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Fri, 14 Oct 2022 09:16:53 +0100Child pedestrian injured in collision near school in Andover
A MAJOR road in Andover is being blocked following a crash on Friday.
Fri, 14 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Andover residents upset with London train cuts
RESIDENTS of Andover have been left frustrated by a lack of train services direct to London.
Fri, 14 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Andover's Purple Oak Support gifted a tree from The Queen's Green Canopy
ANDOVER charity, Purple Oak Support, will be receiving a special tree from The Queen's Green Canopy (QGC) "Tree of Trees" as a thank you for all their hard work.
Fri, 14 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100PAPER PREVIEW: Passenger anger with rail service
CALLS are being made for a train operator to improve its service to Andover after it has reduced its timetable.
Thu, 13 Oct 2022 10:44:59 +0100Odiham mum arrested as Insulate Britain activists glue themselves to road outside Parliament
An Insulate Britain supporter from Hampshire has been arrested outside Parliament after protesters glued themselves to the road.
Thu, 13 Oct 2022 21:08:20 +0100Hampshire toddler drowned at fishing lake after being left alone 'for one minute'
One worker at the tranquil fishing site said Melvin was 'running around playing' during the afternoon and was a 'happy little boy'.
Thu, 13 Oct 2022 20:00:00 +0100Thousands of people come forward for autumn Covid booster
HUNDREDS of thousands of people who are at risk of COVID have come forward in Hampshire to get the autumn booster ahead of winter.
Thu, 13 Oct 2022 18:00:00 +0100Education Secretary Kit Malthouse visits primary school to talk internet safety
KIT Malthouse MP has joined students from a Kimpton primary school for an assembly on online safety.
Thu, 13 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0100Rooting for Andover scoop award Poppy Garden in Augusta Park
AN Andover-based community garden group has won an RHS award for their newly established Poppy Garden in Augusta Park.
Thu, 13 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0100Hampshire residents invited to exciting winter wonderland at Rosebourne
RESIDENTS in Andover and Basingstoke have been invited to a winter wonderland in a garden centre in Weyhill.
Thu, 13 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0100More than 100 swimmers take part in Gemini Gala in Andover
Swimmers from Andover Swimming and Water Club were in action last weekend on home territory against swimmers from Godalming and WeyValley swim clubs.
Thu, 13 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Author makes imagination fuelled visit to primary schools
A PAIR of primary schools have welcomed a “play expert” to bring the magic of childhood to their students.
Wed, 12 Oct 2022 20:00:00 +0100Andover man upset with council after allotment eviction
AN Andover man has been left frustrated after being evicted from his allotment by the town council.
Wed, 12 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Andover man suspended from driving after fly-tipping conviction
A FLYTIPPER from Andover has been banned from driving and will have his van destroyed after being prosecuted by Wiltshire Council.
Wed, 12 Oct 2022 17:00:00 +0100Police issue warning following rise in reports of purse thefts in Andover
POLICE are asking Andover residents to stay alert following an increased number of reports of purse thefts.
Wed, 12 Oct 2022 18:00:00 +0100Tea Leaves and Reads based in Andover shortlisted for publishing award
A COUPLE has been left delighted after their book shop in Andover has been shortlisted for a publishing industry award.
Wed, 12 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0100The Lights: Catch Us If You Can 1960s variety show covering favourite artists heads to Andover
A 1960s variety show covering all your favourite artists and paying special tribute to The Beatles and The Rolling Stones, heads to The Lights in Andover this November.
Wed, 12 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0100Purple Day Annual fundraising event raises hundreds for Epilepsy Action
Purple Day, the annual fundraising event in Andover raised over £500 last month.
Wed, 12 Oct 2022 12:29:46 +0100Households set to receive second DWP cost of living payment
HOUSEHOLDS across the UK where people are in receipt of benefits are set to receive a second cost of living payment next month.
Wed, 12 Oct 2022 18:52:38 +0100Marks and Spencer closures will see a quarter of biggest stores close down amid new plans
As part of the plans, M&S will open 100 new Simply Food outlets across the UK.
Wed, 12 Oct 2022 18:51:03 +0100May bank holiday 2023: King Charles coronation day off 'remains on the table'
MPs have called for the pre-existing May 1 bank holiday to be moved back a week for a three-day weekend.
Wed, 12 Oct 2022 18:49:51 +0100How to get a free Greggs hot drink, bake or sausage roll
The Greggs App is available to download now for both IOS and Android users and is free to sign up to
Wed, 12 Oct 2022 12:31:40 +0100Netflix The Crown slammed for 'cruel' and 'tasteless' new scene after Queen's death
Netflix has come under fire over a “cruel” and “tasteless” upcoming scene in the new series of The Crown, weeks after the late monarch’s funeral.
Tue, 11 Oct 2022 10:02:21 +0100Pride of Andover Awards 2022 finalists announced
The Pride of Andover Awards 2022 finalist have been announced for this year’s upcoming event.
Tue, 11 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100A303 and M3 roadworks: Closures for Andover motorists to be aware of
THREE upcoming road closures that are set to take place that you should be aware of in Test Valley.
Tue, 11 Oct 2022 14:33:05 +0100National Highways to remove temporary bridge on A303
A TEMPORARY bridge built on A303 to minimise the impact of construction works on motorists and residents is set to be removed.
