FIREFIGHTERS from multiple stations were called upon to tackle a fire at a school in Andover yesterday evening (Thursday, February 25).

Last Sunday, was a grey miserable day with intermittent showers threatening to cascade down on those of us naive enough to walk round the lakes.

FIRE crews were called to a blazing van in a Hampshire village.

A man has been ordered to pay almost £1,500 after dumping nine big bags full of waste by recycling bins outside the Asda supermarket in Andover.

FIREFIGHTERS from multiple stations were called upon to tackle a fire at a school in Andover this evening.

EDUCATION Secretary Gavin Williamson has confirmed to MPs that “no algorithm” will be used for school students’ grades this summer, with the judgment of teachers relied upon instead and any changes made by “human intervention”.

AS WE approach the end of the month, the turn of the season feels closer than ever.

A special needs school in Andover has received nod from Hampshire County Council for a major upgrade after it voted in favour of an investment programme.

The Education Secretary is seeking to avoid a repeat of last year’s fiasco in England following an outcry by pupils.

Here's a look at what you can expect from this week's edition of the Advertise, out Friday (February 26).

Even though during lockdown it can feel like time does not really exist, the clocks are set to go forward in four weeks’ time

KFC has revealed the 500 locations across the UK that are being eyed up as part of their expansion.

The supermarket giant said the restructuring has been driven by the ‘structural shift’ towards online grocery shopping.

The Department for Education has said attendance for all pupils will be mandatory when schools reopen to more children from March 8.

Learner drivers in England have had to put their plans to pass their driving test on hold as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.

DOZENS of rural areas around Hampshire will get upgraded 4G coverage this year after a pledge from the UK's mobile network operators.

Thousands of adults with learning disabilities in west Hampshire will be prioritised for a coronavirus vaccine following new advice from Government advisers.

The Royal Mail has been the target of scammers and fraudsters before, and as such, has compiled helpful advice about staying safe.

School pupils may have to attend summer schools as part of the Government’s multimillion-pound catch-up programme for children in England.

THIS seemingly ordinary house in Hampshire comes with a huge surprise when you enter the back garden.

An Andover man described as a “lethal weapon” at the time of his arrest has been given a suspended sentence after ‘turning his life around’.

Tributes have been paid to an Andover shopkeeper who worked for more than seven decades in the heart of town.

A patch of land between Highlands Road and Winton Chase has caused tension among residents after disagreements over its use.

A Rookwood pupil has been praised online after spreading a little bit of sunshine into the lives of Andover residents.

RESIDENTS in Burghclere and surrounding areas are being asked to check their sheds, outbuildings and gardens as the search for a man missing in the area continues.

Residents at Rothsay Grange care home, in Andover recently enjoyed a beauty day at the home courtesy of the activities coordinators, Irene and Leah, who treated the residents to manicures, pedicures, blow dries and beauty treatments.

The presence of salmonella make these products a health risk and customers are advised to return the product.

The first signs of spring will be felt across Andover this week

Our Pet of the Week is loving Leo - who turns 13 (or 96 in dog years, according to Pedigree) this month.

Live updates as the PM announces the lockdown exit roadmap.

Good afternoon and welcome to our live blog. We will be bringing you updates following reports of partial closure to the B3400 in Whitchurch after a road traffic incident

Two sisters have been ordered to pay over £1,500 after being caught dumping waste in Test Valley.

THIS afternoon, the Prime Minister announced measures for the easing of lockdown restrictions in England.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson is set to unveil today a road map for lifting lockdown restrictions in England with a “cautious” plan that will see families reunited and children returning to schools.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson will announce today his “cautious” four-part plan to lift the coronavirus lockdown, which includes the reopening of schools on March 8.

Earlier today, Boris Johnson told MPs in the House of Commons that schools are set to reopen as part of a wider chain of lockdown lifting measures, providing certain conditions are met.

TODAY Boris Johnson has announced the lockdown exit roadmap, detailing the plans to ease restrictions.

A Tidworth town councillor has resigned after being arrested on suspicion of sexual communication with a child.

Here's what plans to open a mass testing centre at Picket Twenty Sports Ground mean for you

Joining a team of ladies from the Foresters Arms in Andover, our reporter attempts the squat challenge for the Teenage Cancer Trust

A MASS testing programme is to be rolled out across Hampshire this week with a site set up in Andover.

Sainsbury’s was the highest-scoring online supermarket with an overall customer score of 71 per cent.

Hampshire could still be classified as a "hotspot" area for Covid infections by March 8, when schools are set to reopen.

Today Boris Johnson will announce the lockdown exit roadmap, detailing the plans to ease restrictions.

CORONAVIRUS vaccines could reduce chances of hospitalisation by as much as 94 per cent just four weeks after the first dose, new studies suggest.

There have been 140 new Covid cases in Andover in the seven days leading to February 15, government data has revealed.

Cases continue to fall across Andover and the wider Test Valley as vaccinations continue to be delivered.

A SOUTHAMPTON fly-tipper must pay more than £1,000 for dumping waste in Andover.

By Tom Bromley

Boris Johnson has said that all adults in the UK will be offered the first dose of a Covid vaccine by the end of July.