Andover Advertiser

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Town centre welcomes new shop with premium products as owners share excitement
Located at 48 Andover High Street, Premier is an independently run convenience store owned by Chirag and Bhavik Patel.

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Oxygen cylinder 'used to prop open door' at Andover care home run by council
Willow Court Nursing Home in Andover rated ‘requires improvement’ by CQC. Inspectors found safety, care plan and medication failings. Action plan underway.

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 09:54:18 +0000
Santander issues important warning to UK banking customers
Santander said scammers home in on those looking to make some extra cash to cover the costs of Christmas and bridge the gap until January payday

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 09:54:58 +0000
People urged to try these 4 sleep habits to add 4 years to life expectancy
A number of experts have urged people to try to incorporate four sleep habits into their lives to help extend their life expectancy in the long run

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 21:00:00 +0000
Four-bedroom family home on the market for £280,000
The property is said to offer around 1,000 square feet of accommodation and is located a short walk from local shops and amenities.

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
How you can give back to the environment by volunteering on Saturday, February 15
Andover Trees United is inviting residents to take part in their next monthly conservation day at Harmony Woods in Andover on Saturday, February 15, from 10am to 1pm.

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Over 100,000 older people waited up to three days for a bed in A&E
More than 100,000 people aged 65 and over endured waits of up to three days in A&E in 2024/25.

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Village pub to reopen its doors after being rescued by community
The Plough in Shalbourne, near Hungerford, is set to reopen in February as a result of a major community effort to secure its future.

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 16:18:37 +0000
LIVE: Severe delays and road closure on A303
We have seen reports that there are severe delays on the A303 Westbound at the junction with the A34 at Bullington Cross on January 25. Live updates as we gather more information.

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 12:09:32 +0000
Andover Carnival announces the two charities it will support this year
The organisers of Andover Carnival have announced the two charities they will be supporting in July 2026.

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Hampshire and Isle of Wight knife crime falls, PCC says more work needed
As your Police and Crime Commissioner, I spend a great deal of time looking at the realities behind the headlines

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Networking event helps build genuine relationships and raise money for hospitals
A new quarterly "netwalking" event has been launched in Andover, combining networking and walking, and raising more than £120 for Hampshire Hospitals Charity at its festive debut in December.

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
‘Intolerable’ parking outside school turning home into hazard, says pensioner
Bryan Fennell, 81, who lives on London Road in Andover, says parking chaos outside his home during afternoon pickups at nearby Lift Winton has reached “intolerable” levels

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'Community garden for everyone' to be created in Andover Museum courtyard
The new scheme, designed to support people affected by dementia, is being developed in the courtyard of Andover Museum by Dig for Dementia.

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 21:00:00 +0000
'Beautifully maintained' home hits the market for £325,000
Graham & Co has listed the property for £325,000, offering it with no onward chain.

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Travel agent named among the best in the UK for customer satisfaction
The index provides an independent benchmark of customer satisfaction across 13 sectors of the UK economy.

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Set of 10 lock-up garages to go to auction amid expected 'keen interest'
Ten freehold lock-up garages in Longparish, near Andover, go to auction with Clive Emson Auctioneers in February. Guide price: £35,000–£40,000.

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Andover company releases new drink with a 'modern take on a classic flavour'
The drink contains magnesium and antioxidant vitamin C and is designed as a healthier option, containing fewer than 50 calories per can and no added sugar.

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 14:53:28 +0000
Police make two arrests after money stolen in DIY store burglary
Police have arrested two people on suspicion of burglary in connection with a DIY store on High Street.

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Hampshire McDonald's franchisee wins international award after 45 years of work
It is given to franchisees who embody the company’s values through leadership, operational excellence and community contributions.

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 11:13:00 +0000
Moped rider hurt in crash with van between pub and food store
A moped rider was hurt in a crash with a van in Andover on Friday evening, Hampshire Police said

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Column: Caroline Nokes praises local foodbank efforts
One of the great privileges of representing Romsey and Southampton North is seeing first-hand how the community, its residents and organisations come together to support one another, often quietly and without fuss, but with enormous impact.

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Controversial £3500 flagpole with Union Jack flag removed
A flagpole which hung a controversial Union Jack flag outside Whitchurch Town Hall, has collapsed.

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'Kestrel on the look out' captured in our Picture of the Week
The photo shows a perfectly poised kestrel perched delicately on a slender twig against a flawless blue sky.

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 17:27:26 +0000
Martin Lewis has issued a 'hugely important warning' with a four letter word
Martin Lewis urges travellers who have booked or are booking a holiday a hugely important warning to make sure you get your travel insurance

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 17:26:17 +0000
UK set for four‑day weekend in 2027 and 2028 as bank holiday dates move
The UK is set to get new four-day weekend in 2027 and 2028 due to bank holiday date changes. See the full breakdown of changes.

