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Wed, 29 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Southern Water to close roads in Hampshire village for sewer works
Southern Water says work has begun in Ithorpe and crews will be "working our way down to St Mary Bourne throughout the summer and into Autumn".

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Residents slam Southern Water over 'horrific' five-day leak during hosepipe ban
Residents reported a major leak in Roman Road, Longstock, on Friday, July 24, sending hundreds of litres of chlorinated drinking water into drains leading to the River Test.

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Man who broke into school ordered to pay more than £2700
A man who entered a school in Andover with the intent to cause damage has been ordered to pay more than £2700.

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:43:43 +0100
BBC reveals first Celebrity MasterChef 2026 stars including Strictly winner
The new Celebrity Masterchef contestants, who will compete in the long-running BBC One show, include TV personalities, an Olympic star, and a comedian.

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:38:40 +0100
UK coffee chain brings back discontinued British treat after 5 years away from menus
Costa Coffee has reintroduced a classic British treat after it was discontinued during the Covid-19 pandemic but there's a twist.

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:37:38 +0100
HMRC warning as 1.8 million tax letters land on doormats - don't ignore yours
HMRC is sending 1.8 million Simple Assessment tax letters this summer. Find out who will receive one, why you may owe tax and the payment deadline.

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:37:56 +0100
UK to see rare solar eclipse in the skies next month - When it is and how to see it
A rare partial solar eclipse will be in the UK skies next month. Here's how and when you can see it.

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:36:53 +0100
The rare Royal Mint 50p coin selling for more than 300 times its face value
The rare Royal Mint 50p coin has sold for more than £150 on eBay, and there are thousands more out there that could be worth a small fortune

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:33:13 +0100
Everything you need to know after Andy Burnham's first Hampshire visit
New Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said people in Southampton and Hampshire should expect to see plenty of him as Prime Minister.

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 21:00:00 +0100
Modern chalet-style home with 'stunning views' on sale for guide price of £435k
A four-bedroom home has gone on the market for £435,000.

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Shortlist revealed for hospital trust awards celebrating staff making a difference
This year, a record-breaking 904 nominations were received across 13 award categories, with entries coming from patients, members of the public and colleagues.

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Council unanimously backs collaborative approach to work beyond 2028
The motion was put forward by Councillor Neil Gwynne and seconded by Councillor Janet Burnage at a full council meeting on Thursday, July 22.

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Test Valley councillors reject bid to oppose £500k Hampshire council legal challenge
Councillors split over whether Hampshire County Council (HCC) should press ahead with legal action after setting aside up to £500,000 for the challenge at their July 22 full council meeting.

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100
MP Caroline Nokes joins calls for urgent action over Hampshire village water leak
Residents reported a major leak in Roman Road, Longstock, on Friday, July 24, sending hundreds of litres of chlorinated drinking water into drains leading to the River Test.

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Three of Test Valley’s most treasured green spaces awarded Green Flag awards
Rooksbury Mill Local Nature Reserve in Andover, Valley Park Woodlands Local Nature Reserve, and Romsey’s War Memorial Park all retained Green Flag status.

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Guardian Angel Carers expands home care into Salisbury and Andover
Experienced Eastleigh and Hedge End franchisees launch dedicated home care service in Salisbury and Andover.

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:00:00 +0100
Jury begins deliberations in the inquest of patient strangled at hospital
Jury deliberations have begun over the death of a Richard Laversuch, who was strangled in a mental hospital.

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'There’s no excuse' - Anger over persistent and hazardous litter and fly-tipping
Mick Drodge, 70, of Launcelot Close, said rubbish has been left in the area for several weeks despite being reported to the council.

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Council leader backs bid to save museum as petition raises concerns
Councillor Phil North said the borough council has been working with Hampshire Cultural Trust (HCT) for some time to develop a sustainable plan for the museum, which is run by the trust.

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Draft Local Plan abandoned as Test Valley opts for new planning route
Councillors backed the recommendation on 22 July by 22 votes to nil, with 15 abstentions, in what was effectively a Conservative-backed move opposed by the Liberal Democrats.

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:24:54 +0100
HMRC Personal Allowance explained as pressure grows over State Pension tax
A new House of Commons Library report has laid out the growing debate over whether Britain's State Pension tax rules need reform, as ministers come under pressure to rethink how older people are taxed.

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:23:15 +0100
400,000 A&E visits for minor eye conditions could be avoided, research reveals
New analysis by the Association of Optometrists (AOP) suggests that between 62% and up to 78% of eye-related A&E visits could be managed in community services.

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:23:46 +0100
Coronation Street star on emotional final scenes as they leave ITV soap after 3 years
Claire Sweeney, who has played Cassie Plummer on the ITV soap since 2023, has opened up on her emotional final scenes.

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:21:52 +0100
Drivers urged to report shoppers at Aldi, Asda, Tesco, Lidl & more over car park rule
Drivers are being urged to report fellow motorists who may break car park rules at Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury’s and other major UK supermarkets.

