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Andover Advertiser
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:29:23 +0100Bungalow destroyed by fire as several people taken to hospital
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service said crews were called to the incident in Parkhouse Road at around 1.30 pm.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:21:30 +0100Hampshire Day celebrating the people helping communities thrive
The day honours those who help create stronger communities through a wide range of services and support networks.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Where to watch England’s World Cup semi‑final in Andover’s pubs and villages
England’s semi-final against Argentina is one of the biggest games the men’s national team has played in decades, with a place in the World Cup final on the line and six decades of hurt hanging over it.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Campaign highlights alcohol's role in escalating domestic abuse risk
The council stresses that although alcohol does not cause domestic abuse, it can fuel aggression and heighten risk in abusive situations.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Hampshire village pub Abbots Mitre offered for sale at £900,000
The Abbots Mitre, Chilbolton’s only pub, has gone on the market with an asking price of £900,000, with agents billing it as an established, food‑led destination venue.
Basingstoke Gazette
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:29:09 +0100WATCH - Seven dumping tonnes of waste near Tadley caught on their own dashcam
It led to the prosecution and sentencing of seven men for the unlawful disposal and burial of hundreds of tonnes of controlled waste at multiple sites, including Kingsclere Lime Quarry in Hampshire.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:22:03 +0100Hampshire Day shining a light on the people making communities stronger
The day honours those who help create stronger communities through a wide range of services and support networks.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Hospital staff and patients swelter after 'risky' air conditioning units withdrawn
Hospital staff and patients have been sweltering in "extremely uncomfortable" conditions after mobile air-conditioning units were withdrawn due to safety concerns.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Families left ‘in limbo’ as councillors push for regeneration protections
Councillors are urging action to protect residents at risk of losing their homes under regeneration plans for Buckskin and South Ham.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Basingstoke toy store to shut early to let staff watch England's World Cup semi-final
Smyths Toys Basingstoke, along with the retailer's other branches in England, will close at 6pm on July 15 for England's match in the World Cup semi-final.
Borehamwood Times
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0100Forest Care Village launches free weekly Community Coffee Afternoons
Forest Care Village, a Borehamwood nursing care home, is inviting residents, families and community members to enjoy a new weekly social event designed to bring people together in a friendly, relaxed setting.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:27:05 +0100From difficult beginnings to teacher and a life rebuilt through determination
A man who experienced housing instability during his teenage years has spoken about the positive impact a youth charity had on his journey to independence.
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:43:38 +0100Major new housing development with 73 homes given go-ahead
Cala Homes will build 73 homes on land north of Barnet Lane in Elstree, with nearly half designated as affordable housing.
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 11:07:42 +0100Early plans unveiled for 1,200 homes and school near Watford
Plans have been unveiled that would see 1,200 homes, a school, care home and recreational space built in Borehamwood.
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:16:05 +0100How colour can improve a disabled person's life and why choice is essential
We should have a choice with our aids, they are our personality, they help us stand up in the world, and they should reflect our character
Bucks Free Press
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Council leader defends making major High Wycombe decisions in Aylesbury
Buckinghamshire Council's leader has defended making major High Wycombe decisions in Aylesbury after questions were raised over why they are taken outside the town.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Council leader backs plan to bring boarded-up High Wycombe shops back into use
Buckinghamshire Council wants to see boarded-up shops brought back into use in High Wycombe, but insists it is not trying to force landlords' hands.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:51:06 +0100Beaconsfield's Vernon Kay among BBC's highest-paid stars
Beaconsfield-based broadcaster Vernon Kay has been named among the BBC's highest-paid presenters after the corporation published its latest annual salary figures.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:25:04 +0100Ex-Wycombe Wanderers winger pleads guilty in court following incident with ex-partner
Former Wycombe Wanderers winger Jordon Ibe pulled a braid out of his ex-girlfriend’s head during an argument, a court has heard.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:06:26 +0100Fire crews spotted at busy and frequently used car park
Firefighters were called to busy multi-storey car park in Amersham following reports of a blaze.
Epsom Guardian
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:21:08 +0100Major retailer to shut all stores in England early ahead of World Cup semi-final
Smyths has said all England branches will shut at 6pm today (July 15) to allow staff to watch the semi-final match.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 06:31:42 +010016 and 17 year olds to face overnight social media curfew as part of new plans
New government plans have shared that 16-and 17-year-olds would face voluntary overnight social media curfews
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:06:17 +0100Is Spotify down? Thousands of users report issues with app and audio streaming
Thousands of users are reporting issues with Spotify (on Tuesday, July 14).
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:08:21 +0100Scott Mills topped BBC highest-paid list until he was sacked - see the top 10 earners
The former BBC Radio 2 presenter earned between £745,000 and £749,999 for the year ending March 2026.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:49:09 +0100EastEnders icon and Strictly Come Dancing stars confirmed for Channel 4 show
The full line-up for the new series of Celebrity Hunted has been released and it includes an EastEnders legend and Strictly Come Dancing stars.
St Albans Review
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:00:00 +0100Youth-led project on knife crime shortlisted for national award in Hertfordshire
Police and Crime Commissioner Jonathan Ash-Edwards is urging residents to support the project by watching, sharing and voting.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 15:43:51 +0100Harpenden crash leaves silver Ford smashed up
A crash has left one car smashed up and another damaged in Harpenden.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 15:24:00 +0100Fly-tipping investigation launched after household and commercial waste dumped
An investigation has been launched after household and commercial waste was dumped in Redbourn.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:43:02 +0100'Welcoming' Park Street primary school praised by Ofsted in new report
Park Street CofE Primary School has earned high praise after an Ofsted inspection in May 2026.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0100Nature reserve in St Albans lands coveted Green Flag
Nomansland Common in St Albans has been awarded a Green Flag for its outstanding condition.
The Argus
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:38:33 +0100In pictures - firefighters tackle huge wildfire blaze overnight
Firefighters from two East Sussex stations were called to a grass fire in Stone Cross, just north of Eastbourne, late on Tuesday night.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:59:22 +0100Travel chaos at airport as nine flights issue emergency calls after runway blocked
Chaos broke out overnight at London Gatwick Airport with nine flights issuing emergency calls after a British Airways jet blocked the runway.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:31:13 +0100Live updates as crash causes slow moving traffic on busy A-road
A road traffic collision on the A273 between Pyecombe and Clayton, just north of Brighton, is causing slow moving traffic.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Brighton man who died when van crashed off cliff is named by coroner
An inquest has been opened into the death of a man who fell from a Peacehaven cliff in a van.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100New lift on seafront unveiled as major restoration project takes shape
A new seafront lift which is being installed as part of the major restoration of Madeira Terrace in Brighton can now be seen taking shape