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Cllr Chris Donnelly, Hampshire County Councillor, Andover West, with UK central governemnet

Local government

Councillor argues why Test Valley residents will be 'completely outvoted' under plans

LIVE: A303 at a standstill as fire engine blocks traffic

LIVE: A303 at a standstill as fire engine blocks traffic

RECAP: Fire engine brings A303 traffic to standstill as crews tackle lorry blaze

The World Street Party will return on Bank Holiday Monday.

The World Street Party will return on Bank Holiday Monday.

Town centre to be 'bursting' with free, family friendly events this summer

The future Andover Community Club has been secured thanks to Valley Leisure Ltd.

The future Andover Community Club has been secured thanks to Valley Leisure Ltd.

Clubs and societies

Future of local 'lifeline' for older adults secured by charitable trust

Polling station

Polling station

Hampshire Devolution

Mayor elections will take place next year in Hampshire, government confirms

Oakland Road in Whitchurch shuts for up to 11 days

Oakland Road in Whitchurch shuts for up to 11 days

Road closed for up to 11 days for repair works to take place

Participants will wear fancy dress to take part in the race.

Participants will wear fancy dress to take part in the race.

Village gearing up for night of wheelbarrow racing and costumes for charity

LIVE: Five vehicle crash causes delays and standstill traffic on M3

LIVE: Five vehicle crash causes delays and standstill traffic on M3

RECAP: Five-vehicle crash on M3 causes standstill traffic

Brown was sentenced at Basingstoke Magistrates' Court.

Brown was sentenced at Basingstoke Magistrates' Court.

Basingstoke Magistrates Court

Driver, 66, disqualified after being caught over the alcohol limit in car park

Location, Location, Location presenters Phil and Kirstie.

Location, Location, Location presenters Phil and Kirstie.

House hunters in Hampshire wanted for Channel 4 show

Post Office users have reported issued with the service this afternoon

Post Office users have reported issued with the service this afternoon

Is the post office system down? Royal Mail users report network issues

Government plans have confirmed that 16 and 17-year-olds will be able to vote in the next general election as the voting age has been lowered.

Government plans have confirmed that 16 and 17-year-olds will be able to vote in the next general election as the voting age has been lowered.

National government

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16 year olds to be able to vote in next general election as voting age lowered

Tens of thousands of passengers were disrupted when French ATC staff walked out in a dispute over working conditions

Tens of thousands of passengers were disrupted when French ATC staff walked out in a dispute over working conditions

EasyJet 'extremely unhappy' as French strikes see 660 flights cancelled

Innocent drivers who have their number plates cloned can end up with fines, insurance claims, or letters from the police

Innocent drivers who have their number plates cloned can end up with fines, insurance claims, or letters from the police

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Warning to motorists as thousands of UK drivers being wrongly fined

Roadworks cause rush hour traffic chaos

Roadworks cause rush hour traffic chaos

LIVE: Roadworks on Andover road cause rush hour traffic chaos

The Government's 10-Year Health Plan for England is already in progress across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. (PA)

The Government's 10-Year Health Plan for England is already in progress across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. (PA)

NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight

How a 10-year health plan is changing the way you access healthcare

Residents turned out to enjoy Party in the Park.

Residents turned out to enjoy Party in the Park.

Residents turn out in numbers for annual party in the park

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Water company fights back at criticism as new hosepipe ban called 'disgraceful'

Rookwood School's Bond-themed prom

Rookwood School's Bond-themed prom

School proms 2025

Year 11 students celebrate in style at Bond-themed prom

Sue Harriman has been appointed chief executive of HHFT

Sue Harriman has been appointed chief executive of HHFT

Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Former Royal Navy nurse appointed as new chief executive of Hampshire hospitals

Southern Water is set to implement a hosepipe ban

Southern Water is set to implement a hosepipe ban

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Parts of Hampshire and Isle of Wight set to be hit by water company's hosepipe ban

Dobbies is hosting its next Grow Your Own workshop in August.

Dobbies is hosting its next Grow Your Own workshop in August.

Garden centre inviting visitors to learn top tips at new workshop

Caroline Nokes MP with members of Grateley Parish Council, local families and children, at the official opening of the new Locke Close playground

Caroline Nokes MP with members of Grateley Parish Council, local families and children, at the official opening of the new Locke Close playground

Zip wire put to the test by MP at new play area

Campaign urges people to speak out about sexual harassment in public spaces

Campaign urges people to speak out about sexual harassment in public spaces

Campaign urges people to speak out about sexual harassment in public spaces

Jeremy Clarkson will host new ITV gameshow Millionaire Hot Seat.

