Andover Advertiser

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 03:30:00 +0100
M3 motorway closures Hampshire drivers need to be aware of this weekend
Hampshire drivers will need to be aware of a few closures on the M3 for the weekend of August 7 to 9

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:50:19 +0100
Man arrested after crash forced home evacuations and road closures around Tidworth
Amesbury Police said officers were called to the incident in Station Road shortly after 9 pm.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Town centre arcade offers 10 free gaming sessions for over-50s
High Score Arcade in Andover's Chantry Centre is offering older residents free gaming sessions to tackle loneliness and bring the community together.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Flags on lamp posts should be done properly instead of being at half-mast'
This means that when I see our flag cable tied to lamp posts without permission, I have mixed feelings.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Hair salon helping to celebrate people who inspire others
The award recognises those who lead by example, motivate those around them and inspire others through their actions, determination or positive attitude.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Plans for 900-home expansion spark traffic and countryside concerns
Bellway Homes has lodged an outline bid for up to 900 homes on farmland north of Saxon Way, with 1.5 hectares for community, care or commercial use and 33 hectares of public green space.

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 21:00:00 +0100
Networking event planned at Thruxton Aerodrome ahead of air festival
Hampshire Chamber of Commerce has partnered with the organisers of the inaugural Hampshire Air Festival to host a 'behind-the-scenes' networking event.

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:09:12 +0100
Festival hosting 30,000 people wraps up after 'ridiculously fun' weekend
Camp Bestival has wrapped up another "ridiculously fun and sun-kissed" weekend, welcoming 30,000 people.

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0100
'The NHS has always been there for us, and we should never take it for granted'
My employment was within our National Health Service, and I cannot understand criticism or negative feelings of our NHS.

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Four Fun Fridays celebrating 10th anniversary with packed programme
This year’s theme, Eco Explorers, will take children and their families on a journey through the natural world.

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0100
New brand launched to help homeowners create wildlife-friendly gardens
Central to the launch is Meadow in a Bag, an all-in-one wildflower meadow kit designed for home use.

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:25:51 +0100
Thick smoke over countryside as haystack fire rips across field near Andover
Crews from Basingstoke, Sutton Scotney and Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service were alerted at around 2pm.

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Around 70 jobs at risk as Andover manufacturer set to close
Workers at Control Techniques Dynamics on Walworth Industrial Estate have been told parent firm Nidec plans to close the site and move production to Romania.

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Families encouraged to take advantage of free travel for children this summer
The offer is designed to help families explore the county’s attractions without the expense of fuel or parking.

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Cygnet tangled in fishing line rescued by volunteers at Rooksbury Mill
Wildlife photographer Ian Smith spotted the cygnet at Rooksbury Mill, Andover, trailing about a foot of fishing line from its beak.

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 11:14:05 +0100
Documentary explores case of TikTok user who killed Andover veteran
A new true crime documentary is set to examine a disturbing murder case.

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:31:27 +0100
Road to be temporarily closed for new water connection works
The closure will start on Monday, August 17, and is expected to last no longer than six days.

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:23:01 +0100
Two-day road closure for carriageway works to take place
This temporary closure has been granted by Hampshire County Council to allow the McAllister Group to carry out works on the carriageway.

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Councillors to consider Western Avenue park amid unresolved public inquiry
The Northern Area Planning Committee will consider the non-material changes on Thursday, August 6, covering tree protection and when a key environmental condition must be met.

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Hampshire villagers accuse council of 'sloping shoulders' over new local plan
Fyfield residents who travelled to a recent council meeting said cabinet members brushed off their concerns, blaming national housing targets and government policy.

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 15:31:28 +0100
'Horrific scene': M4 closed as emergency services respond to serious incident
The M4 between Swindon and Newbury remains closed following a serious incident, which onlookers have described as 'horrific'.

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 09:32:06 +0100
UK charity with over 500 stores launches clothes rental service in first for sector
Oxfam is now offering a 14-day fashion rental option allowing people to wear donated clothing without buying it.

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 09:31:30 +0100
Martin Lewis' simple guide to refunds, returns and the 'inviolable' Section 75 rule
Martin Lewis explains when you're entitled to a refund, how online and in-store returns differ and why Section 75 could help if something goes wrong.

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 09:30:16 +0100
European holidays face disruptions and itinerary changes - see those affected
River cruise holidays across Europe are facing disruptions this summer due to low water levels.

