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Fri, 22 Jul 2022 08:34:45 +0100
Delays on M3 after crash north of Winchester
HEAVY delays are affecting drivers in the Winchester area with a crash on the M3 north of Winchester and emergency roadworks south of the city. The southbound M3 - is closed between Junction 8 at Popham and Junction 9 at Winnall after a lorry overtur...

Fri, 22 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Tradespeople join forces to fix woman’s kitchen after unsatisfactory work
A GROUP of tradespeople and businesses in Andover have come together to renovate a woman’s kitchen.

Fri, 22 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100
MP's column: ‘New PM will have to quickly get to grip with demanding challenges’
I WANT to talk to you about the future leadership of our country.

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 05:04:00 +0100
Andover teen rides to prom in businessman's sports car
AN Andover teenager was in for a life changing experience after he persuaded a local businessman to take him to prom in his sports car.

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 18:00:00 +0100
‘One Ash’ Exhibition in Andover: Everything made with one Ash tree
MORE than thirty local artists have come together to put on an exhibition in Chapel Arts Studios (CAS) based in the Chapel in St Mary's Cemetery, Andover. The exhibition is named ‘One Ash - An Anthology’, which showcases different exhibits by th...

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 16:51:16 +0100
PAPER PREVIEW: Large solar farm given green light
Here's a look at what you can expect from this week's edition of the Advertiser, out Friday (July 22).

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 14:49:38 +0100
Delays on the M3 near Winchester due to emergency roadworks
Delays of over an hour are currently being experienced on the M3 due to emergency roadworks.

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Andover Choral Society perform at the Guildhall in Andover
Andover Choral Society had an enjoyable afternoon singing at the Guildhall in Andover last weekend.

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 14:58:43 +0100
Tesco shoppers issued legal warning as 'Tesco Method' TikTok craze goes viral
Tesco said it is aware of the issue and has implemented a fix which prevents the fraudulent use of this coupon.

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 13:35:15 +0100
Fire service sends warning over bonfire at Andover allotment site on hottest day on record
THE fire service is urging residents not to light bonfires during high temperatures, after they were alerted to a bonfire at an allotment site in Andover on the hottest day on record.

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Police patrolling Overton after anti-social behaviour reports
CRIMINAL damage to cars and anti-social behaviour have been causing problems for villagers in Overton.

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 13:59:07 +0100
Met Office issues yellow thunderstorm warning for Hampshire
A weather warning is in place for Hampshire on Wednesday, July 20 for thunderstorms

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 20:00:00 +0100
Balksbury Federation hosts week-long event with activities and workshops to celebrate STEM subjects
AN ANDOVER school group held a week-long event earlier this month to celebrate STEM subject (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths).

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Primary school catering team scoops three national prizes at prestigious gala dinner
AN ANDOVER school catering team has been honored with three national prizes.

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 16:34:01 +0100
Road closures: seven for Test Valley drivers this week
DRIVERS in and around Test Valley will have seven National Highways road closures to watch out for this week.

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 15:16:34 +0100
Devolution plans for Hampshire put on hold due to PM's resignation
WORK on a devolution plan for Hampshire has been put on hold by Boris Johnson’s resignation.

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Andover Library celebrates 50 years in Chantry Way
ANDOVER library is celebrating its 50th anniversary at its current location this month.

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Andover residents offered chance to stand for town council election as by-election announced in St Mary’s ward 
A BY-ELECTION has been announced in an Andover Town Council ward, with candidate nominations now open.

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 14:39:13 +0100
Asda shares simple fridge trick that could save UK families £60 each month
The average family with children is throwing away a whopping £60 worth of food and drink each month.

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 14:30:27 +0100
McDonald's to launch new rewards scheme allowing customers to get free food
McDonald’s has revealed as revealed it’s to make a major change this week.

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Kit Malthouse MP on why he will not declare who he is backing in Tory leadership contest
ANDOVER’S MP has said he will not be declaring who he is backing in the Conservative leadership election because he wants to listen to all of the debate ahead of making his choice.

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 15:49:33 +0100
Met Office issues yellow weather warning for thunderstorms following period of extreme heat
THE MET Office has issued a yellow weather warning for thunderstorms on Wednesday (July 20) following a period of extreme heat.

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 13:30:30 +0100
Drought warning as Hampshire residents urged to limit water use as River Test levels drop
Southern Water is asking residents to limit water use as the company applies for drought permit.

