This photograph by Charles Wardell, taken about 1967, captures what many remember as the lost essence of Andover’s upper High Street. From the left (only half in shot) was a butcher, a dairy, a tobacconist, a grocer, a wool shop, a decorators’ me...

THOUSANDS of people descended onto the usually quiet fields of Laverstoke Farm for Chris Evans’ CarFest.

The Basingstoke property is currently up for auction with a guide price of £170,000, well under the average UK house price of £256,000.

The council had been in long-standing negotiations with the previous owner, who had let the building fall into despair.

The number of coronavirus cases in Test Valley increased by 73 in the last 24 hours.

Chilbolton villagers are up in arms after their ex-councillor submitted plans to build homes on a smallholding.

The latest Andover cases from Basingstoke Magistrates Court

A spokesman for Hampshire Constabulary told The Advertiser there were “no reports” of such incidents. 

It’s fair to say Hampshire has a number of vibrant and diverse restaurants

James was chosen as the winner after contesting with 24 other toddlers who were nominated for the final of the Child of the Year contest.

The social calendar for September is looking hopeful as Hampshire residents readjust to life without restrictions

Andover’s new vaccination centre opened its doors this week, bringing the fight against Covid into the heart of the town.

One lane of the A303 is closed this morning as police continue to investigate a fatal crash in which three people died last week.

An Andover teenager is hoping to go for gold after only taking up running five years ago.

An Andover charity has thanked residents after raising hundreds of pounds in its latest fundraiser.

A FATHER and son teamed up to steal thousands of pounds worth of power tools from private land across Amesbury and Tidworth to cover utility bills.

Here’s what Cllr Phil North said in his column this week

The man in his 70s was rushed to hospital on Monday (August 30) after a “life-threatening” crash in Andover.

Mia emerged as the winner from a group of 21 adorable babies who were shortlisted for the final.

The Gazette and Advertiser Child of the Year contest’s winner for 10-18 months category is Alfie Stockley, aged 15 months.

August and September are always special months in my family’s and close friends’ calendars with many birthdays to celebrate.

The two-year-old emerged as the winner after contesting along with 15 others from his age category.

The Government’s plan to crackdown on dognappers will see pet abduction becoming a criminal offence.

A new business has launched at Andover market today (September 2) bringing delicious pizzas to the high street.

A man has pleaded guilty to breaking into the home of a Collingbourne Ducis woman and raping her in the 1980s.

An Andover resident has spoken of his “struggle” with the council to get a “jungle” of overgrown plants cleared.

Police in Ludgershall have appealed for witnesses after an alleged attempted theft of a catalytic converter last month.

We are delighted to reveal the winners today from each age category - 0-9 months, 10-18 months, 19-36 months, and 3-6 years.

AN ANDOVER business is hoping to slash emissions from its fleet of vehicles as it trials a new system.

Pencils have been sharpened, lunchboxes retrieved from the back of the cupboard and shoes given a polish.

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BMW’s first generation ‘F33’-series 4 Series Convertible persevered with the neat metal-folding roof that had been used by its direct 3 Series Convertible predecessor. This open-topped ‘4’ aimed to offer a different option to Executive segm...

A mid-sized 7-seat SUV is nothing new but one with a proper full-Hybrid engine that you don't have to plug-in very definitely is. That's what's on offer from Toyota's Highlander Hybrid. Does any car in this class make more sense than this one?

Members of the public have recounted how they helped save a man’s life after a “life-threatening” driving incident earlier this week.

An Andover mum has called for change in the treatment of children’s mental health after “awful” waiting times for her daughter.

An Andover medical practice has celebrated after achieving a “good” rating from the care regulator.

A councillor who was forced to resign after being arrested will not face any charge, police have confirmed.

An Andover woman’s latest novel hopes to inspire people to have a greater respect for carers following her personal experience.

With the new term starting in Hampshire, the county council has set out a number of Covid measures that will be in place for pupils.

Construction of a café and wine tasting area at a farm in Cottonworth can proceed after being given the go-ahead from Test Valley Borough Council (TVBC).

BASINGSTOKE residents are being urged to be vigilant following reports of thefts of high value off-road motorcycles, quad-bikes and ATVs.

Spider mating season is about to begin and people are already starting to spot the giant 15cm long spiders in their houses.

An anti-bullying event aims to get more people to join a pledge to put an end to bullying.

Over 90 care home residents in Andover and the surrounding area died from Covid-19, figures have revealed.

Tributes have been paid to a “wonderful” Hampshire paramedic who passed away at home from an accidental overdose.

An Andover councillor has called on those involved in a car meet to ‘distance themselves from the anti-social element’ after a car was seized by police.

‘Historic’ silos in the heart of Andover are set to be demolished following the approval of a planning application.

Thousands of pounds have been raised for good causes by a village fete, as over 1500 people descended on Goodworth Clatford.

Hopes for a new antiques saleroom in Shipton Bellinger have been dashed after a planning application was refused by Test Valley Borough Council (TVBC).

A CONTROLLING man who beat up his girlfriend, threatened to set light to her hair and held a knife against her throat has been jailed.