Fact or Fiction? How Much Choice Does a Town really have over its shops?
Can towns like Andover really choose their shops? We separate fact from fiction and explain why cafes, vape shops and charity shops keep appearing.
Unwrapped a Drone for Christmas? The New Rules in January Might Catch You Out
New UK drone rules come into force from 1 January. Andover and Hampshire residents are urged to check ID and test requirements before flying drones received at Christmas.
Christmas Travel Warning: Major Changes for Andover Rail Passengers
If you are planning to take the train from Andover this Christmas, please be aware that there will be big changes to the schedule.
First Look – Andover’s X Cube Opens Saturday with a UK First and a Global Twist
If you stroll down Bridge Street this week, you might miss a bit of quiet history happening inside Valley Leisure’s building. Andover is now home to the very first X Cube in the UK.
Alex McGarry Celebrates Second Year as Hawk Conservancy Artist in Residence
The Hawk Conservancy Trust held an event on Thursday evening (4th December) to celebrate artist Alex McGarry’s second year as their Artist in Residence. Guests came to see her latest work and recognise the partnership.
Pennies Andover Loses Facebook Followers and Asks for Local Support
Pennies Haberdashery, one of Andover’s most distinctive independent shops, is asking local people for support after losing its Facebook following without warning.
Porch Piracy On The Rise Across Local Estates As Christmas Approaches
As Christmas approaches and more people rely on online shopping, there has been a steady increase in reports of deliveries disappearing soon after they arrive.
Councillors Visit Hexagon Car Park to Discuss Parking and School Run Problems
On the morning of Tuesday 5 November, Hampshire County Councillor Phil North and Test Valley Borough Councillor Zilliah Brooks met with Councillor Mark Farren and local residents at the Hexagon car park to discuss ongoing issues around parking and the school run.
Want a Better Andover? It Starts With How We Talk About It
What’s the first thing people see when they search for Andover online? We all use the internet to look up places, and that first impression really matters. If all a person finds are complaints or bad news, that’s the only picture they’ll have of our town. This online story is often the first, and sometimes only, one people see.
Hampshire Hosepipe Ban is Over
Southern Water has lifted the hosepipe ban for homes in Hampshire. The ban started more than three months ago. It was needed after a long spell of very dry weather.