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Andover to celebrate cultural diversity with community event
Residents of Andover are invited to a special cultural sharing celebration which aims to to help people connect, learn about, and celebrate different cultures.
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Council approves dog groomers next to cat cafe in Andover
Test Valley Borough Council's Northern Area Planning Committee delivered its unanimous verdict, going with the recommendation to permit the application for the dog groomers at 6 Winchester Street.
The 14 best animal photos submitted by our readers for National Love Your Pet Day
On Thursday, February 20, animal lovers across the country shared photos of their pets to celebrate the national day.
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Jacket potato shop that is proving a hot hit with Andover customers given a boost
A JACKET potato business has been given a boost by the local council as it grows in popularity.
Weekend closure on M3 postponed by National Highways due to weather
National Highways have postponed the work, at Junction 3 Lightwater Interchange, for one week.
Fate of dog groomers next to cat cafe to be decided by council today
Following months of trials and tribulations, TVBC will definitively decide the fate of the application for a dog groomer next door to a cat cafe.
Can I still use old first and second-class stamps? Royal Mail explains what to do
Royal Mail shares if you can still use old first and second-class stamps in the UK - what you can do with them if they don't have a barcode.
Every home in England could have 4 different bins soon under new rules
A significant shift in waste management is on the horizon for England, with expectations set for all households to have four bins by next year.
Government could ban 17-19-year-old drivers from having young passengers
Driving licence changes have been backed by 100,000 drivers as a petition hits a major milestone.
Residents left unhappy at conclusion of Hampshire mineral and waste plan hearings
Public hearings for the proposed Hampshire mineral and waste plan have finished, but residents have been left unhappy after feeling they are not being listened to.
Residents invited to share their views on devolution plans for Hampshire
Residents can now share their views on devolution plans for Hampshire and the Solent, as the government launches a public consultation.
Can I go into my neighbour's garden to fix my fence? The rules explained
Find out whether you can go into your neighbour's garden to fix your fence or if you need to ask for permission.
Andover's Anton Lakes shines in 'Picture of the Week'
Each week, we select one of our favourite images submitted to the Andover Advertiser Camera Club to publish on our letters page.
Andover recycling firm offers support to businesses ahead of new regulations
An Andover recycling company is offering a helping hand to businesses as they prepare for new government regulations aimed at boosting recycling rates.
Hampshire councillors urge government to protect precious chalk streams
This comes after reports that the government has shelved the promised Chalk Stream Recovery Pack, an initiative to safeguard these habitats.
New play area is opened by councillors and Andover girl
Families and children in Smannell Parish are celebrating the opening of a brand-new play area at Stephen’s Field in Little London, Andover.
Andover Wetherspoon's pub scores top marks for hygiene
The John Russell Fox, in Andover, has gained the top rating for its levels of hygiene in the council’s Scores on the Doors programme.
Countess of Brecknock Hospice joins campaign to change perceptions of care
The Countess of Brecknock Hospice is one of more than 143 hospices taking part in the 'This is Hospice Care' campaign, a national initiative.
'I would love for us to get on' - Dog groomer defends plans to open next to cat cafe
A dog groomer has defended her plans to open next to a cat cafe after it was recommended for approval.
Two weekend closures for essential repair work at M3 junction 3
The closures are necessary for the replacement of bridge joints on the east and west bridges.