Andover Advertiser

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Major £3.5m investment is under way to reduce storm overflows
The sewers in these areas have been impacted by groundwater infiltration, which has increased the amount of water in the sewer.

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Andover concert series starts with ChamberMusicBox — £45 for four concerts
The Andover Concert Series is starting with an offer.

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Convicted Covid fraudster who ran mobile phone shops ordered to repay almost £200,000
A convicted fraudster who secured £150,000 in Covid support for mobile phone shops in England and Wales has been ordered to repay the full amount.

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 21:00:00 +0000
'Impressive' four-bedroom family home on the market for £520,000
The interior has been neutrally decorated, providing a perfect blank canvas for a new owner to move straight in and make it their own..

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Andover theatre group raises nearly £1,000 for hospice
Unity Christian Theatre performed While Shepherds Watched as part of their ongoing mission to support good causes through the performing arts.

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
'Compassionate' Andover school becomes first to achieve Champion School status
Harrow Way Community School in Andover has become the first to achieve Champion School status from Simon Says, a Hampshire-based bereavement charity.

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 12:09:47 +0000
5 'exceptional' walks in Hampshire that will help you reach 10,000 steps
A number of Hampshire walks in Brockenhurst, Warsash and Farringdon are able to get people to 10,000 steps.

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 09:55:10 +0000
Race Across the World looking for contestants from the South
This opportunity goes beyond just travelling as participants will have to navigate across various terrains on a limited budget.

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'This is your very last chance' - paedophile spared jail for breaching court order
Callum Bates, an Andover Paedophile who breached a sexual harm prevention order (SHPO) has been spared jail.

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Historic pub given new lease of life with town centre grant
The funding supported major upgrades to the pub’s outdoor area, including relaying the patio and cleaning and repairing its pergola.

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 09:55:07 +0000
Remove bad smells from your fridge with these 2 household items that 'work wonders'
Find out how to remove bad smells from your fridge with distilled vinegar and baking soda, as recommended by experts - it 'works wonders'

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 09:53:42 +0000
UK’s best and worst energy suppliers, according to new Which? rankings
Scottish Power, EDF and British Gas have been named the worst energy suppliers in an annual consumer ranking by Which?

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 09:52:07 +0000
Zoe Ball admits she would 'love' to host Strictly following Tess and Claudia's exit
BBC Radio 2 presenter Zoe Ball has admitted she would "love" to host Strictly Come Dancing following Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman's exit

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 21:00:00 +0000
House with 'ideal' open-plan kitchen and family area for sale in Andover
According to the listing, the house offers "plenty of scope for a new owner to truly make their own mark".

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
MP criticises government for not funding drug treatment that could 'save lives'
Kit Malthouse, MP for North West Hampshire, is calling for the rollout of long-acting injectable buprenorphine (LAIB).

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Hawk Conservancy Trust: Winter Woodland Lights returns in January
The Hawk Conservancy Trust is bringing back its immersive Winter Woodland Lights event in January, combining illuminated woodland trails with a live owl flying display.

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Andover environment volunteers protecting walks in threat of illegal fencing and A303
The group responsible, Andover Ramblers, is part of a national charitable organisation and has played an active role in maintaining and enhancing Hampshire’s countryside paths since 1969.

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Pop up shop closes after raising over £2,000 for charity
Stephen Court, a former police officer who served with Hampshire Police, ran a week-long pop-up shop in Whitchurch's Rotations to raise funds for the Police Children’s Fund.

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 10:30:00 +0000
Car expert warns of the commonly believed speed camera myth that could see you fined
For many years, many motorists have believed that there is a “10 per cent +2 rule” when it comes to speed cameras

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 10:06:00 +0000
Universal Credit claimants' bank accounts can now be checked under new DWP powers
Anyone who claims Universal Credit can now have their accounts checked by their bank for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) under new government powers.

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 09:17:00 +0000
What is a Lasting Power of Attorney and how to apply as Martin Lewis says 'do it now'
Martin Lewis has been telling viewers why Lasting Power of Attorney is the most important thing they need to sort in their finances.

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 21:00:00 +0000
'Bright and inviting' family home on the market for £370,000
Being marketed with no chain by estate agents Graham & Co, this home is seen as an opportunity attracting a range of potential buyers.

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Awards backed by the Advertiser celebrating those making a difference
The Hampshire Changemaker Awards 2026 aim to honour the individuals, organisations and businesses driving positive change.

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Andover plasma donor reaches 100-donation milestone after years of giving
Jake Carpenter, from Andover, has spent years giving blood and plasma to help patients in need, having first signed up at 18 after regularly seeing the donor centre van.

