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Thu, 18 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
New Ludgershall market a hit with town residents
Ludgershall has a regular market once again after its debut earlier this month, and has received great feedback from residents.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 17:48:14 +0000
Covid closes Micheldever Primary School
MICHELDEVER Primary School has temporarily closed after a number of Covid cases were reported.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 16:29:36 +0000
Four generations of Andover family fundraise for Ocean Ward
Four generations of the same Andover family are raising money for a children’s ward that saved the life of the newest member of their clan.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 13:32:29 +0000
Enham Trust CEO discusses 100 years of disability support
The CEO of the Enham Trust has paid tribute to staff and residents as he reflects on the centenary of the disabilities’ charity.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 15:34:24 +0000
Perham Down men raise thousands for Kick Start FC
A soldier based at Perham Down has been praised after he and a group of friends took part in an extreme running challenge to raise funds for a Tidworth football club.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 11:01:43 +0000
Picket Piece to get a new One Stop store
A NEW One Stop store is set to open in Lockbridge Road in Picket Piece, according to a planning application submitted by One Stop Stores Ltd.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 10:25:23 +0000
Test Valley Borough Council plans return of artisan market
Artisan markets are returning to Andover’s high street following a hiatus during lockdown.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Harrow Way pupils have digital detox before Covid return
Pupils at an Andover school have taken part in a digital detox as part of their return to the classroom.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 16:39:35 +0000
People warned to be wary of scams ahead of Census Day 2021
From March 22 field census officers will be knocking on doors and helping non-responders with any queries.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 15:46:00 +0000
Hampshire Hero Awards 2021: Nominate your unsung hero
HEARTWARMING stories of sacrifice and support have been flooding into The Andover Advertiser following the launch of the Hampshire Hero Awards.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 11:06:54 +0000
Stalking offences set to hit record high in Hampshire
During the first six months since the coronavirus pandemic hit, stalking was reported six times a day on average across Hampshire.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 16:13:46 +0000
Revealed: Hampshire Pigsty most wish-listed Airbnb home
The Winchester based Airbnb stole the top spot from the more exotic Greek cave in 2020.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 12:51:45 +0000
The best safety apps for people who feel unsafe at night
If you want a little extra peace of mind the next time you are walking alone, there are personal safety apps that can help.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 10:37:19 +0000
ITV looking for contestants to appear on The Cube
Do you think you have what it takes to beat The Cube?

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 16:46:31 +0000
How criminals in Andover kept cannabis farms under wraps
Residents of an Andover suburb found themselves at the middle of a £250,000 drugs bust as police raided a property on King George Road on February 26.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 14:08:17 +0000
What does the integrated defence review mean for Andover?
Plans announced today will see major shake-ups at Army Headquarters in Andover, with further details expected next week.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 14:38:18 +0000
Calls for street light review in wake of Sarah Everard killing
WHAT more is needed to make streets safer for women? Yesterday, in a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Boris Johnson, Chief constables from across the country discussed this question, following the tragic death of Sarah Everard in London.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 11:37:29 +0000
MPs call for M3 Junction 7 warehouse plans to be called in
A group of Hampshire MPs have called on the government to ‘call in’ plans for new warehouses over plans in could put a new hospital “at risk”.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 10:14:55 +0000
Andover Thorntons to remain open after closures announced
Thorntons will still be available in Andover despite the chocolate company closing 61 stores across the county.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 15:25:04 +0000
Iris Andersen is calling on Hampshire County Council to review street lights
AN ANDOVER councillor is sending a plea to Hampshire County Council to reconsider its decision to switch off street lights between 1am and 4am, saying that ‘safety must come before money’.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 12:16:11 +0000
Test Valley expects to recycle more items from 2023
Test Valley residents are soon to be able to recycle a lot more at home following anticipated changes to recycling in Hampshire.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 16:54:10 +0000
New jobs and training helpline launched by The Big Issue
The helpline will be staffed by recruitment professionals and will connect those who are looking for support with their job search to an expert.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 11:29:45 +0000
Areas with the highest number of sexual and violent assaults in Hampshire
An analysis of figures from Hampshire Constabulary reveals the risks that women face, with murder, rape and abuse.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 10:49:31 +0000
Test Valley MP asks Priti Patel to ensure women are heard
A ROMSEY MP has grilled the Home Secretary on whether or not the Government is doing enough to hear the views of women as it responds to the Sarah Everard case.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 16:27:55 +0000
Pet detective claims Hampshire police are not taking dog napping seriously enough
The pet detective claimed Hampshire police are not taking dog napping seriously enough.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 15:57:43 +0000
Zoopla's Rich List reveals Hampshire's most expensive streets
THE annual property rich list, revealing the most expensive streets across the UK, has revealed which Hampshire streets are among the priciest.

