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Ukrainian woman joins Rotary after childhood gift transformed Christmas
Aleksandera Pilotti has volunteered with the Rotary organisation at various occasions with her family and friends.
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Road to close for up to 16 days for electric cabling works
The works will be split in two parts and alternative routes for each phase have been published.
Sunday League team launch fundraiser as historic FA Sunday Cup semi-final beckons
Tidworth Town FC, who play in the Andover & District League, sealed their spot in the final four with a commanding 2–0 victory over Squirrel Taverners in Bedford, a result that marked their first-ever progression to the national semi-finals of the competition.
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Trimming of tree in Andover Conservation Area unanimously approved
The Northern Area Planning Committee for Test Valley Borough Council have approved plans for a corkscrew willow tree in a conservation area located in Hurstbourne Tarrant.
Motorbike and chainsaw stolen from home during late-night burglary
Police appeal after Husqvarna TE 250ii bike, Stihl chainsaw and strimmer stolen in Micheldever burglary on London Road, Hampshire. Witnesses urged to call 101.
New grants to help community groups maintain walking and cycling routes
The National Cycle Network spans 12,000 miles of signed paths across the UK, designed for walking, wheeling, and cycling.
'Hampshire does not have the money to maintain its 5,000-mile road network'
Potholes are appearing faster than crews can fill them, and some defects now worsen within hours.
Husband’s fundraiser raises more than £3k in honour of wife living with dementia
A man whose wife has dementia raised more than £3000 at an event for Alzheimer’s Research UK.
'Invasive and sinister' fire chief hid tracker in teddy bear to stalk wife
Ian Crawley, a fire station commander, was sentenced in Basingstoke Magistrates' Court after he stalked his wife with an Apple AirTag in a teddy.
Lord-Lieutenant praises work of young carers during half-term visit
During the visit, where 26 young carers were in attendance, he saw the centre's work in action.
Cycle route linking town centre with residential areas could soon be improved
If approved, the proposals would improve pedestrian and cycle facilities along London Road, Batchelors Barn Road, Acre Path and Vigo Park.
'Let’s hope that the national political noise may jolt some to go to the polls'
Local Government does NOT get the heart racing with only between 40 per cent to 30 per cent of voters coming out.
Three bedroom house described as 'perfect home for family life' on market
A semi-detached house in Andover, with three bedrooms spanning three floors, is listed for offers in the region of £350,000.
Fire cadets volunteer thousands of hours and raise money for charity in 2025
The cadets supported a wide range of events across the region, including national occasions of remembrance and celebrations.
WATCH: Let's Glow lights up War Memorial Park from above
Watch Basingstoke’s War Memorial Park light up for Let’s Glow.
Charity awarded £20,000 to support elderly residents to live independently
The charity helps elderly people, including those who are vulnerable or have limited mobility, to remain independent and live well in their own homes for longer.
County council recognises efforts to boost diversity across county
The report details significant achievements, including the planting of 123,000 trees and the restoration of 230 hectares of chalk grassland at Butser Hill.
Crematorium to host special event this Mother's Day for 'quiet reflection'
Guests will have the opportunity to write personalised messages and tributes on cards and place them in the crematorium’s white memorial post box.
Andover teenager makes semi-final for Miss Teen Great Britain
Andover can now boast its very own rising pageant star - 16-year-old Aurelia May Schoeman has won a place in the semi-finals of Miss Teen Great Britain 2026.
Care home residents have 'huge amount of fun' in Chinese New Year celebrations
Residents, relatives and staff embraced the festivities by dressing up and sampling a spread of Chinese dishes.