Energy bills slashed at Andover’s Pickett 20 Community Centre following a green heating system installation. Andover Community Centre Reduces Energy Bills After System Upgrade Humphrey & Crockett Ltd. finished the project last November. They are plumbing and heating experts. Mike Shears and trustees contacted the team because the Pickett 20 Community Centre needed help. They…
New Test Valley reporter, Charles from Andover Advertiser, debuts on Andover Radio, discussing local news and partnership. Advertiser Reporter Joins Andover Radio in New Media Partnership Charles was on Andover Radio on February 14th. Ben Tuffin hosted him at his shop. They aired the segment at 11:20 AM that day. Charles covers Test Valley news.…
Police seek dashcam footage after a silver BMW crashed following a high-speed chase on the A303. A man is in custody. A303: Dashcam Appeal After High Speed BMW Chase Ends in Crash Police need witnesses for a dangerous driving case. This happened on the A303 on February 11. Officers seized drugs during the incident. Around…
Laura Waters opens Sew Confused Fabrics in Andover’s Chantry Centre after online success and customer demand. Sew Confused Fabrics Opens Its Doors in Andover’s Chantry Centre Laura Waters, age 43, opened a shop called Sew Confused Fabrics in Andover’s Chantry Centre. Laura worked hard for years. She cut fabric for happy customers. She said it…
Enjoy cakes and coffee in a South African inspired setting, owned by Beverley Botha on High Street. Sweet Treats and Coffee Delights at The Travelling Cupcake Shop The Travelling Cupcake is downtown. It’s on the High Street. They sell sweets and coffee. South African food is also available. Beverley Botha owns the shop. She is…
Pennies of Andover marks a milestone. It celebrates 50 years in business, serving generations of customers. Andover Haberdashery Shop Celebrates 50 Years Serving the Community Penny Sinclair owns Pennies of Andover, a haberdashery shop celebrating its 50th year. Penny said they have lots of items and can get anything they may lack. Penny’s granddad and…
After years of hard work, Sew Confused Fabrics opens in Andover. Customers excited about new shop. Sew Confused Fabrics Opens Store, Thrills Andover Residents on Day One Sew Confused Fabrics now has a store. It opened in the Chantry Centre recently. This was after Laura Waters worked hard for years. Laura felt excited but also…
The Chatty Cafe scheme, fighting loneliness, expands from Andover to Winchester, creating connections and friendships. Chatty Cafe Scheme Fighting Loneliness Expands to Winchester The Chatty Cafe Scheme works against loneliness. It is a non-profit, global group. They started at Cafe Nero in Andover on January 23. Visiting Angels Central Hampshire partnered with them. Deanne Ingram,…
Designs revealed for Andover’s new theatre, set to replace The Lights; public viewing follows. Andover Council Unveils Designs for New Theatre Project The council is moving forward with a new venue that will fulfill the town’s masterplan goals. Cllr Phil North said they worked with BFF architects to create plans that keep The Lights’ spirit,…
Explore interesting snippets from Andover’s past, spanning from 1861 to 1978, featuring local news and events. Andover Advertisers: Looking at News From Years Gone By in Andover 164 years ago, it was February 10, 1861. People saw strange posters about “General Riley.” They wondered who this general was and what he wanted. Some thought an…