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Popular countryside walking route gets new and wider gate

Fans of a smooch and countryside walks will be glad to read that a new 'kissing gate' has been installed in a Test Valley village.

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Hundreds sign petition to save coffee shop from new parking charges

A woman has started a petition to save her business after new council parking charges threatened it.

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New plans for restaurant at old Barclays Bank revealed

Eagle-eyed townsfolk walking by the former Barclays Bank on the High Street will see a new application to revamp the building.

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Networking event returns to Andover after pandemic break

A networking event is set to return to Andover after a break due to the pandemic.

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Pub holds 'homecoming' event complete with new beer launch to mark landlord's return

Nick Panterlis took over the White Hart Inn in May 2023, after previous landlords Natasha and Andrew Edwards took a step back from the pub

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Concerns for safety and fear of crime over changes to street light hours

A councillor is concerned about an increase in safety issues and crime from changes to street light night hours by Hampshire County Council.

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Woman running London Marathon in honour of 'precious' Nan

A woman from Andover is running the London Marathon to raise money for a Pancreatic Cancer Action charity.

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Top 10 best bluebell woods in Hampshire for a beautiful country walk this spring

These are the top 10 best bluebell woods in Hampshire for a beautiful country walk in 2025.

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Village hall boosts sustainability and accessibility with grant

The grant has also helped to make the hall more accessible and inclusive.

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'Smart and modern' Andover home built in 2020 on the market for £285,000

A semi-detached house in Andover is on the market with a guide price of £285,000.

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5 pets at RSPCA Hampshire who are looking for loving new homes

The RSPCA Solent branch at Stubbington Ark in Hampshire has plenty of pets looking to find new homes

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Garden centre to host free event helping people improve gardening skills

The event will give people of all ages and gardening abilities the chance to learn something new or improve their gardening skills.

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Bingo hall proposals and new homes in latest planning list

This is a summary of planning applications received in the Northern Area Planning Office of Test Valley Borough Council for the week ending Sunday, April 13.

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DWP Universal Credit payment rise delayed for millions of people

Millions of DWP Universal Credit claimants have had their benefit payments increase delayed - despite the payment rates going up from April 7.

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Discontinued Easter treats Brits miss most from Cadbury Egg 'n' Spoon to Weggs

From Nestle's Willy Wonka Weggs to Cadbury Dairy Milk Egg 'n' Spoon Cartons, these are the Easter treats Brits miss the most.

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How often should you cut your grass in spring? Expert shares advice

An expert has shared a guide to cutting grass including how often you should cut your lawn in spring.

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Keir Starmer orders change to pub opening hours ahead of VE Day celebrations

Pubs will be able to stay open until 1am on May 8 to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day, as ordered by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.

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Want to get your garden summer ready? Here's 5 tips from experts

How you can get your garden ready for summer with these items from High Street TV - as well as 5 tips from gardening experts.

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Family house in quiet cul-de-sac on the market for £925,000

The estate agent has highlighted the home's spaciousness, spanning an impressive 2,200 square feet.

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Campaign launched to save world's most endangered zebra

The species is threatened by habitat loss, droughts, competition with livestock and infrastructure development.