Jeremy Clarkson will host new ITV gameshow Millionaire Hot Seat.

Jeremy Clarkson

Jeremy Clarkson to host 'cheeky' new spin-off of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?

Inflation jumps to highest level for nearly 18 months as food prices rise again

Inflation jumps to highest level for nearly 18 months as food prices rise again

Inflation rising to 3.6 per cent is a 'hammer blow for households'

Have you spotted this invasive insect in your garden?

Have you spotted this invasive insect in your garden?

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Warning issued to homeowners as invasive insect destroys gardens in summer

The Food Standards Agency warned customers: “Don’t buy this product, and if you have bought it, don't eat it

The Food Standards Agency warned customers: “Don’t buy this product, and if you have bought it, don't eat it

'Don't buy it, don't eat it': Warning over chocolate posing 'serious health risk'

More than 20 firefighters gathered at Hampshire Fire and Rescue's HQ in Eastleigh

More than 20 firefighters gathered at Hampshire Fire and Rescue's HQ in Eastleigh

National government

Firefighters protest against government cuts which could see 30 firefighter jobs axed

Linda Price has spoken of the joys of summer.

Linda Price has spoken of the joys of summer.

'As our summer heats up, I remember my time in Australia'

The Mayor of Test Valley, Cllr Gordon Bailey.

The Mayor of Test Valley, Cllr Gordon Bailey.

Mayor chooses four charities to support during term in office

Sport

Relay winners Poppy, Stuart and Michelle Harris.

Andover Triathlon Club

More than 300 competitors take part in the Andover Triathlon

George Reynolds continued his brilliant form with 91 as Andover racked up a whopping 375 against Hartley Wintney

George Reynolds continued his brilliant form with 91 as Andover racked up a whopping 375 against Hartley Wintney

Andover 1st XI's massive win against Hartley Wintney

Ellie Davis and her horse, Dominic, at the regional championships.

Ellie Davis and her horse, Dominic, at the regional championships.

Young equestrian talent scores remarkable success at regional championships

Gina Graham, Christopher Edwards, Toby Ledger, Crispin Orr and Ella Cooper.

Gina Graham, Christopher Edwards, Toby Ledger, Crispin Orr and Ella Cooper.

Triathlon club take on 'most beautiful triathlon on the South Coast'

Sparsholt CC 1st XI defeated Odiham & Greywell CC 1st XI by 76 runs.

Sparsholt CC 1st XI defeated Odiham & Greywell CC 1st XI by 76 runs.

Sparsholt secure commanding wins across all three teams

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National Sport

Hannah Hampton’s heroics kept England’s Euro 2025 dreams alive (Nick Potts/PA)

Hannah Hampton’s heroics kept England’s Euro 2025 dreams alive (Nick Potts/PA)

Penalty shootout star Hannah Hampton praises backing from England supporters

England’s Lucy Bronze celebrates scoring her crucial penalty (Nick Potts/PA).

England’s Lucy Bronze celebrates scoring her crucial penalty (Nick Potts/PA).

England into Euro 2025 semi-finals after nail-biting shootout win over Sweden

England boss Sarina Wiegman celebrates with her players (Michael Buholzer/AP)

England boss Sarina Wiegman celebrates with her players (Michael Buholzer/AP)

A look at Sarina Wiegman’s England record as Lionesses march on at Euro 2025

Jos Buttler was in fine form for Lancashire (Nigel French/PA)

Jos Buttler was in fine form for Lancashire (Nigel French/PA)

Jos Buttler helps Lancashire overcome Yorkshire and reach quarter-finals

Rory McIlroy was cheered on by the home fans at Royal Portrush (Peter Byrne/PA).

Rory McIlroy was cheered on by the home fans at Royal Portrush (Peter Byrne/PA).

You don’t want to let them down – Rory McIlroy on pressure of being home hope

Rory McIlroy delighted the home fans on his return to Royal Portrush (Peter Byrne/PA).

Rory McIlroy delighted the home fans on his return to Royal Portrush (Peter Byrne/PA).

Home favourite Rory McIlroy falls short in bid for first-round Open lead

Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois will go head to head at Wembley (Bradley Collyer/PA).

Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois will go head to head at Wembley (Bradley Collyer/PA).

