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Fri, 04 Feb 2022 05:30:00 +0000
Plans submitted to secure future of golf club near Overton
A MAJOR redevelopment of a golf club near Overton to secure its future has been unveiled as a plans have been submitted.

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 09:48:35 +0000
Council turn down offer of help from fly-tipping reporting company ClearWaste
AN OFFER of free support to tackle fly-tipping was refused by the borough council.

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Kickstart job scheme brings new talent to Andover-based firm
AN ANDOVER-BASED firm has benefitted from the government’s Kikstart scheme.

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Hospice receives competition-winning Andover business’s charity donation
AN ANDOVER businesswoman has donated her winnings from the recent festive window competition to a local hospice.

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 09:47:21 +0000
Royal Mint reveals its 10 rarest 50p coins in circulation
The move to ‘new money’ pounds and pence, happened 51 years ago this month, with the anniversary on 15 February 2022.

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Andover College prepares to introduce new technical qualifications from September
ANDOVER's MP has visited the local college to learn about the introduction of njew, technical-based qualifications at the site.

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 07:35:15 +0000
Prince Harry shares his experience of 'burnout' with Serena Williams
The duke admitted he had used a mental health service himself and spoke regularly with his 'coach'.

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 16:07:45 +0000
Tidworth rapist jailed for 15 years
A MAN who sexually abused two girls over a number of years has been jailed for 15 years.

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 09:25:33 +0000
Oil spillage causes crash involving Andover school bus
London Road was blocked yesterday afternoon after a minibus and car were involved in a collision caused by an oil spillage.

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 12:47:40 +0000
Councillor calls for former court to be opened up for community arts projects
AN ANDOVER councillor is calling on the borough council to make more affordable spaces available for community and arts groups in the town.

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 13:37:56 +0000
One student taken to hospital following crash involving Andover school minibus
ONE Andover school pupil has been taken to hospital following a crash involving a school minibus, it has been confirmed.

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 05:30:00 +0000
Uncertainty over future of derelict buildings
CONCERNS have been raised over the future of two derelict buildings on an Andover street.

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 09:10:04 +0000
Whitchurch resident hopes to increase disabled representation
A RESIDENT from Whitchurch is hoping to increase disabled representation in politics after being born with a rare connective tissue disorder.

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 16:53:16 +0000
PAPER PREVIEW: TVBC let down Picket Piece residents
Here's a look at what you can expect from this week's edition of the Advertiser, out Friday (February 4).

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 14:01:34 +0000
Student took his own life after facing setbacks
A UNIVERSITY student from Andover took his own life after suffering several setbacks, an inquest has heard.

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 13:44:43 +0000
Weather: Mild and dry with above average temperatures
High pressure will build over France and Spain during the coming days. And this is good news for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight during the week ahead because it signals a relatively mild spell of weather for both counties. Putting more detail on wha...

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 14:01:28 +0000
Queen Elizabeth's way of eating burgers revealed by royal chef
Queen Elizabeth may be a royal but her Royal Highness still craves burgers like the rest of us, her former chef has revealed.

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 09:54:05 +0000
Asda is selling a heart shaped pizza for Valentine’s Day – but you’ll have to be quick
It’s just under two weeks until Valentine’s Day and if you’re sick of the heart shaped advertising then you may want to look away now.

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 10:06:00 +0000
Sky launches new superfast broadband package - How to sign up
Sky Broadband has launched a new fibre broadband package, Superfast 35. See what's included and how you can sign up.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 16:07:01 +0000
Former lecturer recognised work in horticulture industry
AN ANDOVER man has been honoured with a British Citizen Award for his work as a lecturer of horticulture, helping to make gardening a more accessible industry for young people with learning difficulties.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 14:43:33 +0000
Melissa’s MS story inspires fundraiser for mobility scooter
A COUPLE from Ludgershall have raised more than £1,500 after setting up a fundraiser to help buy a mobility scooter for their daughter who has been diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Uninsured driver caught out while at Greggs bakery in Andover
POLICE officers in Andover have issued a humourous warning to drivers after they caught out two uninsured motorists in one shift yesterday (Tuesday, February 1).

