Andover Advertiser

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000
New reporter joins the team at Andover Advertiser - with a focus on the town
A NEW reporter has joined the team at the Andover Advertiser and has been getting to grips with issues in the town.

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Free workshops for novice and keen gardeners at Dobbies in Andover
The sessions will focus on houseplant care, providing advice and tips on different varieties.

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Hampshire Fire Service attended more than 10,000 incidents this year
Hampshire Fire Service has attended 10,158 incidents in the last year, with an average response time of 10 minutes.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 21:00:00 +0000
NHS urging people to return unwanted care equipment
Returning such items would help others remain independent and free up hospital beds.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 17:00:00 +0000
Picket Piece Village Hall and Social Club reopens its doors in style
The village of Picket Piece witnessed a historic moment as the much-anticipated Picket Piece Village Hall and Social Club reopened - bringinging together community members, local dignitaries, and guests for an afternoon of celebration, reflection, ...

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Volunteers dispatch over 1000 luxury hampers to disadvantaged families
Over 1000 luxury Christmas hampers ready for dispatch to Andover’s needy

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Pharmacy opening times across North Hampshire this Christmas
The move is to ensure people continue receiving services, health advice and necessary medication.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Café of the Year winners: Readers crown Cafe Bridge as the best
“We were jumping up and down with excitement”: Delighted Café of the Year winners

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 13:03:46 +0000
Airport in Hampshire announces new easyJet route to Paris
Southampton Airport has announced easyJet has officially launched a new flight directly to Paris.

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 21:00:00 +0000
Revealed: The most popular baby names in the Test Valley last year
The most popular names for babies born in Test Valley last year have been revealed.

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 17:00:00 +0000
Chief constable answers questions on police visibility, e-scooters and road safety
The session allowed members of the public to submit questions to Chief Constable Scott Chilton.

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 17:00:00 +0000
Hundreds of people in Test Valley without a home this Christmas
Hundreds of people in Test Valley will spend Christmas without a home, new estimates suggest.

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 17:00:00 +0000
WATCH: Village Post Office releases impish Christmas video to spread festive cheer
A POST OFFICE and convenience store has once again embraced the holiday spirit with a heartwarming music video to share a bit of twinkly fun.

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 16:49:22 +0000
Driver escapes uninjured in single-vehicle crash near Andover
Emergency services were called to the scene near Picket Twenty at approximately 10.17am following reports of the crash.

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 12:46:26 +0000
'We didn’t get justice' - Andover woman's family reacts to inquest findings
Lucy-Anne Rushton, known as Lucy, was killed in her Andover home in 2019 after enduring years of domestic abuse at the hands of her estranged husband.

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 12:17:34 +0000
Murdered Andover mum was failed by two police forces, a school and child services
At the end of the evidence hearing, the jury reached a narrative conclusion on Wednesday, December 18, after deliberating for 12 hours and 37 minutes.

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000
NHS 111 issues festive fortnight warning and urges people to plan ahead
Last winter, the NHS 111 service in Hampshire and the Thames Valley received nearly 75,000 calls over the two-week festive period.

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Resident admits he's at breaking point waiting for repairs to leaky roof
A resident in a block of flats in Andover is struggling to cope with a leak in his roof and worries that a forecast of rain over the Christmas period will leave him a ‘bag of nerves’.

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 21:00:00 +0000
Veterans celebrate graduation from life-changing programme
The initiative, a collaboration between Alabaré, Lovell and Stonewater, equips veterans with transferable skills and qualifications.

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 17:00:00 +0000
New partnership to boost regional defence and security capabilities
The aim is to bolster the region's capabilities in defence and security, and to attract national and international investment.

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 17:00:00 +0000
A303: Weekend before Christmas to see speed limits and diversions near Stonehenge
Stonehenge will be open to solstice visitors on the morning of Saturday, December 21, with limited parking on si53.

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 17:00:00 +0000
Santa's Celebration event brings festive cheer to children
The P20 residents team expressed their gratitude for the generous support received, which helped create a memorable day for the children.

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 13:21:24 +0000
National shoe store blames Budget and soaring costs for store closures
The firm declined to comment further and did not provide any details on how many stores had shut or the number of workers affected.

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Charity sends 500 Christmas boxes to military kids in Wiltshire
The Little Troopers boxes include resources and activities to help children cope with parental separation, as well as treats and stocking fillers.

