Two Hampshire locations were named in the Sunday Times best places to live guide for 2026, in the Test Valley and Petersfield

Hampshire drivers will need to be aware of a couple of closures on the M3 and M27 for the weekend of March 20 to 22

The Secretary of State for Transport has decided a public inquiry will be held into the plans for the riverside park that are part of the Andover master plan.

Test Valley Borough Council’s animal welfare team gains national recognition for its emergency pet care card scheme.

The school confirmed that police were called after an unknown individual entered the school grounds and, in an earlier incident, a drone was seen flying.

Sixteen-year-old Aurelia May Schoeman, who has been crowned Miss Teen Andover 2026, has earned her place among the finalists who will compete in Blackpool this October.

At a business breakfast briefing on Wednesday, March 18, planning officers updated local businesses on progress with the Western Avenue masterplan.

Crowds gathered near Alresford last weekend to catch a glimpse of the world-famous Flying Scotsman as it travelled along the Watercress Line.

Archie Pearce visited Bluebird Care Andover and Stockbridge to share his personal experiences of managing the condition during childhood.

A capybara named Samba is on the loose after escaping from Marwell Zoo.

Councillors have unanimously blocked plans to expand a Hampshire vehicle recycling site, backing residents’ warnings of “irreparable harm” to the countryside.

Envy, located at the top of the town centre’s High Street, has introduced several new dishes featuring a mix of traditional favourites and Mediterranean-inspired flavours.

Visitors will not only be given the opportunity to view the artefacts, but they will also have the chance to speak to experts.

Lee-on-the-Solent beach is around an hour away from Andover, and it's worth a visit, especially in the warmer months

Controversial plans to expand a Hampshire car recycling centre could boost the number of reusable parts recovered from scrapped vehicles and improve the safe handling of electric car batteries.

Residents in Palestine say Hampshire County Council and Test Valley Borough Council are ignoring the dangers to road safety that could come from doubling the number of houses.

A new LEGO‑inspired community project is getting ready to launch in Andover and its founder hopes it will help “build stories” as well as models.

Plans for a controversial road tunnel near Stonehenge have been officially scrapped after the Government revoked the development consent order for the scheme

British passports are due to go up in price from April 2026, with the government awaiting approval from Parliament.

Martin Lewis has warned Nationwide customers they may have just weeks left to qualify for a £100 bonus. Here’s what to do.

British Airways, Qatar Airways, Emirates & Qantas are among the major airlines to have cancelled or suspended flights to several airports amid the Iran conflict

How to change your contactless limit at NatWest, Barclays, Lloyds, HSBC and more. Full UK bank-by-bank guide.

The home boasts flexible accommodation over two floors, perfectly suited for modern family life.

Explore staged murder scenes and forensic deception at Murder: Staged with Cheish Merryweather.

Students from Rookwood Academy helped bridge generations through a creative and heart-warming art project with residents at the Andover Nursing Home on Tuesday March 10.

Jack Hammond, who runs Jack’s BackHaus, has received a £750 business incentive grant from Test Valley Borough Council.

The creation of a new authority with a £1.3 billion investment fund for the region has reached a key milestone.

Well-regarded for his vast experience and refreshing sound, David Harrild has captivated audiences across the UK and Europe.

Andover Trees United, based in Hampshire, has organised a series of hands-on woodland activities designed to help people of all ages connect with the natural world.

A 16-year-old boy, a 15-year-old boy, and a 13-year-old boy, all from Andover, were arrested on Friday, March 13, on suspicion of burglary.

Jonathan Townsend, 39, of Stevens Green, was arrested following an early morning stop by officers at around 5am on March 17 on Churchill Way.

Andover Health Centre Medical Practice received the overall rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC) after a re-inspection in October 2025.

Seven candidates will contest seats at the Hampshire County Council elections, including all three Andover divisions, on May 7, 2026.

Calls are growing for Tidworth to receive the kind of investment that matches its rapid population growth, with a resident expressing frustration.

Audience members are encouraged to wear orange Blippi glasses and join in the fun as the cast invites everyone to "be like Blippi."

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Martin Lewis explains when overpaying your mortgage beats saving and the two crucial checks before you decide.

Theo Paphitis featured on Dragons Den from the show's inception in 2005 until 2013 when he left to focus on his business empire

The chairman of the National Pharmacy Association said there was currently no stock of meningitis B vaccines for people to pay for privately.

A "beautifully presented" four-bedroom family home is on the market for £469,950.

Andover Rocks, now in its ninth year, will return to the town centre from March 27 to 29, 2026, bringing live music to venues and raising funds for music-based therapy.

A young sloth is moving from Jersey to Hampshire as part of a breeding programme.

Southern Water signs Armed Forces Covenant, pledging workplace support for veterans.

Misho Dimitrov, founder of Misho Hair Studio in Stockbridge, spent time learning precision cutting techniques with Jean-Baptise Mazella at the renowned school of Mazella & Partners.

The application for three homes on Ox Drove, Picket Piece, was passed in a majority vote by Test Valley Borough Council at its Northern Area Planning Committee meeting on Thursday.

Layton’s, located at the historic Leckford Hutt in Stockbridge, is the latest venture from chef and owner Paul Layton, who brings 35 years of experience to the table.

The Royal Artillery Museum’s Guns on the Plain project in Larkhill has received £286,999 in development funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund.

A long-serving head of care is stepping down after 18 years of dedicated service.

A new fare dodging crackdown means railcard users must validate tickets, but claiming refunds becomes easier

Currently, motorists are not subjected to obligatory checks of their skills or health once they obtain their licence