Tue, 11 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0100Staff at Millway House in Weyhill dress to impress during Macmillan’s Biggest Coffee Morning
STAFF at a care home close to Andover dressed up in their best fancy dress outfits to celebrate a very special coffee morning.
Tue, 11 Oct 2022 15:46:53 +0100Lotto ticket-holder yet to claim their £5 million jackpot prize
A Lotto ticket-holder is yet to claim their £5 million jackpot prize a week on from the draw.
Tue, 11 Oct 2022 15:17:39 +0100Three south coast ambulance services facing walk outs as GMB launches strike action ballot
THREE ambulance trusts across the south coast are facing strike action as workers are prepared to walk out over 'poverty pay'.
Tue, 11 Oct 2022 11:37:51 +0100Charity fun run for the Boaz Project features fancy dress and inflatable chickens
Donkeys and a flock of inflatable chickens lined up for the start of a fun run aimed at inspiring healthy lifestyles on Saturday October 8.
Tue, 11 Oct 2022 18:00:00 +0100Pair of apprentices kickstart career with housing association group Aster Group
HOUSING association Aster Group, has recently recruited two new plumbing apprentices including one in Andover, helping to kickstart their careers in the industry.
Tue, 11 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0100The Lights: Hal Cruttenden set to take centre stage in Andover
A COMEDIAN is set to bring his new show to The Lights in Andover.
Tue, 11 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Wellington Eagles Primary Academy announces new head students
A PRIMARY school in Ludgershall has announced the identities of its new head and deputy head pupils.
Tue, 11 Oct 2022 15:52:46 +0100Madeleine McCann prime suspect charged with numerous sexual offences in Germany
The prime suspect in the disappearance of Madeleine McCann has been charged with several sexual offences allegedly committed in Portugal between 2000 and 2017, German prosecutors have said.
Tue, 11 Oct 2022 06:39:44 +0100Police believe Katie Piper's acid attacker may have left the UK
Police who are looking for television presenter Katie Piper’s acid attacker believe he may have left the country in August.
Mon, 10 Oct 2022 18:00:00 +0100Survey on walking and cycling improvements around Andover Rail Station
Residents have been urged to undertake a survey on proposals to make it easier for people to walk and cycle to and from Andover rail station.
Mon, 10 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Crown Inn, in Upton, awarded Tripadvisor 2022 Travellers' Choice
The Crown Inn, in Upton, has recognised by Tripadvisor as a 2022 Travellers' Choice award winner for restaurants
Mon, 10 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100 Riley's Canine Coaching owner revealed as Animal Star Award finalist
ANDOVER dog trainer revealed as a finalist for prestige award after opening his dog training business last year in memory of his beloved labrador.
Mon, 10 Oct 2022 11:51:43 +0100Horse left injured in Whitchurch after being chased by a dog while in paddock
A HORSE in Whitchurch was left injured after it was chased by a dog.
Mon, 10 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0100Andover Craft Fair scheduled for October with all proceeds going to Andover Young Carers
A CRAFT fair is coming to Andover this October, with all proceeds going to a young persons charity.
Mon, 10 Oct 2022 09:52:23 +0100Loved father killed by falling tree after being sent to work despite warning, inquest hears
A MUCH-LOVED father who died after a tree hit his van during Storm Eunice in Hampshire was sent to work despite the weather warning, an inquest heard.
Mon, 10 Oct 2022 07:32:57 +0100Authorities 'urgently' hunting Katie Piper's acid attacker after prison recall
Katie Piper's acid attacker is on the run after prison recall for breaching his license conditions.
Mon, 10 Oct 2022 18:00:00 +0100Wessex Cancer Trust on the hunt for volunteers to support free cancer wellbeing sessions in Andover
WESSEX Cancer Trust is looking for volunteers to support its free cancer wellbeing sessions at the Wellington Centre in Andover.
Mon, 10 Oct 2022 16:56:55 +0100NatWest and Newsquest cost-of-living campaign: Tips to reduce energy costs
As part of Newsquest's cost of living campaign, we will be bringing you tips to support small businesses.
Sun, 09 Oct 2022 12:18:33 +0100Andover rape: Two men have been bailed in investigation of the rape of a man
TWO men have been bailed with conditions as the investigation continues into the rape of a man in Andover.
Sun, 09 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0100Strictly: Residents invited to special dance classes at The Lights
RESIDENTS are invited to quickstep over to The Lights for Strictly Dance classes.
Sun, 09 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Andover takeaway: Golden Dragon receives one-out-of-five hygiene rating
AN Andover Takeaway has promised to improve after receiving a one-out-of-five food hygiene rating.
Sun, 09 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Three gym owners work together to help foodbanks
THREE gym owners in Hampshire held Jiu Jitsu seminars during September that people attended by paying in items of food to be donated to local food banks.
Sun, 09 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0100David Borrett’s column: Exploring the story behind an Andover pub photo
This photograph, around 1910, of the Borough Arms is carefully posed.
Sun, 09 Oct 2022 20:00:00 +0100Ludgershall primary school introduces therapy dog
A PRIMARY school in Ludgershall has introduced a therapy dog to help support its students.