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Tue, 31 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Creative angles shine in camera club’s ‘Framed’ photo challenge in March
AA camera club

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Supported living and homecare service praised by inspectors for ‘culture of kindness’
Purple Oak homecare and supported living service in Andover has been rated 'Good' by the CQC.

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Cost crisis could see Remembrance Day parades scrapped in Andover
Rising costs are threatening Remembrance Day events, with around £2,000 in traffic fees endangering parades nationwide.

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:56:45 +0100
Millions owed £829 each in car finance scandal - Martin Lewis explains what to do now
Millions could be owed after a major FCA car finance ruling. Martin Lewis warns drivers to complain now or risk delays.

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:42:31 +0100
How to see April's full Pink Moon in the UK (plus what time it'll be visible)
April's full Pink Moon will be visible in the UK in the early hours of Thursday, April 2 and here's how you can see it

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:41:59 +0100
England's new recycling rules come into force today - what changes mean for you
Households in England will have to change the way they recycle from today (March 31), including how they dispose of food waste.

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:37:56 +0100
Latest travel updates from British Airways, Emirates, Qatar Airways & more
British Airways, Qatar Airways, Emirates & Qantas are among the major airlines to have cancelled or suspended flights to several airports amid the Iran conflict

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:23:38 +0100
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor visits new home with pet dog and protection officer
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been spotted visiting his new home on the Sandringham Estate with one of his seven dogs and a protection officer.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0100
Three-bedroom terraced house in Andover on the market for £310,000
Located in a convenient part of Andover, the house has easy access to local amenities, schools and the mainline railway station.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Single mum quietly supports families with baby bank despite sons’ rare condition
A woman who offered support after a devastating flat fire despite facing life-and-death struggles within her own family has been praised by her “immensely proud” mother.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Volunteers thanked for their vital role in caring for Test Valley's countryside
In 2025, the council's countryside team worked alongside 1,035 volunteers who gave around 3,000 hours of their time.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0100
The Cheeky Girls and Sweet Female Attitude in line-up for summer music festival
Solstice Sounds will take place as part of the Amesbury Carnival weekend, with a full line-up of entertainment planned.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:23:03 +0100
Jury convicts ex-inspector who strip-searched young men for his own gratification
A jury has found an ex-Hampshire inspector guilty of sex offences for strip searches he performed on young men during his time in the police

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0100
New High Sheriff of Hampshire takes up post with pledge to champion sport
A new High Sheriff has taken up the post in Hampshire with a pledge to champion community sport.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Man who carried knife in public and breached closure order is jaiiled
Tomas Lloyd has been jailed for breaching a closure order in Basingstoke and carrying a knife in Andover.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Drug driver clocked speeding at 103mph on M3 banned from the roads
Mason Greenfield, a drug driver who was caught speeding at 103mph on the M3 in Basingstoke, has been banned from the roads.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New community training hub opening in town centre
The hub will offer practical and accessible learning opportunities for businesses, care providers, parents and the wider community.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:51:49 +0100
Why have there been so few Easter egg adverts on TV this year? Reason revealed
There have been very few adverts featuring Easter eggs on TV this year, but why has that been the case?

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:50:45 +0100
Emmerdale and Corrie face more TV schedule changes this week – when to watch
Emmerdale and Coronation Street will see more schedule changes this week due to an England football match being aired on ITV1 on Tuesday, March 31.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:50:09 +0100
How to stop a dog biting a postman? Royal Mail urges Brits to use vital 4-word sign
Royal Mail shares how Brits can stop a dog biting a postman or postwoman, including four-word warning sign after 2,000 attacks

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:00:52 +0100
Scott Mills sacked by BBC Radio 2 over a 'personal conduct' allegation
BBC Radio 2 presenter Scott Mills has been sacked by the broadcaster due to an allegation surrounding personal conduct

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0100
Three-bedroom home for sale for £265,000 in sought-after part of Andover
The property in Avon Court is located near local shops and within walking distance of the town centre and railway station.

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Hampshire Poet to remain in role for a third year to support writers
Damian Kelly-Basher has organised workshops in schools, hospitals, community centres and libraries, and has performed at a range of venues.

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Grateley school deemed 'not ready' for expansion to younger pupils by Ofsted
Grateley House School has been told it is not yet ready to take younger pupils or move into new classrooms after an Ofsted inspection raised concerns over curriculum.

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0100
IN THE DOCK: Man who stole five handbags spared jail and A303 drug driver banned
The latest Andover cases heard in Basingstoke Magistrates' court, including a man who stole five handbags from TK Maxx and an A303 drug driver.

