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Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:27:49 +0100Andover set for wet and windy Friday as Storm Austen looms
Storm Austen is set to bring potentially disruptive weather further south, with Andover forecast to see heavy rain and strong gusts.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100MP calls for veteran compensation to be excluded from benefit means tests
Military compensation should not count as income, says an MP calling for a change to benefit rules.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100The Andover Tap wins award after raising nearly £60,000 for local charities
A pub has been recognised for its outstanding contribution to the community.
Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:12:37 +0100Expert says escaped Marwell capybara Samba will prove a challenge to catch
Missing Marwell Zoo capybara is expected to have little trouble surviving the winter, but an expert has warned it will take a 'monumental effort' to catch her.
Wed, 21 Oct 2026 21:00:00 +0100See inside this Andover home with three bedrooms and private garden
A three-bedroom link-detached home in Brackenbury, Andover, is on the market for £385,000
Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100Meet Max, 92, the familiar face returning for Andover’s Poppy Appeal
Army veteran Max Barnikel returns to Andover Waitrose for his 20th Poppy Appeal fundraiser, collecting for the Royal British Legion from October 24.
Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100SEN-friendly football club launches in Hampshire after high demand from families
A new special educational needs-friendly football club has launched in Overton with The Haven.
Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100Chamber calls for urgent green energy investment to unlock business growth
The Chamber has unveiled a “blueprint for action” to accelerate the green energy transition and unlock vital business investment.
Wed, 21 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0100Masons make donation to charity to help children connect with nature
Norman Gate Masons donate to Andover Trees United, supporting outdoor learning, youth nature activities and community conservation at Harmony Woods in Andover.
Wed, 21 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0100Community creates sea of poppies to honour military sacrifices
A sea of knitted poppies is taking shape as part of a community tribute.
Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:21:42 +0100In pictures: Test Valley Business Awards celebrate local success
A night of celebration has shone a spotlight on the achievements of businesses and individuals across Test Valley.
Wed, 21 Oct 2026 09:46:48 +0100State pension tipped to increase by nearly £500 a year as weekly payments reach £250
The full new state pension could rise from £241.30 to £250.70 a week from April 2027, taking the annual payout to £13,036.40.
Wed, 21 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Adventurer who lost all four limbs thanks community that helped rebuild his life
An adventurer has spoken of the "incredible" support that helped him rebuild his life after losing all four limbs.
Wed, 21 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Over 100 makers find a permanent home at new town centre emporium
The emporium offers shoppers a chance to explore unique products, thoughtful gifts and one-of-a-kind finds in the heart of the town centre.
Wed, 21 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Family-run convenience store secures £750 grant ahead of festive season
The shop has been fully refitted and offers a wide range of everyday essentials.
Wed, 21 Oct 2026 09:44:02 +0100Millions face winter with no energy credit as heating costs spark concern
More than nine million households enter winter with no energy credit cushion or in arrears as January price cap rises loom, Uswitch research reveals.
Wed, 21 Oct 2026 09:41:36 +0100Coca-Cola Christmas Truck could be heading your way after public vote
People across Great Britain can vote for the first time to decide where the Coca-Cola Christmas Truck visits on its winter 2026 tour.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 08:27:17 +0100Warning as Met Office issues yellow weather warning in much of Hampshire
A weather warning for wind has been issued for Southampton with gusts of up to 70mph possible in exposed coastal areas.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:00:00 +0100Look around this £270,000 family property in Andover
See inside this Andover property featuring three bedrooms, a home-working space and an open-plan kitchen and dining room.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100YMCA Andover appeals for toy donations ahead of Christmas sale
The charity has issued a call for help from the local community to spread Christmas cheer by donating toys they no longer need.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100Family-run countryside café and farm shop wins prestigious rural business award
The converted cow shed on the historic Cholderton Estate has been welcoming customers since 2009, offering a relaxed countryside atmosphere.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100Andover family hub to open this month as Hampshire support network grows
Best Start Family Hubs aim to provide early support for families from pregnancy through to starting school.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100Stannah staff cycle 5,453 miles and raise £20,426 for 12 charities
By the end of the challenge, participants had covered 5,453 miles, exceeding the original target by 36 per cent.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:16:25 +0100‘We are watching you’: police drone spots pheasant poaching
Hampshire Police have warned rural criminals they have “eyes in the sky” after a volunteer drone helped officers investigate pheasant poaching.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:14:48 +0100Housing benefit warning as renters face £1,236 annual shortfall - check your area
Renters face a typical £1,236 annual shortfall as frozen housing benefit rates fail to cover cheaper rents in all 152 areas of England. Check your area.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100Jazz programme earns national award for inspiring young musicians
The award celebrates the hub’s work in introducing children and young people to jazz, helping them perform and grow as musicians.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100'Happy, safe and secure' - Nursery earns strong ratings across the board
Longparish Little School has earned strong standard ratings in every area, with Ofsted finding children feel "happy, safe and secure".
