THE community is mourning the loss of two great Andoverians who made a marked difference to the town through their respective roles over the course of their lives.

Here's what Manuela had to say this week

An Andover father died after struggling to breath in a snorkelling mask

A Salisbury man has been banned from contacting Andover’s street rangers, or entering Poundland, following an incident on the high street last year.

A DRIVER who travelled from Hampshire to Dorset "for some fresh air" has been handed a fine by police.

A MULTI-MILLION pound project to move Andover Health Centre to a brand new, purpose built wing on the site of Andover War Memorial Hospital has begun.

Hampshire Police are continuing to search for missing Charles Knight, who was last seen leaving his parents' home in Burghclere yesterday.

A CARE home provider of a Basingstoke home where an outbreak of Covid was declared has said it is considering whether staff who have refused a vaccine for non-medical reasons can look after residents.

Test Valley police have warned residents to be wary of courier fraud after two people in their 80s were the victims of an attempt to steal their money.

A Tidworth man has been banned from driving and fined hundreds of pounds after being almost three times the drink drive limit.

ONE lane Eastbound on the A303 has been closed after a road traffic incident occured.

A FORMER Army mechanic who shared child abuse images on social media has avoided a suspended jail sentence.

One of the NHS trusts providing care in Andover has signed up to the Armed Forces Covenant as part steps to improve support for veterans.

A health minister said there is “work in progress”following reports that parents could be asked to test their children at home twice a week.

A brief but dramatic video shows the moment Hampshire police broke up a party held during lockdown.

Amport is something of a hidden gem in Test Valley, with its thatched cottages and village green tucked away from the main roads.

The Duke of Edinburgh has been admitted to hospital after feeling unwell, Buckingham Palace said.

AN ELDERLY man who had been exposed to asbestos in his early life died peacefully with his wife.

Early stage plans for a new 270-home residential project in Whitchurch have been revealed.

Picket Twenty Sports Ground could become a rapid testing centre for Covid under plans announced by the county council.

A CHEEKY toddler needs a forever home as he can't live with his birth parents, an adoption agency has said.

A TEST Valley couple who are accused of neglecting their child will go on trial later this year.

THIS Valentine’s Day, the youngest members of the Whitchurch community made special cards for some of the older people in the area.

Police have appealed for help in locating a missing Basingstoke man who officers are “increasingly concerned” about.

Hairdressers were forced to close once more at the start of the year as part of fresh lockdown restrictions.

The next census will take part on Sunday 21 March 2021, and the ONS is currently hiring at least 30,000 field staff to help with the operation.

An Andover woman who ran a support centre for over three decades has been lauded following her passing away earlier this month.

A father described as “kind and generous” took his own life after losing his job after raising concerns about ‘stressful conditions’ at SSE, an inquest has heard.

A FORMER Labour council candidate has denied sexually abusing a child.

An Andover charity is set to host an online art show at the end of this month to raise funds for a new community building.

Whitchurch Town Council has rejected a controversial application to build nine houses in the conservation area once owned by one of the famous judges of all time, Lord Denning.

Andover Town Council will waive its rights to have certain rights of way marked in town after a suggestion by the Andover Ramblers.

Cases have halved over the latest seven day period.

Tracker’s analysis of how vehicles are stolen shows keyless theft is at an all-time high.

For some people being added to the list it will now mean they will be prioritised for the Covid-19 vaccine.

The thin cake, made with batter and fried in a frying pan is perfect for a range of toppings with lemon juice and sugar the most traditional.

Police are to step up patrols in Andover following an incident in which a man tried to get two teenage girls to get in his car.

A MAN who sexually assaulted a child and took indecent images has pleaded guilty to 24 offences.

Controversial plans to build nine houses in the Whitchurch Conservation Area are set to be considered by the town council tonight, as residents step up their campaign against the plans.

When will lockdown end?

Plans to build a fence that will be over 10m tall at its highest point have raised concerns amongst Tidworth residents.

Villagers in Test Valley have been spreading the love this half-term by organising a lovely surprise for those out for their daily walk.

He may share the same name as one of the men behind the world's most famous spies - but he's found himself on the wrong side of the law.

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Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the system has been operating “smoothly” since it came into force at 4am on Monday.

The US’s top infectious disease expert, Dr Anthony Fauci, has recommended the practise of double masking in the past.

Here though we run through the information given out to patients who receive the Oxford-AstraZeneca coronavirus immunisation.

Everyone needs water for life. It allows us to eat and drink, wash and clean – and so much more. Our customers rely on our services every day. Yet sometimes, they need a little extra help to meet their individual needs or pay their bills. 

Andover is one of the cornerstones of Test Valley, .

An Andover woman has been given a community order after admitting dealing drugs.