Give him some brains – Oleksandr Usyk questions Daniel Dubois’ pre-fight antics

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LIVE: Five vehicle crash causes delays and standstill traffic on M3

LIVE: Five vehicle crash causes delays and standstill traffic on M3

RECAP: Five-vehicle crash on M3 causes standstill traffic

LIVE: A303 at a standstill as fire engine blocks traffic

LIVE: A303 at a standstill as fire engine blocks traffic

RECAP: Fire engine brings A303 traffic to standstill as crews tackle lorry blaze

Roadworks cause rush hour traffic chaos

Roadworks cause rush hour traffic chaos

LIVE: Roadworks on Andover road cause rush hour traffic chaos

Business

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Water company fights back at criticism as new hosepipe ban called 'disgraceful'

Gambledown Farm, Gambledown Lane, Sherfield English, Romsey, Hampshire, SO51 6JU

Gambledown Farm, Gambledown Lane, Sherfield English, Romsey, Hampshire, SO51 6JU

The three best Hampshire campsites to visit this summer, according to experts

Stannah won the award for its ‘Enjoy the Life Upstairs’ campaign.

Stannah won the award for its ‘Enjoy the Life Upstairs’ campaign.

Andover company's TV campaign wins marketing award

Letters

Cllr Chris Donnelly, Hampshire County Councillor, Andover West, with UK central governemnet

Cllr Chris Donnelly, Hampshire County Councillor, Andover West, with UK central governemnet

Local government

Councillor argues why Test Valley residents will be 'completely outvoted' under plans

Linda Price has spoken of the joys of summer.

Linda Price has spoken of the joys of summer.

'As our summer heats up, I remember my time in Australia'

MP Kit Malthouse speaking in the House of Commons

MP Kit Malthouse speaking in the House of Commons

'We must not sacrifice our countryside for solar farms'

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Brown was sentenced at Basingstoke Magistrates' Court.

Basingstoke Magistrates Court

Driver, 66, disqualified after being caught over the alcohol limit in car park

Rookwood School's Bond-themed prom

School proms 2025

Year 11 students celebrate in style at Bond-themed prom

The Government's 10-Year Health Plan for England is already in progress across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. (PA)

NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight

How a 10-year health plan is changing the way you access healthcare

Location, Location, Location presenters Phil and Kirstie.

House hunters in Hampshire wanted for Channel 4 show

There are so many reasons why Andover, Hampshire, is a great place to live

Andover Appreciation Campaign: Reasons why our town is a great place to live

A set of artwork by Johnny Depp, including a painted rose dedicated to his daughter and a self-portrait are unveiled at Castle Fine Art in London before they go on sale (Matt Alexander Media Assignments/PA)

Johnny Depp self-portrait to go on sale

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Diane Abbott has repeated comments which she made two years ago about racism (Jonathan Brady/PA)

Diane Abbott has repeated comments which she made two years ago about racism (Jonathan Brady/PA)

Diane Abbott: Labour ‘wants me out’ after second suspension

Police blocked the road and diverted traffic near the site of the crash (Ben Birchall/PA)

Police blocked the road and diverted traffic near the site of the crash (Ben Birchall/PA)

Prime Minister to be ‘kept up to date’ after child dies in school coach crash

People with umbrellas walking along the Millennium Bridge (PA)

People with umbrellas walking along the Millennium Bridge (PA)

Thunderstorms and heavy rain set to hit UK with yellow weather warnings issued

The £54 million Global Talent Fund will be administered by UK Research and Innovation (Peter Byrne/PA)

The £54 million Global Talent Fund will be administered by UK Research and Innovation (Peter Byrne/PA)

Universities awarded funding to help recruit ‘world’s top researchers’ to UK

Some water firms will need to build new reservoirs in the coming years (Gareth Fuller/PA)

Some water firms will need to build new reservoirs in the coming years (Gareth Fuller/PA)

System of regulating water firms needs complete overhaul, MPs warn

More than one in 20 car miles driven in the UK is by an electric vehicle, according to new analysis (Danny Lawson/PA)

More than one in 20 car miles driven in the UK is by an electric vehicle, according to new analysis (Danny Lawson/PA)

Electric vehicles account for more than one in 20 car miles driven in UK – study

Academics studied 106 former competitive cyclists and triathletes who exercise for more than 10 hours a week for at least 15 years (Alamy/PA)

Academics studied 106 former competitive cyclists and triathletes who exercise for more than 10 hours a week for at least 15 years (Alamy/PA)

Heart issues among endurance athletes studied by scientists

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