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Andover students take inspiration from trainees working at an aerospace company
A TEAM of trainees who work at an aerospace company visited a Test Valley museum to educate students. Staff from Leonardo in Yeovil attended a recent STEM (science, technology, engineering, maths) day at the Army Flying Museum in Middle Wallop.
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'I have not seen a postman in the close where I live for well over a week'
SORRY for another letter about the appalling service we have to put up with from Royal Mail or rather lack of any service. I am waiting on letters that I know were posted two weeks ago and have still not received! Another urgent small package
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PICTURES: Fifty years ago this week when Queen Elizabeth II visited Tidworth
Fifty years ago this week, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II visited Tidworth. She arrived on Friday, December 7 to visit the Royal Welsh Fusiliers and met with the soldiers, observed some baked goods and met a goat. Enjoy these photos of our
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Off the grid sauna launches on private lake offering cold water therapy
A ‘WILD but special’ experience has launched in the Test Valley countryside, inviting people to enjoy a Scandinavian pastime. Jo Caley, alongside her partner Jon Grobler, launched The Fallen Willow Sauna, in Cottonworth in September and has so
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See inside Santa's Grotto at Andover Clothing Exchange's Festive Fun Day
SEE inside Santa's Grotto, as Andover Clothing Exchange hold a festive event. Andover Clothing Exchange (A.C.E.) opened up Santa's Grotto for a special 'Festive Fun Day' - their annual Christmas-themed charity event on Sunday, December 10.
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Doctor Who fans ‘cherish’ final moments with David Tennant as the Doctor
Doctor Who fans were treated to the final instalment of the programme’s three anniversary specials tonight (December 9). The BBC show is celebrating its 60th anniversary and David Tennant has returned as the Doctor in three episodes. The final
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See the Strictly Come Dancing scores and leaderboard for semi-final week
The remaining celebrity contestants on Strictly Come Dancing performed again tonight (December 9) and the results are in. This week was the semi-final of the dancing competition and the celebrities attempted to secure their place in the final.
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Stephen Fry feels 'self-conscious' without walking stick after breaking many bones
Stephen Fry has said going out without his walking stick makes him feel ‘self-conscious’. The 66-year-old actor, comedian and presenter has been using a walking stick since his recovery from a fall in September. Fry fell off a stage following
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Final campmate leaves I'm A Celebrity ahead of the 2023 final
The 2023 series of I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! is due to end very soon and, in tonight’s (December 9) episode, the seventh celebrity was voted off the show. Campmates are being voted out of the jungle by the public ahead of the final which
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Rare 20p coin sells for more than £100 - how to spot if you have one
Everyone is being encouraged to check their change, their wallets and down the back of their sofas after a rare 20p coin sold for almost 600 times its face value. The 20p piece is a “mule” coin dating from 2008 and was minted without a date on
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Dog owners warned of ‘poisonous’ festive food as rescue dog eats 8 mince pies
Dog owners are being urged to keep an eye on their pets this year when it comes to the safety of Christmas food after one couple's festive nightmare came true. The warning comes after a loveable rescue dog thought Christmas had come early – when
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I compared Quality Street, Roses & more - this missing chocolate ruined Christmas
This year might be the first time I have been able to secure all the classic tubs of chocolate for Christmas and I’m not ashamed to admit it might have made my year. I’m always far too late to every supermarket and end up coming home with a “luxury
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Do I need a TV Licence to watch Netflix? Rules explained
Almost everyone who watches live television must obtain a TV Licence to do so, however many of us have purchased a TV Licence when we don't need one. Every household in the UK is legally required to have a TV licence if they watch or record live
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Walkers 'disappoints' fans confirming they have stopped making another crisp flavour
Walkers have revealed they have stopped making another product from their range of crisps. The crisp giant is responsible for a range of products including Quavers, Wotsits, Monster Munch, Squares and Bugles as well as their various ranges like
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David Borrett: St Ann's House in Andover before it was demolished
FOR many people, this view of St Ann’s House, in Suffolk Road, will be such a familiar sight, that it is strange to think it is no longer there; but it was demolished a few years ago and replaced with a new complex of flats and houses better suited
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Thousands raised to honour 'loving' station cat as fundraiser reaches target
THOUSANDS of pounds has been raised to erect a life-size statue of a 'loving and gentle' cat which lived at Andover railway station. As previously reported, Jess lived at the station for 13 years after being abandoned by its previous owners who
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Andover death notices and funeral announcements from the Advertiser
The Andover Advertiser published nine death notices last week. Every week, the Advertiser publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in print, our death notice
