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Thu, 12 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Music therapy programme launches to support people with Parkinson’s through winter
A new online music therapy programme is helping people with Parkinson's stay active, connected and confident this winter.

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Patients wait weeks for hospital results amid Royal Mail delays, MP warns
Patients are waiting weeks for hospital results because of postal delays, an MP has warned.

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Nine pubs in the running to be crowned Salisbury Journal Pub of the Year
Salisbury Journal Pub of the Year shortlist revealed, featuring nine local pubs across Salisbury and Wilton. Voting opens November 19 and closes December 4.

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 21:00:00 +0000
Three-bedroom Whitchurch cottage in former workhouse reduced to £600,000
The "stunning home" forms part of a conversion of a former Victorian institutional building.

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 17:23:48 +0000
Councillor shares highlights from Andover Halloween Celebrations
A town councillor has praised the value of community events after sharing photographs from Andover’s Halloween celebrations.

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Veteran hailed as an ‘unsung hero’ for preserving remembrance sites
A former serviceman has been thanked for years of work preserving Ludgershall’s key remembrance sites.

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Police officer and retired search dog Rocky honoured for eight years of service
In their final year together, the pair completed 49 searches, achieving 21 positive results.

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Andover Scouts rally behind Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal
Andover Scouts supported the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal on November 7, collecting donations in the town centre.

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 15:45:07 +0000
Cadets lead moving Armistice Day service at Tidworth academy
Students and cadets at The Wellington Academy in Tidworth gathered for an Armistice Day service, with half of the school’s pupils coming from service families.

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 14:36:14 +0000
School marks Remembrance with striking poppy display
A school in Andover marked Remembrance with a striking display of poppies above its entrance.

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 13:59:00 +0000
Bake Off musical opening tonight with 40-strong cast of local performers
The musical follows a group of amateur bakers as they compete under the famous tent, finding friendship, rivalry and romance along the way.

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Grateley wagyu jerky business wins £750 grant and UK food awards finalist spot
A Grateley food business is planning its next move after winning a £750 council grant.

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Pupils feel safe and proud as Ofsted praises Andover school's progress
Pupils at Lift Winton say they feel safe and proud of their school, inspectors found.

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 11:35:07 +0000
Boy, 14, arrested over stolen mince pies and witness intimidation
A 14-year-old boy has been arrested after staff were allegedly threatened at an Andover restaurant before mince pies were stolen from another business.

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Grandmother raises £1,050 for Teenage Cancer Trust after grandson's diagnosis
Throughout the summer, Vanessa and supporters organised coffee mornings, charity bowls matches and a Ladies Charity Gala.

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Andover Community Church Choir fills Rothsay Grange with hymns and memories
Residents enjoyed an afternoon of music and memories at a special choir performance.

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Housebuilder celebrates pub putting community at the heart of its work
The award celebrates organisations that show a thoughtful and innovative approach to community engagement and social responsibility.

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 14:18:00 +0000
When does I'm A Celebrity start as ITV confirms full lineup for 2026?
It's almost time for I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! to start its 2026 series - here's the full celebrity lineup and start date.

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 14:17:07 +0000
Jaime Winstone confirms if she will return to Strictly this weekend
Strictly Come Dancing star Jaime Winstone has confirmed if she will be returning to the ballroom after suffering an injury last week.

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 14:17:34 +0000
Gavin and Stacey star reveals she wants to make history on I'm a Celeb
Gavin and Stacey star, Joanna Page, has revealed she wants to make history on the show as the first Welsh Queen of the Jungle.

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 14:13:14 +0000
DWP starts bank checks on benefit claimants – what officials can now see
DWP issues first bank check notice for Universal Credit, Pension Credit and ESA claims, targeting benefit fraud and error under new powers from October 26.

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 14:12:04 +0000
Waitrose recalls two doughnut packs over undeclared soya allergen
Waitrose has recalled two doughnut five-packs over undeclared soya. Check the best-before dates and how to get a refund.

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 14:11:11 +0000
How Virgin Media 02 customers can keep free emails as service ends
Virgin Media email users face a choice over transferring to Junara. Find out which addresses are affected, the deadlines and the fees.

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 14:11:37 +0000
Who was the eighth baker to leave The Great British Bake Off on caramel week?
The eighth baker to leave The Great British Bake Off has been revealed after they failed to impress the judges with their caramel bakes.

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 21:00:00 +0000
Hampshire charities can win a share of £240,000 in festive funding draw
The scheme will see 20 charities win £1,000 each day for 12 days in the lead-up to Christmas, totalling £240,000 in donations.

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 17:18:17 +0000
Families to remember loved ones killed in crashes across Hampshire in annual service
Families who have lost loved ones in fatal collisions will come together this weekend for an annual service of remembrance.

