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Ramirez happy at Saints

Gaston Ramirez has declared himself happy at Saints. The 22-year-old has enjoyed an up and down first season at St Mary’s following his club record £12m move last summer, and had been linked with a move back to Italy. Fiorentina and Juventus

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Locks Heath shopping village celebrates turning 30

IT’S 30 not out for Locks Heath shopping village, which is hosting a birthday party to celebrate the milestone tomorrow. A Happy Birthday banner, featuring the artwork of pupils from eight local schools, will be unveiled, there will be a selection

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Bestival celebrations set sail

THE tenth birthday Bestival sets sail tomorrow night with a launch boat party. Sailor boys and girls will be in HMS fancy dress for the bash, plus pre and after parties at Roxx in Bedford Place. Headlining the event is the hugely talented DJ

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More than 150 take part in Southampton Naked Bike Ride

MORE than 150 cyclists have taken part in Southampton's annual Naked Bike Ride. Crowds lined the streets to watch as the scantily clad convoy set off from Southampton Common along Highfield Road at 6.30pm honking their horns, whooping and cheering

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Hants set for a fascinating final day

Hampshire captain Jimmy Adams is targeting a final-day victory at The Ageas Bowl, after a brave declaration by Kent. After three successive LV County Championship draws, Hampshire have every chance of securing their second win of the season following

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Men who built city landmark

IT remains one of Southampton’s most familiar landmarks but how many remember the two men, whose enthusiasm and money ensured its development. Swaythling Hall, which was opened more than 80 years ago as Methodism’s new centre in Southampton, owes

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Council’s plan for superstore is disastrous

HAS Southampton City Council really given permission for Morrisons to open yet another food store in Portswood, on the old Blockbuster site? If so, why? Who can for one moment consider that another food outlet is required – there is Waitrose, Iceland

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Royal Princess defies the weather to make entrance

Even the curse of the British summer weather - rain, thunder and lightning - failed to dampen spirits as Southampton welcomed the world's newest cruise ship this morning. The 141,000 ton Royal Princess made her dramatic entrance into Southampton

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‘Instead of moaning ask for better cycling provision’

In reply to J Josey, North Baddesley – as far as I can see (and I’ve just searched on the council’s website for this) Castle Lane is NOT a cycle path. Perhaps the letter writer has made an assumption based on the poor provision they saw at Botley

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Is our love for this country too right wing?

ANOTHER writer, D. J. Cook (In My View, May 25) questions my letters from UKIP and says we are quite right wing for a mainstream party, this is quite a strange statement when we are already being ruled by a right wing party, the Conservative party.

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Why is alcohol sold?

CAN someone explain to me why smoking is so frowned upon and yet alcohol can be purchased at any supermarket? TV programmes are sponsored by alcohol and betting. Both these cause more health issues and distress within families than smoking

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Disappointed by party line on sulphur plant

I WAS disappointed to read the partisan, party line taken by Labour councillor David Furnell concerning the sulphur plant application for the Western Docks. I attended the recent planning meeting and spoke against the application along with Freemantle

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Thanks to our bank

I AM Assistant Guider at the 5th Southampton North Brownie unit and recently we were overdrawn on our Brownie account with HSBC. £80 is a lot of money to us, but they have let us off the overdrawn payment! Well done HSBC! JEAN FRECKNALL, Swaythling

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Let Fawley go nuclear

FAWLEY power station should have a nuclear power station built there. They are safe. We need electricity. Why not? NAME AND ADDRESS SUPPLIED.

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Thanks for your honesty

PLEASE could you pass on my sincere thanks to the kind, honest person who took the trouble to take my bank cards to Halifax bank in Southampton after finding them in the street on Friday, May 31. A ROSENDALE, Bitterne, Southampton.

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Rowenna would make an excellent candidate

I READ with interest your article which reported that Rowenna Davis had been short listed for prospective Labour candidate for the constituency of Southampton Itchen. The city would be fortunate to have Ms Davis as one of its MPs. She is a

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It’s down to you to protect high street

WE recently saw the reopening of Whiteley Shopping Centre after an expensive build to give the area a much-needed new shopping centre. The previous shopping centre failed to attract enough business to survive, especially with the competition from

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Bailey ready for England challenge

Hampshire batsman George Bailey will use Australia's debacle against India to "galvanise" his side tomorrow. Bailey, who is standing in as Australia captain for Michael Clarke against England at Edgbaston, was one of eight batsmen to depart for single-figures

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Retirement homes may replace garden centre

A HAMPSHIRE garden centre is set to close and the site could be redeveloped for retirement accommodation. Bosses at the Hillier Garden Centre in Botley Road, Romsey, say the centre was no longer viable after a steady decline in business over the

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Murder suspect bailed

A MAN arrested on suspicion of the murder of a young Southampton woman has been bailed. Lucy Simms, 26, was found dead at an address in Vinery Road in the Shirley area of the city on Tuesday. The 48-year-old man from Southampton has this afternoon

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Bailey ready for Aussie captaincy challenge

George Bailey will lead Australia against England tomorrow, in the absence of Michael Clarke, in his first game since playing for Hampshire. Clarke, who played for Hampshire in 2004, is unavailable because of his ongoing back problems, so Bailey takes

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Picnic in the Park at Lyndhurst

PICNIC in the Park tomorrow will bring the whole village together for a fun day at Lyndhurst Recreation Ground. Enjoy a dog show, falconry display, live music and a DJ, children’s magic entertainer, lots of lovely refreshments, competitions and

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Eastleigh is Unwrapped tomorrow

THE town centre will be buzzing tomorrow as performers take to the streets for a packed day showcasing their talents. Eastleigh Unwrapped aims to offer residents the best of local and further afield talent in a jam-packed day of performances.

