A MAJOR road in Andover is being blocked following a crash on Friday.

RESIDENTS of Andover have been left frustrated by a lack of train services direct to London.

ANDOVER charity, Purple Oak Support, will be receiving a special tree from The Queen's Green Canopy (QGC) "Tree of Trees" as a thank you for all their hard work.

CALLS are being made for a train operator to improve its service to Andover after it has reduced its timetable.

An Insulate Britain supporter from Hampshire has been arrested outside Parliament after protesters glued themselves to the road.

One worker at the tranquil fishing site said Melvin was 'running around playing' during the afternoon and was a 'happy little boy'.

HUNDREDS of thousands of people who are at risk of COVID have come forward in Hampshire to get the autumn booster ahead of winter.

KIT Malthouse MP has joined students from a Kimpton primary school for an assembly on online safety.

AN Andover-based community garden group has won an RHS award for their newly established Poppy Garden in Augusta Park.

RESIDENTS in Andover and Basingstoke have been invited to a winter wonderland in a garden centre in Weyhill.

Swimmers from Andover Swimming and Water Club were in action last weekend on home territory against swimmers from Godalming and WeyValley swim clubs.

A PAIR of primary schools have welcomed a “play expert” to bring the magic of childhood to their students.

AN Andover man has been left frustrated after being evicted from his allotment by the town council.

A FLYTIPPER from Andover has been banned from driving and will have his van destroyed after being prosecuted by Wiltshire Council.

POLICE are asking Andover residents to stay alert following an increased number of reports of purse thefts.

A COUPLE has been left delighted after their book shop in Andover has been shortlisted for a publishing industry award.

A 1960s variety show covering all your favourite artists and paying special tribute to The Beatles and The Rolling Stones, heads to The Lights in Andover this November.

Purple Day, the annual fundraising event in Andover raised over £500 last month.

HOUSEHOLDS across the UK where people are in receipt of benefits are set to receive a second cost of living payment next month.

As part of the plans, M&S will open 100 new Simply Food outlets across the UK.

MPs have called for the pre-existing May 1 bank holiday to be moved back a week for a three-day weekend.

The Greggs App is available to download now for both IOS and Android users and is free to sign up to

Netflix has come under fire over a “cruel” and “tasteless” upcoming scene in the new series of The Crown, weeks after the late monarch’s funeral.

The Pride of Andover Awards 2022 finalist have been announced for this year’s upcoming event.

THREE upcoming road closures that are set to take place that you should be aware of in Test Valley.

A TEMPORARY bridge built on A303 to minimise the impact of construction works on motorists and residents is set to be removed.

STAFF at a care home close to Andover dressed up in their best fancy dress outfits to celebrate a very special coffee morning.

A Lotto ticket-holder is yet to claim their £5 million jackpot prize a week on from the draw.

THREE ambulance trusts across the south coast are facing strike action as workers are prepared to walk out over 'poverty pay'.

Donkeys and a flock of inflatable chickens lined up for the start of a fun run aimed at inspiring healthy lifestyles on Saturday October 8.

HOUSING association Aster Group, has recently recruited two new plumbing apprentices including one in Andover, helping to kickstart their careers in the industry.

A COMEDIAN is set to bring his new show to The Lights in Andover.

A PRIMARY school in Ludgershall has announced the identities of its new head and deputy head pupils.

The prime suspect in the disappearance of Madeleine McCann has been charged with several sexual offences allegedly committed in Portugal between 2000 and 2017, German prosecutors have said.

Police who are looking for television presenter Katie Piper’s acid attacker believe he may have left the country in August.

Residents have been urged to undertake a survey on proposals to make it easier for people to walk and cycle to and from Andover rail station.​

The Crown Inn, in Upton, has recognised by Tripadvisor as a 2022 Travellers' Choice award winner for restaurants

ANDOVER dog trainer revealed as a finalist for prestige award after opening his dog training business last year in memory of his beloved labrador.

A HORSE in Whitchurch was left injured after it was chased by a dog.

A CRAFT fair is coming to Andover this October, with all proceeds going to a young persons charity.

A MUCH-LOVED father who died after a tree hit his van during Storm Eunice in Hampshire was sent to work despite the weather warning, an inquest heard.

Katie Piper's acid attacker is on the run after prison recall for breaching his license conditions.

WESSEX Cancer Trust is looking for volunteers to support its free cancer wellbeing sessions at the Wellington Centre in Andover.

As part of Newsquest's cost of living campaign, we will be bringing you tips to support small businesses.

TWO men have been bailed with conditions as the investigation continues into the rape of a man in Andover.

RESIDENTS are invited to quickstep over to The Lights for Strictly Dance classes.

AN Andover Takeaway has promised to improve after receiving a one-out-of-five food hygiene rating.

THREE gym owners in Hampshire held Jiu Jitsu seminars during September that people attended by paying in items of food to be donated to local food banks.

This photograph, around 1910, of the Borough Arms is carefully posed.

A PRIMARY school in Ludgershall has introduced a therapy dog to help support its students.