Andover Advertiser

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 03:30:00 +0100
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 September 25 to 27

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Hotel near Andover plans two glamping pods with outdoor baths
Gray Manor Hotel near Andover has applied to install two glamping pods at Cholderton, with Test Valley Borough Council considering the rural tourism scheme.

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Ofsted praises nursery where children are 'happy, motivated learners'
The Ofsted report highlighted the nursery’s inclusive environment, noting its close partnerships with parents and professionals.

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 09:25:00 +0100
Parents could miss out on £3,794 by waiting to start children's savings
Parents typically wait until age five to open a savings account, potentially missing £3,794 in contributions

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 09:19:35 +0100
BBC confirms return of iconic children's TV show after 38 years - are you excited?
Play School, which originally ran from 1964 to 1988, is set for a reboot on the BBC after 38 years off air.

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 09:18:37 +0100
Pet expert issues warning to dog owners over Autumn dangers including conkers
Letting your dog fully enjoy this environment can be very tempting, but a dog expert is warning that this could lead to some health issues.

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 09:17:09 +0100
The minimum temperature your heating should be set at to avoid condensation & mould
Everything you need to know about why condensation may be forming on your windows, and how you can prevent it from happening

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Roads face £600m backlog as council warns more money is needed
Hampshire County Council has warned it needs an extra £20m to £30m a year to tackle a roads repair backlog approaching £600m, with critics describing the situation as a “never-ending backlog of repairs”.

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 21:07:00 +0100
'Free DT' - Hundreds protest in Hampshire after activist Danny Tommo's arrest
Around 500 people protest outside Basingstoke Investigation Centre after activist Danny Tommo's arrest over alleged English Channel boat damage.

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 21:00:00 +0100
Village road to close for one day to allow for pole testing work
An order by Hampshire County Council allows the road to be shut for up to six months if work overruns, although it expects the closure to last for one day.

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Andover wedding fair to showcase everything couples need for their big day
An Andover wedding fair will showcase some of the town’s leading local suppliers.

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Farmers share concerns over costs and policy proposals with MP
Discussions focused on issues such as rural crime, the impact of the recent hot weather and increasing business costs.

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:44:34 +0100
Home partially closed after reports of anti-social behaviour
A property in Amesbury has been partially closed by police following reports of persistent anti-social behaviour.

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Girlguiding launches inspiring partnership with women-in-aviation organisation
The organisations will develop a resource pack for Girlguiding South West members, including a special badge for those who complete the activities.

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0100
'Life and death' - Hundreds of hoax 999 calls 'putting lives at risk'
South Central Ambulance Service recorded 62 hoax 999 calls in Hampshire between April and July 2026, total since 2021 is 301 - putting lives at risk.

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 09:43:08 +0100
Police arrest 'Danny Tommo' after small boat slashed in Channel
Police have arrested activist 'Danny Tommo' after a small boat used to carry migrants across the Channel was slashed in an incident broadcast on YouTube

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Andover siblings battle to be crowned Café of the Year 2026
A sibling rivalry is brewing in the race to be crowned the best café in town.

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Fundraiser launched after fire destroys family-run gym
Fundraiser launched after Whitchurch fire destroyed Hampshire Fitness Centre on September 19, with £3,500 sought to help owners John and Chrissy Ruffell rebuild.

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Concerns remain on riverside park plans despite Government backing for road changes
Andover retirement residents warn Test Valley Council’s riverside park road changes could increase traffic, threaten pedestrians and disrupt Lidl deliveries.

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 19:16:14 +0100
The DWP State Pension age change being proposed to help young adults get jobs
A petition calling for the DWP State Pension age to be lowered says the change could help free up jobs for young adults.

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:43:59 +0100
Families could save on energy bills as Government backs huge heat network rollout
More than 750,000 homes could benefit from cleaner, cheaper heating after the Government announced £90m of investment in heat networks.

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:19:23 +0100
Hampshire council to pay £1,200 after child missed a term of education
Hampshire County Council will pay £1,200 after a child with an EHC plan missed a term of education; Ombudsman found failings in alternative provision.

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:03:35 +0100
Up to 700 Asda stores set for major change that will make deliveries easier
Up to 700 Asda stores are set to have InPost Lockers installed to make sending and receiving parcels a lot easier.

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:03:07 +0100
Tesco launches new service nationwide after initial trial in 147 stores
Tesco is now an option nationwide on Deliveroo, after it was trialled in 147 stores around the UK initially

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:02:14 +0100
Do you really need a TV licence? Legal expert explains amid BBC’s £500m savings plan
More than half a million fewer households held a TV licence in the past year.