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Shameless adults caught on camera taking sweets

STEALING sweeties from a shop is usually a crime committed by children who should know better. But today the Daily Echo can reveal CCTV footage allegedly capturing shameless adults doing just that – while in charge of children. While their

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Sunset zoo visit tonight

THE sunset party in the park is back tonight at Marwell Wildlife. Visit the zoo after hours and see the animals at sunset, meet the keepers who care for them and enjoy special talks. Party with the birds in their new walkthrough aviary, bounce

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Arrests after van found packed with cannabis

TWO men were arrested in the Hampshire countryside after police found an abandoned van packed with cannabis. Plain-clothes officers were on patrol in the New Forest when they found the white Iveco van blocking the road, with its bonnet embedded

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An Evening of Burlesque coming to Fareham

FLUSHED with success, Britain’s biggest burlesque extravaganza is coming to town, direct from London’s West End and unveiling a fresh cast of burlesque all-stars for 2013. An Evening of Burlesque’s 100- show, debut production celebrated its finale

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Saints legend launches In Bloom

FORMER Saints manager Lawrie McMenemy has helped launch this year’s Valley Park in Bloom. He was joined by Valley Park Parish Council chairman Alan Dowden and children from St Francis and Knightwood Primary Schools in the community. Valley

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Historic windmill to get £94,000 facelift

MAJOR restoration work is set to get under way on Hampshire’s only working windmill following a £94,000 grant. Bursledon Windmill will be revamped thanks to a grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund aimed at bringing the historic building back in

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Town to fight against KFC & Costa scheme

TOTTON councillors are fighting the latest proposal to build a KFC and a Costa Coffee next to the Rushington roundabout. The original application to provide both companies with a restaurant and drive-thru was withdrawn after protests. Gentian

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Community geared up for carnival

THE finishing touches are being made ahead of a colourful carnival and regatta in a Hampshire community this weekend. Hundreds are expected to line the streets for the Netley Regatta and Victoria Carnival tomorrow. The event is being held to

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SO Portswood and Bevois Valley Pub Crawl - Pictures

  Follow @EchoPics   Click here for more A Daily Echo photographer joined the SO Portswood and Bevois Valley Pub Crawl to get a vast range of images for our readers perusal. These pictures are available to purchase

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Solar farm the size of 200 football pitches planned for Hampshire

BRITAIN’S biggest solar farm has been earmarked for a Hampshire village, the Daily Echo can reveal. The huge farm – consisting of 225,456 solar panels – would be laid out in south-facing rows across fields the size of 200 football pitches.

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Students go on mass pub crawl

HUNDREDS of students hit Portswood high street last night for a pub crawl. Click here to see the photo gallery >> Students from the University of Southampton were in high spirits for the annual So:Portswood event. A number

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Last chance to help in Shop for Schools

TODAY is the last day you can make your shopping count as the Daily Echo’s Shop for Schools promotion draws to an end. For the past month shoppers have been turning every pound spent at The Marlands shopping centre into points to help local schools

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Bottoms up to celebrate annual beer festival

PINTS were supped under a perfect summer’s evening as punters previewed the Southampton Beer Festival. The 17th annual event officially opens at 11.30am today, but beer lovers were given the chance to taste what’s on offer last night. There

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Exciting dance in Eastleigh

EXCITING young dance company mapdance will showcase a series of new commissions at The Point next week. Recruited nationally and internationally, members of mapdance perform a diverse repertoire by renowned and up and coming contemporary choreographers

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Camp Bestival children's disco in Southampton tomorrow

CELEBRATING Camp Bestival 2013’s Around The World theme, the team are presenting the ultimate in kids discos – the Camp Bestival Around The World Tour! The inaugural kids disco tour, which comes to Southampton City Art Gallery tomorrow between

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Tribute to horses of world war

FOR almost a century they were the forgotten casualties of conflict, but now Romsey is set to honour the horses that served during the First World War. There are plans to erect a war horse monument in the town’s War Memorial Park, beneath which

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Tony won't drain himself again

TONY Hill is preparing for life with the big boys tomorrow night – stepping up from middleweight to light heavyweight. The 27-year-old Southampton fighter has campaigned at middleweight so far in his pro career, that has included a bout for the

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Learn circus skills in Southampton

WE’VE all fancied running away to the circus but now you really can learn the tricks of the trade in Southampton. Aerial Silks classes involve using fabric to wrap, suspend, fall, swing and spiral your body into and out of beautiful and physically

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Plans for rehabilitation centre withdrawn

Controversial plans to turn a former Hampshire nursing home into a rehabilitation centre for criminals with drink and drug problems have today been withdrawn. Changing Lanes (12 Steps) Ltd made the move after its application to convert the Linford

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Where's the sunshine gone?

