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Hampshire village shop and tearoom celebrates ten years under ownership
Chilbolton Village Shop and Tearoom, owned by Nicky Bond, has been at the heart of the community since she and her husband Andy took over in 2015.
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Costa Coffee kiosk at Andover bus station closed
The Costa Coffee kiosk at Andover Bus Station stopped trading on December 2, 2025, the company confirmed the closure.
Man who broke into a building to steal copper wire is jailed
Nelu Teodore Dobre, 47, of Bruce Street in Leicester, was found guilty of burglary and sentenced to 12 months in prison at Winchester Crown Court on Wednesday, December 17.
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Thousands of child protection concerns made to NSPCC during Christmas period
NSPCC will respond to thousands of child protection concerns during the Christmas countdown and right through the festive period.
Plan to build 400 homes in Hampshire village sparks objections
Developers, Croudace Homes Ltd, submitted the plans to Test Valley Borough Council on Friday, November 28, to build 400 homes in Picket Twenty, a village on the outskirts of Andover.
Shopkeeper raises £3,618 for Hampshire village school
Vinothkumar Kandasamy, owner of the Family Shopper store in Hurstbourne Tarrant, supported Hurstbourne Tarrant Primary School's Christmas raffle for the seventh consecutive year.
Care provider supports school pupils during tree-planting session
The session introduced children to the importance of woodlands in supporting wildlife.
M3 and M27 closures for Hampshire drivers to be aware of this weekend
Hampshire drivers will need to be aware of a couple of closures on the M3 and M27 for the weekend of December 19 to 21
Semi-detached home in 'highly sought-after' development listed at £250,000
The listing states the home may be suited to first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors who want a low-maintenance home.
PCC urges young people to watch Channel 4 documentary on coercive control
The documentary explores how controlling behaviour can begin subtly in relationships before escalating into full abuse.
Southern Co-op will open 67 of its stores on Christmas Day
The stores will open for a limited period on Thursday, December 25 to offer communities access to essential items.
New ambulance group to appoint senior leadership roles
A new Ambulance Group, uniting South Central and South East Coast trusts, is recruiting a chair and chief executive. SCAS and SEC leaders to stay on.
Royal Mail, Evri, DPD and Parcelforce Christmas 2025 posting deadlines revealed
Royal Mail, Evri, DPD and Parcelforce have shared their latest recommended posting dates for your post to arrive in time for Christmas
3 energy firms confirm they will cut £150 off all bills in the new year
Three energy firms have now publicly confirmed that fixed deals customers will automatically get the £150 Budget savings.
Met Office gives UK White Christmas verdict in early forecast
The Met Office has shared an early forecast, revealing whether the UK could have snow and a white Christmas.
'Stop using immediately': Electric blanket from B&Q recalled due to fire risk
A product recall has been issued for the B&Q GoodHome Saturnia Electric Blanket as it contains a component that may overheat, leading to a risk of fire or electric shock.
‘Please help a young person with cancer this Christmas’ with the Teenage Cancer Trust
Newsquest editor Nigel Burton makes a special plea on behalf of our charity of the year.
Primary school in Andover to become part of multi-academy trust this Easter
Endeavour Primary School in Andover will become part of the Inspire Learning Partnership, a trust based in Waterside and Southampton, following approval from its governing body.
'Lucky to be around Andover when Christmas lights are shining'
I selflessly ventured out to see just how good Andover is at bringing joy at Christmas, and the answer is we are bloomin’ brilliant!
Christmas miracle reunites brothers 81 years after one 'abandoned' in WW2 chaos
The spirit of Christmas delivered a life-changing gift John Moore when he was reunited with his brother.