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Fri, 07 Oct 2022 09:25:47 +0100
War Horse artist unveils Test Valley public art pieces for the Queen
Romsey War Horse artist, Amy Goodman, has unveiled the designs for her new Test Valley public art pieces in honour of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, which are set to be installed next year.

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Test Valley Borough Council's £50k scheme to help those in need
A NEW £50k Cost of Living Grant scheme has been created by Test Valley Borough (TVBC) Council to help organisations that are supporting people who are struggling with rising costs.

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
New Andover councillor signs off on declaration of acceptance of office
A NEWLY-ELECTED councillor signed off on his declaration of acceptance of office at a Town Council meeting last week.

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
PAPER PREVIEW: Merger agreed
AN ANDOVER-based disability trust has completed its merger with a housing association, to allow the charity to draw on the landlord’s resources and protect its future.

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 09:23:03 +0100
Draconid meteor shower: How to see the shower this week
How to see the Draconid meteor shower this weekend.

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 08:37:12 +0100
Blue Cross tips on how to keep your dog safe this Halloween
Blue Cross has shared tips on how to keep your dog safe this Halloween.

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Town Council declares cost-of-living emergency in Andover
ANDOVER Town Council has declared a cost-of-living emergency.

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 18:00:00 +0100
All you need to know as Andover's popular Second Sundays market returns this weekend
Andover’s buzzing monthly market, Second Sundays will return to the High Street this weekend.

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 10:32:39 +0100
Police appeal for witnesses after serious collision on the M3 near Winchester
A COLLISION involving two vehicles on the M3 is causing major delays on roads in and around Winchester.

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 09:31:14 +0100
M3 road users saw delays of up to 60 minutes this morning due to incident between J9 Winnall and J8 Popham
THERE were heavy delays this morning on the M3 between Winnall and Popham due to an incident.

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 17:00:00 +0100
More shops needed in Andover as not everyone can travel
I agree the negative of Andover is the lack of shops now. No M&S. Empty Chantry Centre and so many coffee shops.

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0100
SSAFA charity donates £1,500 to Larkhill Primary School
ARMED Forces charity SSAFA has donated more than a thousand pound towards Larkhill Primary School, which has a large amount of military children attend.

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Andover Riding for the Disabled raises thousands through exciting golf day
A CHARITY organisation whose horses and ponies provide theropy and enjoyment for residents with disabilities have raised thousands.

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Residents invited to Andover town centre to enjoy Andover Christmas Festival
Residents are invited to attend a very special event as the Andover Christmas Festival launches the start of the festive season.

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 10:52:45 +0100
Home Bargains reveals Christmas opening hours change for shoppers
A major High Street chain has announced a significant change to its opening hours ahead of the Christmas period.

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 14:09:25 +0100
Report of rape and assault of 20-year-old man in Andover
OFFICERS have launched an investigation following a report of rape and assault in Andover.

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Naomi House & Jacksplace: 60-year-old runs 60 marathons to raise money
60-YEAR-OLD man runs 60 marathons to raise money for Hampshire based charity, Naomi House and Jacksplace.

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 20:00:00 +0100
Dmitrijs Meiksans wins Future Talent of the Year at Central South Business Awards
A YOUNGSTER from Andover who is the curator behind a multi-media marketing agency has won big as he scoops up the Future Talent of the Year award.

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 16:25:41 +0100
Lidl job vacancies in Hampshire - How to apply amid UK recruitment drive
Lidl is aiming to fill over a thousand new hourly paid roles across the UK including some in Hampshire

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Halloween fun in Andover: Terrifying trail and devilish disco
ANDOVER town centre is set to witness double spooky fun this month for the Halloween.

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 09:32:10 +0100
Andover Police send out warning after fraudulent texts about claiming energy rebates and discounts circulate
FRAUDULENT text messages have been circulating leading Hampshire Police to send out a warning.

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 12:20:46 +0100
Hampshire Constabulary joins the expansion programme for Operation Soteria Bluestone to improve response to rape and sexual offences
HAMPSHIRE Constabulary has joined a national scheme aimed at transforming policing response to rape and serious sexual offences.

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Highclere bungalow extension plans approved following major changes
THE colour of the roof tiles proposed for a bungalow in Highclere left plans in jeopardy.

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Army Flying Museum in Middle Wallop welcomes all to test pilot Q&A
THE Army Flying Museum invites everyone to come along to meet one of their most qualified test pilots as he talks through his career and carries out a Q&A.

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Test Valley Brass Academy Band take centre stage after three-year break
AFTER a three year break due to the pandemic the Test Valley Brass Academy Band have taken to the stage once again.