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:01:20 +0100
Drivers warned of £300 fine following change on UK roads this month
More serious cases could lead to an unlimited fine, a driving ban, or vehicle seizure.

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 17:29:35 +0100
Migrant protests cost taxpayers £250,000 as chief fears 'more to come'
The cost of responding to illegal immigration in Hampshire has reached a quarter of a million in just over two weeks.

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Boaz Project's prize-winning crop includes a giant 46kg pumpkin and 1.2kg onions
Boaz Project in Sutton Scotney wins a silver trophy for prize-winning produce while supporting adults with learning disabilities through horticulture.

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Sweet shop's birthday celebrations put local young artists in spotlight
An Andover sweet shop is celebrating its first year by replacing AI-generated images with artwork by local children.

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:14:19 +0100
Teenagers climb onto Andover roof as police warn of town centre dangers
Hampshire Police attended Andover High Street on September 22 after teenagers climbed onto a roof. No offences were found, but safety concerns remain.

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Hampshire historians unveil new book celebrating 200 experts and their work
Hampshire historians meet in Winchester as Celebrating Hampshire Historians is published, exploring the county’s history, archaeology, and archives.

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Andover dog walkers raise £625 for Macmillan at annual coffee morning
Andover dog walkers raised £625 for Macmillan Cancer Support at Brenda Taylor’s Watermills Park coffee morning on September 18, with cakes and dog treats.

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 09:31:19 +0100
Man dies in 'non-suspicious' incident as emergency services close major road
A man has died after a non-suspicious incident on the southbound A34 near Newbury on September 22, Thames Valley Police confirmed.

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Salon near Stockbridge expands team and wellness services with £750 council grant
Stockbridge’s Copper Barn Hair & Wellness expands with new staff and wellness treatments after winning a Hampshire and Isle of Wight salon award.

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Adventurer Jordan Wylie speaks out after online threats and abuse for RNLI campaign
RNLI volunteer Jordan Wylie says he received threats and abuse online after promoting the Float to Live water safety campaign and its lifesaving message.

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New homes approved on Picket Piece greenfield site despite drainage concerns
Test Valley councillors approve four bungalows off Ox Drove, Picket Piece, on September 17 despite greenfield concerns and a five-year housing supply shortfall.

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:30:47 +0100
Hampshire destination features on UK's rudest place names list
A holiday park in the New Forest has been named one of the UK's rudest place names.

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 09:23:19 +0100
Britain sometimes has so much 'free' electricity it pays wind farms to switch off
Britain can have so much wind power that electricity is “effectively free”. A new report says households could cut bills by using power when it is cheapest.

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 09:47:06 +0100
Jeremy Clarkson business in liquidation now 'finalised'
A Jeremy Clarkson-owned company in liquidation has now reportedly been "finalised".

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 09:22:34 +0100
DVLA warning to drivers with medical conditions who 'must' do one thing
Drivers risk being fined up to £1,000 if they do not tell DVLA about a medical condition that affects their driving.

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 09:21:38 +0100
Rare Royal Mint 20p coin selling for more than 250 times its face value
The 20p piece is a “mule” coin dating from 2008 and was minted without a date on the coin due to an error.

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 21:00:00 +0100
Thousands call for tougher action over noisy, illegally modified exhausts
More than 4,400 people responded, with nearly half reporting daily disruption from loud exhausts.

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Care provider awarded £750 council grant to support its growth plans
The money will help cover business expenses, including extra stocks of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Pride of Andover Awards announces 2026 finalists ahead of ceremony
The annual celebration aims to recognise individuals and groups making a difference in the Andover community.

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Pet owners invited to learn life-saving first aid skills at workshop
The workshop aims to prepare attendees to act confidently in emergencies before reaching a vet.

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0100
St John Ambulance urging 500,000 people to learn first aid skills this September
The campaign aims to equip at least 500,000 people with vital first aid knowledge.

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Illustration graduate wins creative award and mentorship opportunity
The award recognises outstanding achievement and includes a mentorship opportunity with Fancy Features artist Maria Leyden.

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 11:00:21 +0100
Updates: Emergency services called to 'non-suspicious' death
Emergency services were called to a 'serious' incident on the A343 and A4, police confirm a man has died

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 10:49:41 +0100
Four-vehicle crash causes delays on A303 near Andover
Four-vehicle crash causes delays on the A303 near Andover on September 22. Hampshire Police attended; no injuries were reported.

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 09:56:11 +0100
LIVE: A303 incident traffic updates
Motorists are facing delays on the A303 near Andover after a crash blocked the outside lane on the eastbound carriageway. Emergency services are at the scene and traffic is beginning to build. Follow our live blog for the latest updates, road conditi...

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