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Wed, 08 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Mother fundraising for Young Epilepsy and Shooting Stars hospice in memory of son
A MOTHER is raising funds for two charities in celebration of the life of her 19-year-old son who had severe epilepsy and sadly died in April.

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Andover train station repainted in South Western Railway scheme
ANDOVER train station has gotten a fresh lick of paint this summer as part of a scheme to refurbish a host of rail venues across the county.

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Venture Security scoop ACS Pacesetter award for seventh year
Andover security specialist, Venture Security, has been recognised with a leading industry award for a seventh consecutive year.

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Platinum Jubilee: RH Technical Industries Ltd in Andover plants commemorative tree
AN ANDOVER business has marked the Queen's Platinum Jubilee by planting a tree outside its premises.

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 09:37:32 +0100
Mr Porter launches huge sale on men's designer wear in time for Fathers Day
Update your wardrobe with Mr Porter's huge sale across Men's wear.

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 09:35:20 +0100
Get Father's Day Gifts for under £30 from Moonpig now
Moonpig has a range of perfect presents to get for Father's Day.

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 09:34:53 +0100
Adidas reveals Gucci crossover collection - What to buy from the exciting collaboration
Shop Adidas and Gucci'ss ultimate crossover collection that combines the best of the brands.

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 13:52:27 +0100
Man, 75, jailed for three years for historic sex offences against underage girls
A MAN from Ludgershall has been jailed for three years for historic offences of having sex with underage girls.

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 13:03:38 +0100
Man, 21, charged after 14 cars damaged on one street during crime spree in Tidworth
A 21-year-old man from Tidworth has been charged following a spate of vehicles being damaged in the area in April.

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 17:31:38 +0100
Town councillor says Andover MP's choice to 'back Boris' is an 'insult' to residents
AN Andover councillor has said that the town's MP's decision to back the Prime Minister in last night's vote of no confidence was "shocking", and "insulting to people in our area".

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Soapbox Derby: Inaugural Andover event raises £8k for Andover Mind
THE organisers of the inaugural Soapbox Derby in Andover have presented a cheque for £8,500 to Andover Mind.

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Adelaide Medical Centre: Staff launch healthy lifestyle strategy
STAFF at an Andover medical centre are striving to ‘practice what they preach’ in a bid to encourage residents to make healthier lifestyle choices.

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Paper bubble wrap company to move into £1.3m new building in Andover
THE company which launched 'paper bubble wrap' are set to move to a £1.3million, 88,000 square foot hub in Andover.

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 09:59:42 +0100
Ukrainian refugees: Villages near Andover welcome children into their schools
PRIMARY schools in villages near Andover have been welcoming refugees into their communities following the war in Ukraine.

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
The Pride of Andover Awards welcome Luis Wyatt as new compere for 2022 ceremony
ANDOVER'S annual awards ceremony celebrating otherwise unsung heroes has announced its 2022 compere.

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 15:00:10 +0100
How to get to the Isle of Wight Festival 2022
Ferry and bus routes that will get people to the Isle of Wight Festival 2022

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 09:38:30 +0100
PoundToy releases summer toy bundle with exclusive free gift - How to get yours
PoundToy has released a summer toy bundle that comes with an exclusive free gift.

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 18:06:44 +0100
Father's Day 2022: Hampers from Hotel Chocolat, M&S, Fortnum and Mason and more
Here's a roundup of hampers from Hotel Chocolat, M&S, Fortnum and Mason and more, ideal for Father's Day gifts.

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 09:38:54 +0100
ShopDisney has up to 50 per cent off clothing, accessories and toys
The online retailer is giving Disney fans the chance to grab a bargain.

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 09:37:27 +0100
Zing Cocktails has the perfect gifts for fathers day
If you can't be with your father figure this upcoming fathers day and are worried about what gift to send them in the post, then look no further.

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 17:36:36 +0100
Charlton Road Andover: Formerly derelict property on market after Della Estates makeover
AN ANDOVER couple has completed their renovations on the formerly derelict ‘Jumanji’ property on Charlton Road.

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 10:04:43 +0100
Platinum Jubilee: 194 pictures of Andover street parties
A once-in-a-lifetime event has drawn to a close, after people across the country came together in street parties and community events to mark Her Majesty The Queen’s 70 year reign as monarch.

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 11:46:37 +0100
'I'll be backing Boris': Andover's MP reacts to news that PM to face vote of no confidence
ANDOVER'S MP has confirmed he will be 'backing Boris' as the Prime Minister faces a vote of no confidence later today (Monday, June 6).

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 10:24:53 +0100
People flock to Charlton Leisure Park for jubilee beacon lighting - in pictures
Beacons across Andover were lit up on Thursday night (June 2) to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 08:36:20 +0100
Boris Johnson faces no confidence vote by Tory MPs
Sir Graham Brady said he has received the number of letters from Conservative MPs needed to trigger a vote.

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 21:19:30 +0100
Boris Johnson confidence vote results: PM survives challenge
Boris Johnson survives a confidence vote from Conservative MPs in the wake of Sue Gray’s report into breaches of Covid regulations.

