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Saints belief key to Notts County comeback
To say it has not been an upside down season for Saints so far, would act as a massive disservice to recent red and white campaigns. But Saturday’s late away day comeback served as a timely reminder the club’s newly installed resilience and
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Probe launched as fire threatened explosion
An investigation has been launched after more than 60 firefighters tackled a blaze in Southampton city centre today. Flats were evacuated during the incident at the Aleha Restaurant in Commercial Road as the fire threatened to explode.
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Tributes to motorcycle crash victim
A FAMILY has paid tribute to a builder killed in a collision on a Hampshire farm. Gary Greaves, 48, a married father of one, died after his motorbike was in collision with a Land Rover on private land at Buriton near Petersfield. A 62
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Man dies after flats fire
A MAN has died following a fire in a small block of flats. Firefighters were called to Stratfield Gardens off Swanmore Road, Havant, at 10pm last night. Police said a 47-year single occupant was removed by firefighters but was declared dead at the scene
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Marking Halloween Polish style
Hampshire is preparing for the scariest night of the year. Ghouls, witches and ghosts are about to hit the streets as we embark on the annual trick or treat celebrations. But in the midst of Halloween trick-or-treating a group of Polish
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Bid for world record carol concert
OH COME all ye faithful – to help break a world record. The biggest Christmas carol concert ever held is being planned for Southampton this winter. Organisers hope to cram 32,000 people into St Mary’s Stadium for the special event, which
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KP leaps to Rooney's defence
Former Hampshire Cricket star Kevin Pietersen has told Wayne Rooney’s critics: "He should be supported rather than hammered!” The England batsman has compared the criticism he has endured over his loss of form with the negative publicity Rooney has received
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KP keen to concentrate on cricket
Kevin Pietersen insists he will not be dragged into a verbal war before the Ashes series begins. Australia captain Ricky Ponting has already pointed to the former Hampshire man’s lack of form being a concern for England going into the eagerly-anticipated
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Lambert: we must build on this
RICKIE Lambert hopes the 3-1 win at Notts County will spark a run of away victories for Saints. Yesterday’s result meant the side bounced back from a disappointing 2-0 defeat at Huddersfield the last time they went on the road. Saints
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Guv'nor Ince again fails to boss Saints
THERE’S something about playing against a Paul Ince team that Saints just seem to love. The former England midfielder has now faced Saints five times as a manager – and lost on every single occasion. The latest defeat came in his first
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Vets’ bid to stop rise in kittens left on doorstep
THEY may be cute, but one Southampton vet’s surgery is urging pet owners to get their cats neutered to halt the influx of unwanted kittens on their doorstep. Beech House Veterinary Centre, in Bitterne, said it has seen a rise in the numbers
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Ince assistant hits out at "dubious" penalty
NOTTS County assistant manager Alex Rae criticised referee Jock Waugh for awarding Saints a crucial second half penalty in their 3-1 win at Meadow Lane. Magpies defender John Thompson was sent off midway through the second half for bringing
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Well, they do say everything’s bigger in the States...
TOUCH down! This giant, Hampshire-designed replica of an American football helmet is set to take pride of place at one of the most glamorous sporting events of the year today. Marwell-based firm, Hampshire Insulations, were given just two weeks
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Pumpkin Day for shoppers
PUMPKINS will be the theme at this weekend’s Hampshire Farmers’ Market. In line with Hallowe’en, the market held at Winchester ttoday will feature a ‘Guess the Weight’ of the pumpkin and Halloween giveaway muffins for every pumpkin entered into a “
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Fellowship for Eastleigh culture boss
A CULTURE boss has been given a university accolade for her services to the county. Cheryl Butler received an honorary fellowship from the University of Winchester. Head of Culture for Eastleigh Borough Council and a writer, researcher, performer
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Bid to make biggest cake
RESIDENTS can play their part in an attempt at the record for the world’s biggest bird cake. To celebrate its 50th anniversary, the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Trust will be making a birdseed cake at Testwood Lakes in Totton on November 28. Visitors
