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Tue, 28 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0100Guardian Angel Carers expands home care into Salisbury and Andover
Experienced Eastleigh and Hedge End franchisees launch dedicated home care service in Salisbury and Andover.
Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:00:00 +0100Jury begins deliberations in the inquest of patient strangled at hospital
Jury deliberations have begun over the death of a Richard Laversuch, who was strangled in a mental hospital.
Tue, 28 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100'There’s no excuse' - Anger over persistent and hazardous litter and fly-tipping
Mick Drodge, 70, of Launcelot Close, said rubbish has been left in the area for several weeks despite being reported to the council.
Tue, 28 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Council leader backs bid to save museum as petition raises concerns
Councillor Phil North said the borough council has been working with Hampshire Cultural Trust (HCT) for some time to develop a sustainable plan for the museum, which is run by the trust.
Tue, 28 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Draft Local Plan abandoned as Test Valley opts for new planning route
Councillors backed the recommendation on 22 July by 22 votes to nil, with 15 abstentions, in what was effectively a Conservative-backed move opposed by the Liberal Democrats.
Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:24:54 +0100HMRC Personal Allowance explained as pressure grows over State Pension tax
A new House of Commons Library report has laid out the growing debate over whether Britain's State Pension tax rules need reform, as ministers come under pressure to rethink how older people are taxed.
Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:23:15 +0100400,000 A&E visits for minor eye conditions could be avoided, research reveals
New analysis by the Association of Optometrists (AOP) suggests that between 62% and up to 78% of eye-related A&E visits could be managed in community services.
Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:23:46 +0100Coronation Street star on emotional final scenes as they leave ITV soap after 3 years
Claire Sweeney, who has played Cassie Plummer on the ITV soap since 2023, has opened up on her emotional final scenes.
Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:21:52 +0100Drivers urged to report shoppers at Aldi, Asda, Tesco, Lidl & more over car park rule
Drivers are being urged to report fellow motorists who may break car park rules at Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury’s and other major UK supermarkets.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 21:00:00 +01005-bed home with 'bright and elegant' sitting room at guide price of £575k
A five-bedroom family home with a landscaped garden is on the market for £575,000.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100Estate agent wins industry award for fourth year running
An estate agent has won a prestigious industry award for the fourth year in a row.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100Andover care home hosts 'What Not to Wear' event
Colour, confidence, and plenty of conversation lit up an evening of personal styling at an Andover care home.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100Card-making workshop invites residents to slow down and be creative
The relaxing, hands-on session, led by Miss Ingram, will run on Wednesday, August 26, from 4 pm to 6 pm and is open to all, regardless of experience.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100Couple celebrate 60th wedding anniversary at care home
Robin and Julie Benham celebrated their diamond wedding anniversary at Berehill House on July 23, surrounded by family, friends and fellow residents.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:58:58 +0100Man in his 50s pushed to the ground and kicked during robbery late at night
The incident happened on New Street, near the junction with Corunna Main, at around 10.15pm on Saturday, July 25.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0100Village shop owner donates gazebo to primary school during heatwave
Vinoth Kandasamy, owner of the Family Shopper in Hurstbourne Tarrant, stepped in with the idea during the May heatwave, offering to cover the full cost of a 3m by 6m structure.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Farm café, pub, and B&B among latest businesses handed scores for food hygiene
The scores are in – the latest batch of food hygiene ratings for restaurants, cafés, takeaways, and businesses in and around Andover have been revealed.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Downlands ward by-election: Andover residents to choose new town councillor
Residents will head to the polls on Thursday, July 30, with voting open from 7am to 10pm, with one town councillor is to be elected to represent the ward.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Nine lock-up garages in Andover sold at auction for £33,000
The garages, located at Wistaria Court, were among 168 lots listed across England in the latest online auction held by Clive Emson Auctioneers.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 09:46:56 +0100UK supermarket plans to open dozens of new type of shop to add to existing 20 stores
Waitrose is planning to open new “neighbourhood” style supermarkets around the UK to appeal to more shoppers
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 09:45:42 +0100UK to see 2 celestial events this week with full moon and meteor shower peak
The UK will be treated to both the Buck Moon as well as the peak of the ongoing Delta Aquariid meteor shower.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 09:44:30 +0100Chocolate recall issued as customers told 'do not eat' & shops urged to stop selling
A range of chocolate products sold in England, Scotland and Wales have been recalled, with shops stocking the items told to “remove them from sale”
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 09:42:56 +0100Burnham warns NHS will ‘collapse’ unless social care is reformed
The Prime Minister said the health service would not be able to meet basic standards until the social care system was properly addressed.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0100Hundreds of schoolchildren in Hampshire to discover rare chalk stream
Whitchurch Conservation Group (WCG) has received a £31,838 grant from the National Lottery Heritage Fund to deliver the Whitchurch School Heritage Programme.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 21:00:00 +0100National recognition for Stonehenge School's work with young carers
Long-term commitment to young carers has led Amesbury's Stonehenge School to national recognition.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100Former Southern Water employees face criminal charges
Criminal charges are being brought against four former Southern Water employees.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100Hampshire business launches children's sewing workshops this summer
Children’s hand sewing workshops with Honey & Harmony in Stockbridge this August. Learn basic stitches, craft a felt bookmark—no experience needed. Book now!