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Council secures £1m to help train unemployed adults and tackle skills shortages
It offers free, flexible training for unemployed adults in sectors including digital, construction, health and social care, education and horticulture.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:19:56 +0100Met Office names Storm Austen as 70mph winds to hit UK this week
A newly named storm is expected to bring strong winds and heavy rain to parts of the UK, including the South of England, later this week
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:17:23 +0100One simple form could protect you but millions haven’t done it, says Martin Lewis
If you lose capacity, your family may be unable to pay your care costs. Without an LPA, the process is long, costly and stressful, says Martin Lewis
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:14:05 +0100Martin Lewis issues mortgage warning to anyone whose deal ends in the next year
Martin Lewis has told homeowners whose mortgage deal ends within a year to act six months in advance. Find out how booking a fixed rate early could help.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:31:19 +0100BBC to axe 3 major channels in huge shake-up as broadcaster makes £500m cuts
BBC to close BBC Three, Radio 4 Extra and BBC Scotland in spring 2027, moving content online while seeking £500m in savings.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:51:19 +0100All flights suspended as popular Greek island airport to close for 4 months
Chios Airport on Chios, Greece’s fifth-biggest island, will be closing down for four months, with all flights suspended.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:48:06 +0100Homeowners warned over garden mistake that could lead to £5,000 fine
UK homeowners could face council fines and £5,000 fines over weeds, long grass and vermin.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:46:42 +0100Drivers handed new rights to challenge ‘unfair’ private parking fines
Drivers will soon be given new rights so they can avoid "unfair" fines over £100 for making common mistakes in private car parks across the UK.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 21:00:00 +0100Three-bedroom home with open views on sale for £410,000
See inside this three-bedroom Whitchurch property featuring an en-suite, open-plan living space and two allocated parking spaces.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:09:17 +0100Test Valley Business Awards celebrate region’s top businesses and entrepreneurs
Business achievements took centre stage this weekend.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100Communities in Hampshire invited to join two-year climate action programme
The programme is open to neighbourhoods in Hampshire, with activities including home energy improvements, community food growing, and repair and reuse schemes.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100Cormorant's catch of the day delights regular lake walker
A keen wildlife watcher captured the moment a cormorant finally landed its dinner at Anton Lakes in Andover.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0100'To even be nominated was surreal' - Mobile café crowned Café of the Year
Amerley's Coffee Box has been named Café of the Year 2026 after building a loyal following with its mobile coffee and cake business at Danebury Hill.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0100Andover Rotary welcomes marketing expert to boost outreach and fundraising
Andover Rotary Club has welcomed a new corporate member with expertise in marketing and communications.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Hampshire Hospitals unveils five-year plan for more joined-up care closer to home
Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (HHFT) has launched a five-year strategy covering 2026 to 2031.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Whitchurch Silk Mill to host three-day festival celebrating heritage crafts
Whitchurch Silk Mill’s Harvest and Heritage Festival runs October 23-25, with 20+ makers, live craft demonstrations, autumn stalls and heritage skills.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100TVBC councillor renews safety warning over vacant former Simplyhealth building
Test Valley councillor Iris Andersen urges safety action at Andover’s vacant Simplyhealth building after a fire at the former M&S site on October 12.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100NHS specialist says patients are never ‘too young’ for knee replacement surgery
Claims that patients can be too young for a knee replacement were firmly rejected by a Hampshire NHS specialist.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:54:29 +0100Bus and train passengers face £100 fines for common habit under new crackdown
Passengers who are anti-social on public transport, including buses and trains, could be fined for not using headphones when listening to something.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:53:55 +0100Drivers urged to avoid falling victim to mileage fraud by taking important step
Drivers in the UK have been warned about falling victim to mileage fraud and how they could spot a clocked car
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:53:26 +0100Fuel prices could fall as 30,000 drivers demand Budget action from Chancellor
More than 30,000 drivers join calls for a fuel duty cut and permanent freeze as campaigners urge the Chancellor to act in the October 28 Budget.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:52:22 +0100Martin Lewis explains Blue Badge rule change that could save drivers money
Martin Lewis explains widened Disabled Persons Railcard rules, including Blue Badge holders and some neurodivergent people, offering a third off UK train fares.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:51:33 +0100eBay boss warns Budget tax crackdown must not unfairly hit small businesses
Chancellor John Healey is reportedly preparing to announce plans requiring online marketplaces to collect VAT on sites such as eBay.