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Music festival raising money to support mental health recognised with top honour
This year’s festival featured more than 400 performers and volunteers across 17 venues in Andover town centre.

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Over 200 festive shoeboxes collected for children in Eastern Europe
More than 200 shoeboxes have been filled with festive gifts for children in Eastern Europe.

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Concerns over recycling shake-up requiring extra bins to separate paper and cardboard
Thousands of Hampshire households could need an extra recycling bin after a major shake-up of collections was approved.

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 13:04:07 +0000
Man, 80, dies after car was struck by lorry on A303
An 80-year-old man died after his car was hit by a lorry on the A303 near Deptford and Chicklade. Wiltshire Police appeals for witnesses and dashcam footage.

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000
'It gave me a huge confidence boost' - Amesbury artist lands dream exhibition
Amesbury artist Victoria Last has been selected from more than 6,800 entries to exhibit her oil painting at London's Mall Galleries.

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
New rural crime app helping hundreds of Hampshire farmers
Hampshire and the Isle of Wight Constabulary launched the EyesOn app in March to support those working in rural and wildlife-related businesses.

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Amesbury school gives food bank donations after first Harvest Festival
Christ the King Catholic School in Amesbury has held its first Harvest Festival, collecting food donations for people in need.

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Teenager wins national working equitation title and targets 2027 world championships
A teenager is aiming to compete on the world stage after winning a national working equitation title.

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 10:58:56 +0000
Reform UK names new Hampshire leader after George Madgwick suspended
Reform UK in Hampshire is under new leadership after its former leader was suspended due to being charged with 35 offences including rape.

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Hampshire gin brand announced as title partner for E1 raceboat finale in Miami
Bombay Sapphire supports the championship’s environmental focus, particularly as presenting partner of the E1 Blue Impact Championship.

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000
IN PICTURES: Sold-out firework festival lights up skies above Thruxton
Thousands of fireworks lit up the sky above Thruxton Circuit as families gathered for the sold-out Glitter & Glow festival.

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Death of 'beautiful' one-year-old ruled as sudden and unexpected
Nora Pearce-Roberts, from Bedford, died aged one at her grandparents’ home in Broughton on February 8. Winchester inquest rules death sudden and unexpected.

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 10:59:53 +0000
Hundreds gather in Andover for moving Remembrance Sunday parade and service
Andover Remembrance Sunday parade saw veterans, cadets and residents honour fallen service personnel with a service, wreaths and a two-minute silence.

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Only 10 per cent of Hampshire patients say GP appointments are easier to book
The survey, which ran from March 16 to May 28, gathered 896 responses from residents across Hampshire.

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Test Valley to launch kerbside collection for small electricals, batteries and vapes
Households will be able to leave small electrical items, batteries and disposable vapes in a plastic bag beside their waste or recycling bins for separate collection.

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 11:46:06 +0000
Keira Knightley and Joe Wilkinson to reunite for Waitrose Christmas advert
Waitrose unveils The Perfect Gift 2, starring Keira Knightley and Joe Wilkinson in a festive wedding sequel as their Christmas advert romance continues.

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 11:45:21 +0000
British Airways announces major change to its Avios rewards system
British Airways has announced its Avios rewards system will be changing at the end of November and it benefits customers.

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 11:44:14 +0000
Starbucks to create 7,500 UK barista jobs with 500 new coffee shops planned
Starbucks will create 7,500 UK barista jobs and open 500 coffee shops by 2031, targeting growth in the Midlands, north of England, Wales and Scotland.

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 11:41:32 +0000
Maya Jama quits role as Love Island host after three years and nine series
Maya Jama steps down as ITV Love Island host after three years and nine series; ITV is yet to announce her replacement.

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 11:40:45 +0000
DWP issues urgent Universal Credit warning to pensioners who receive this letter
Pensioners who receive a Universal Credit Migration Notice must claim by their deadline to keep financial support.

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 11:40:09 +0000
The petrol station hack hiding in plain site that every driver should know
A dashboard arrow can help drivers find the fuel filler side, while forecourt tips cover wrong fuel, safety and pump etiquette.

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 11:39:24 +0000
Rare 50p Snowman coin sells for more than 350 times face value on eBay
The Royal Mint says mintage figures help establish a coin's rarity, and a low-mintage coin might sell for more than its face value.

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 11:38:23 +0000
Full list of every Lloyds and Halifax bank branch closing down
Lloyds and Halifax will close 250 UK bank branches in 2026 and 2027 as Lloyds Banking Group cuts its high street network amid online banking growth.

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 21:00:00 +0000
Detached home with 0.6-acre wraparound garden on market for £850,000
It offers a quiet living environment, benefiting from the closure of Junction Road to through traffic while retaining access to the surrounding area.

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