Several pets in Hampshire are looking for their forever homes, including at the RSPCA Solent branch in The Stubbington Ark

Two Andover men fined for dumping concrete blocks in Watery Lane without an environmental permit, as Basingstoke Magistrates’ Court hears further Andover cases.

Stories of kindness, courage and dedication have dominated judging for this year’s Pride of Andover Awards.

A legendary pumpkin partnership between two brothers who have grown 13 title-winning squashes has come to an end after half a century.Twin brothers Ian and Stuart Paton, both 65, are amongst the world's most accomplished pumpkin growers and currently...

A breach could result in an on-the-spot fine of up to £1,000, rising to £5,000 in more serious cases, along with up to nine points on the driver’s licence.

Customers at supermarkets across the UK, including Lidl, Sainsbury's, Waitrose, Tesco and Asda, have been issued warnings as products have been recalled.

Hampshire mother drives 48 miles a day after her autistic daughter’s school transport to Norman Gate School was cancelled without warning by the council.

It has been six months since Samba, the missing capybara that escaped from Marwell Zoo, went on the run

Andover business leaders met on September 16 to hear Simplyhealth discuss Keep Britain Working, employee wellbeing and Andover town regeneration projects.

Anti-social behaviour in Test Valley fell 17.1% between May and August 2026 compared with 2025, with Andover seeing a 40% drop.

The council’s Macmillan Coffee Morning will be held at the Upper Guildhall in Andover High Street on Thursday, September 24, from 10am to 1pm.

Andover’s Countess of Brecknock Hospice wins Platinum Status from Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust for excellence in palliative and end-of-life care.

Vigo Park in Andover gets planning approval for a splash pad, pavilion, toilets and accessibility improvements, with construction due to start later this year.

A man has been arrested after two people were stabbed and one was harmed in a late night incident in Andover.

A person has been taken to hospital following an incident in Andover. Emergency services remain on scene. Live updates as we gather more information. Email jasmine.kelly@newsquest.co.uk with any information.

I watched “The Italian Job” recently – the original 1969 version, all kipper ties and Minis - cars and skirts!

Hampshire farming families can access emergency support through a new £2m funding programme.

After weeks of nominations from readers across the Andover area, the shortlist for the Andover Advertiser's Cafe of the Year competition has finally been revealed.

Andover Museum and the Museum of the Iron Age could stay open for at least two more years under plans councillors will consider next week.

A four-bedroom detached house is up for sale in Andover.

A popular Andover gift shop has unveiled a fresh new look.

A youth campaign is helping young people spot the warning signs of unhealthy relationships.

The project at Naomi House is being developed with Greenfingers, a charity that designs hospice gardens for children.

Whitchurch Neighbourcare, based in Hampshire and part of the Good Neighbours Network, supports residents by providing transport to medical appointments.

Residents at Rothsay Grange in Andover enjoyed a session with historical artefacts from the museum.

Martin Lewis has issued an urgent energy warning after the January Price Cap was forecast to rise by 24.9%. Here's what households need to know.

Venture Security has leased a town-centre office for its new training arm, Venture Training & Consultancy (VTAC).

Police, council leaders and youth workers met at Andover Guildhall for the latest crime summit, chaired by North West Hampshire MP Kit Malthouse.

Transport Secretary approval of changes to Andover’s Western Avenue has unlocked the project after a public inquiry earlier this year.

Plans to reorganise local government across Hampshire and the Solent have been thrown into uncertainty after the government withdrew its previous decision on local government reorganisation (LGR).

Thousands of pensioners rejected Winter Fuel Payment as millions face HMRC clawback, new figures reveal.

The rare coin, which has previously been sold for more than £500, is still believed to be in circulation

The average petrol price was 170.3p a litre yesterday, compared with 166.2p a week earlier and 161.8p at the beginning of the month.

Goodworth Clatford Village Fete and Flower Show raises thousands for St Peter’s Church and local groups, with dog show, displays and community awards in Hampshire.

Three-bedroom family home in Laverstoke, Hampshire, on the market for £350,000, with a lounge/diner, garden and allocated parking from Graham & Co.

Mr Malthouse met the Countryside Alliance and National Rural Crime Network in Parliament on Tuesday, September 8, during National Rural Crime Action Week.

Chapel Arts Studios is set to host an exhibition this October.

RARE Productions is holding open auditions for eight to 21-year-olds to appear in the show at The Lights in March 2027.

A fundraising gala is set to launch an awards programme supporting young entrepreneurs.

The number of people relying on disability benefits has reached a record high, with mental health conditions accounting for the biggest share of claims.

Copper Mahal, which opened in Shaws Walk in March 2025, has earned a spot in Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Awards: Best of the Best Restaurants 2026.

The company is consulting 30 members of its curved-rail manufacturing team over possible job losses.

Andover's Deltic Solutions marks 10 years, plans 10 new jobs and expansion after 35% growth, major brand deals and connecting 1,000 EV chargers.

Places Leisure is inviting people to use its facilities at Andover Leisure Centre for free as part of its National Fitness Day campaign.

Celebrity Traitors starts in two weeks and fans are all saying the same thing about participant former Little Mix star Leigh-Anne Pinnock.

Councils that fail to demonstrate effective road maintenance could lose up to a third of their funding.

Winter Fuel Payment recipients soared by 9.6 million to 10.9 million in England and Wales last winter after the Government widened eligibility.

The Government said the feature is designed to be faster and more secure than traditional passwords.

The Prostate Project will visit Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall on September 26, from 11am to 3pm.

Hatherden Ukulele Group (HUGs) will move to Augusta Park Community Centre on October 3, 2026, holding sessions on two Saturday mornings each month.