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Demolitions, houses and tree works in the latest planning applications
7+ hour, 30+ min ago (475+ words) This is a summary of Planning Applications received in the Southern Area Planning Office of Test Valley Borough Council for the week ending July 19. Any comments should be sent to the Planning Office, Beech Hurst, Weyhill Road, Andover, SP10 3AJ or e-mail…...
‘He won the World Cup!’ Dubliner Pico Lopes welcomed home to local club
10+ hour, 58+ min ago (748+ words) Dubliner Pico Lopes urged children to have a dream and “be a believer” as he was given a hero’s welcome at the club where he started playing football. The 34-year-old Cabo Verde international said life has been far from normal…...
Boy, 11, raises £400 for charity by auctioning wildlife photos at local pub
11+ hour, 30+ min ago (208+ words) Jen Hammond, Joshua’s mum, described the event as ‘unbelievable’ and was astounded by the turnout and support shown at The Dog and Crook for her son’s work. Joshua chose to donate 20 per cent of the money earned, £400, to RSPB to…...
Hampshire EV hub operators appeals council decision on turbine sign
11+ hour, 30+ min ago (490+ words) InstaVolt has launched an appeal against a council decision to reject an advertising wind turbine. The application, intended to promote its ultra-rapid charging hub near Winchester, was refused by the city council in May. It attracted 93 public objections. InstaVolt, which…...
'I had never heard of this before arriving in the UK, but I loved it"
11+ hour, 30+ min ago (342+ words) As a Ukrainian who came to Britain because of the war, I am constantly discovering things about British life that surprise and impress me. Last weekend, I experienced one of them. The event was called a "Come and Sing' put…...
Last chance to enter 2026 Test Valley Business Awards as nominations near close
23+ hour, 30+ min ago (407+ words) A final call has been made for nominations before the deadline arrives. Entries remain open for the 2026 Test Valley Business Awards, which celebrate companies, young professionals, and entrepreneurs across Andover, Romsey, and surrounding areas. Nominations will close on Sunday, August…...
Hampshire company sponsors annual charity event
16+ hour, 30+ min ago (250+ words) A property firm has pledged its backing for a community fundraising event. Clear Cut Property, based in Hampshire, has donated £500 in sponsorship to the Pedal Paddle Pace in Winchester, an annual event that combines cycling, kayaking and running to raise…...
Winchester's newest soft play area gets 'a lot of lovely feedback' ahead of opening
15+ hour, 48+ min ago (442+ words) Children testing a new soft play area have given it glowing reviews ahead of its launch. The play area at Bar End Leisure Centre is for children aged up to 12. The £200,000 investment resulted in the Active Adventures play area, which…...
Schoolâs out, money talk in: How to talk money this summer with kids
16+ hour, 30+ min ago (619+ words) The summer holidays can be a wonderful time for families, where they make precious memories that last a lifetime, but for parents and guardians the costs can quickly add up. Between days out, teenagers borrowing money, and kids' clubs, the…...
Caring community: Pilgrims' Matt Sutherland on why boarding has so much to give
18+ hour, 30+ min ago (268+ words) It is no accident that I find myself at The Pilgrims’ School in Winchester, as head of boarding. Yes, it’s very different to army life and our surroundings are much prettier than your average barracks but the transformative power of…...