THE prison sentences given to two men who bound an elderly woman to her stairs and threw a pillowcase over her head while they ransacked her house will not be changed.

A number of the alleged perpetrators of high street vandalism have been confronted about their actions, Councillor Phil North has said.

An Amport mother with weeks to live passed away following a fall at hospital before doctors discovered she was suffering from a rare form of cancer.

An Andover trainer is among those due to launch a ‘world first’ gym in September as building work continues.

Plans to convert Andover’s former job centre into flats will not be going ahead at present as the developer withdrew its application.

All restrictions will be removed, masks will no longer be legally required and social distancing measures will be scrapped.

TEST Valley moved towards a greener future with a drop in carbon dioxide emissions over the course of a year, figures reveal.

Residents of Over Wallop are set to receive a new sports pavilion and community hub after the parish council’s plans were approved.

Applications have opened for a rare opportunity to join one of Andover's oldest 'families' by applying to live in one of the town's almshouses.

It’s the last chance for Andover residents to have their say on the future of spending in Hampshire as the consultation’s end draws near.

Police in Hampshire dealt with 18 different football related incidents after England lost to Italy in the Euro 2020 final.

Andover’s artisan market returns to the high street this weekend with a range of delectable treats for visitors.

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It was not only the music-buying public of Andover who patronised the shop: DJs, pubs, clubs and juke box operators all made use of Threshold’s collection

HOSPITAL patients in Basingstoke and Andover will be able to watch the Euro 2020 final for free tonight.

THE Red Arrows will fly over parts of Hampshire and Berkshire this evening as they make their way to Wembley ahead of the Euro 2020 final.

Celebrities including Jordan Pickford and Ronnie O’Sullivan have been spotted in the villages of Grateley and Palestine – but not quite as we’re used to them.

There are hopes for new employment in Shipton Bellinger after plans were submitted to allow the opening of a new antiques saleroom.

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WITH England taking on Italy in the final of Euro 2020 tomorrow, the Echo looks back at an occasion when the two teams previously clashed in the Euros.

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An Andover teenager has appealed for help in finding ‘her best friend’ after her pet cockatoo went missing.

An Andover secondary school has asked parents to help identify the perpetrators of a series of alleged incidents of vandalism by youths in the town centre.

Sitting in the heart of Upton is The Crown Inn, a pub which has been a staple of the village for many years. The unassuming exterior may suggest a traditional drinking hole, but it belies something a little out of the ordinary.

Two ‘unsafe’ vestiges of a former railway are to be demolished after being deemed to “pose a safety hazard” to the public.

ALL LOUNGES and Cosy Club across the country will close early tomorrow to allow their staff to watch the final of Euro 2020.

Almost 14, 000 crimes were reported across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight in May.

Strawberries are in peak season meaning the berries will be sweet, juicy and a delicious colour of red.

Police have been left empty-handed after searching woodland following reports of a ‘naked man’ in woodland near Highclere.

A team of estate agents has swapped houses for mountains after heading out on a “gruelling” trek to raise funds for the Andover Foodbank.

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A driver has been hospitalised following a crash in Ludgershall which blocked the main road yesterday afternoon (July 8).

Sixteen-month-old Sidney got most votes and emerged as the winner among 337 pets who we featured in our list of finalists.

Whitchurch’s youngsters have put on a show after creating a range of artworks to decorate the silk mill’s new play area.

A Winton student has raised over £860 towards a defibrillator at his school following support from across the town.

Andover Shooters U8s are hoping to raise £2,000 to buy new kit and equipment for the upcoming season.

A NEW campaign to encourage 1,000 businesses to make at least one climate pledge has been launched by NatWest and Newsquest, publisher of a large number of news brands in print and online across the region.

It comes as the Prime Minister faces increasing pressure to declare an emergency bank holiday of the Three Lions can pull off a historic victory.

Vaccinations in Andover could move to the Chantry Centre as part of plans to reopen The Lights theatre.

Two of the area's MPs give their views on assisted dying, and if it should or should not be legalised.

A WOMAN accused of harassment has had her trial delayed.

AN ANDOVER man has been banned from holding a drivers licence for a month after he admitted not having insurance whilst driving.

An Andover councillor has written to local secondary schools following incidents of alleged vandalism by youths in the town centre.

Andover’s MP, Kit Malthouse, argues end of life choice is the “compassionate” to do as a new assisted dying bill makes its way through parliament.

Tidworth’s MP, Danny Kruger, argues assisted dying should not be legalised as he “cannot imagine a law that would enable assisted dying to be safe.”

Test Valley has given thanks to all those who have worked through the pandemic in a service on Sunday (July 4).

Two Tidworth schools have received £1,000 each to help develop their pupils’ outdoor skills.

Detectives in Andover are on the case of one of their most puzzling mysteries yet -  a mysterious member of the public identified only by their sunglasses.

Earlier this week the government confirmed pubs will be able to stay open later if England were to progress to the final stage of the tournament.