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Fri, 24 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Housebuilder sponsors Andover school girls' ‘life-changing adventure' in Borneo
A Hampshire housebuilder has provided two Andover school pupils with £1,000 of sponsorship towards a trip of a lifetime to Borneo.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 09:49:02 +0100
Focus is on making streets safer, says Kit Malthouse
Policing Minister and MP for North West Hampshire Kit Malthouse MP said he is focusing on making the streets safer.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 08:18:53 +0100
Appeal to find Angela Hunt, 49, from Southampton
AN APPEAL has been launched to help find a missing Southampton woman last seen a week ago.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 05:15:00 +0100
Why saving water matters, and some freebies to get you started!
We all love it when the temperature soars, but we wouldn’t love it quite so much if there wasn’t enough water to go around. Discover why saving water matters all year round – and get your hands on some freebies to get you started.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 09:14:14 +0100
Love Island stars Jacques and Luca embrace eBay's pre-loved varsity jacket - Get your own
Recreate Luca and Jacques's varsity jacket look for yourself with these perfect pre-loved options.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 09:14:35 +0100
Gymshark launches new clothing collection with its athlete Whitney Simmons- Shop the range
Gymshark has launched a new collection of gym wear with one of its athletes, Whitney Simmons.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 09:13:50 +0100
Sky reveals new content coming to its channels and NOW in July 2022
Sky has revealed the content coming to its channels and the streaming service NOW for July 2022.

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 19:31:48 +0100
Levelling Up Fund: Borough plans to bid for up £20 million approved
BOROUGH councillors have unanimously voted to approve plans for a bid of up to £20 million from the government’s Levelling Up Fund to ‘accelerate’ the regeneration of Andover town centre.

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 23:10:16 +0100
Police issue appeal after girl robbed by man who took jewellery and designer clothing from child’s pram
POLICE are appealing for witnesses and information after a teenage girl was robbed in Andover.

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 08:39:21 +0100
Connect Aid humanitarian charity opens new shop at former Sainsburys on Bridge Street
A CHARITY which simultaneously supports people facing crises while helping reduce food waste is moving into a former supermarket unit in Andover town centre.

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 13:06:46 +0100
Levelling Up Fund: Special meeting to decide on bid to be held this evening
COUNCILLORS are set to decide whether to apply to the government for a share of its Levelling Up Fund to accelerate planned regeneration of Andover town centre.

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 11:26:48 +0100
Thruxton A303 crash: Police confirm 'no injuries' reported
POLICE have confirmed that no injuries have been reported following a two-car crash near Thruxton on Wednesday evening (June 22).

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Second national award for council’s military community support
WORK to support military personnel, their families and veterans by Test Valley Borough Council has been recognised for the second successive year with a national award.

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 11:04:55 +0100
Applications open for Aster housing association work experience
AN ANDOVER-based housing association has partnered with Springpod to offer its first virtual work experience for those looking to discover what it’s like to work in the housing industry.

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 05:27:00 +0100
Andover Riding for the Disabled celebrates 50th anniversary
AN ANDOVER charity has celebrated its 50th anniversary with a party for its many volunteers and guests.

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 05:26:00 +0100
Yoga teacher to host sixth annual celebration day for charity in Stockbridge
A YOGA teacher is hosting her sixth annual celebration in Stockbridge next month in aid of two charities.

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 14:25:15 +0100
PAPER PREVIEW: Asylum seekers being housed in Andover hotel
Here's a look at what you can expect from this week's edition of the Advertiser, out Friday (June 24).

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 13:00:44 +0100
New McDonald's drive-thru opens at Rownhams services on M27
A new McDonald's has opened today on the outskirts of Southampton.

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 13:17:44 +0100
Bank of England's warning to anyone who uses £20 and £50 notes ahead of September deadline
It is a year since the Bank first issued the polymer £50 banknote featuring Bletchley Park codebreaker and scientist Alan Turing.

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 09:31:00 +0100
The Perfume Shop launches summer sale including Calvin Klein, Paco Rabanne and more
Whether you’re hoping to find a new summer scent or your favourite has ran out, there’s no need to panic.

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 09:30:04 +0100
What's in the Aldi and Lidl middle aisles from Thursday June 23
Take a look at some of the items you'll find in the middle aisles of Aldi and Lidl from Thursday, June 23.

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 09:30:35 +0100
Get Paramount+ for free with Sky Cinema: How to sign up
The new streaming service has officially launched in the UK and you can sign up now.

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 18:05:03 +0100
All lanes cleared on A303 westbound at Thruxton Down
ALL lanes are blocked on the A303 westbound between Thruxton and the A338 Salisbury Road, Cholderton this evening (Wednesday, June 22) due to a road traffic incident.

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 11:40:30 +0100
Junior doctors celebrated in Hampshire during annual Junior Doctors Awards
JUNIOR doctors at Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust have been celebrated for their incredible contribution to patient care at an annual award ceremony.

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 13:05:09 +0100
Soldier dies after collision involving armoured vehicle on Salisbury Plain
A soldier has died after a collision involving an armoured vehicle on Salisbury Plain.

