Andover Advertiser

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Who deserves the crown? Nominations open for Hairdresser of the Year 2026
The search for the Andover’s top stylist is officially underway, with nominations now open for the Hairdresser of the Year 202 6 competition.

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Village music group that brings people together with ukuleles is awarded cash grant
A ukulele group is bringing people together through music and community support.

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'Fix it' - Concern as Andover High Street labelled a hazard'
A Ludgershall resident has branded Andover High Street a 'hazard' after raising long-standing concerns about uneven paving, loose bricks and the risk posed to older pedestrians.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 12:26:28 +0000
Urgent passport warning issued to Brits planning holidays abroad this year
Brits have been warned by His Majesty's Passport Office to complete a simple check before they book a holiday or trip abroad this year.

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000
Modern three-bedroom home with views over village green on market for £460,000
Estate agent Graham & Co is marketing the property in Pritchard Place, which comes with a high-spec modern kitchen and views over the village green.

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Student releases short film to start talking about mental health
Created by 16-year-old student Chris House from the Andover area, Still tells the story of a young person struggling with grief and emotional isolation.

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Council leader column: 'There is two years left of Test Valley Council'
The government’s decision on Local Government Reorganisation is expected to be announced any day now.

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000
'It's easy to manage': Warning over 'silent condition' which 4,000,000 people have
People are being urged to get their blood pressure checked.

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000
New 'warm hub' offers free hot drinks and pastries for people in town
A warm hub is helping to bring residents together and provide a welcoming space for everyone in the community.

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 11:27:49 +0000
King Charles strips Hampshire man of MBE after paedophile hunter sting
A former naval officer from Gosport has had his MBE stripped by King Charles after he was caught in a paedophile hunter sting

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
MP speaks out after 'shocking' surge in heating oil price
Kit Malthouse, Conservative MP for North West Hampshire, has joined more than 50 Tory MPs in calling on the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) to investigate possible profiteering.

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Unused stable yard could be turned into 70‑bed care home overlooking Charlie’s Lake
The application is designed to meet a growing shortage of specialist older people’s accommodation in Test Valley.

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Popular museum 'bowled over' by support to reopen
The Army Flying Museum in Middle Wallop, Hampshire, was plunged into darkness for nearly three weeks following a major power outage on February 19 forcing it to close.

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
22km pipeline could be built from Andover to Winchester to safeguard water supply
Plans have been formally submitted for a 22.8‑kilometre underground water pipeline linking Andover and Winchester, in what Southern Water says is a critical step to secure the future.

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 09:44:30 +0000
Garden expert reveals four ways to save your garden furniture this spring
One furniture specialist has shared his tips and tricks to help revamp your grubby table and chairs in time for the warmer weather

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 09:43:49 +0000
Lloyds Bank customers 'almost had a heart attack' after major online banking 'glitch'
Lloyds Bank customers have been left 'concerned' this morning (March 12) after a 'glitch' has shown other people's transactions in their accounts

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 09:41:28 +0000
UK chocolate brand sold at Aldi, Tesco and Asda set to close as it enters liquidation
Icon Foods, which supplies products to Aldi, Tesco, Asda, and other major UK stores, is set to close after voluntarily entering liquidation.

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 09:40:13 +0000
BBC TV Licence cost set to rise again for millions of UK households next month
From April, the cost of a TV licence will increase by £5.50 to £180

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000
Family home in 'highly sought-after' development on sale for £410,000
Three-bedroom home for sale in Holbrooke Place, Hurstbourne Priors.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Hampshire cricket club among one of the oldest in the world evidence shows
Whitchurch Cricket Club has revealed evidence to show that they are celebrating 250 years of founding this year.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Archery club donates more than £2,000 to wildlife charity
The Overton Black Arrows, based in Laverstoke, chose the wildlife charity near Andover as its beneficiary for the year.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
MP speaks out after vote to ban social media in schools
Kit Malthouse, MP for North West Hampshire, shared his views after Government MPs voted against new measures to restrict social media use for under-16s on Monday, March 9.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000
New restaurant serving British dishes and pizzas to open in Hampshire town
Layton’s, a new independent restaurant at The Leckford Hutt on London Road in Stockbridge, is opening its doors on Friday, March 13, promising a relaxed dining experience.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Plan to demolish former Corby trouserpress factory and replace with warehouses
Marston Events Ltd is behind the proposals to remove the former Corby trouser press factory on North Way, Walworth Business Park.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Andover students taking part in 24-hour Sportathon to help fund new gym
Taking place at John Hanson Community School in Andover, the event will begin at 3.05pm on Thursday, March 19, and run until the same time the following day.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Children's charity reveals new name as it spreads into other areas
The newly named Raising Twenty1 supports children with Down syndrome and their families across north Hampshire and beyond.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Vigo Park £3.5m transformation set to receive feedback from residents
Public drop-in sessions will be held over the coming weeks to gather community feedback on the proposed transformation of Vigo Park in Andover.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 12:32:09 +0000
Supermarkets hit by falling demand for common item due to possible cancer fears
Nitrate-cured bacon has seen a drop in sales in supermarkets, with campaigners attributing the fall to possible cancer fears