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 14:19:00 +0100
Neighbourhood policing team to hold next drop-in session for residents in the Chantry Centre this week
ANDOVER’S neighbourhood policing team will be holding a public drop-in session in the Chantry Centre on Thursday (June 9).

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 11:33:44 +0100
Crowds descend on castle grounds for the annual Highclere Show
The Highclere Show welcomed in hundreds of happy show-goers at the end of May, bringing lots of sunshine, a programme full of family-inspired entertainment, plenty of sporting qualifiers plus a host of country activities and shopping opportunities.

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 14:07:50 +0100
Community volunteers make sure Vigo Park is clear of litter before and after Jubilee picnic
AN ANDOVER park was kept clean and tidy over the bank holiday weekend thanks to a host of community volunteers.

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 09:48:20 +0100
BMW driver from Andover forced to pay more than £500 for speeding in Dorset
A BMW driver from Andover has been forced to pay more than £500 after speeding in Dorset.

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 18:31:58 +0100
More than 300 monkeypox cases now recorded in the UK
According to the UKHSA, monkeypox does not usually spread easily between people and the overall risk to the UK population remains low.

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 12:37:05 +0100
Senior cadets at a Tidworth school demonstrate life-saving skills
Senior cadets in the Combined Cadet Force (CCF) at The Wellington Academy have been helping the school’s students to learn skills that could save someone’s life.

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 17:56:11 +0100
Movies and TV shows filmed in Hampshire
HAVE you ever been watching something and thought – I know that place?

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 16:16:58 +0100
Luxury Pig hotels and Lime Wood to hold music festivals that are a 'step above the usual' with top acts, outstanding food and excellent customer service
FOUR top acts are set to rock the grounds of four luxury hotels as a multi-venue music festival celebrates music, food and all things good this summer.

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 22:14:26 +0100
Cost of living: Universal Credit claimants to get £650 support
To help with the rising costs, households on certain benefits will receive financial support over the summer.

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 22:13:35 +0100
Spotify Pie Chart: What is it and how to create your own
See how you can make your own Spotify Pie Chart.

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 09:43:12 +0100
Sky Glass reveals 2022 living room trends from smart speakers to open plan living
See the 2022 trends that everyone wants in the living room from smart speakers to an open plan space.

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 09:43:36 +0100
GLOSSYBOX launches June 'Summer Rendezvous' Box – take a look inside
Are you heading for your first trip abroad since the pandemic? Or even heading for a weekend cabin staycation?

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 09:42:48 +0100
Get the Love Island look in your garden with a DIY firepit – how to build your own
If you’d like to get the Love Island look, here’s a DIY firepit you can create in your own back yard, plus some easier options if you want to save time.

Sun, 05 Jun 2022 17:25:36 +0100
Red Arrows display over Hampshire cancelled due to poor visibility
The much-anticipated Red Arrows flypast above Hampshire has been called off due to bad weather.

Sun, 05 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Touching wartime letters are shared at The Haymarket, Basingstoke
RESIDENTS are invited to an evening where “touching”wartime letters will be shared during a historic storytelling show.

Sun, 05 Jun 2022 18:21:00 +0100
ANOTHER weather warning issued for thunderstorms this evening
Following last night's wet weather, the Met Office has issued a further yellow weather warning for thunderstorms tomorrow, including in Hampshire.

Sun, 05 Jun 2022 10:58:31 +0100
Cheapest and most expensive fuel in Andover as prices continue to rise
AS FUEL prices show no sign of coming down, filling up your vehicl is beginning to be a dreaded task.

Sun, 05 Jun 2022 09:49:55 +0100
Recap: Final day of jubilee joy as events continue across Basingstoke and Andover
Hello and welcome to our live blog. We will be bringing you all the latest on the fourth and final day of the Queen's Platinum Jubilee weekend. Hosting an event of your own? Get in touch!

Sun, 05 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
OPINION: Khalid experiences a Friday night with the police in Andover town centre
It’s nine o’clock on Saturday, Bank Holiday weekend. It’s the end of the month; wallets and purses are full. Invited by our Chief Constable to experience policing at first hand I turn up at Andover police station for a night shift, hopefully to...

Sun, 05 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
David Borrett history feature: When Union Street was the home to Andover's police force
This is a view of Union Street taken by Charles Wardell in 1967. In the far distance is East Street, with the top of the street then being used as a car park. The building with the chapel- style windows was the Union Street Hall used by the Brethren,...

Sun, 05 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Further cuts to county council's social care budget branded as "short-sighted"
FURTHER cuts to the council’s social care budget could end up doing more financial harm than good.

Sun, 05 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Apprentice awarded regional accolade recognising his high levels of achievement
A WHITCHURCH man has been named as a Regional Award winner in the JTL Regional Awards.

Sun, 05 Jun 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Endangered stag beetle spotted at Isle of Wight Country Park
The stag beetle is the UK's largest land beetle – and one of its most endangered.

Sun, 05 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Why SPF is so important and why you should wear it daily
Everyone has a skincare routine that works for them, a mix of serums, toners oils and creams that work for you might not work for someone else.



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