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Revised plans submitted after permission granted for conversion of historic pub
The Red House, a Grade II-listed building on London Street, dates back to the 16th century and was used as a public house from the late 18th century.

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000
PICTURES: Andover care home hosts festive party for residents
To round off the celebrations, Santa and his elf made a surprise visit.

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Change promises ‘hassle-free’ parking at Stonehenge ahead of winter solstice
Stonehenge's car park will open at 5.15am for the winter solstice celebrations – and visitors who travel by car will a have a new way to pay for parking

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 14:47:38 +0000
LIVE: Heavy delays following serious vehicle fire in Andover
Delays are bulding following a serious incident on Salisbury Road in Andover

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 21:00:00 +0000
Andover woman helps raise £32k by bouncing on bouncy castle and holding a snake
Judith's fundraising challenges were based on the programme work that the girls do.

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 17:00:00 +0000
Charity unveils new fleet of minibuses for older people
The minibuses, which feature tail lifts, are staffed by trained passenger assistants to ensure the safety and comfort of passengers.

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 17:00:00 +0000
Distillery near Andover launches spiced rum following government funding
River Test received £4,280, which enabled them to work with Craft Gin Club to develop an original spiced rum recipe.

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 17:00:00 +0000
Patients happy with urgent and emergency care at hospital trust, survey finds
The survey assessed various aspects of the patient journey, from arrival to discharge.

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 13:42:31 +0000
'Oh look, there's more!' Golden Retrievers bring Christmas spirit to Blackwood Forest
Golden Retrievers and their owners, from across Hampshire, Wiltshire and Dorset, met up for festive fun at Blackwood Forest, near Micheldever.

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000
'Unprecedented demand' for safeguarding services in Hampshire
Children’s social care saw a 24 per cent increase in safeguarding concerns reported over a 12-month period.

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Marwell Zoo secures funding for new native species zone
The first phase of the project will concentrate on the white-clawed crayfish and sand lizards, two UK species facing survival threats.

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Crackdown on shoplifting sees 93 arrests in Hampshire so far
The initiative has so far impacted 28 organised crime groups and prevented losses exceeding £4m nationally.

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 10:01:18 +0000
5 household bills set to increase in 2025
From energy bills to the TV Licence, Council Tax to bus fares, a number of household costs will increase in 2025

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 10:01:50 +0000
Brits urged to retune TV as 'important' changes made in new Freeview update
People are being urged to retune their TVs to access channel changes made on December 10 as part of the latest Freeview update.

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 10:00:28 +0000
How to avoid burst pipes this Christmas and dodge £550 repair bills
While it may be tempting to turn off your heating completely, experts recommend you don’t do this

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 09:06:22 +0000
Childline ready to support thousands of children this Christmas
Childline bases across the UK, including in London, Liverpool, Leeds, Birmingham, Glasgow and Cardiff, will be in operation throughout the Christmas period

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 21:00:00 +0000
Residents urged to have their say on future of fire service
The survey, which closes on Wednesday, December 18, is open to all who live and work across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 17:00:00 +0000
Andover pub helps collect more than 160 advent calendars for those in need
The campaign aimed to gather as many advent calendars as possible throughout November.

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 17:00:00 +0000
Hearing dates confirmed for Hampshire minerals and waste plan
The inspector will assess whether the plan complies with legal standards and is aligned with the National Planning Policy Framework.

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 11:20:36 +0000
Aldi launches hunt for Hampshire's biggest Kevin the Carrot fan
Kevin the Carrot became a holiday icon after his debut in Aldi's 2016 Christmas ad, and he has since gained a loyal following across the country.

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 10:41:57 +0000
Six community centres across Hampshire receive share of £30,000 fund
These centres provide services to around 18,000 people each month.

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Test Valley museum's success continues with award recognition
This is the first time the Army Flying Museum has reached the final of the awards and follows an incredible year.

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Retrospective planning application submitted for billionaire's £80m country mansion
Progress has been made on the major refurbishment project at a billionaire’s country house in Wiltshire.

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Andover students spread festive cheer with lively pantomime
The small group of students, along with one of their teachers, performed their 20-minute play, Santa's Dilemma.

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Andover school celebrates opening of new £5.6m 'state-of-the-art' facility
The new space includes science labs, extra maths classrooms and a full-sized, multifunctional hall for community events.

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 17:00:00 +0000
Promise of ‘spades in the ground next month' as pavilion wins funding
Promise of ‘spades in the ground in the New Year’ as sports pavilion gets the go ahead

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