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Tue, 01 Mar 2022 13:56:42 +0000
Overton man escapes from Ukraine days before war
John Green, whose family is now living in Andover, was working as an English teacher in Kyiv.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 15:24:16 +0000
Unlicensed driver stole Honda and crashed it on Christmas Day
He took the car and crashed it near Axford on Christmas Day.

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 00:01:00 +0000
World Book Day: Rachel Parris reads revamped classics with a funny twist
Comedy channel Dave discovered the top 10 classic books we fail to finish, then gave them a revamp - watch Rachel Parris reading hilarious excerpts here.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Residents have their say on controversial housing in Overton
MORE than 140 residents from Overton and beyond have aired their views on plans to build 24 new homes on land close to the village school.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 12:23:09 +0000
Wordle 255: What is today's wordle word? 1 March hints and answer
Hints and answer for today's Wordle

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 11:57:10 +0000
Station Inn to act as collection point for items to Ukraine
AN INN in Andover has joined hands with a Polish shop to become a collection point of essential items and donations for those fleeing violence in Ukraine.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 16:30:44 +0000
New adventure golf course at Andover’s Charlton Lakeside
WORK has begun on a brand-new adventure golf course at Andover’s Charlton Lakeside.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Andover Aldi deliveries extended after supermarket appeals to inspector
DELIVERIES to at an Andover supermarket will be able to be made later into the night following a planning appeal.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 15:23:13 +0000
Ukrainian resident Olga Kott launches fundraiser for refugees
A fundraiser has been set up to raise money for emergency packages for the people of Ukraine.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Young people urged to hop aboard the ‘choose your own path’ bus during Community Safety Week
Test Valley Borough Council, along with partners Yellow Brick Road and Resilience Voyage, will be running a series of events in Andover and Romsey next month to support Community Safety Week.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 16:05:38 +0000
Street artist from Hampshire MyDogSighs creates mural to show solidarity with people of Ukraine
A street artist has created a mural of a weeping eye in the colours of the Ukrainian flag to show his support for the people of the war-torn country.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 11:42:47 +0000
Crucial seagrass restoration project in the Solent survives recent storms
A PROJECT to restore environmentally important seagrass beds in the Solent remains on track after surviving the recent storms.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 09:07:52 +0000
Man dies after being hit by a tree during Storm Eunice
An inquest has opened into the death of a man who was struck by a tree during Storm Eunice.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Haven for bees created at Winchester school thanks to grant funding - plus more money has been announced
New wildflower havens for bees and butterflies will be created after a new tranche of funding has been announced.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 09:42:54 +0000
LEGO Spice Girl tribute set is out now - How to buy yours
LEGO's iconic Spice Girl tribute set is out now. Here's how you can bag yours.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 09:42:13 +0000
Energy saving tips and appliances for the kitchen – where to buy
Save money and the planet with these top 10 energy-saving tips and energy-efficient appliances.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 09:41:25 +0000
Energy saving tips and appliances for the kitchen – where to buy
Save money and the planet with these top 10 energy-saving tips and energy-efficient appliances.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 21:44:33 +0000
Wordle 254: What is today's wordle word? 28 February hints and answer
Hints and answer for today's Wordle

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 16:51:25 +0000
Andover nightclub to be collection point for clothing donations for Ukraine
AN ANDOVER nightclub will be opening its doors on Thursday (March 3) as a collection point for donations to be sent to Ukraine.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 13:18:03 +0000
Overton residents come together to send help to Ukraine
Rainy Carter, 49, is leading the donation drive through the Facebook group Love Overton.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Arts programme for over 60s promotes creativity and boosts mental wellbeing
ANDOVER-BASED arts organisation, Chapel Arts Studios (CAS) is providing a creative lifeline to older local residents facing mental and physical health challenges.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Sutton Scotney charity sets running challenge to raise money for children's hospices
SUTTON Scotney based hospices for children and young adults, Naomi House & Jacksplace, have launched their fundraising challenge, Run4Respite.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 12:36:06 +0000
MP says 100-year-old Andover Mill’s ‘quality jobs’ are ‘exactly what the town needs’ post pandemic
THE HISTORIC Andover Mill has been visited by the town’s MP this month as he considers how the town is ‘building back’ from the pandemic.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 11:22:41 +0000
Tributes paid to ‘respected’ former councillor Chris Curtis
TRIBUTES have been paid to a former county, borough and parish councillor Chris Curtis who sadly passed away on January 20.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 10:47:58 +0000
New driveway rules could see paved driveways banned outside UK homes
The new measures are being considered in an effort to stop storm drainage systems becoming overwhelmed.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Mother from Andover died of natural causes following drinking problem
A MOTHER from Andover died from natural causes after suffering from an alcohol problem for several years, an inquest heard.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Price of Hampshire County Council's meals on wheels service to increase
PENSIONERS paying for Hampshire’s meals on wheels service will soon be forking out more money for their food.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Hampshire one of the worst areas for winter crashes
HAMPSHIRE is one of the worst areas for car accidents in the winter, figures show.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Call handling company wins second award in for its business support services
AN ANDOVER firm has been named business support service of the year at the Prestige Awards.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 14:58:06 +0000
Full steam ahead as Watercress Line gets ready to reopen for an exciting year of special events
A STEAM railway is back on track for an exciting season of events for families and heritage railway fans of all ages.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 10:38:16 +0000
Lidl’s cast iron designer-inspired collection is returning to stores – How to get yours
Lidl has relaunched its Cast Iron Collection.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 10:37:20 +0000
The Royal Mint launches Dame Vera Lynn commemorative coin - How to get yours
The Royal Mint has launched a commemorative coin to celebrate the life and career of Dame Vera Lynn.