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 17:25:21 +0000
The UK's rarest 50p coin selling for more than £100 - how to spot
The Atlantic Salmon 50p, which in 2023 became the rarest 50p in circulation, sold for £101.33 on eBay

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 03:30:00 +0000
All the M3 and M27 closures for Hampshire drivers to be aware of this weekend
Hampshire drivers will need to be aware of a couple of closures on the M3 and M27 for the weekend of January 23 to 25

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 21:00:00 +0000
Three-bedroom end-of-terrace house on the market for £275,000
The property in Lynwood Drive is "ideally situated" in a sought-after location a short walk from both the town centre and train station.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Andover football club's huge charity event with live music at home ground
Andover New Street Youth FC are hosting a charity event in aid of the Countess of Brecknock Hospice at the DH Property Services Stadium.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
'More elections are looming in Hampshire but will anyone care?'
Our local politicians debated this and concluded that it would not be good for democracy, hence have fed back to Whitehall that they would like the elections to go ahead.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
More than 300 bus drivers recognised for excellent driving
Eighty-four of the drivers also reached ‘Grand Master’ or ‘Master’ status, celebrating 10 and four years respectively of top safety and fuel-efficient driving.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 12:05:00 +0000
Plans to spend £200m to continue provide baby health visits approved
Hampshire County Council has approved plans to spend hundreds of millions of pounds to continue providing vital baby health visiting and school nursing services across the county.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000
New scheme in Hampshire to help thousands get into work and boost economy
The programme will work closely with key industries to develop long-term employment pathways.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Costa Coffee car park could power Andover’s electric future with rapid EV chargers
InstaVolt, the UK's largest rapid EV charging network, aims to install three rapid electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at the Costa Coffee car park, located in Andover Business Park.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Column: 'Potholes, potholes everywhere, and not a road to drive.'
Potholes, potholes everywhere, and not a road to drive.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'One of the good guys' - memorial match for football stalwart
A Wessex League Division One match at the RCH Building Solutions Stadium was transformed into a moving memorial on Saturday, January 17.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
‘Minor and sympathetic’ changes planned for Andover beauty shop in historic building
Diamond Nails & Beauty, located at 74 High Street, is set to undergo repairs and minor alterations to its shopfront, as well as the installation of new signage and recessed lighting.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 14:14:57 +0000
Radio 1 DJ Dean McCullough: 'I was homeless as a child - now I want to help others'
Growing up, and later, when he moved to London, Radio 1 presenter and DJ, Dean McCullough never had a fixed address and regularly faced the daunting prospect of sleeping on the streets. 

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 11:47:00 +0000
2,650 motorists owed money for being incorrectly caught speeding - are you one?
More than 2,600 motorists could be owed money for being incorrectly caught speeding due to a National Highways error - find out if you are one?

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 09:44:10 +0000
National Lottery app and website to temporarily close this weekend - see exact time
The National Lottery will close its website and app for part of this weekend with players only able to see prizes in its stores if tickets were bought there.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 09:43:25 +0000
Doing this on a finance application could see you breaking the law, expert warns
Research has revealed that nearly one in four Brits (24%) admit they have intentionally lied when applying for a personal finance product

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:47:51 +0000
Hampshire elections to go ahead this year as council gets green light from government
Voters across Hampshire will head to the polls in May after the Government confirmed that elections will take place as scheduled

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 21:00:00 +0000
'Charming' family home on the market for first time since the 1990s
This spacious property has two reception rooms, three bedrooms, a modern bathroom, and an open-plan kitchen diner.

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
New service launched to help victims of fraud and cybercrime
It offers an improved national service for reporting cybercrime and fraud, with a focus on collecting evidence to support police investigations.

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
'Thriving' post office with residential accommodation up for sale for £599,995
North Tidworth Post Office for sale in Tidworth, Wiltshire.

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Northern Test Valley planning applications for w/e January 18: Are any in your area?
This is a summary of Planning Applications received in the Northern Area Planning Office of Test Valley Borough Council for the week ending 18th January 2026. Any comments should be sent to the Planning Office, Beech Hurst, Weyhill Road, Andover, SP1...

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Growing congregation 'outgrows' old facility as church plans move to Business Park
The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), operating as Petra House Andover, has submitted a proposal to convert the first floor of 83/84 Livingstone Road.

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
15 new homes planned for village near Andover
The site is currently used for horse grazing and dog agility and is enclosed by hedgerows, adjoining neighbouring gardens.

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:58:26 +0000
Ovo to pay £2.77m in compensation after warm home discount delays
The penalty comes after nearly 12,000 vulnerable OVO customers faced delays in receiving support through the Warm Home Discount scheme

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