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Stannah appoints Stoford for new factory at Andover Business Park
COMMERCIAL property developer Stoford has been appointed to deliver the new Andover premises of international stairlift company and lift services' manufacturer, Stannah.

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 22:57:06 +0100
Fire near Stonehenge causes 'stream' of emergency services
A fire has broken out near Stonehenge and is affecting nearby roads.

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 20:00:00 +0100
Family fun awaits as TVBC Four Fun Fridays returns to Andover
Andover’s popular August event is set to return with a jam-packed programme of family friendly activities.

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 13:59:43 +0100
Overton Scarecrow Festival - in pictures
INCREDIBLE scarecrows were on display in Overton, with prizes given out for the best ones over the weekend.

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Youth MP to launch brand new business awards for young people in style of The Apprentice
ANDOVER’S Youth MP is set to launch an exciting new project which will see business-savvy young people across the borough take part in an Apprentice-style contest.

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Andover man prepares for third trip to Poland
AN ANDOVER man is getting ready for his third trip to Poland with food and other essential items to refugees from Ukraine.

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 10:17:02 +0100
PHOTOS: Fun for all the family at Andover Carnival in Vigo Park
THERE was fun for all the family at the return of the Andover Carnival on Sunday (July 17).

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Young adults celebrate return of Jestival at Jacksplace in Sutton Scotney
YOUNG adults at a Sutton Scotney-based hospice their very own festival, Jestival, alongside friends and family earlier this month.

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Winton Academy students praised for help they gave community
STUDENTS from an Andover school have been praised for their help following a “community day”, where they aimed to give back to the community.

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 22:55:13 +0100
Spain issues new travel rules for Brits who catch Covid while abroad
The government urges you to follow local advice at all times to help halt the spread.

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 12:47:44 +0100
UK weather: Warning issued to anyone using a fan to sleep during heatwave
As Brits grapple with sizzling heat attention turns to sleeping, many will opt for a bedside fan to help drift off in boiling temperatures.

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 18:33:50 +0100
GALLERY: 65 photos from the return of the Andover Carnival parade
THOUSANDS of people attended the return of the Andover Carnival on Sunday (July 17).

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 14:03:05 +0100
Kit Malthouse MP chairs Cobra to prepare for extreme heat
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.

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 13:29:00 +0100
Recap: Government declares heat health warning
- 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...

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Wellington primary schools in Tidworth and Ludgershall host summer sports day and picnic - in pictures
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.

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 14:43:24 +0100
Travel review: Shorefield Country Park, New Forest - staycation in Hampshire with beaches, hot tubs and relaxation
There’s nothing quite as luxurious as having a bubbling hot tub at your disposal.

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 12:30:27 +0100
Protests to take place over Hampshire County Council's plans to slash transport funding for disabled children
CHANGES to the county council’s home-to-school transport system will be protested against at the end of this month.

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0100
A jam-packed programme of summer events in store at Andover's Riverside Park
ANDOVER town centre will be bursting with family-friendly events this summer, including the return of the council's popular Four Fun Fridays project.

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 10:43:59 +0100
Overton Wheelbarrow Race return attracts dozens of competitors
AFTER a temporary hiatus, the Overton Wheelbarrow Race returned in force last weekend.

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Andover coffee shop No.78 Speciality Coffee gets a top up thanks to Test Valley Borough Council grant
AN ANDOVER coffee shop has been awarded the second instalment of an Independent Retailer Grant from Test Valley Borough Council.

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Previous Sports Award winner joins list of sponsors for Pride of Andover 2022
ANOTHER town company has joined the list of sponsors of this year's Pride of Andover awards.

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 00:01:00 +0100
ASB Awareness Week 2022 receives support from deputy crime commissioner for Hampshire, Terry Norton
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.

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 16:22:39 +0100
UK weather: Warning issued to anyone using a fan to sleep during heatwave
As Brits grapple with sizzling heat attention turns to sleeping, many will opt for a bedside fan to help drift off in boiling temperatures.

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 15:23:02 +0100
Aldi recalls 'unsafe to eat' product
Aldi has issued a recall on one of its products because of a temperature control issue

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 13:39:24 +0100
BBC TV licence could be replaced by new tax levy - what we know so far
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.

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 13:08:51 +0100
Martin Lewis issues energy bills price hike warning to anyone who pays by direct debit
It comes after Mr Lewis revealed he “feels sick” after sharing the latest predictions for energy prices later this year.

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 13:06:51 +0100
6 household items that keep bugs out of your home
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. 



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