Don’t panic about our local Test Valley wildlife - there’s a bigger, more comforting picture, if we just stop and think about what’s actually happening.

There are countless other retired people all doing their own bit for our community, so it would be unseemly and churlish for me to write about what I do.

Whether reorganisation eventually proceeds or not, government owes Hampshire's communities a clear statement of intent.

I took my nursing career to Melbourne, Australia. I was mostly working in Monash Medical Centre.

At the most expensive price listed, filling a 50-litre tank with unleaded petrol would cost £85.45.

Former soldier John Gledhill avoided jail after admitting attempted arson, assault and threats against neighbours in Andover; sentence suspended on November 13.

A Hampshire wingsuit pilot is seeking support from the community to help fund his international ambitions.

Buying a second-hand car is a big deal, so I understand why you’re nervous, especially when you’ve heard about things going horribly wrong.

The photo shows a colourful autumn scene in Enham, with fallen leaves carpeting the grass beneath mature trees and rich shades.

Millions of leaseholders are set to gain new powers to challenge unfair service charges.

The Government has set out new State Pension rates for April 2027, with the full new State Pension rising to £250.70 a week and the basic rate to £192.10.

A new petition calls on the Government to scrap any plans to bring forward the increase in the State Pension age to 68, warning that millions of workers could be forced to stay in employment for longer despite declining healthy life expectancy.

Cats can be poisoned by antifreeze on their paws. Find out what to do, the signs to watch for and how to protect pets from rock salt.

In the past three months, shoplifting has accounted for 85.4 per cent of all reported town centre crimes across the two counties.

Two Christmas events will raise money towards equipment and improvements needed to bring Whitchurch Community Swimming Pool back into use.

A new gluten-free dining guide helps people find safe places to eat across Andover and the wider Test Valley.

The commissioner said the funding would help maintain recent improvements in policing.

The leader of Hampshire County Council has ruled out calling for the resignation of a councillor charged with rape. Conservative leader Nick Adams-King has said it was not for his party to call on Cllr George Madgwick to resign after the suspended Re...

Hampshire County Council says David Walliams’ books will remain available in its libraries despite allegations against the children’s author.

Pregnant woman dies after Toyota Aygo crash with Volkswagen Polo on Countess Road, Amesbury, on November 12. Wiltshire Police appeal for dashcam footage.

Home Instead launches a free guide to activities, support groups and local services for older people in Andover, Test Valley, Wiltshire and nearby areas.

Andover Charities seeks new trustees to help shape the future of its almshouses. Community-minded applicants with property, legal or finance skills are welcome.

An attacker who attempted to kidnap a woman has been jailed for more than 10 years.

The special supplement has now appeared in the Andover Advertiser

Andover Advertiser Pub of the Year shortlist revealed, with nine pubs competing. Vote from November 20 to December 4 using newspaper coupons.

Diffuse Salon has opened on Amesbury High Street, specialising in curly hair, lived-in colour and creative transformations.

Hampshire drivers will need to be aware of more closures on the M3 and M27 for the weekend of November 13 to 15.

The Metropolitan Police has launched an investigation into David Walliams after a number of allegations of serious sexual offences

Kanes Foods - which supplied Aldi, Lidl, and Asda with salads, stir-fries, and sauces - has ceased trading after entering administration, with 662 jobs lost.

A 2016 Royal Mint Peter Rabbit 50p coin, from the sought after Beatrix Potter collection, sold on eBay for more than £200

Forecasters have also warned that a weakening polar vortex could increase the chance of cold weather later in November

UK drivers seeing blurred headlights or halos are urged to get an eye test. NHS astigmatism advice and winter night-driving safety tips for motorists explained.

Ann Skelly, Nate Mann and Rory Kinnear are among the cast members of the Killing Eve prequel Honey on the BBC

Microsoft Outlook issues continue on November 13, with users reporting login, email and app problems, while Microsoft 365, Teams and Copilot also face outages.

Occupying the entire second floor, the principal suite provides almost 300 sq ft of accommodation, complete with its own bathroom.

Residents gathered at Andover’s Cenotaph on Armistice Day to remember people who died in conflict.

Entrants were invited to create artwork depicting a British bird, with the winning pieces set to appear in the 2027 Children’s Sustainability Calendar.

Hampshire County Council’s public health team helped shape a chapter on deprivation in the Chief Medical Officer’s annual report.

A community Field of Remembrance in Appleshaw is bringing residents together to honour those who served.

Thousands gathered in Andover for the Remembrance Sunday parade.

Hampshire and Isle of Wight police launch a seven-day Fugitive Team in Fareham to track and arrest high-harm offenders, suspects and prolific criminals.

Pedal power, sponsored swims and a gruelling 26-mile hike helped raise £4,400 for a Hampshire charity supporting adults with learning disabilities.

Visitors gathered for a Concert of Remembrance at an Army museum for a moving tribute to the service and sacrifice of the Armed Forces community.

Andover’s latest musical left the Test Valley Deputy Mayor feeling as if she were watching a West End show.

A new online music therapy programme is helping people with Parkinson's stay active, connected and confident this winter.

Patients are waiting weeks for hospital results because of postal delays, an MP has warned.

Salisbury Journal Pub of the Year shortlist revealed, featuring nine local pubs across Salisbury and Wilton. Voting opens November 19 and closes December 4.

Veolia seeks longer Saturday hours at Andover Waste Transfer Station, Longparish, before bank holidays. Hampshire County Council comments close November 27.

A petition calling for the personal tax-free allowance to rise to £20,000 has passed 30,000 signatures, with its November 14 deadline approaching

HMRC has updated its Child Benefit rates for 2027/28, with millions of parents set to receive higher weekly payments.