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 12:14:27 +0000
Bank of England announces major change to banknotes after more than 50 years
The change makes it more difficult for the notes to be counterfeited while making security features more distinguishable

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000
'Superb' apartment for sale in sought-after development for £220,000
'Beautifully presented' two-bed apartment is for sale in Saxon Heights, Andover, for £220,000.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 17:09:09 +0000
Live - Delays reported following vehicle fire on Hampshire road
Delays have been reported on a major Hampshire road following a vehicle fire.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Weyhill garden centre unveils new-look restaurant with nod to its history
Hillier Garden Centre in Weyhill has reopened its freshly redesigned eatery under the new name Edwin & Betsy’s, paying tribute to the company’s original founders.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
From Weyhill to Channel Islands - Andover woman reflects as she prepares to turn 68
Age 68 is the next age approaching; it is difficult to believe, yet I checked my driving licence, and it seems correct.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
'Missed opportunity' - business chief criticises Spring Statement
A Hampshire business leader has criticised the Chancellor’s Spring Statement.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:25:51 +0000
New team launched to tackle the 'fatal five' of road offences
A new £1m police taskforce has been launched to tackle the “fatal five” of motoring offences.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Proud family business steps into Pride of Andover Awards spotlight
A proud family business is stepping into the spotlight as a headline sponsor.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Old Poundstretcher building demolished as plans for Andover's new theatre progress
Demolition of Andover’s former Poundstretcher is complete, making way for a new 400-seat theatre under Test Valley Borough Council’s Andover Masterplan.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 11:34:48 +0000
Facial recognition to roll out on Andover High Street WITH vans
Live Facial Recognition vans will be heading to Andover High Street for the first time next week, to help our teams target criminals and keep our communities safe.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Zoo's crucial role in saving one of the world's rarest gazelles
Marwell Wildlife is leading vital efforts to save the endangered slender-horned gazelle.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Campaign launched as nearly one in five miss NHS appointments
NHS is urging use of NHS App push notifications to reduce missed GP appointments.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Owners of High Score Arcades Andover thank public for brilliant first weekend
A family-friendly arcade has been met with enthusiastic support.

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000
'One-of-a-kind' family home on the market for £675,000
Mayfield House, a detached four-bedroom home in Upper Clatford, is for sale at £675,000

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Final 'Attitude of Gratitude' award presented in Andover to Andover Radio's Ben
A well-known voice in the community has been honoured for his positive impact.

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Andover Blue Cross shop reopens to excitement after refurb
The Andover Blue Cross store on High Street reopened on Saturday, March 7, following a week-long refurbishment that has given the shop a modern makeover.

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Long standing Andover business to change ownership after 51 years
Pennies Haberdashery, which has been a fixture of Andover for 51 years, is changing ownership as owner Penelope Sinclair has decided to step down after 37 years.

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Women and girls empowered by free self-defence initiative across Hampshire
A self-defence project for women and girls has empowered more than 500 people across Hampshire

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Diversion in place for up to eight-week A343 closure as water works continue
A section of the A343 will be closed from March 16 as a £250,000 water supply upgrade continues

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
In the Dock: Man handed points for using phone while driving and other cases
Aldershot and Basingstoke magistrates’ courts: driving offences, theft and disqualified driving among latest cases.

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Fitting of five shops submitted to give development new purpose
The proposal involves installing new frontages, external shutters, and air-conditioning units at the Mundy Road site.

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Councillor urges everyone to know where to find defibrillators in Andover
Test Valley Borough Councillor Iris Andersen has raised concerns over the knowledge of defibrillators around Andover.

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