Andover Advertiser

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:42:04 +0100
Road closed for hours after major diesel spill near Salisbury Hill
Motorists are being urged to avoid the B3084 after a large diesel spill forced a road closure on Tuesday, April 14, morning.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Residents encouraged to share views on sports ground upgrades
TVBC is hosting a series of community engagement sessions at the Picket Twenty Sports Pavilion to gather opinions on a proposed 2G artificial grass pitch

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Amesbury illuminated blue to raise money for Parkinson's disease
Amesbury councillor Phil Gorman helped light businesses and the high street blue to celebrate World Parkinson's Day on April 11.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Plans lodged to demolish old industrial site to make way for 23 new homes
The outline application to Test Valley Borough Council seeks to build up to 23 residential homes with access, parking and open space.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:23:43 +0100
Drivers warned they face £1,000 DVLA fines and penalty points if they do not act
These are the key driving licence changes that must be reported to the DVLA

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 21:00:00 +0100
'Why are councils so keen to push planning schemes through now?'
It’s about the need for new housing and how the current local councils in and around where we live are trying to cope.

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
'It still feels a bit surreal': New coffee hatch opens at Andover Station
Run by 23-year-old local entrepreneur Rhys Saville, Route Coffee Hatch officially opened its doors on Monday, April 13, at the Andover train station after months of preparation.

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
New record store to join annual nationwide music celebration
A record store is joining this year’s Record Store Day celebrations.

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Salon nominated for Hairdresser of the Year 2026 says 'honoured and grateful'
Talking Heads, based on Weyhill Road in Andover, has been shortlisted for Hairdresser of the Year 2026

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
New Covid-19 vaccination programme in Hampshire to protect the most vulnerable
The Covid-19 vaccination programme is now underway across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, running from April 13 to June 30.

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
The Danebury Practice launches as Andover’s first private GP surgery
The clinic, The Danebury Practice, is led by local GP and aesthetic doctor Dr Rome Candy, who has spent around a decade working in Andover and the surrounding area.

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
All candidates standing in Hampshire County Council election
The names of all candidates in the Hampshire County Council elections on May 7 have been published

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Andover man denies killing mum but admits drug offences as trial to go ahead
Sashin Vishay Kumardew, 31, of Burkal Drive, appeared at Winchester Crown Court on Friday, April 10, where he pleaded not guilty to the murder of Anjela Chetty.

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Previously refused plans for 130 new homes and country park approved after appeal
Previously refused plans for 130 new homes and a country park in Overton, Basingstoke, have been approved after appeal.

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:01:29 +0100
Hampshire village that's the most expensive in Britain among poshest for 2026
Beaulieu, which is near the New Forest in Hampshire, was named among Britain's poshest villages for 2026 according to The Telegraph

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:30:48 +0100
How to spot the Royal Mint coin selling for more than 500 times its face value
The 1982 Royal Mint 20p coin has sold for more than £100 because of a possible error when it was minted.

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:30:04 +0100
Martin Lewis explains why dog owners face bills but cat owners often do not
Martin Lewis explains why dog owners can be liable for damage while cat owners often are not and what it means for your insurance.

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:29:24 +0100
The two-minute check that could save holidaymakers £100s this summer
These three quick checks could save you hundreds of pounds when travelling abroad this summer