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 13:49:13 +0000
PICTURES: Networking event helps people build relationships
A BUSINESS networking event held in Andover last month saw dozens of like-minded individuals join together for an evening of forming relationships.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 17:46:01 +0000
Andover Golfing Society raises £1000 for Guide Dogs charity
THE volunteer Guide Dogs group in Andover has received a £1000 boost thanks to the town’s Golfing Society.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Hampshire children commit almost 1,500 drug crimes
Children have committed almost 1,500 drug crimes in Hampshire in less than a decade, figures show.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 11:24:28 +0000
Deadly dog disease vets urge owners to stay vigilant
DOG owners are being warned to remain vigilant after the first two cases of deadly disease Alabama Rot have been reported this year.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 20:55:54 +0000
Costa Coffee to launch new menu item in time for Valentine's Day
Costa Coffee has revealed a new menu item in time for Valentine’s Day. See what the item is here.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
How to smell like a member of the Royal Family: favourite perfumes revealed
The favourite fragrances of Kate Middleton, Prince Harry, Meghan Markle and the Queen have been revealed, here's how you can smell like a Royal.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 21:40:17 +0000
Police called to ‘concern for welfare’ of woman on bridge
A JUNCTION of the A303 near Andover was closed this evening as police said they were dealing with an incident involving the welfare of woman.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 05:30:00 +0000
Covid: Willow Court care home closed to visitors
AN ANDOVER care home has been locked down due to confirmed positive coronavirus cases.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 19:39:38 +0000
Whitchurch Silk Mill enjoys Chinese New Year celebrations
CHINESE New Year was celebrated in Whitchurch this evening (Tuesday) as part of the Silk Mill’s lights festival.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 16:41:31 +0000
Thousands fined for breaching Covid rules across Hampshire
THOUSANDS of fines for breaches of coronavirus regulations were handed out by police across Hampshire, figures show.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 15:14:18 +0000
Hampshire Hospitals restricts visiting as Covid cases rise
VISITING is being restricted at the trust which runs Basingstoke hospital as staff cope with a rise in the number of Covid cases.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 08:57:41 +0000
Andover MP defends ‘profoundly sorry’ Boris Johnson following Sue Gray report findings
ANDOVER’S MP has defended the Prime Minister following the completion of Sue Gray’s report into alleged parties at Downing Street on several occasions while the country was under coronavirus restrictions.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 08:57:29 +0000
Drivers warned they face fines over 'friendly warning' commonly used on UK roads
Drivers were told although chances were low, it is still not worth the risk.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 17:35:41 +0000
Former Andover Independent Party leader speaks out on the group’s aims
THE former leader of the Andover Independent Party at town council level has spoken out about how she views the party’s vision for more diverse representation living on following the group’s disbandment.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 12:35:44 +0000
Council joins forces with CCG to put on more pop-up Covid vaccination clinics across Andover
TEST Valley Borough Council has teamed up with the NHS to help residents around Andover get their Covid-19 vaccinations this winter.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 16:21:12 +0000
Andover Advertiser Beauty Therapist of the Year 2022
Readers are being invited to nominate their favourite beauty salon/beautician.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 17:41:58 +0000
A30 road closure: Man, 40, dies after police pursuit on A343 at Stockbridge
Officers are investing after a fatal collision yesterday.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 08:56:21 +0000
Government ‘set for U-turn’ on mandatory vaccines for health workers
Sajid Javid has been facing pressure to scrap the requirement amid fears it will lead to a major staffing crisis.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 13:23:35 +0000
Shortage of beds and long waits at Basingstoke's A&E
PATIENTS visiting Basingstoke hospital’s emergency department are waiting longer to be seen than the national average, figures show.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 15:00:12 +0000
Sue Gray Report: Read the report in full about Boris Johnson party allegations
The 12-page report has been published on the government website.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 09:28:40 +0000
Hampshire police and crime commissioner gains support for council tax hike
COUNCIL tax across Hampshire will likely increase by around £10 per year to pay for more police officers.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 09:11:08 +0000
Teenage girl assaulted near Tidworth Cricket Ground
Wiltshire Police are investigating after a 17-year-old was assaulted in Tidworth.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 13:17:47 +0000
Man, 30, appears in court accused of setting fire to his home
AN ANDOVER man accused of setting fire to his home has had his case sent to crown court.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 09:32:11 +0000
Andover MP encourages people to ‘reflect on dark time in history’ to mark Holocaust Memorial Day
ANDOVER’S MP has marked Holocaust Memorial Day by signing the Holocaust Educational Trust’s Book of Commitment, and urging others to reflect on a ‘dark time in history’.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 10:41:30 +0000
Andover Round Table is welcoming men to join its social club
ANDOVER round table is back up and running, and encouraging new members to join.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 11:20:15 +0000
Fizz Fest to be held at Black Chalk Vineyard in July 2022
GET ready to raise your glasses for the eighth year of Vineyards of Hampshire (VoH) Fizz Fest.

Sun, 30 Jan 2022 14:39:12 +0000
Andover man charged with arson and assault
AN ANDOVER man has been charged with arson and assault by beating following an incident in the town last night.

Sun, 30 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Picket Piece residents to pursue legal action over TVBC housing development decision
RESIDENTS of Picket Piece have spoken out about their anger and upset following Test Valley Borough Council’s (TVBC) decision to grant permission for 16 additional homes on land promised as a junior sports pitch.



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