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 11:22:14 +0100
Met Office issues yellow weather warning for thunderstorm in Hampshire on Thursday
THE Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for thunderstorms covering much of the south of England and Wales tomorrow (Thursday, June 23).

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 17:16:48 +0100
New Swedish pet food pop-up shop to open in the Chantry Centre
Andover shoppers can look forward to seeing a new retailer in the Chantry Centre this week as Husse Wessex will take up residence.

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 14:15:16 +0100
Princess Alexandra opens Countess of Brecknock Hospice in Andover
After two years of lockdowns and Covid restrictions, The Countess of Brecknock Hospice in Andover was finally able to celebrate the opening of its new building earlier this week.

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 10:23:39 +0100
Vets issue seasonal warning about deadly blue-green algae risks
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has issued its annual warning to pet owners to take extra precautions when walking dogs around freshwater bodies, as warm weather conditions spark concerns about an increased risk of toxic blue green algae gro...

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 10:38:47 +0100
Citizens Advice Test Valley send out warning and advice following rise in residents being targeted by scammers
A CHARITY which operates in Andover is backing a campaign to warn residents of the dangers of scams after a marked increase in cases across the UK.

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 09:40:33 +0100
Kit Malthouse MP proposes sobriety tags for alcohol related offenders leaving prison
AN MP has said that new legislation mandating sobriety tags for some prison leavers will help to address "booze related crime and violence in Andover.

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 12:05:30 +0100
Tributes paid to former Andover cricket captain Jim Tibenham
Jim Tibenham, who captained the Andover cricket club in the late 1960s, passed away on June 6, just five short of his century.

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 11:18:59 +0100
Stockbridge pub the Greyhound on the Test gets wedding licence
A STOCKBRIDGE pub has been granted a wedding licence.

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 17:30:39 +0100
Is EE down? Problems with data outage, phone signal and what is error 38 - how to fix
EE customers were reporting issues with the service on Wednesday afternoon when mobile signal and data wasn't working. Error 38 is also an issue, here's how you can fix it.

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 17:29:51 +0100
Asda, Tesco, Aldi and Lidl shoppers issued £380 warning as food prices soar
Sales of own-label lines have been boosted as the average food bill now sits at £380.

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 09:13:20 +0100
Shop tents, sleeping bags and all your festival camping essentials from Aldi
Festival season is truly upon us and if you’re set for a summer of camping, overpriced drinks and good music then we’ve got the list for you.

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 09:12:57 +0100
Paramount Plus: What shows are available and when does it launch in the UK?
The new streaming service is launching in the UK with an array of shows.

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 09:12:34 +0100
Nutrimuscle reveals TikTok's most popular recipes of 2022 from Feta Pasta to Pizza Toast
The supplement brand Nutrimuscle has compiled a list of the most popular dishes to take the video app by storm from Feta pasta to Salmon bowls.

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 09:03:01 +0100
Anton Arms named as Andover Advertiser's Pub of The Year
AN ANDOVER watering hole has been crowned ‘pub of the year’ by readers of the Advertiser.

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 10:57:13 +0100
Harrow Way School unveils new student leadership team for upcoming academic year
AN ANDOVER school has unveiled its new student leadership team for the upcoming academic year.

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 10:03:33 +0100
Vernham Dean woman to complete British Legion survival challenge
AN event florist from Vernham Dean is tackling a multi-day survival challenge to raise money for charity.

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 17:54:48 +0100
Hair by Laura set to open new salon on Ludgershall High Street in July
A BUSINESSWOMAN from Ludgershall is set to open a brand new hair and beauty salon in the village centre next month.

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 15:10:18 +0100
Tidworth man fined £666 for driving without licence or insurance
A MAN from Tidworth has been ordered by a court to pay more than £800 after he drove without license or insurance.

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 14:50:59 +0100
Enham Alamein Parish Council raises £5,000 towards Landale Wilson Hall fund
A CHARITY campaign to renovate a ‘community asset’ has had a boost thanks to the efforts of the area’s parish council.

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 10:25:15 +0100
Picket Twenty Co-op apologises to residents after 'recruitment issues' forced it to close early in recent weeks
A SHOP in Andover has apologised to nearby residents after staff shortages have led to early closure on a number of occasions in recent weeks.

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 16:54:35 +0100
Andover pub to organise Pride Day to celebrate LGBT+ culture
The Lardicake Public House in Adelaide Road, Andover, is organising the event on Friday, July 29

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 18:28:06 +0100
New true crime series with local journalists is out on YouTube
A new YouTube channel featuring local newsrooms across the UK is making its debut today with the new Charged - True Crime UK series.

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 09:10:20 +0100
LEGO reveals brand new products ahead of 90th anniversary at LEGO CON 2022
LEGO fans have been treated to a sneak peek of some upcoming products as LEGO kickstart its 90th anniversary celebrations.

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 09:09:11 +0100
The Fragrance Shop launches summer offers with up to 60 percent off designer fragrances
Here's a selection of fragrances that are included in The Fragrance Shop's summer deals.

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 09:09:53 +0100
Pets at Home releases summer range for keeping cool and fun in the sun
Summer is a great time to spend more time outdoors with your pets – here’s how to make sure they have fun in the sun while keeping cool too.



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