Andover Advertiser

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Andover cafe scheme fighting loneliness expands to Winchester
After launching in Andover, Visiting Angels Central Hampshire has expanded its partnership with the Chatty Cafe Scheme to Winchester.

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Latest food hygiene ratings for Test Valley pubs, restaurants and cafes
Environmental health officers from Test Valley Borough Council have been busy this fortnight visiting businesses across the area.

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Andover man who sent pictures of his genitals to 14-year-old avoids jail
Grocott had non-sexual images of girls in school uniforms on his phone when he was arrested.

Sun, 09 Feb 2025 20:00:00 +0000
Marwell Zoo to undergo major transformation in 2025
The zoo's entrance will be relocated next to Penguin Cove, allowing guests to enjoy the new plaza and its facilities without needing a zoo ticket.

Sun, 09 Feb 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Man given community order for engaging with threatening behaviour
A Winchester man has been handed a community order for engaging in threatening behaviour at a hospital.

Sun, 09 Feb 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Council to raise the curtain on designs for Andover’s new theatre
Test Valley Borough Council has been progressing with plans to deliver on the aspirations of the community and is moving ahead with creating the new venue.

Sun, 09 Feb 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Basingstoke mum who assaulted daughter and caused her bruises spared jail
The court heard that the victim sustained bruises on her left arm and shoulder, which were still visible four days later.

Sun, 09 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Care home welcomes project to connect veterans with serving military personnel
The project aims to connect residents who have served in the military or have military connections, with either retired or serving military personnel.

Sun, 09 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Andover BID manager Shelley Coburn to step down at the end of March
BID said in an official statement that it was with sadness that Shelley made the difficult decision.

Sun, 09 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Back Through The Pages: Garages running out of petrol after tanker overtime ban
Each week the Advertiser's history writer David Borrett brings readers interesting news stories from editions of the paper from years gone by.

Sat, 08 Feb 2025 21:00:00 +0000
Warning to Hampshire homeowners as flood risks increase
The trade body indicated that post-flood repair costs are set to spiral for insurers and property owners.

Sat, 08 Feb 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Failing to stop and drug driving among cases heard in law courts
A young driver from Andover has been fined for failing to stop after a crash on the A303 near Popham.

Sat, 08 Feb 2025 17:00:00 +0000
New simplified council tax support scheme launching in Test Valley
The new scheme is much simpler for residents to understand and will be based on a range of income bands.

Sat, 08 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000
David Borrett's feature: Andover's early schools and their legacy
Andover had a British School in William Gue’s building yard at Rack Close, just below the Carpenter’s Arms in 1834.

Sat, 08 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Plans for more than 100 new homes supported by Andover Town Council
130 new homes could be set for the former Lloyds TSB on Charlton Place, Charlton Road, although the committee attached some conditions to its vote of 'no objection.'

Sat, 08 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Andover cheerleaders celebrate becoming division champions in competition
The CRC team, called Sandstorm, is made up of 10 athletes aged between nine and 12 years old.

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 21:00:00 +0000
New lung cancer screening programme launched in Hampshire
The screening process begins with an initial phone conversation to check eligibility, followed by a further telephone appointment with a healthcare professional.

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Training tackling biases about autistic and learning-disabled people
Feedback has indicated that hearing the training from an autistic or learning-disabled viewpoint has helped to squash unconscious biases and assumptions.

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Andover brass band raises hundreds for charity thanks to donations
The amount, donated by the community, will be equally divided between the band itself and Veterans in Action.

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Andover Town Council backlash at plans for nine homes near Picket Piece
Andover Town Council's planning committee voted to object to plans for nine new houses by Imperial Homes on land near Picket Piece.

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 09:48:08 +0000
Will it snow today? Hour-by-hour forecast as town prepares for cold weather
The Met Office has issued its latest weather forecast - will it snow in Andover or will it be sleet?

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Garden centre offering new Mother's Day experience with afternoon tea and planting
Attendees will enjoy a 90-minute experience that begins with a luxury afternoon tea.

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000
'It is not like it used to be': Reaction as Andover Cameo & Vinyl shuts doors
The nightclub had been closed since early January and the owners, Cheltenham-based Epic Bars and Pubs, said they were focussing on other venues.

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Council offering grants for VE Day celebrations in Test Valley
Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organisations, clubs and societies, parish and town councils and schools.

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 21:00:00 +0000
Hampshire among worst affected areas for dating scams
Predatory dating scammers may have cost the UK public more than £400m in financial loss across just five years, according to Action Fraud reports.

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Andover vineyard offering special deal for Valentine's weekend
Black Chalk will also be hosting Pizza Lola which will be serving its Neapolitan-style wood-fired pizzas.

