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Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000'Operation Scrooge': festive crackdown underway in Andover to keep shoppers safe
Andover and Romsey are the focus of Operation Scrooge, a police campaign launched on December 1 to tackle shoplifting and anti-social behaviour.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +000040,000 Christmas trees land at garden centre chain - including in Andover
All trees are grown sustainably in partnership with Needlefresh, using environmentally managed fields in Scotland.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Charity calls on people to donate presents for patients in hospital at Christmas
The festive trees are decorated with gift tags detailing specific gifts for patients spending Christmas in hospital.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 21:00:00 +0000'Beautifully presented' five-bedroom family home on the market for £750,000
The house is described as 'beautifully presented throughout' and offers a blend of 'generous proportions, flexibility and thoughtfully designed spaces'.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000Adventurer Jordan Wylie MBE nominated for national award
An adventurer has been nominated for a national Outdoor Personality of the Year award.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000Charity given £40,000 to help care leavers transition into adult life
The scheme supports young people leaving care as they transition into adulthood.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000Hampshire village residents vow to fight warehouse plan that will 'blight lives'
A group supported by the Picket Piece Residents Association (PPRA) has been formed to maintain objections to the project, which was put forward by Test Valley Borough Council.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000Festive event to be hosted at artists' studios this weekend
Visitors can see works in progress, meet the artists, and explore their creative processes.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000The budget of contradictions - Kit Malthouse MP's column
Last week’s Budget did not land. It staggered in after weeks of leaks, reversals, mixed messages, and panicked interventions from the Chancellor.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:54:30 +0000Expert's headache warning as it could be a sign of something more serious
Persistent or severe headaches may be a potential warning sign of an underlying health issue, such as meningitis or a stroke
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000'It means the world': Villagers row to raise money for girl's surgery rehabilitation
Overton residents have been rowing to raise money for a six-year-old’s surgery rehabilitation.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Restoration of rare vintage bus ravaged in fire continues
Transported to the Scottish Vintage Bus Museum in Fife six months ago, the bus has seen significant reconstruction progress.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Man fined hundreds for failing to do unpaid work
James Alan Roy McCulloch from Sutton Scotney has been fined hundreds after he breached a community order.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:53:22 +0000Coronation Street and Emmerdale reveal first look at special crossover episode
Coronation Street and Emmerdale have revealed a first look at the ITV soaps' special crossover episode coming in 2026.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:51:22 +0000Millions of pensioners urged to check bank accounts for DWP 6-digit code this month
Nine million pensioners are being urged to check their bank accounts for the payment reference ‘DWP WFP’, alongside their National Insurance number.
Mon, 01 Dec 2025 17:47:51 +0000Stalker who appeared on victim's doorstep on Christmas Day is sentenced
A man from Tidworth has been sentenced for stalking a woman over several months and repeatedly breaching a police warning not to contact her.
Mon, 01 Dec 2025 17:16:25 +0000M&S reveals 7 locations in Hampshire where it wants to build new stores
Marks & Spencer (M&S) has revealed a list of 500 locations across the UK where it wants to build new stores, with 7 in Hampshire
Mon, 01 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000Police to target drink and drug drivers in month-long Operation Limit
Road Policing officers in Hampshire will once again be focusing on drink and drug drivers, as part of an annual campaign to keep roads safe.
Mon, 01 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000Charity announce new round of free yoga sessions in Andover town for 2026
Valley Leisure, a charitable trust in Andover, Hampshire, has created the yoga course to help people improve their mental and physical health.
Mon, 01 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000Andover village performs Christmas light switch-on event at the home of James Saviour
The festive event, organised in the village of Charlton, Andover, by James Saviour was held on Sunday, November 30, and saw a Christmas light switch-on for all the community to enjoy.
Mon, 01 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000Help for Heroes restores veteran Paul’s Christmas spirit
An injured veteran who spent two years isolated in his freezing and dilapidated bedroom has thanked Help for Heroes for life-changing support that helped him start a new chapter.
Mon, 01 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Meet the woman behind Andover company cleaning luxury houses and trauma scenes
First Response Cleaning Solutions, based in Andover, tackles everything from domestic cleans in luxury homes to the most challenging biohazard and trauma cases.
Mon, 01 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000High Score Arcades confirm interest in vacant Chantry Centre unit
High Score Arcades is considering opening one of its free-play amusement venues in Andover, with a planning application submitted to Test Valley Borough Council.
Mon, 01 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000'Six months in hell' - Andover woman speaks of trauma living in temporary home
Linda Hall, 72, was placed in accommodation at Lion Oak Court in Andover after a fire destroyed her former home at Dairy Court in May.