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 21:00:00 +0100
Hampshire companies can save money by cutting water use
Southern Water has relaunched its You Save, We’ll Pay scheme, offering businesses a 10 per cent discount on their wholesale water charges.

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 21:00:00 +0100
Have your say on Hampshire policing in live Q&A with PCC Donna Jones
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Donna Jones will host the session on Wednesday, August 12, at 6pm.

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0100
'My creativity just started flowing' - Tattoo artist wins prize at tattoo competition
Jo won the best small colour tattoo at the 2026 Great Western Tattoo Show, an annual convention that takes place at the end of July in the Great Western Railway museum.

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Handmade fairy doors bring magic to riverside walk this summer
Fairy doors and woodland magic are charming families in Amesbury after their recent launch.

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0100
All smiles and fun in new photos from this year's Trout n' About event in Stockbridge
New photos show thousands of people enjoying this year's Trout n' About festival.

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:21:33 +0100
Man in his 60s suffers potentially life-changing injuries in Whitchurch crash
Hampshire Police were called at 10.45 am on Wednesday, August 5, to reports of a crash at the junction of London Road and Lynch Hill Park.

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:37:17 +0100
Patient taken to hospital by air ambulance after Whitchurch incident
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance confirmed that its specialist critical care team was dispatched to the incident on Wednesday, August 5.

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Hundreds attend three-day open-air theatre event by the river
The shows drew audiences into a world of storytelling, circus skills and outdoor adventure.

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Southern Water recovers enough water to fill five Olympic-sized swimming pools
Many of the leaks were underground and repaired within 24 hours of being detected.

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Hundreds take part in colourful forest fun run raising thousands for hospitals
Fundraisers made their way along the countryside course while being showered in eco-friendly paint.

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
13 things to do with the kids in Andover this summer
Here are some activities to keep your children entertained this summer holiday in Andover.

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'He loved life' - Family launches men's mental health charity after son's death
Fred Mitchell, 33, died suddenly on July 12 after years battling ADHD, worsening mental health and addiction.

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 10:06:30 +0100
Disposable BBQs removed from supermarket shelves amid UK wildfire risk
The likes of Asda, Tesco, Sainsbury's and Co-op have removed disposable BBQs from sale amid wildfire risks in the UK

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:45:20 +0100
DWP Universal Credit and State Pension claimants urged to check payment dates
Millions of people claiming Universal Credit, PIP, State Pension, Child Benefit and other DWP benefits could receive their money early this August

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:36:40 +0100
Jet2 issues hand luggage update as new Europe-wide rules are confirmed
Jet2 has confirmed customers will continue to receive 10kg of free hand luggage despite new Europe-wide cabin baggage rules due to come into force in 2027.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 10:14:31 +0100
UK travel company set to close after entering liquidation with all holidays cancelled
All holiday packages with UK travel company Ski Yodl Ltd have been cancelled, with the company set to close after voluntarily entering liquidation.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 21:00:00 +0100
Local Premium Bonds holder wins £1m jackpot prize in August draw
The win makes them the eighth jackpot winner from the region.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Children in Hampshire can travel free by bus throughout August
It offers families the chance to visit a wide range of destinations across Hampshire and beyond.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Pubs serving up pie using beer founded by Jeremy Clarkson
Hawkstone, founded by Jeremy Clarkson and brewed using British ingredients since 2021, aims to highlight the contribution of UK farmers.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Sold-out childhood-themed concert enchants audience and helps young carers
The programme included a delightful array of tunes featuring animals and teddy bears.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:07:59 +0100
Petrol and diesel prices rise across Andover as RAC warns of more increases
Motorists across Andover are continuing to feel the impact of rising fuel prices, with the RAC warning that petrol and diesel costs are expected to increase further in the coming weeks.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Children’s hospice in the running for Medium Charity of the Year award
In the past 11 months, it has supported around 700 families from across central southern England and delivered 400 admissions.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Power solutions company doubling the size of its headquarters
The addition of the neighbouring unit provides the additional capacity needed to accommodate future expansion.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'We’re the proudest little school out there' - Primary marks 60th anniversary
Former pupils, a former headteacher, and a former parent and governor joined current students for a look back through the decades.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Family say both patients 'failed by system' after fatal hospital attack
The family of a Richard Laversuch who was unlawfully killed at a mental health unit in Basingstoke have said both he and his attacker were “failed by the systems.'

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Care home celebrates completion of major refurbishment
The open day showcased the home's transformation, which has revitalised every corner of the building.

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