Hampshire drivers will need to be aware of a couple of closures on the M3 and M27 for the weekend of November 28 to 30

Rachael Johnston, 57, has lived at Prospect Court for six years and says she has been living with rats for several weeks.

The app's success has led to its expansion to include pubs and clubs, helping to report incidents and share information on barred customers in the area.

Each week, we select one of our favourite images submitted to the Andover Advertiser Camera Club to publish on our letters page.

December marks the end of 2025 – and the start of the government’s consultation on reorganising local councils in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. And this will be your very last opportunity to influence what that looks like.

Aldi has confirmed its Christmas 2025 opening hours, with stores open until 10pm on December 22 and 23, closing at 6pm on Christmas Eve, and closing fully on Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Stores will reopen on December 27.

Charming 3-bedroom detached house for sale on Highlands Road, Andover. No onward chain, two reception rooms, driveway, garden. £450,000. Graham & Co.

One of the highlights was a human ring-toss using inflatable pool rings, which could become a feature of next year's sports day.

Hampshire Hospitals is the first in the UK to use this new generation, which is the most advanced and integrated da Vinci surgical system available.

A juice business started by a 10-year-old girl from Andover, Hampshire has reached new heights with new sponsorships and products.

Sandstone Brook Care Home in Whitchurch, part of the Anavo Group, has partnered with Community Resource Care to deliver four monthly sessions.

Adrian Underwood, from Andover, was unlawfully killed by an Iranian drone strike on an oil products vessel, an inquest has concluded.

Delivered by Chancellor Rachel Reeves on Wednesday, November 26, the Budget includes tax rises and changes to housing policy.

Police and crime commissioner Donna Jones has warned UK businesses of rising cybercrime threats.

A community Christmas fund is raising money for local schoolchildren this season.

Vicki Carr, who co-founded Faith & Brown, will showcase her jewellery at the Mingle and Jingle Christmas market in Basingstoke.

The chief executive of Southern Water was subjected to a Citizen's Arrest at an industry conference in London

This is the first time this technology has been used in policing in the UK.

Wood Hall, a detached bungalow, has been "thoughtfully enhanced" by the current owner, according to Austin Hawk estate agents.

Discover the latest food hygiene ratings for Andover restaurants, cafes, and takeaways, as inspected by Test Valley Borough Council.

Test Valley Borough Council has launched a new Community Resilience Grant to support local areas in creating or improving their ability to respond to unexpected events.

The Abel Foundation’s annual Christmas fayre will take place at the British Legion on Western Road in Andover on November 29, from 12pm to 3pm.

The Travelling Cupcake of Andover High Street has been announced as the winner of the Andover Advertiser's Café of the Year for 2025, following votes and nominations by readers.

Age Concern Hampshire is raising awareness of the daily challenges carers face and the support available to them.

Three London men jailed for more than £30,000 shoplifting spree across 15 counties; sentenced at Winchester Crown Court.

The PowerWord International, which began in a family’s living room, has moved into a permanent home in Andover after seven years in a community building.

Heatherdene Properties Ltd, assisted by Wessex Planning Ltd, aims to build one detached four-bedroom house and two pairs of semi-detached three-bedroom houses.

Pensioners will be set for a boost of around £500 next year as Rachel Reeves confirmed the Government's commitment to the triple lock at today's Budget.

Salary sacrifice cuts in the Budget see a cut on pension benefits, which some have dubbed a 'stealth tax rise in Employer National Insurance'.

Rachel Reeves has announced a cut in the cash ISA limit in her autumn budget, but experts say it will not necessarily persuade people to move their money into investments.

The Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) helps provide economic forecasts for the Government.

Octopus Energy has revealed they have (a very cheap) answer to warming up homes.

Minimum wage rates are to increase for millions, giving a welcome pay rise to 4.1% to £12.71 an hour for low paid workers, with £1,500 for 18 to 20-year-olds

The DWP two-child benefit cap prevents parents from claiming universal credit or tax credit for their third or any subsequent child.

Charming first-floor apartment for sale in Andover, Winchester Road. Ideal for downsizers or warden-assisted retirement. £124,500. Close to amenities and transport links.

An estate agency has been crowned the best in an area for the third year in a row.

The Shared Lives programme, operating across north west Hampshire, matches adults with learning difficulties, physical disabilities, or mental health conditions with trained carers.

When my body says ‘hey I’m reaching my limit now’, my brain overrules and that is when it all comes crashing down

The event, organised by Test Valley Borough Council in partnership with Andover BID and Andover Town Council, marked the official start of the festive season.

There has been a crash on the A303 just outside of Andover. This live blog will keep you up to date with what has happened.

The project, called Brackenwood’s Big Sing, has seen schools across the region, including special needs schools, recording and submitting their Christmas songs.

Hampshire County Council urges the public to join the public consultation for local government reorganisation.

The Light of Asia on Andover High Street has been named Best Indian Restaurant in the Area by the Good Food Awards.

Fuel Duty could be increased by 5p per litre in the budget, alongside 3p pay-per-mile for EVs and the return of the fuel price escalator.

The best-value lunchtime meal deals have been revealed - and there's a few surprises.

Martin Lewis is celebrating after 28 of the UK's biggest brands confirmed they would be giving customers their consumer rights to return items bought online - to the point where he has withdrawn his complaint to Trading Standards.

Ahead of the autumn budget, there's speculation that Chancellor Rachel Reeves could hike alcohol duty by as much as 4.5%.

Three-bedroom semi-detached house for sale in Valencia Way, Andover, £285,000. Close to town centre, extended, gardens, no onward chain. Graham & Co.

The awards highlight work in the county, from woodland restoration to river protection.

Nine associates from bakery business Rich’s, based at Andover Business Park, took part in the Big Sleep at Stonehenge on Friday, November 14