Mon, 01 Dec 2025 12:59:43 +0000Send parcels before this exact day in December to avoid busiest Christmas period
The Post Office has urged people to send their Christmas parcels and cards before December 8 to avoid the busiest day
Mon, 01 Dec 2025 12:58:11 +0000Drivers warned of £5,000 fines for doing this common mistake in December
Drivers are being warned by experts over potential fines and issues through transporting their Christmas trees back home with a car.
Mon, 01 Dec 2025 12:57:05 +0000People told to carry out 10-minute task of 'burping your home' 2 times a day
Here's why ensuring your home is ventilated with fresh air, particularly during winter when you may be tempted to keep them shut, is important.
Mon, 01 Dec 2025 12:44:20 +0000La Voix to make Strictly return after withdrawing from 2025 series due to injury
La Voix has revealed she will be making her Strictly Come Dancing return via the 2026 Live Arena Tour, after withdrawing from the 2025 TV series due to injury.
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000Diabetes care programme wins national award for improving patient health
The programme was created in response to the Covid-19 pandemic and combines digital tools with face-to-face support.
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000Festive Elf on the Shelf trail to delight families at historic silk mill
Children can explore the mill and search for hand-knitted elves hidden among the looms during the 90-minute trail.
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000The art hub inside the Chantry Centre flourishing with creations from Andover artists
At the heart of this creative movement is Unity Art Studio, based in Andover’s Chantry Centre, a project that began as a personal vision and has since flourished into a community hub.
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000Thousands of patients now using pharmacies as first point of contact
The Pharmacy First scheme is designed to improve access to care for minor conditions and reduce pressure on GP services.
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 10:41:06 +0000Hampshire Police Christmas Toy Appeal collects more than 1,500 toys for kids in need
Hampshire Police have purchased hundreds of presents for less fortunate children as part of its annual Christmas Toy Appeal.
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Much-loved village shop and post office celebrate 21 years under same proprietors
Time and Leslie Francis, proprietors of Enham Shop and Post Office, located in Enham Alamein, are celebrating 21 years of being in the role.
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000British intelligence officer from Hampshire played crucial role in Second World War
Norman Denning, a British intelligence officer from one of Hampshire’s most talented families, played a crucial role in determining the fate of thousands of Allied seamen during World War Two.
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Carol and memorial service offering comfort to those missing loved ones
During the service, visitors will be able to write personal messages on tags to hang on the crematorium’s Christmas tree.
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Friendly 11-year-old cat with 'love of cuddles' looking for its forever home
Max, an 11-year-old black and white cat, seeks a loving home via RSPCA Basingstoke and Andover Branch. Adopt or foster. Applicants must live within 30 miles of Basingstoke.
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Andover Advertiser Camera Club capture November in colours and textures
From autumnal scenes to glorious birds, the Andover Advertiser Camera Club members have been busy this month,
Sat, 29 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000Opinion: 'A happy, hopeful, Christmas season in Andover'
Last weekend saw the turning on of the Andover Christmas Lights, and the semi-official declaration of the Christmas season.
Sat, 29 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000School pupils help plant trees at Bury Hill Meadows to create community woodland
Since 2012, the charity has been working to ensure that every child in Andover has the opportunity to connect with nature through tree planting.
Sat, 29 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000Footpath to be closed for up to two months for duct laying works
The works will be carried out by Circet UK and the closure will be in operation 24 hours a day.
Sat, 29 Nov 2025 16:23:39 +0000'I love it': All smiles as Overton comes together for Christmas market
Despite a wet start, there were smiles and good cheer at the Overton Christmas Market.
Sat, 29 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000Free Christmas event in Hampshire to Neverland magic to life
P20 Resident Events, a non-profit organisation, has organised a "Christmas in Neverland" event held at the P20 Pavillion.
Sat, 29 Nov 2025 09:46:59 +0000RECAP: A303 reopens after crash causes oil spillage near Thruxton
The A303 is closed near Thruxton after a crash on Saturday morning
Sat, 29 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Film club seeking memories of cinemas to mark special anniversary
A local film club is seeking memories of Andover's cinemas to mark a special anniversary.
Sat, 29 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Glassblowing demonstrations among experiences at open studios event
Glassblowing demonstrations will be among the experiences on offer at an upcoming Open Studios event.
Sat, 29 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000County council joins global initiative to combat domestic abuse
The 16 Days of Activism initiative seeks to combat harmful attitudes and create safer communities.
Sat, 29 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Zoo transformed into glowing winter wonderland
A zoo has been transformed into a glowing winter wonderland.
Sat, 29 Nov 2025 09:32:41 +0000EastEnders to air special episode for the first time in show's history
BBC EastEnders has confirmed it will be airing a flashforward episode for its New Year special.
Fri, 28 Nov 2025 03:30:00 +0000M3 and M27 closures for Hampshire drivers to be aware of this weekend
Hampshire drivers will need to be aware of a couple of closures on the M3 and M27 for the weekend of November 28 to 30