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 14:30:45 +0000
Police find body in search for missing Hook woman
A BODY has been found in the search for a woman who went missing from Hook earlier this week.

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 13:38:20 +0000
Police renew search appeal for woman missing from Hampshire for nearly a month
Police have issued an update on the potential whereabouts of a woman who has been missing for nearly a month.

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 12:26:21 +0000
Wordle 253: What is today's wordle word? 27 February hints and answer
Hints and answer for today's Wordle

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Lib Dem proposal for £1M climate emergency pot is shot down by council
A PROPOSAL to set aside one million pounds to be spent on projects addressing the climate emergency has not been supported by the borough council.

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Almost a dozen Test Valley homes repossessed last year
Almost a dozen homes in Test Valley were repossessed by landlords and mortgage lenders last year, figures show.

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Photos from Andover Advertiser's Camera Club 'love' theme
THE monthly theme for Andover Advertiser Camera Club for February was Love.

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Hampshire on ‘red alert’ due to rising energy bills, food prices and transport costs
RISING energy bills, food prices and transport costs have put Hampshire on ‘red alert’.

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 19:22:29 +0000
In pictures: How an Andover woman got people together to support Ukraine
With its mix of independent shops and historic landmarks Salisbury is certainly a city of many colours - but only two were filling the streets of our beloved hometown today: yellow and blue.

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 09:49:50 +0000
Cyclist, 92, suffers life-threatening injuries in Hampshire crash
A CYCLIST aged 92 has been hit by a vehicle in Southampton.

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 09:15:49 +0000
Andover man fined for illegal Covid gathering in tier 4
An Andover man has been ordered to pay Covid fines totalling more than £2,000.

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Pianist impresses during March's WEOS concert
Following the inclusion of an excellent percussionist in the January concert, WEOS once again dispelled the perception that the Club is about ‘organ’ music by engaging the services of pianist, SIMON WOODLEY, for the February event.

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
New programmes combining education and sport launched across 30 Hampshire schools
NEW active learning programmes that combines sports and education have been launched for primary school children in Hampshire.

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Politicians, hands off our successful Channel 4
During this period of uncertainty both on the domestic and international front, when we need firm leadership at the top, Johnson seeks out more red meat policies to head off a leadership challenge from the many unhappy members of his party. Many of t...

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 12:12:00 +0000
Brave competitors take on muddy 5k and 10k Brutal course in Chawton
ADVENTUROUS competitors caked in mud took on an epic challenge in Chawton on Saturday (February 26).

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 12:32:08 +0000
Hampshire man and his wife stuck in Ukraine waiting for visa
A Southampton cruise captain is today in Ukraine in limbo waiting for a visa for his pregnant wife so they can travel back to England.

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Tesco and Waitrose issue Salmonella warnings to shoppers and offer full refund
Both supermarket chains will be offering a full refund to consumers as the products are recalled from the shelves.

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Cold snaps and storms – how to stay prepared
Although you’re probably counting down the days until spring, winter may have some surprises for us yet. From storms to cold snaps, here’s what you can do to protect your home, how we’re staying prepared – and where you can get extra support ...

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Aldi and Lidl: What's in the middle aisles from Sunday February 27
Here's a round-up of some of the items you'll find in Aldi and Lidl's middle aisles from Sunday, February 27.



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