COMMERCIAL property developer Stoford has been appointed to deliver the new Andover premises of international stairlift company and lift services' manufacturer, Stannah.

YOUNG adults at a Sutton Scotney-based hospice their very own festival, Jestival, alongside friends and family earlier this month.

STUDENTS from an Andover school have been praised for their help following a “community day”, where they aimed to give back to the community.

- The Met Office has warned that people’s lives could be at risk as it indicated it is likely that a new UK record temperature could be set early next week. - A Hampshire school has told parents that it will not be opening on Monday and Tuesday - T...

THOUSANDS of people attended the return of the Andover Carnival on Sunday (July 17).

ANDOVER’S MP has said that a ‘constructive’ Cobra  meeting at the weekend has meant the country is ‘in good shape’ to face the unprecedented temperatures of this week.

PUPILS at primary schools in Tidworth and Ludgershall enjoyed a fun filled day as they both celebrated the end of term with sports days and a mass picnic.

There’s nothing quite as luxurious as having a bubbling hot tub at your disposal.

CHANGES to the county council’s home-to-school transport system will be protested against at the end of this month.

ANDOVER town centre will be bursting with family-friendly events this summer, including the return of the council's popular Four Fun Fridays project.

AFTER a temporary hiatus, the Overton Wheelbarrow Race returned in force last weekend.

AN ANDOVER coffee shop has been awarded the second instalment of an Independent Retailer Grant from Test Valley Borough Council.

ANOTHER town company has joined the list of sponsors of this year's Pride of Andover awards.

Deputy police and crime commissioner, Terry Norton, has joined the national campaign to tackle anti-social behaviour (ASB) and keep people in Hampshire and on the Isle of Wight safe.

As Brits grapple with sizzling heat attention turns to sleeping, many will opt for a bedside fan to help drift off in boiling temperatures.

Aldi has issued a recall on one of its products because of a temperature control issue

It comes after Nadine Dorries announced in January that the licence fee will be frozen at £159 for the next two years until April 2024.

It comes after Mr Lewis revealed he “feels sick” after sharing the latest predictions for energy prices later this year.

And although having the windows open lets houses feel cooler, it also seems to act as an open invite for some pesky bugs and creepy crawlers. 

FOUR schools in Hampshire have announced that they will be closed next week.

HAMPSHIRE Firefighters were called to an incident at Overton Scarecrow Festival.

A NEW shop offering a range of popular drinks which opened up in Andover’s shopping centre earlier this month is launching its full menu from Monday, July 18.

THE M3 has been closed by police while they deal with an incident.

AN ANDOVER man has been handed a community order after stealing fragrances from a shop in the town on several occasions.

The latest data from the government department reveals that in April 2022 average house prices in Hampshire reached £370,057.

Police have made an arrest and he's due in court in London.

RESIDENTS have an opportunity to watch fast cars race wheel-to-wheel as the British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) comes to Thruxton.

The Met Office extreme heat weather warning has come into effect - find out what to expect in this hour-by hour forecast.

PUPILS from secondary schools across Hampshire were inspired by farming as they got stuck in at a working farm.

Since 1948, the estate house has been the Wolversdene Club, now much extended, and a popular local venue.

New legislation, backed by the government today will ban employers from withholding tips from their staff.

A NEW night club is opening in Andover Town soon.

HEALTH leaders are urging the public to take sensible steps to keep themselves and others safe this weekend amid sustained pressures on local services.

AFTER a three-year break, the much-awaited Andover Carnival is back on Sunday, July 17 at Vigo Park.

Driving ban

AN ALLOTMENT holder has called for the town council to rethink its ‘archaic’ policies after he was sent an eviction notice just days after questioning its spending.

I was wondering if anyone had any information, pictures or snippets from local magazines about this visit by the Dark Lord, in the 80s and in our beloved Andover?

FED up with feeling unwelcome and judged at mother and baby classes, a mum from Hampshire has set up her own - and is inviting parents to join her as she launches in two new locations.

Summer in Hampshire is finally here and one of the best ways to cool down is to treat yourself to an ice cream. We asked our readers where the best place to pick up an ice cream is in Andover.

RISING Covid-19 infection rates mean councils should reconsider going back to virtual meetings, a top councillor has said.

ONE LANE has been blocked on the A34 at Burghclere on Friday afternoon (July 15) due to a road traffic incident.

A CAMPAIGNER calling on the Government to introduce a registration plate requirement for e-scooters has voiced his support for an Andover family.

A ‘HUGE’ solar farm will be constructed on farmland near Andover after councillors gave plans for a more than 75-hectare project the green light.

AN ANDOVER driver has been disqualified after failing to provide a breath test.

AN ANDOVER teenager, who fought off a 10-foot crocodile during an attack in Africa, has reached the final 10 for an Act of Courage award.

An off-duty Hampshire Police officer who dragged an injured and violent man off a busy motorway carriage, saving his life, attended The National Police Bravery Awards yesterday evening.

July’s Artisan Market will be taking up residence for a little longer than usual this month, with traders pitching up in the High Street on Sunday, July 17 from 10am until 6pm.

A MOBILE service has been set up to respond quickly when people fall in a bid to save trips to hospital for elderly and frail people.

The UK Health Security Agency has announced who will be eligible for Covid-19 booster jab this Autumn.

Passengers are being urged to check the airlines’ rules on medication before travelling or they could be denied boarding.