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Community gardens scheme helping with projects in Andover
Community groups are being invited to apply for support.
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'Do we need cheering up, given all that's going on in the world?'
It seems to have stopped raining. Or am I dreaming? BUT I have been able to get on in the garden, do a few bits here and there, including - dare I say it – some planting.
Popular charity shop to reopen TOMORROW after extensive refurbishment
The Blue Cross animal shop will reopen in Andover High Street tomorrow following an extensive refurbishment.
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Man charged with attempted kidnap after trying to force woman into van
A man has been arrested and charged after an attempted kidnapping of a woman in Andover.
Hay fever warning issued for 17m Brits as pollen count set to increase from this week
Millions of Brits have been warned that the tree pollen season is expected to begin this week and will continue for months.
Hampshire based Royal Navy ship intercepts Russian warship
A Hampshire Royal Navy ship, the HMS Tyne, and a helicopter were sent to intercept Russian warships near UK waters.
Padel courts, retail units and Route Coffee Hatch in recent planning applications
This is a summary of Planning Applications received in the Northern Area Planning Office of Test Valley Borough Council for the dates 23rd February to 1st March 2026.
New cafe and food service point proposed for Andover Railway Station
An application has been submitted to transform a part of Andover Railway Station into a small coffee and food service point.
Man, 18, given suspended sentence for 'Alfie' county line offences in Andover
An 18-year-old man who pleaded guilty to county lines drug offences in Andover has been given a suspended sentence.
M3 and M27 weekend road closures that drivers will need to be aware of
Hampshire drivers will need to be aware of a couple of closures on the M3 and M27 for the weekend of March 6 to 8
Residents invited to share feedback on community pharmacies
Residents in Hampshire are being urged to complete the NHS Pharmacy First survey on community pharmacy services.
Community group raises thousands for charity that helps young cancer patients
More than £18,000 was raised by The Walnut Tree Appleshaw Event Committee for Young Lives vs Cancer, their chosen charity of the year.
Hospitality Action, charity cycling event set to return in June
Hospitality Action, the charity that supports people in hospitality through tough times, is delighted to announce the return of its Summer Cycle Challenge.
Students to take on making hair-raising charity effort for Comic Relief
A zip line challenge is helping students raise money for a good cause.
This common mistake could be making your energy bills more expensive
This mistake can result in your heating system having to work harder, which could potentially increase the cost of your energy bills
Big change to refund rules for UK train tickets coming in weeks affecting millions
From April, certain train tickets will now only be refundable up to 11.59pm on the day before they become valid for travel.
How supermarkets and shops are improving in catering for disabled people
Businesses are striving to make things accessible, and whilst I've had to learn to ask, I have also found that so many are willing to change and learn with us.
Borough councillor calls for action over town centre pothole
The hole, on Eastfield Road in Andover, has drawn complaints from Iris Andersen, who described its size and potential danger to the public.
'Down came the rain, but what to do now the sun has come out?'
Rain, rain, rain. With March coming in, do we feel spring in the air?
Opinion: Spring starting is a great time to get out into an allotment
How lovely it is to see that Spring is starting to emerge from the wind and rain of winter