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Hampshire council will not ask government to postpone elections
Council gives response to Government about elections

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
More police officers to be based in rural areas across Hampshire
The expansion follows a pledge by police and crime commissioner (PCC) Donna Jones to grow the scheme from 99 to 114 officers.

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 15:46:29 +0000
Full diversion route after two vehicle crash closes A303 eastbound near Amesbury
Emergency services closed the A303 eastbound between the Amesbury Road junction and Double Hedges on Saturday afternoon, January 17.

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 15:02:50 +0000
Recap: A303 reopens following crash involving two vehicles
Road reopens on A303 eastbound after two vehicle crash

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Surgery reminding parents of change to childhood vaccination programme
The MMRV vaccine replaces the MMR jab and offers additional protection against chickenpox, along with measles, mumps and rubella.

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 10:16:54 +0000
Compensation scheme for blood scandal victims 'wholly inadequate'
A compensation scheme for a historic medical scandal has been criticised as “wholly inadequate.”

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Safety fears grow over crumbling road outside Andover school
The road runs through the King Arthur’s Way estate and passes directly outside the school. It is used daily by pupils, staff, buses and local residents.

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Council agrees to increase precept - amid 'real financial pressure' for residents
Andover Town Council agreed the budget of £669,105.33 for 2026/27 at a full council meeting held on January 14.

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Sweet success for Andover shop owners after opening new store front
Go Fudge, a sweet shop based in the Chantry Centre in Andover, said its refreshed look is attracting more customers.

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 14:16:50 +0000
The rare Royal Mint coin that could be worth up to £500 as 9 rarest £2 coins revealed
The rare coin, which has previously been sold for more than £500, is still believed to be in circulation

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 14:14:47 +0000
Pharmacist warns parents not to give these two over-the-counter medicines to children
A leading pharmacist is warning parents about two over-the-counter drugs that should not be given to a child with chickenpox

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 14:15:45 +0000
'Stop using immediately': Sainsbury's, M&S, Waitrose & more issue recall warnings
Customers at Waitrose, Sainsbury's, Amazon, John Lewis, Asda, Tesco, M&S and other major UK retailers have been warned to stop using products “immediately”

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
New Year’s Day assault leaves Andover man, 48, dead
Hampshire Police said the man, who has been named locally as 48-year-old CNC operator Juan Manuel (Juanma) Andrey Valenzuela, died in hospital.

Fri, 16 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 16 to 18.

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 21:00:00 +0000
Fully renovated four-bedroom family home on the market for £700,000
Fully renovated to high standards, this detached family home offers a generous 2,202 square feet of living space.

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Event offering honest answers and personal stories about adoption
Adoptive parents will share their personal stories, offering a realistic picture of family life after adoption.

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Girl set for first private medical appointment after campaign raises £1,380
Naomi, who lives with suspected severe eczema, has long endured a complex and persistent skin condition that has deeply affected her quality of life.

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Plans for ministers to have final say on large housing developments criticised by MP
MP Kit Malthouse criticises new National Planning Policy Framework reforms, warning green belt and countryside face overdevelopment without proper infrastructure.

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 13:05:50 +0000
A&E doctor urges people to avoid emergency department unless absolutely necessary
A doctor from A&E has urged people to avoid the emergency department at Hampshire Hospitals unless it is absolutely necessary.

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Six steps to take if a loved one dies without a will
Someone who dies without a will is known as 'dying intestate', which can make sorting a will more complex.

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000
'I am determined to leave a legacy of hard-won and impactful economic development'
For Test Valley, this year will see the beginning of significant change as it is expected that the central government will shortly make a decision on local government reorganisation.

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Women urged to book potentially life-saving cervical screening
Elimination of the disease is becoming more achievable thanks to the impact of the screening programme and the widespread uptake of the HPV vaccine.

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'Can we be sure Andover's new theatre won't become a 'white elephant'?'
It’s set to hold 400+ people in its main hall, moving it up a tad in the market for the calibre of acts it might attract.

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 09:23:46 +0000
HMRC handing out fines for Vinted and eBay sellers this January says tax expert
Vinted, eBay and Etsy sellers are at risk of going under criminal investigation as HMRC invests an extra £40m to find tax avoiders who are not reporting their profits

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 09:22:41 +0000
How popular is the car you drive? UK's ten favourite vehicles revealed
The UK's most popular car models have been revealed - and your vehicle could be on the list.

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 09:20:11 +0000
Tesco makes 'amazing' change to its Meal Deal range with 4 additions - what's new
Tesco has added four new limited edition sandwiches and wraps to its Meal Deal range - see what they are.

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