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 19:12:03 +0100
Ninja air fryer warning to shoppers amid 'unprecedented surge in demand'
Ninja products are selling out fast as would-be air fryer users struggle to get their hands on the latest kitchen craze.

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 19:10:06 +0100
Asda, Tesco and Morrisons drivers issued RAC 'shop around' warning over petrol prices
Mr Williams noted that Morrisons is offering discounted fuel for customers who spend a certain amount of money in store.

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Andover private hire driver refused to pick up blind man and guide dog
AN ANDOVER private hire driver who refused to pick up a passenger and his guide dog has been fined hundreds.

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Longparish wins Hampshire and Isle of Wight Best Small Village award
LONGPARISH is celebrating after it was crowned Hampshire and Isle of Wight’s ‘Best Small Village’.

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 11:25:40 +0100
Five men appear in court following the murder of Frazer Brabant in Basingstoke in 2019
FIVE men charged following the murder of a man in Basingstoke in 2019 have appeared in court.

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 20:00:00 +0100
The Abel Foundation has been given a grant by Test Valley Borough Council
A COMMUNITY event where families can come can come together for a day of entertainment and fun has been given a cash boost.

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 19:22:28 +0100
Newly-wed from Hampshire set to run the world’s most remote gift shop in Antarctica
A NEWLY-WED from Hampshire is about to leave her husband and travel to one of the world's most remotest placest.

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 08:26:15 +0100
Five men charged with murder of Frazer Brabant in Basingstoke
FIVE men have been charged following the murder of a man in Basingstoke in 2019.

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Wetherspoons Andover pub John Russell Fox to host 12-day real ale festival
AN Andover pub is hosting a 12-day real-ale festival - featuring ales brewed using only British-grown varieties.

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0100
SCAS charity support branded 'game changing' after helping at thousands of incidents
SOUTH Central Ambulance Charity's help has been "game changing" thanks to providing emergency medical assistance at almost 7,000 incidents.

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Andover first Vegan Market coined a success as people flock to town
People flocked to the first ever Vegan Market in Andover last weekend.

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
St Mary Bourne: Demolition of home and replacement house given approval
PLANS for a new home in St Mary Bourne have been given the go ahead, despite concerns from residents. 

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 11:14:03 +0100
Highway Code: Drivers could face £1,000 fine for letting ambulances and police cars pass
According to the Highway Code drivers should give way to emergency vehicles using flashing lights, but could still face fines.

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Andover MP comments on Government u-turn on tax rates
ANDOVER'S MP has supported his cabinet colleague's decision following a U-turn on plans to scrap the 45p tax cut for top earners. 

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 17:37:04 +0100
Andover-based disability charity Enham Trust merge with housing association Aster
HOUSING association Aster Group and Andover-based disability charity Enham Trust have confirmed the successful completion of their merger.

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 15:33:27 +0100
Test Valley road closures for motorists to avoid this week
TEST Valley's motorists will have various road closures to avoid nearby on the National Highways network this week.

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 08:50:33 +0100
Dozens have died after contact with Hampshire police in last five years, figures show
Dozens of people have died after contact with Hampshire police in the last five years, new figures show.

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Andover woman caught drink driving in Basingstoke is banned
MAGISTRATES have disqualified an Andover woman who was caught drink driving.

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Seann Walsh brings his Back from the Bed tour to Andover
COMEDIAN Seann Walsh is back at The Lights theatre in Andover to round off his tour.

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Andover mum died of aspiration pneumonia during treatment for head injuries
A DEVOTED wife and mum of four boys from Andover died because of aspiration pneumonia during treatment for head injuries, an inquest heard.

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0100
The Lights theatre celebrates success a year after reopening
A YEAR on since the lifting of lockdown, The Lights theatre has gone from strength to strength.

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 09:59:50 +0100
Hampshire firm Eco Spray Insulations Limited fined £100,000 for targeting residents with 'predatory' marketing calls
AN Eastleigh-based company has been fined £100,000 for targeting people with 'predatory' calls.

Sun, 02 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Mapped: Every crime reported in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight in July
REPORTS of violence and sexual offences were the highest reported in July, according to the latest police data.

Sun, 02 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Andover man, 44, more than three times legal limit banned from driving
AN ANDOVER man who was caught over the drink drive limit has been banned from getting behind the wheel.

Sun, 02 Oct 2022 13:26:43 +0100
Five great autumn walks in the New Forest and Hampshire
IT'S officially autumn and woods across Hampshire are coming alive with a kaleidoscope of colours.



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