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Bungalow shortage 'causing issues' for disabled & older renters

Disabled and older renters are struggling to find suitable properties, with the problem only getting worse, warn experts

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Sunday Times Rich List revealed for 2025 - Who are the wealthiest people in UK?

The billionaire Hinduja family has topped the Sunday Times Rich List for the fourth consecutive year despite a decline in their fortune.

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Passengers warned and refunds issued as voyage cancelled on P&O Cruise's Arvia

P&O has apologised to customers after a 14-night cruise had to be cancelled due to 'operational reasons'.

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The 'adaptable' snake that is the UK's longest and can swim underwater

Find out more about the only snake species native to the UK that can swim underwater, including if it's dangerous, its bite and where it can be found.

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HMRC is reminding parents to apply for a £1,354 boost before key deadline

Child Benefit will automatically stop on August 31 if parents don't apply for it to be extended - here's how

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Andover community group receives boost from councillor grant

A local Andover group that supports fathers and children to spend quality time together has been given a helping hand.

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Tree works galore in latest planning applications

The latest planning applications for Andover and the northern Test Valley are in and there are a lot of tree works this week.

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Business leaders from Central South head to major UK forum to promote region

Business leaders from the Central South are set to represent region at major UK forum.

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Great-grandfather celebrates 86th birthday with special flight over village

An 86-year-old man celebrated his birthday with a special nostalgic flight.

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Pupils come together for VE Day 80th anniversary

The commemorative day concluded with street parties, bringing the school together in a show of gratitude and remembrance.

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Stannah remembers the man who rebuilt the business from the ashes of war

A multinational Andover business would not be here if it were not rebuilt from the ashes of the Second World War.

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Hampshire heritage steamship to make appearance at SailGP event in Portsmouth

Steamship Shieldhall will be making an appearance at the SailGP event in Portsmouth in July 2025

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Shoplifters arrested for stealing booze and hundreds of pounds in clothes

TWO were arrested for shoplifting after stealing booze and hundreds of pounds in clothes.

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Chris’ story: 'Being a soldier was my whole life. Suddenly it was gone'

“The day I turned up for training I remember saying ‘this is where I belong.' The military drove me to achieve, and I was thoroughly enjoying myself."

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Historic estate with mansion owned by former F1 driver up for sale for £58 million

The Laverstoke Park Estate has been put on the market by estate agents Savills and Knight Frank, with a guide price of under £60 million to purchase the 1,835-acre estate.

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LIVE: Trial continues for man accused of killing 'caring and thoughtful' dad

The trial of Justin George Griffith, who has been charged with murder, is expected to begin at Winchester Crown Court on Tuesday, May 6.

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Pubs across the country to stay open longer this summer - but on one condition

Pubs will be allowed to stay open until 1am if England or Wales reach the semi-finals or final of the Women’s Euros in July.

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The best value supermarket lunch deals ranked from cheapest to most expensive

The best value supermarket lunch deals ranked - with options from Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrison's, Co-op, Waitrose and Poundland

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'I can't drive, I'm uninsured': Murder accused's 999 call heard in court

Day 7 of the trial of Justin Griffith, accused of the murder of Sean Ember in Picket Twenty, saw him claim he was uninsured to drive to get defibrillator.

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'We had such a lovely afternoon' - Care home residents enjoy VE Day 80 singalong

George & Ginger, known for their wartime and vintage sets, wore forces uniforms for the occasion.