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Wed, 15 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Andover United Reformed Church prepares to close its doors next month
Andover’s oldest church is set to close its doors for good next month as dwindling congregation numbers have made it unviable.

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 09:02:22 +0100
Test Valley recycling: Borough council proposes major changes from 2024
HOUSEHOLDS across Test Valley could be set to benefit from the total transformation of local recycling services, with the introduction of brand new weekly food waste collections, as well as kerbside glass and thin plastic collections.

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Councillor plans to build ‘ball wall’ in Andover to address ‘boredom’ and anti-social behaviour
AN ANDOVER councillor is hoping to introduce a new piece of leisure equipment to the town to promote mental and physical health - as well as tackle the ongoing issue of anti-social behaviour.

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 09:27:04 +0100
Strictly Come Dancing co-stars marry in fairytale wedding at luxury Hampshire hotel
Strictly Come Dancing star Karen Hauer walked down the aisle in a "fairytale dress" to marry "the love of my life" Jordan Wyn-Jones during an intimate countryside ceremony.

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 08:50:23 +0100
Penton Mewsey Parish Council unveils village sign
A VILLAGE near Andover has unveiled its brand new sign, which incorporates the area's specifically designed logo.

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Army Flying Museum gets a makeover from volunteers from UK Power Network Services
Power workers have transformed the grounds of the Army Flying Museum in Middle Wallop.

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 09:42:28 +0100
Portway Junior School pupils host joint celebrations as the Queen and the school both mark 70 year milestones
AN ANDOVER school marked its 70 year anniversary alongside Her Majesty the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Andover drug driver forced to pay more than £300 after being caught above legal limit
AN ANDOVER man has been fined more than £200 for drug driving in Ludgershall with more than the legal limit of a cannabinoid in his system.

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 07:01:08 +0100
Teachers' warning for secondary school students
The findings have been published by the education charity Teach First, which said that a “postcode lottery” around careers education was ripe for change.

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 09:08:48 +0100
Get the Love Island pre-loved looks from the eBay Shimmer and Shine party
The party's theme was ‘Shimmer and Shine’ which saw the Islanders get glitzed up in sequin dresses, glitter mini skirts, chainmail tops and shiny bomber jackets.

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 09:08:17 +0100
BrewDog and Quorn team up to create new limited-edition beer - How to buy
The beer has been made in mind to be an accompaniment to a meat-free burger

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 09:07:54 +0100
Revolution Beauty launch exclusive Love Island make up collection - Shop the range
The tropical-themed makeup collection is inspired by the endless summers of love in the villa and will transport makeup lovers and Love Island mega fans straight to the villa.

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 18:27:03 +0100
Journalist spots Test Valley Borough Council waste bin in Ukraine
AN INTERNATIONAL correspondent was caught by surprise last week when he spotted a Test Valley Borough Council waste bin more than a thousand miles from its home - in Ukraine.

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 13:49:39 +0100
Portway Junior School headteacher Tim Deery on retiring after 15 years in role
THE headteacher of an Andover school has said he is preparing for a ‘really hard goodbye' as he gets ready to retire at the end of the term following 15 years at the helm.

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 10:05:09 +0100
Rooting for Andover community garden officially opened for residents to enjoy
The grand opening of the Poppy Community Garden in Augusta Park took place at the weekend.

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 11:15:11 +0100
Harrow Way School eco club joins national Bring Out Change environment scheme
ECO warriors from an Andover secondary school have entered into a national environmental pilot programme.

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 14:28:47 +0100
Andover weekend weather forecast predicts sunny skies turning into rain
THE temperature in Andover is expected to reach highs of 28C as the UK braces for another summer heat wave.

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 11:37:57 +0100
Pride of Andover Awards 2022 officially begin with launch event at the Gin Palace
The highly-anticipated Pride of Andover Awards 2022 officially launched on Saturday (June 11).

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 15:18:23 +0100
Andover woman, 51, must pay nearly £1k for failing to verify that waste collector was ‘authorised’
AN ANDOVER woman has been forced to pay nearly a thousand pounds by a court after she ‘failed to take all measure available’ to ensure that a transfer of household waste was to ‘authorised transport’

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 11:07:16 +0100
Test Valley Borough Council hosts information event in Andover ahead of 2023 elections
THE borough council is hosting a series of 'Be a Councillor' events, aimed at providing residents the information they need to stand for election next year.

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 20:31:49 +0100
Warning to Whatsapp users over Heineken Father's Day scam
The scam competition offers people the chance to win a cooler of beer in time for Sunday.

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 11:58:04 +0100
Primary school pupils get to grips with British values in a series of workshops
Pupils at primary schools in Ludgershall and Tidworth have been learning how by adopting British values they can make a positive contribution to society.

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 09:20:54 +0100
Red Letter Days reveals theatre experiences from MAMMA MIA! to Mary Poppins
Red Letter Days has revealed ten theatre experiences worthy of the spotlight - How to book your seats.