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:28:45 +0100
When to watch Emmerdale and Coronation Street this week amid schedule shake-up
ITV soaps Emmerdale and Corrie will see a schedule change this week - here's what will change.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 23:03:53 +0100
A303 reopens after 33‑hour closure following four‑car crash
The A303 Westbound has re-opened following a two-day closure due to a four-car crash.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
World Cup trophy visits primary school and inspires young players
The Women’s Rugby World Cup trophy has inspired young players during a special stop on its national tour.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
New healthcare recruitment company launches in town
A new healthcare recruitment company has launched in Andover with plans to expand into providing care directly in people’s homes within the next six months.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Football club fundraising event to feature live music and family activities
A charity-filled day of football, music and family entertainment is set to take over Foxcotte Park later this month as Andover New Street Youth FC prepares to host a major fundraising event.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 13:57:18 +0100
Elderly woman seriously injured and two others hurt in four-car crash
An 82-year-old woman has suffered serious injuries in a four-car crash on the A303 near Thruxton. Police appeal for witnesses; investigation ongoing.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 12:15:27 +0100
Road closed until further notice after crash causes eight hours of traffic
A crash on the A303 Westbound near Andover has left the carriageway closed in one direction until further notice.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Salon marks first year in business with Hairdresser of the Year nomination
ALR Hair Studio on High Street is one of nine finalists in the Andover Advertiser’s Hairdresser of the Year 2026 competition.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
GP surgery urges people to take up bowel cancer screening
Screening is offered to help detect bowel cancer at an early stage, when treatment is more likely to be effective.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Only one out of more than 150 home burglary cases in the Test Valley solved last year
One of the 159 home burglaries in the Test Valley, including Andover and Romsey, in 2025 were solved by police.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
400 homes proposed for former paper mill site
Overton residents have been invited to have their say on a proposed development of 400 homes on the former Overton Paper Mill and water treatment site.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Easter Bunny flies in to visit children, young adults and families at hospices
The Easter Bunny was flown in by the Gazelle Squadron Display Team, who handed out Easter eggs during a day of fun organised by the care team.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Familiar face announced as compère for community awards ceremony
The Pride of Andover Awards celebrates the people, groups and organisations who make Andover a vibrant, supportive and inspiring place to live.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Major employer calls for action to tackle one of the biggest risks to workers
According to the Health and Safety Executive, 17 per cent of workplace injuries result from handling, lifting or carrying activities

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 13:28:05 +0100
LIVE: A303 re-opens after two day closure following four-car crash
Three people have been injured after a crash on the A303 Westbound on April 11. The road is closed near Andover after the crash and should be re-opening soon. Live updates as we gain more information.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
New Forest to be protected by specialist with funding help from borough council
At a cabinet committee meeting held in Crosfield Hall on Wednesday, April 8, councillors considered a report setting out how more homes in Test Valley will mean more people visiting the New Forest.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
'Every street has its own story' - Independent estate agent celebrates one year
AN independent estate agent is celebrating his first year in business after leaving the high street to launch his own venture with the aim of "doing things differently."

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 09:42:24 +0100
Idyllic Hampshire beach with huts and café worth a visit
Calshot beach forms part of a mile-long shingle spit which reaches out into the mouth of Southampton Water.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Grieving mothers to run half marathon for charity helping bereaved families
Both mothers received support from the Hampshire Hospitals Charity following the deaths of their children.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Dramatic night-time shot of the A303 is our Picture of the Week
The photo shows a dramatic night-time scene of the A303, captured with a long exposure that transforms passing traffic into sweeping ribbons of light.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
7-year-old boy takes on epic mountain climbing challenge for kids charity
A seven-year-old boy has taken on one of the UK’s toughest outdoor challenges in a show of resilience

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Tesco, Morrisons, Sainsbury's and more issue 'do not eat' warnings as food recalled
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued several “do not eat” warnings on food sold at major UK supermarkets including Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Morrisons

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0100
Travel experts issues warning about this common holiday mistake
One pilot-approved viral hack that uses an AirTag to help avoid lost luggage could in fact have the opposite effect

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 10:16:06 +0100
Martin Lewis warns couples to check this simple thing before it’s too late
Martin Lewis warns couples about a hidden financial risk that could cause problems later plus the simple habit that can help avoid it.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 10:46:56 +0100
Ex-BBC presenter jailed for child sexual abuse back behind bars
Ex-BBC and ITV presenter Peter Rowell back behind bars

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 03:30:00 +0100
M3 and M27 weekend road closures Hampshire drivers will need to be aware of
Hampshire drivers will need to be aware of a couple of closures on the M3 and M27 for the weekend of April 10 to 12

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 21:00:00 +0100
Three-bed terraced home with summer house in garden on market for £357,500
A terraced house that was originally a show house for a new development is on the market.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Opinion: 'Graffiti is a blight on our lovely town'
It is upsetting to see what has been happening in the Vigo Road underpass, where there is a seating area.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
PCC welcomes reforms to allow victims more time to challenge lenient sentences
The current 28-day limit will be extended to six months, allowing victims and families more time to request that a sentence be reconsidered.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Record number of new ambulances rolled out across Hampshire
A record number of new and replacement ambulances have been rolled out across Hampshire in a major boost to frontline care.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:58:21 +0100
Police stop 10-year-old riding e-scooter on 50mph road
A 10-year-old child has been stopped by police after riding an e-scooter along a 50mph stretch of road.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
'We’re blessed with fabulous wildlife - so do your bit to prevent roadkill'
It’s not scientific, I know, but I’ve noticed animals scampering out of roadside hedges, only to draw to an abrupt halt before giving me the evil eye.

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