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Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0100Water scarcity is real and it’s happening on our doorstep
The South East is one of the driest parts of the UK and classified as ‘Severely Water Stressed’ by the Environment Agency.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Hampshire village council to hold consultation for draft neighbourhood plan
Residents of Goodworth Clatford are being invited to share their views on the proposed plan, which outlines guidelines for future housing, facilities, and the preservation of green spaces in the village.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Fundraising appeal reaches £3.6m target for air ambulance base
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance has raised £3.6 million through its Operation Airbase appeal to support a move to a purpose-built facility near Southampton Airport.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Air ambulance service hits £3.6m fundraising target for new base
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance has raised £3.6 million through its Operation Airbase appeal to support a move to a purpose-built facility near Southampton Airport.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Test Valley backs changes to unlock housing and protect Solent
The revised inter-authority agreement will also help protect sensitive waterways through nutrient mitigation measures.
Sun, 31 May 2026 21:00:00 +0100Leisure centre hosts late-night swim in support of Finding Freedom
The session was held at Andover Leisure Centre and organised in partnership with Finding Freedom From Abuse and supported by Places Leisure.
Sun, 31 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100Major rental law changes reluctantly carried by Test Valley Borough Council
The decision was made at a cabinet meeting on Wednesday, March 20, where members backed proposals to introduce a new Civil Penalties Policy and Enforcement Policy
Sun, 31 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100Estate agent named Best in Postcode at national industry awards
Graham & Co, which recently expanded into Winchester, reached the finals based on customer reviews and has also been shortlisted for a national ESTAS award.
Sun, 31 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100More clues uncovered in Hampshire village pub excavation
Volunteers from the Upper Clatford History and Archaeological Group are excavating the old New Inn in Upper Clatford, with recent work focused on three trenches.
Sun, 31 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100Back Through The Pages: From ‘Electric Biology’ to Festival Fears
ONE HUNDRED AND SIXTY-FOUR YEARS AGO – FRIDAY 30 MAY 1862
Sun, 31 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100Andover wellness clinic launches summer treatment offer
The Ayurveda Clinic and Wellness Centre in Andover, run by James Saviour, is rooted in traditional Indian medicine and backed by a £750 Test Valley Borough Council Business Incentive Grant..
Sun, 31 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100Popular motorsport event with retro twist returns to Hampshire circuit
Thruxton Circuit in Hampshire will host its Thruxton Retro festival from Friday, July 3 to Sunday, July 5, 2026.
Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Supercars, eagles and rabbits: Camera Club’s standout May shots
Andover Advertiser Camera Club's best photos in May.
Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Information about inn's history revealed by genealogist
“It is about a community; it is about a village within a town.”
Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Village meeting planned over potential 20-home developement at Gravel Hill
Chilbolton Parish Council’s Community Development Committee (CDC) has agreed to propose a public meeting towards the end of June to outline the evolving plans.
Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Two Hampshire national parks ranked as the best for solo travellers to visit
The New Forest and South Downs have been ranked as the best UK national parks for solo travellers to visit
Sat, 30 May 2026 22:08:27 +0100Farmers' choir wins Britain's Got Talent crown
A choir made up of farmers has won the public’s heart.
Sat, 30 May 2026 21:00:00 +0100Special event set to mark Spitfire's 90th anniversary
A special event is set to mark the 90th anniversary of the iconic Spitfire, raising funds in the process for vital cancer support.
Sat, 30 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100Whitchurch Silk Mill to host first flower festival featuring activities
Taking place from Friday, June 19 to Sunday, June 21, 2026, the festival will feature floral arrangements throughout the historic mill and its grounds.
Sat, 30 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100Fire service to host recruitment event in Hampshire town
Aspiring firefighters can take their first step towards a new career at an upcoming recruitment open day.
Sat, 30 May 2026 14:43:52 +0100Ex-England and Man City star Raheem Sterling 'arrested for drug driving' on M3
Footballer Raheem Sterling has reportedly been arrested on suspicion of drug-driving offences after a crash involving his Lamborghini.
Sat, 30 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100Town remembers change from pounds, shillings and pence to decimal
Who remembers D-Day? No, not 6 June 1944 during the Second World War but a later one on 15 February 1971, when the UK’s currency changed over from an old system of pounds, shillings and pence to a new, simpler method of exchange - just pounds and p...
Sat, 30 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100New police scheme to be rolled out in schools to help keep children safe
The scheme gives schools access to pre-planned lessons using up-to-date research and Home Office data.
Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100'We are just amazed' - new salon wins Hairdresser of the Year 2026 title
The title was awarded to ALR Hair Studio, just one year after opening, following a public vote by readers.
Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Bookshop to host event celebrating short stories set in and around town
Visitors can meet several of the contributing authors, learn about the stories' inspirations and celebrate community storytelling.
Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Wildflowers glowing in sunset captured in our Picture of the Week
The photo shows a stunning close-up of wildflowers and seed pods glowing in the warm evening sunlight.