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100More than 10,000 expected to attend food and craft festival in Hampshire town
More than 10,000 visitors are expected to descend on Stockbridge next weekend for one of Hampshire’s biggest celebrations of food, drink, and crafts.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100Blue Light Card reveals travel discounts and money-saving tips members shouldn't miss
Britons heading off on summer holidays are being warned that it's often the small travel costs, rather than flights or hotels, that end up blowing the budget.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0100Floral club holds summer social with strawberries, cream and bubbles
Broughton Floral Club gathered for a summer social, replacing their usual format of speakers and demonstrations with a member-led event filled with laughter.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 09:06:00 +0100Missing girl, 13, last seen near Andover Fire Station
A 13-year-old girl has been reported missing from Andover.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Hampshire town road resurfaced as councillor says 'this is the first of several'
Hampshire County Councillor for Andover West, Councillor Chris Donnelly, welcomed the completion of the scheme, describing it as a response to concerns raised by residents.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Back Through the Pages: Horse caused chaos in Andover in 1901
ONE HUNDRED AND SIXTY-FOUR YEARS AGO – FRIDAY 25 JULY 1862
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Six new dwellings and change of use to bar among latest planning applications
This is a summary of Planning Applications received in the Northern Area Planning Office of Test Valley Borough Council for the dates 13th to 19th July 2026.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 14:30:00 +0100The best kids eat free offers this summer at Bella Italia, Harvester, Subway and more
From Tesco and Asda to Bella Italia, Harvester and Subway, here's every kids eat free and £1 meal deal available during the summer holidays.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0100Major supermarket to give away free groceries to up to 10,000 people
The Co-op has launched its 'Pop in and Win' campaign, which will see customers spending at least £1 automatically entered into the competition.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0100Vet warns dog owners about ‘toxic’ hazard at beaches - what to do to protect them
A vet has issued a warning to dog owners who are planning on taking their dogs to the beach this summer.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 09:23:03 +0100Popular restaurant chain to shut all 106 sites in weeks with over 3,500 jobs lost
Beefeater has confirmed the closing date of all its restaurants across the UK, with the mass closures part of owner Whitbread’s major restructuring plan.
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100Established business to sponsor award in Pride of Andover 2026
The Pride of Andover Awards have announced the news, adding an established family business to its roster of supporters.
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 21:00:00 +0100Hampshire community minibus service to extend hours
Connect, which operates in Gosport, Fareham, Havant, Winchester and Basingstoke, will run from 8am to 4pm during the summer holidays.
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100Six new homes planned for 'vibrant' Test Valley village
The planning statement from Alfred Homes explains that the application seeks permission to build six homes, along with the necessary access.
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100WATCH - Inside police dog training as new pups join Hampshire drug crackdown
Harry, a Labrador and Whitney, a spaniel, have completed specialist training as drugs detection dogs and will support frontline officers in operations ranging from vehicle stops to search warrants as part of a wider regional policing partnership.
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0100Free tennis sessions return to Andover centre park this summer
Test Valley Borough Council has announced that the free sessions will take place every Sunday from 10am to 11am, welcoming people of all ages and abilities.
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0100Community fun day at Whitchurch nursing home hailed as a success
Wessex Lodge Nursing Home in Whitchurch hosted a Family Fun Day on July 12, with residents, families, and friends gathering to enjoy connection.
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 09:18:44 +0100PICTURES: Lawn tennis club marks 90th anniversary with new courts
Andover Lawn Tennis Club celebrated a major milestone as it marked its 90th anniversary with the official opening of its new padel courts in July.
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Andover History: A look back at the popular breakfast spot and old Shell garage
This photograph from 1985 of the top end of Weyhill Road, just before reaching the Hundred Acres junction from Andover, seems very modern until we realise that almost everything in this view of 41 years ago has changed.
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100In the Dock - Man who drove while 8x over ketamine limit jailed for a year
A dangerous driver who was more than eight times over the ketamine drug‑driving limit when he got behind the wheel in Andover has been jailed for 12 months.
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Andover’s community first responders receive new dynamic response vehicle
Andover’s community first responders are now using the new dynamic response vehicle (DRV) to enhance patient care across the local community.
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 16:30:00 +0100HMRC issues deadline warning to 864,000 taxpayers with just two weeks left to act
More than 864,000 sole traders and landlords have just two weeks left to complete a new tax requirement under Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax, HMRC has warned.
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0100Aldi Baby Event is back this week - and parents can save £70 on a Graco car seat
Aldi's Baby & Toddler Event is back from July 23 with prices from 79p, including a Graco 360 car seat, Squishmallows, Teletubbies toys and pyjamas