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 10:04:52 +0000
Andover MP defends Met police chief and plans for policing bill
ANDOVER’S MP has defended the government’s action on violence against women following the death of Sarah Everard in London.

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 16:42:16 +0000
Town Mills Riverside Park opens in Andover
Residents of Andover and further afield have given a thumbs up to new park in the heart of town after it opened at the weekend.

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 17:40:17 +0000
Andover thatched cottage could become supported living unit
A thatched cottage in Andover could become a supported living institution under plans submitted to Test Valley Borough Council (TVBC).

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
'A journalist has to be the eyes and ears of the public'
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Mon, 15 Mar 2021 13:01:08 +0000
Plans approved for two Chilbolton houses despite opposition
Councillors have passed plans to build two houses in Chilbolton despite concerns of a “phantom study” and “riding roughshod” over the views of residents.

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 16:49:13 +0000
5 England employment law changes coming in April
Changes are being made to certain laws next month from minimum wage to statutory sick pay.

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 16:43:48 +0000
Can I see my family and friends on Easter Bank Holiday 2021?
The 'Stay Home' message is set to change in two weeks’ time, but what will the new rules look like?

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 13:12:49 +0000
Andover Mind receives grant from Pears Foundation
An Andover charity has been awarded thousands of pounds which it will use to employ new mental health workers.

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 10:14:15 +0000
LISTED: The 101 Hampshire areas with the fewest Covid cases
MORE than 100 areas across Hampshire, including Southampton and the New Forest, have recorded fewer than three Covid cases each, according to the latest weekly data.

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 15:12:55 +0000
PM has full confidence in Police chief Dame Cressida Dick
THE Prime Minister has given his backing to Metropolitan Police chief Dame Cressida Dick despite the “very distressing” scenes at a vigil in memory of Sarah Everard.

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 15:01:08 +0000
Six laws all dog owners need to know to avoid getting fined
Here's a round-up of the six laws you should know about if you have or want to get a dog

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 11:16:34 +0000
Channel 4 The Circle: Hampshire father-daughter compete to win £100k
A father-daughter duo from Hampshire will compete in the new series of The Circle.

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 11:46:00 +0000
4 places near Andover to plan a walk when lockdown eases
March 29 will be a significant day in England’s path to post-Covid life.

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 06:45:00 +0000
Celebrating Andover's amazing mums this Mother's Day
AS A WAY of thanking the leading women in our lives, we invited readers to share their messages of gratitude this Mother’s Day.

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 10:00:00 +0000
Five attractions within an hour of Andover for post-lockdown
With Covid restrictions having been in place for almost a year, we’ve spent plenty of time staying local.

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 13:00:00 +0000
Word Up: Have the wheels come off bid to battle obesity?
Last week saw the most conclusive evidence yet of the relationship between high levels of overweight people and death rates from Coronavirus. According to the report by the World Obesity Federation, approximately 2.2 million of the 2.5 million glo...

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 11:00:00 +0000
Letters: Memories of Andover Carnival and search for brother
Andover Carnival

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 10:00:00 +0000
Camera Club's stunning pictures of spring in Andover
After a long dark winter the need for a bit of sunshine and blue skies has never felt greater.

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
The faces of Hampshire's most wanted criminals
A number of suspects and criminals from across Hampshire are still at large.

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Six Hampshire pubs on the market you can buy right now
If you fancy seeing yourself behind your very own bar, here is what could be yours.

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 15:01:00 +0000
Pet of the Week: Perky Patch
OUR Pet of the Week is Patch, this adorable dog.

Sat, 13 Mar 2021 10:05:06 +0000
The flood warnings will remain in place until Monday
THE Environment Agency has issued a flood warning for villages surrounding Andover, asking residents to ‘be prepared’.

Sat, 13 Mar 2021 10:00:00 +0000
Longparish man charged with sexually inciting a child
The latest cases from Basingstoke Magistrates' Court.

Sat, 13 Mar 2021 15:37:00 +0000
The Andover roadworks that will cause delays this month
DRIVERS will face diversion and delays in a few areas near Andover over this month due to various roadworks.



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