Sat, 30 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Village preschool manager surprised with double milestone party
Longparish Little School marked a very special double celebration as they honoured their manager, Claire Nash, for an incredible 25 years of dedicated service.
Sat, 30 May 2026 21:59:08 +0100Winner of ITV Britain’s Got Talent revealed after amazing show as fans go mad
Tonight, thousands across the country sat down in front of the telly as the final of Britain’s Got Talent 2026 takes place on ITV.
Sat, 30 May 2026 15:40:07 +0100Royal Mail misses annual delivery targets amid £500m investment plan
A new nationwide delivery model is being introduced, subject to union consultation, that includes scrapping Saturday deliveries of second-class post
Sat, 30 May 2026 15:38:46 +0100Richard Osman baffled as he has ‘no idea’ where wrong Pointless claim came from
TV presenter and author Richard Osman has corrected an entertainment news publication for sharing a story about BBC gameshow Pointless Celebrities.
Sat, 30 May 2026 15:37:26 +0100'Do not eat' warnings issued to shoppers at Tesco, Waitrose & Morrisons
The Food Standards Agency has issued several “do not eat” notices affecting items stocked across major supermarkets.
Sat, 30 May 2026 15:36:01 +0100DVLA warning to UK drivers following surge in driving licence and vehicle scams
Latest figures show almost 20,000 customers called DVLA’s contact centre to report fraudulent activity.
Sat, 30 May 2026 15:36:59 +0100Major UK toy retailer introduces £2 fee for customers under new rule
Customers who shop at Smyths Toys Superstores may notice a new £2 charge if they collect their click and collect orders too late.
Sat, 30 May 2026 10:01:13 +0100McDonald's launches new 'drink of the summer' from next week
A new iced drink will be coming to McDonald's in time for summer and it's a twist on the classic matcha.
Sat, 30 May 2026 10:01:53 +0100US fast food chain to rival McDonald’s as it confirms UK return after 17 years
A US Tex-Mex food chain is returning to the UK after it disappeared in 2009.
Sat, 30 May 2026 09:58:27 +0100TV licences could be free again for all pensioners after thousands back new campaign
Thousands have already backed a growing campaign demanding the Government restore free TV licences for all pensioners
Sat, 30 May 2026 09:57:46 +0100DWP responds to growing backlash over Motability scheme changes
Under changes announced alongside the Budget, disabled drivers taking out new Motability leases will face several controversial changes.
Fri, 29 May 2026 03:30:00 +0100All the M3 and M27 closures Hampshire drivers need to be aware of this weekend
Hampshire drivers will need to be aware of a few closures on the M3 and M27 for the weekend of May 29 to 31
Fri, 29 May 2026 21:00:00 +0100Man fined £1,000 for fly-tipping on public highway near Stonehenge
An Amesbury man has been fined a £1000 penalty and had his vehicle seized for fly tipping waste in his local area. The dumped waste was discovered in a routine inspection and caught on council CCTV cameras.
Fri, 29 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100Wildlife park raises £16,000 to save England's rarest lizard
The upgraded facilities will improve sand lizard welfare, support behavioural research, and boost survival rates once released into the wild.
Fri, 29 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100Mother launches fundraiser to bring son home from US after arrest
Jennifer Sweeney set up the GoFundMe page after her son, who has lived in the US for more than 10 years, was arrested during a traffic stop in Knoxville.
Fri, 29 May 2026 16:17:10 +0100Police reveal results of knife crime test purchases across county
A campaign against knife crime has revealed concerns about knife sales to under-18s.
Fri, 29 May 2026 15:30:08 +0100Hampshire farm hosts royal visit as Open Farm Sunday celebrates 20 years
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of Open Farm Sunday, Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Edinburgh visited Waitrose Farm at the Leckford Estate.
Fri, 29 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100'No one can bloom constantly without a little rain'
British weather, much like parenting and adulthood in general, really does love to keep us guessing.
Fri, 29 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100'Benefits you can claim if you must stop work because of an injury'
Lots of people miss out on benefits they're entitled to, so it's definitely worth checking what you can get.
Fri, 29 May 2026 10:55:11 +0100Woman found guilty over ‘vicious’ and ‘abusive’ harassment of PCC Donna Jones
A woman has been found guilty of harassing Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones.
Fri, 29 May 2026 10:46:43 +0100Police respond to reports of trespassers on railway line at Andover station
Officers were called to the scene at 11.06am on Wednesday, May 28, following concerns that individuals had accessed the tracks near the station.
Fri, 29 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Andover Gym of the Year shortlist revealed – who gets your vote?
A shortlist of Andover’s top fitness facilities has been revealed for this year’s Gym of the Year competition.
Fri, 29 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Plans for EV chargers at Barton Stacey service station spark neighbour concerns
Motor Fuel Group has applied to Test Valley Borough Council for works at the site, which includes a Londis shop and existing petrol forecourt.
Fri, 29 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100'The government should be doing everything possible to help manufacturers'
We should be backing job creators, not burdening them with yet more costs and complexity.