IT was forecast to be one of the nicest days of the year so far with blazing sunshine and temperatures up to 24C (75F). But people across the south have had to put down the sun cream and dig out their wellies for a thundery downpour instead.

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Ejector Seat festival in Southampton tomorrow

MUSIC, spoken word and art from a host of the best artists from Hampshire and beyond open Southampton’s festival season in style tomorrow. Ejector Seat Arts Festival returns to the city’s Palmerston Park after a one-year break, bringing a range

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Royal Princess arrives in Southampton

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The Stone Roses on the big screen at Harbour Lights

IN THE week before they headline at the Isle of Wight Festival, The Stone Roses will be hitting the screens of Harbour Lights Picturehouse from tonight. The Stone Roses: Made of Stone is a documentary on the legendary rock band who reformed after

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The Rumour Mill - Friday June 7

The Daily Echo brings you a round-up of all the transfer rumours and gossip making headlines in today's newspapers... Saints striker Tadanari Lee is wanted by FC Tokyo after a successful loan spell at the Japanese club last season. The 27-year-old

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Row over gran's £2.6m will

DURING her glamorous life, Hazel Charlton lovingly built a collection of furs, ballgowns and expensive jewellery during two decades touring the globe with her partner. Childless and wealthy, Mrs Charlton and rubber company director John Fishbein

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Freya living the American dream

SOUTHAMPTON AC javelin ace Freya Jones is living the American dream. The 19-year-old former Barton Peveril student improved her personal best by two metres to win the women’s title at the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Outdoor

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Radio One's Tom Deacon in Southampton tonight

TOM Deacon, pictured, the charismatic star of Radio One Sunday nights, is fast becoming one of the hottest tickets in UK stand-up. Winner of the 2007 Chortle Student Comedian of the Year, Tom made his Edinburgh Festival solo debut in 2009 and can

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History of Comedy at the Menuhin Theatre

WILLIE Clark and Al Lewis, aka The Sunshine Boys, haven’t spoken to each other in years. When CBS call for the greats to be reunited for a nostalgic History of Comedy, past grudges resurface as they take centre stage once more. Ageing ailments

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Best yet to come from Eastleigh's Spence

EASTLEIGH have yet to see the best of versatile full back Dan Spence. So says Spitfires boss Richard Hill, who has agreed a one-year contract with the 23-year-old, Reading-born defender as the club gear up for another Conference South promotion

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Taylor leaving Winchester

JAMES Taylor has turned down the chance to stay on at Winchester City as right-hand man to his managerial successor Graham Kemp. Having guided the club through the trickiest of Southern League seasons, Taylor was aware he would be replaced in the

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Top clubs tracking 'El Zorro'

This is the man who has been linked with a move to join fellow Uruguayan Gastón Ramírez at St Mary’s. Gonzalo Bueno, a 20-year-old wonderkid nicknamed El Zorro, is being tracked by a number of top European clubs and is rumoured to be attracting

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Wages warning for Saints

SAINTS have been warned not to blow their huge new TV windfall on players’ wages. The Deloitte Annual Review of Football Finance 2013 reports half the clubs in the Premier League are still making losses despite record overall revenues. But

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Le Tissier has concerns for England

Matt Le Tissier believes the talent pool of English players is decreasing because clubs are turning to foreign imports too early. The Saints legend was speaking after England’s recent draws against Republic of Ireland and Brazil, as well as the

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Morgan Freeman's high profile power nap

SOMETIMES it’s just impossible not to fall asleep on the job! I do it myself on occasion after burning the candle at both ends. When you’ve been at a late gig or show several nights on the trot and have to drag yourself out of bed again at the

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Cats: a purrfect show

IT’S a feast of felines! One of the longest running shows in West End and Broadway history, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s smash hit musical Cats returns to The Mayflower for two weeks from Tuesday. Adapted from TS Eliot’s Old Possum’s Book of Practical

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Australian skipper ruled out of Champions Trophy

Australia captain Michael Clarke has been ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy group match against England with a lower back injury, Cricket Australia has confirmed. Clarke was absent from the warm-up games against West Indies and India and his continued

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Saints to renew Eastleigh friendly rivalry

SAINTS are to renew pre-season rivalries with non league neighbours Eastleigh again this summer. The club in recent years have always sent a side to the Silverlake Stadiium, but that wasn’t the case in 2012. But a Saints XI will travel to Eastleigh

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McDonald's scheme set to get green light

CONTROVERSIAL plans to open a McDonald’s restaurant and drive-thru are set to be approved – despite more than 50 objections to the scheme. District councillors are being urged to support the company’s latest proposal for a derelict site in Totton

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Royal Princess to arrive in Southampton

Southampton kicks off ten days of royal celebrations with the arrival of the world’s newest cruise ship today. The 141,000-ton, Royal Princess is due to berth at the Ocean Terminal, in the city's Eastern Docks, after a voyage from the Italian shipyard