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Care home residents knit blankets for rescue dogs
Millway residents have been knitting blankets for the charity’s dogs since November and recently completed an additional eight.

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 16:28:15 +0100
Alan Titchmarsh shares the 7 plants that help birds to flock to your garden
Alan Titchmarsh has highlighted a number of plants that can help encourage birds to come into your garden

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000
Two-bedroom 'light and spacious' coach house hits the market for £219,950
The property is located within the Augusta Park development and has its own private entrance with stairs leading up to the main accommodation.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Minibus scheme clocks up 10,000 passenger journeys in less than a year
The minibus scheme covers Andover, Stockbridge, Conholt and surrounding villages.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Trustees and volunteers trained to better run village halls and community centres
Trustees from village halls and community centres across Test Valley have taken part in council funded training this month to help strengthen the way their buildings are run.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Panel event to explore trust and transparency in media and public relations
It will bring together experts from journalism, PR, academia and industry to address challenges.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Furniture company giving away benches to promote connections and reduce loneliness
Lazy Susan Furniture is donating 40 free Friendship Benches to Hampshire-based charities, schools, hospitals and hospices.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Have your say on orders to tackle dog fouling and anti-social behaviour
The current PSPOs have been in force since June 2020 and are due to expire in June 2026 unless renewed.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Meals on wheels service celebrates delivering 500,000 hot meals
The service has already supported more than 3,000 people with daily two-course meals and a wellbeing check.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Hampshire motorway ranked among the most dangerous in England and Wales
The M27 has been ranked among the most dangerous motorways in England and Wales, according to new research

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Carpet of vibrant yellow daffodils selected as our Picture of the Week
The photo shows a peaceful woodland scene in full spring bloom, where a carpet of vibrant yellow daffodils stretches across the forest floor.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 10:32:02 +0000
UK drivers falling foul of commonly believed motorway myth and facing fines
Millions of us use the motorway everyday, but may be putting ourselves at risk of speeding fined due to an incorrect understanding of motorway cameras.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 10:29:38 +0000
Expert highlights simple budgeting hack that could save you hundreds
The framework, recommended by financial experts at Money Supermarket, is designed to make budgeting and saving easier.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 10:28:53 +0000
The areas of the UK you are most likely to be involved in a crash revealed
Data from the Department for Transport has revealed that one in every five road accidents happen in the same city

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 09:56:04 +0000
'Do not eat' warnings for shoppers at Sainsbury's, Lidl, Tesco, Morrisons and more
Customers who have purchased any of the affected items are advised to take note of the possible health risks and follow the official guidance

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:09:00 +0000
‘I just screamed’: Hampshire woman wins £1m
A woman has won £1 million in the Omaze Monthly Millionaire Draw and is planning to buy a hot tub with her winnings

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 03:30:00 +0000
M3 and M27 weekend road closures Hampshire drivers will need to be aware of
Hampshire drivers will need to be aware of a couple of closures on the M3 and M27 for the weekend of March 27 to 29

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000
'Beautifully presented' semi-detached home goes on the market for £340,000
Graham & Co estate agents said the home is "beautifully presented" on a quiet residential road.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Hampshire man secretly runs huge YouTube channel with more than 150k subscribers
John Bennett, from Hampshire, runs the YouTube channel Lamb Chop Rides, where he shares reviews, restorations, and on-the-road commentary about all things motorbikes.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Air ambulance base relocation boosted by another £300,000 donation
The HELP Appeal has now contributed a total of £600,000 towards the relocation of the airbase and headquarters.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Andover music festival kicks off with choir flash mob in town centre
Andover Rocks UK, founded and organised by Marie Ponting, kicked off its ninth year of celebrating music on Friday, March 27.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 13:25:05 +0000
Missing capybara Samba becomes global star after hitting headlines in the US
Samba, a nine-month-old capybara, has caused waves on social media after she escaped from a temporary enclosure in Marwell Zoo

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Garden rooms, tree works and car park changes all in this weeks planning applications
This is a summary of Planning Applications received in the Northern Area Planning Office of Test Valley Borough Council for the week ending 22 March 2026. Any comments should be sent to the Planning Office, Beech Hurst, Weyhill Road, Andover, SP10 3A...

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Feel embarrassed or ashamed about debt? Here's where to turn for help
Debt advisers are friendly people on the other end of the phone, ready and waiting to support you.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:56:10 +0000
Lidl offers free bananas to help lure back fugitive capybara
Lidl has offered to donate the fruit to Marwell Zoo in its search for Samba

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