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 23:27:29 +0100
DVSA makes major driving test change in June that could cost you money
The change will affect people trying to make cancellations just a few days before their test

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 22:55:17 +0100
Met Office issues heat health alerts across England – what does this mean?
The Met Office has issued level 2 and level 1 heat warnings across England as temperatures are set to increase this week.

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 20:40:36 +0100
UK parents issued warning as Giant Hogweed leaves child with second degree burns
Giant Hogweed is a common plant found along hedgerows in the UK and the sap from the plant can cause burns to dogs and humans.

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 20:30:59 +0100
Teachers' warning for Year 6 students set to start secondary school
Most teachers said they thought Year 6 pupils would not be socially or emotionally ready to start secondary school

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 09:20:27 +0100
Father’s Day: Find the perfect gift at Aldi from whisky, fragrances and more
Whether they are the BBQ master, love some self-care or some affordable gadgets, Aldi has everything you need to treat your loved one this Father’s Day.

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 09:19:54 +0100
ShopDisney has the perfect Star Wars Fathers Day gifts
Get the Star Wars fan in your life the perfect gift from ShopDisney.

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 07:15:25 +0100
Lizzo announces new version of 'Grrrls' due to ableist lyric
The 34-year-old singer has faced backlash against the lyric since the song was released on June 10

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 15:08:46 +0100
Hollywood stars Scarlett Johansson and Sienna Miller pictured shooting film scenes in tiny Hampshire village
HOLLYWOOD stars descended on to a tiny Hampshire hamlet to shoot scenes for a new film.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 12:17:58 +0100
Former Thomas Cook travel agents set to become arts and community centre
A FORMER travel agents will be transformed into an arts and community centre, if planning permission is approved.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 17:51:31 +0100
Aster Foundation pledges over 1,000 hours of volunteering support to local communities
A CHARITY will be making a difference to local communities with over 1,000 hours of volunteering pledged by its supporters and beneficiaries.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 15:47:46 +0100
Andover Homemakers Club donates last of funds to Countess of Brecknock's Hospice Trust
SOCIAL club which has recently shut down donates last of funds to hospice.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 08:12:37 +0100
Wordle 359 June 13: Wordle word hints and today's answer
Hints and answer for today's Wordle.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 18:08:27 +0100
Strawberry Supermoon : How to see June full moon in Hampshire tomorrow
The Strawberry Supermoon is the last supermoon of the year – here’s how to see it in Hampshire.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Less than one per cent of complaints against Hampshire police lead to misconduct proceedings
Less than one per cent of complaints about Hampshire police officers over one year led to misconduct action, new figures show.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 08:10:26 +0100
What the Highway Code says about dog walkers and cyclists
In our self-serving society the rhetoric is strong, but the proof is in actions, not words. We all believe we have the right to take precedence: I have a friend who works hard, pays taxes yet is aghast that he should have to wait behind others who do...

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 15:02:34 +0100
Walt Disney Resort launches new package for 2023 as USA lifts Covid testing
Now is the time to book your next getaway to the states, and Disney World Resort

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 09:09:28 +0100
Father's Day gift ideas from Superdrug including aftershave, skincare and more
Here's a roundup of Father's Day gifts you can find at Superdrug.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 09:06:15 +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.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 08:11:32 +0100
BBC Dragons' Den and Channel 4 The Intern star Hilary Devey dies aged 65
The Bolton-born entrepreneur passed away in Morocco on Saturday after a long illness, her PR agent confirmed on Sunday.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 07:15:14 +0100
Prince Andrew ‘banned from public parts' of service
The Duke of York was apparently keen to appear at the Garter Day service after missing the Platinum Jubilee

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
David Borrett history feature: History of an iconic set of houses in Andover
This photograph of Wellington Terrace in South Street was taken by Charles Wardell in 1967.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Latest planning applications submitted to Test Valley Borough Council
This is a summary of Planning Applications received in the Northern Area Planning Office of Test Valley Borough Council for the week ending 10th June 2022. Any comments should be sent to the Planning Office, Beech Hurst, Weyhill Road, Andover, SP10 3...

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Thirty new residents welcomed in special British Citizenship ceremony
HAMPSHIRE has welcomed 30 new residents during a special British Citizenship ceremony.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Videos giving an insight into child exploitation to be shown in schools across Hampshire
VIDEOS giving an insight into the world of county lines and child exploitation will be shown in schools across Hampshire.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
World Allergy Week: Our reporter's experience of living with Anaphylaxis
I have lived with life-threatening allergies my whole life.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance experiences 'busiest month of year so far'
MEDICAL emergency service Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance (HIOWAA) has seen a rise in the number of incidents it responds to - experiencing its ‘busiest month’ of the year so far in May.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Overton Parish Council announce new Live Well Longer service to help older people
A new service has been announced for older people living in Overton.



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