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Hour-by-hour forecast: Andover as hot as Ibiza at weekend with highs of 22C
Sunshine and fine weather look set for a pleasant weekend to be out and about in Andover. The weekend will be warm, with temperatures reaching the twenties on both afternoons, providing a great chance to enjoy outdoor activities or shopping in
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Dog rescued from flames in Picket Piece house fire
FIREFIGHTERS have rescued a dog at the scene of a house fire in Picket Piece this afternoon (Friday, June 4). Andover and Whitchurch crews were mobilised at 3.08pm to a fire at a property on Mundy Road in Picket Piece, after a caller reported flames
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New awards recognising the best of Test Valley's businesses launched
The Test Valley Business Awards are once again in action and the search has begun for top companies and individual businesspeople across the region. Following a record-breaking 2019, the awards are back for a 17th year. The competition was officially
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Use of tasers by Hampshire Police is on the rise as campaigners call for it to be 'reined in'
THE use of tasers by police in the area has continued to rise in recent years, the Advertiser can reveal. Data recorded by Hampshire Constabulary and seen by the Advertiser shows a trend of increased taser usage since 2013. Instances of a taser
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UK approves use of Covid-19 Pfizer vaccine for children aged 12-15
The Pfizer/BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine has been approved for use for 12 to 15-year-olds, the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency has announced. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has approved the use of
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Charlton woman who raised £140,000 for charity sees legacy continue after death
A Charlton woman who raised hundreds of thousands of pounds over 30 years of volunteering has been honoured by fundraising in her honour. Isabel Colebrook passed away last year at the age of 91, after spending more than three decades working with
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Council votes through contentious extension plans after 'privacy breach' concern
Plans for an extension which neighbours claimed would be “a direct breach of privacy rules” have been passed by Test Valley Borough Council (TVBC). Plans were submitted in October 2020 for an extension for 77 Barlows Lane, which will see a two story
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Pet Idol 2021: Special edition in next week's Advertiser
I am delighted to share that we have been inundated with entries for The Advertiser's first-ever Pet Idol competition - and voting will open next week. We have received hundreds of entries ranging from pampered pooches to glistening goldfishes
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Ribbon cut for new takeaway Fireaway Pizza ahead of schedule in Andover
A new Andover takeaway has opened ahead of schedule as it promises to bring new flavours to residents. Fireaway Pizza, based at 8 Bridge Street, opened yesterday (June 3) with the ribbon cut by St Mary’s Ward councillor for Test Valley Borough Council
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YOUR NHS records are set to be shared on June 23 unless you opt out
A CONTORVERSIAL move from the NHS will see your medical records shared with third parties unless you opt out by June 23. More than 55 million patients in England will have their NHS data, including on mental and sexual health, addiction and abuse
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'It saved my sanity' - How Andover's 'university' survived lockdown
An Andover group supporting those looking to learn new skills in later life is hoping to bounce back from lockdown. The University of the Third Age (U3A) is a national organisation where individuals, generally those who are retired but can be of
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Andover resident accuses binmen of 'refusing' to collect waste
AN ANDOVER resident is accusing binmen of threatening him and his partner, and refusing to empty his bin despite repeated pleas. Alex Meinel, whose house is on Marjoram in Sedge Road also said he had nothing but problems with Test Valley Borough
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Manuela's Column: Hospitality industry needs our support
There is time to be born, and a time to die, a time to plant, reap, cry, heal, laugh, and weep, always a time to love, yes even though times of hate, then a time to think and contemplate thoughts and actions of peace. May was an extraordinary month
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How your fun in the sun can benefit everyone
Now the weather’s getting warmer and people can meet up, you may be looking forward to spending some time outside. Whether you’re enjoying your garden or one of the South East’s many beauty spots – here’s how you can make the most of the outdoors,
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Paper Preview: Andover Advertiser, June 4, 2021
AN ANDOVER student took his life after discovering he had failed his second year at university via email, an inquest has heard. Alex James Hayter’s father Andrew said Nottingham Trent University could have saved his 21-year-old son’s life if they