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 21:00:00 +0100
5-bed home with 'bright and elegant' sitting room at guide price of £575k
A five-bedroom family home with a landscaped garden is on the market for £575,000.

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Estate agent wins industry award for fourth year running
An estate agent has won a prestigious industry award for the fourth year in a row.

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Andover care home hosts 'What Not to Wear' event
Colour, confidence, and plenty of conversation lit up an evening of personal styling at an Andover care home.

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Card-making workshop invites residents to slow down and be creative
The relaxing, hands-on session, led by Miss Ingram, will run on Wednesday, August 26, from 4 pm to 6 pm and is open to all, regardless of experience.

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Couple celebrate 60th wedding anniversary at care home
Robin and Julie Benham celebrated their diamond wedding anniversary at Berehill House on July 23, surrounded by family, friends and fellow residents.

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:58:58 +0100
Man in his 50s pushed to the ground and kicked during robbery late at night
The incident happened on New Street, near the junction with Corunna Main, at around 10.15pm on Saturday, July 25.

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Village shop owner donates gazebo to primary school during heatwave
Vinoth Kandasamy, owner of the Family Shopper in Hurstbourne Tarrant, stepped in with the idea during the May heatwave, offering to cover the full cost of a 3m by 6m structure.

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Farm café, pub, and B&B among latest businesses handed scores for food hygiene
The scores are in – the latest batch of food hygiene ratings for restaurants, cafés, takeaways, and businesses in and around Andover have been revealed.

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Downlands ward by-election: Andover residents to choose new town councillor
Residents will head to the polls on Thursday, July 30, with voting open from 7am to 10pm, with one town councillor is to be elected to represent the ward.

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Nine lock-up garages in Andover sold at auction for £33,000
The garages, located at Wistaria Court, were among 168 lots listed across England in the latest online auction held by Clive Emson Auctioneers.

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 09:46:56 +0100
UK supermarket plans to open dozens of new type of shop to add to existing 20 stores
Waitrose is planning to open new “neighbourhood” style supermarkets around the UK to appeal to more shoppers

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 09:45:42 +0100
UK to see 2 celestial events this week with full moon and meteor shower peak
The UK will be treated to both the Buck Moon as well as the peak of the ongoing Delta Aquariid meteor shower.

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 09:44:30 +0100
Chocolate recall issued as customers told 'do not eat' & shops urged to stop selling
A range of chocolate products sold in England, Scotland and Wales have been recalled, with shops stocking the items told to “remove them from sale”

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 09:42:56 +0100
Burnham warns NHS will ‘collapse’ unless social care is reformed
The Prime Minister said the health service would not be able to meet basic standards until the social care system was properly addressed.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Hundreds of schoolchildren in Hampshire to discover rare chalk stream
Whitchurch Conservation Group (WCG) has received a £31,838 grant from the National Lottery Heritage Fund to deliver the Whitchurch School Heritage Programme.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 21:00:00 +0100
National recognition for Stonehenge School's work with young carers
Long-term commitment to young carers has led Amesbury's Stonehenge School to national recognition.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Former Southern Water employees face criminal charges
Criminal charges are being brought against four former Southern Water employees.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Hampshire business launches children's sewing workshops this summer
Children’s hand sewing workshops with Honey & Harmony in Stockbridge this August. Learn basic stitches, craft a felt bookmark—no experience needed. Book now!

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100
More than 10,000 expected to attend food and craft festival in Hampshire town
More than 10,000 visitors are expected to descend on Stockbridge next weekend for one of Hampshire’s biggest celebrations of food, drink, and crafts.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Blue Light Card reveals travel discounts and money-saving tips members shouldn't miss
Britons heading off on summer holidays are being warned that it's often the small travel costs, rather than flights or hotels, that end up blowing the budget.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Floral club holds summer social with strawberries, cream and bubbles
Broughton Floral Club gathered for a summer social, replacing their usual format of speakers and demonstrations with a member-led event filled with laughter.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 09:06:00 +0100
Missing girl, 13, last seen near Andover Fire Station
A 13-year-old girl has been reported missing from Andover.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Hampshire town road resurfaced as councillor says 'this is the first of several'
Hampshire County Councillor for Andover West, Councillor Chris Donnelly, welcomed the completion of the scheme, describing it as a response to concerns raised by residents.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Back Through the Pages: Horse caused chaos in Andover in 1901
ONE HUNDRED AND SIXTY-FOUR YEARS AGO – FRIDAY 25 JULY 1862

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Six new dwellings and change of use to bar among latest planning applications
This is a summary of Planning Applications received in the Northern Area Planning Office of Test Valley Borough Council for the dates 13th to 19th July 2026.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 14:30:00 +0100
The best kids eat free offers this summer at Bella Italia, Harvester, Subway and more
From Tesco and Asda to Bella Italia, Harvester and Subway, here's every kids eat free and £1 meal deal available during the summer holidays.

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