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Aldi 'delighted' by community support for Andover plans
Award-winning discount food retailer Aldi is excited to announce that the planning application for a new food store on the site at Guilbert House, Greenwich Way, Andover

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 17:00:00 +0000
'Does anybody have any respect?' School parents blasted for destroying verges
The recurring problem, allegedly involving parents from Vigo Primary School surrounds verges being turned into 'mud baths' by those looking for parking on Vigo Road and Bilbao Court.

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 12:15:26 +0000
Man released on bail after arrest on suspicion of manslaughter as woman found dead
A man was arrested on suspicion of manslaughter and controlling and coercive behaviour in relation with this incident.

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 11:40:54 +0000
'Sweet' dog finds forever home following appeal after its owners died
The RSPCA Basingstoke and Andover branch were appealing for an urgent foster or forever home for canine Sadie, as she had been forced to live in kennels since her owners died.

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000
New content creation hub opens for photographers, podcasters and YouTubers
The studios are available for two hours, half-day and full-day rentals, with expert on-site support.

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Flog It! star to host free antiques valuation day in Stockbridge
TV antiques expert Paul Martin is to host a free community valuation day in Stockbridge.

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000
WATCH: Police carry out 'day of action' in rural crime crackdown
During the patrols, officers interacted with residents, farmers, shops and business owners.

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 11:51:36 +0000
Stubbington Study Centre decision slammed as 'dreadful move'
The plan to close an outdoor study centre in Hampshire has been slammed because the process has a critical lack of proper scrutiny.

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 10:44:14 +0000
Aldi selling dupe of discontinued Cadbury chocolate which has shoppers 'buzzing'
Shoppers have been left "buzzing" after discovering Aldi is selling a dupe of Cadbury's discontinued Dairy Milk Egg 'n' Spoon Cartons.

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 10:43:05 +0000
Tesco Clubcard introduces 'Your Clubcard Prices' in boost for customers
Tesco is trialling personalised Clubcard offers with "Your Clubcard Prices", giving customers tailored deals

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 10:41:49 +0000
DWP confirms Child Benefit new weekly and monthly rates from April 2025
Millions of families who claim DWP Child Benefit will receive the new rates following the MP vote

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 11:22:57 +0000
Victorious Festival adds new acts for 2025 event including Chris McCausland
Victorious Festival 2025 has announced some new acts for its event, including Chris McCausland in the comedy line-up

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 22:30:00 +0000
Art competition to celebrate 35 years of Andover hospice
The competition invites local artists and residents to create artwork inspired by the special and meaningful moments that define our lives.

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 17:00:00 +0000
New masked ball event in Andover to raise money for charity
The event will include a three-course meal, a silent disco, an auction, a raffle and a casino.

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Launch event will kick off this year's Test Valley Business Awards
Test Valley Business Awards Launch on March 14 at Kimbridge Barn – reserve your free spot today.

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Growing accountancy business moving to new location in town centre
The new office is centrally located in Andover, offering improved facilities and easier access for clients.

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 14:58:30 +0000
'This is exciting news': Hampshire County Council leader welcomes devolution
Hampshire County Council leader, Councillor Nick Adams-King has welcomed the news that Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has included Hampshire in the list for potential devolution

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 14:08:54 +0000
Hampshire given green light for devolution with May elections postponed until 2026
Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has announced six new potential devolution areas throughout England with “a view to mayoral elections in May 2026”.

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 13:57:39 +0000
New book detailing history of Charlton church is published
It includes information about the church's predecessors at Foxcotte, the materials used to build St Thomas' and covers 116 years of the church's history.

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 10:10:50 +0000
Here's the Andover Advertiser Camera Club Picture of the Week
Claire Bowsher's photo showing purple skies and a beautiful dog has been selected as this week's Andover Advertiser Picture of the Week.

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Exciting opportunity to volunteer with Andover Trees United
Andover Trees United (ATU) is calling for volunteers to help refurbish its woodland site office.

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Sew Confused Fabrics: Andover Chantry Centre's latest business
Sew Confused Fabrics, owned and operated by Laura Waters, will be opening its new store in Andover on Saturday.

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 09:45:26 +0000
Certain Lloyds, Halifax and Barclays customers owed cash apology due to faults
Barclays, Lloyds and Halifax customers may be due compensation after DAYS of banking chaos.

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 09:37:15 +0000
Holidaymaker's 'stressful' hack saves £2,500 on flights from UK to Australia
A holidaymaker saved £2,500 by flying from London to Australia using budget airlines and only a tiny backpack

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