': Five-year-old hoping for forever family
She lives with a foster family who say she brings joy and laughter to their home every day.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Hampshire NHS trust trialling blood test that could change dementia diagnosis
The blood test measures p-tau217, which indicates the presence of amyloid and tau proteins - hallmarks of Alzheimer’s disease - in the brain.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
'Retirement chat with a friend moved me more than I expected'
He was an MOT inspector - the garage he worked in was a family business now run by the wife of the owner who had sadly passed away.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:56:25 +0100
Marwell Zoo offering free entry to visitors named Gary or Lemmy – here’s why
The promotion comes as part of Marwell Zoo’s celebration of two new arrivals, domestic Bactrian camels named Gary and Lemmy,

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:50:32 +0100
Crash on A303 near Bransbury leaves driver in hospital as police remain on scene
Emergency services were called at 3.16pm on Friday, April 24, following reports of a single-vehicle collision on the busy route.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:24:22 +0100
LIVE - Long delays on A303 this afternoon after accident
Traffic is queueing on the A303 eastbound between Barton Stacey and Longparish following an incident this afternoon, with motorists facing delays in the area. Drivers are advised to expect slow-moving traffic and to allow extra time for their journey...

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:36:50 +0100
easyJet launches new route to Paris from Southampton Airport
Airline easyJet has announced a new route from Southampton Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:08:09 +0100
Memorial service to be held to remember cricket legend Robin Smith
A memorial service for Hampshire cricket legend Robin Smith will take place at Winchester Cathedral.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
'Don’t put it off': Hampshire women urged to prioritise their eye health
Newmedica Hampshire is supporting Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month by encouraging women to seek timely treatment.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
University student runs London Marathon in memory of her brother 
A woman who grew up in Andover is raising money for a charity close to her family’s heart.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Aster under fire as Shepherds Row residents slam ‘rip‑off’ service charges
Residents in an Andover housing block say they feel "bullied, ripped off and trapped" by housing association Aster over steeply rising service charges.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Photo sparks memories of 'fun' Scout group from 'good old days'
A former Andover Scout has shared a treasured photograph from around 1970, capturing memories of the 9th Andover Scout Group and inviting others to reminisce.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Care home team help make couple's dream day out at museum a reality
The trip was organised by the care home’s activities team, who wanted to help the couple go on the trip they believed might no longer be possible.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Andover company wins major international design award
The JOYA stairlift, created by Andover-based Stannah, has received the Red Dot Award for Product Design 2026

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 21:00:00 +0100
'Well-presented' bungalow close to town centre on sale for £325,000
The bungalow's location offers easy access to the town centre, local countryside, pubs, eateries, medical centres and the bus station.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Nominations open to recognise hospital trust staff making a real difference
Eight award categories are open for nomination, recognising excellence in areas such as patient care, innovation, leadership and lifelong contribution.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
‘Scar’ on Andover landscape set for demolition after £1.7m budget agreed
Members unanimously backed plans to allocate £1.5 million for demolition works and £200,000 for consultancy costs at a meeting on Wednesday, April 22.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:38:42 +0100
Zoo boss reveals challenges in search for missing capybara amid camera trap thefts
Marwell Zoo’s CEO has spoken of the challenges faced by teams attempting to recover the missing capybara.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:14:30 +0100
Bournemouth Airport operating exclusive direct flights to the Caribbean
The Bournemouth–Barbados fly‑cruise has returned, offering holidaymakers the chance to step on board at their local airport and transfer straight to a luxury cruise ship in the Caribbean.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Children to learn the power of plants during garden centre workshop
The session will cover the 'Power of Plants,' including different types of plants, the ways they protect themselves and their healing properties.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Engineering firm celebrates 80 years in business with new chapter on the horizon
Bowyer Engineering is marking a major milestone this month as the long-established Andover firm celebrates 80 years in business, and prepares for a new chapter in its history.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:44:28 +0100
Sunny spells set to continue across Hampshire with highs of 20C forecast
Sunny spells are predicted to continue across Hampshire, the Met Office has forecast.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Ex-Premier League winners could appear at Andover charity event
Excitement is continuing to build ahead of Andover New Street Youth Charity Day on Saturday, April 25, with organisers announcing a significant addition to the event at the DH Property Stadium.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
A-Fest taking over the high street on Sunday with plenty of activities
A-Fest will be filled with live entertainment, activities and community showcases designed for all ages.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 21:00:00 +0100
Pub quiz to celebrate St George's Day with a splash of patriotism
The evening promises a night of fun, laughter and British spirit and will be hosted by Rob Francis from Overton Radio.

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