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Lobbying on civil rights
CIVIL rights campaigners from Southampton are lobbying for African politicians to hold free and fair elections in Zimbabwe. The city’s Restoration of Human Rights (ROHR) branch will meet from noon-5pm on Saturday, in Lordshill Community Centre,
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‘Let’s give every child a chance to be a Scout’
SCOUTING could be injected into children’s hospital wards in a major operation to involve a wider cross section of the community. The move comes as a Hampshire Scouting chief says they should try to reach the 90 per cent of young people who are
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Crash driver’s inquest opens
THE inquest into the death of a 23-year-old man has opened in Winchester. Edward Sebborn, of Westbury Court, Hedge End, died in hospital following a single-vehicle collision in Curdridge last week. The inquest is to be resumed pending results
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Worker airlifted to hospital after motorway smash
A MOTORWAY worker was airlifted to hospital with serious head injuries today after a horror smash on the M3. The man was taken to Southampton General Hospital by air ambulance after an articulated lorry crashed into three stationary maintenance
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Help to keep pensioners’ club alive
A SOUTHAMPTON pensioners’ group started 45 years ago has issued a plea for new members after numbers have plummeted. Dorothy O’Beirne, who had worked as a home help for the elderly throughout her life, set up Sholing Senior Citizens Club at the
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Motorway shut after crash
A BUSY Hampshire motorway was shut in both directions today after a four-vehicle pile-up. A lorry, car, van and motorway maintenance vehicle were in collision on the M3 northbound between junction 13 at Chandler's Ford and junction 12 at Eastleigh
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Hampshire climber killed in tragedy named
A HAMPSHIRE man killed in a climbing tragedy in North Wales has today been named locally as Jack Hutton-Potts. The bodies of the 21-year-old, from Petersfield, and Vaughan Richard Holme, 48, from Horsham in Sussex were discovered in the sea in
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Medical emergency causes ferry disruption
FERRY services between Hampshire and the Isle of Wight have been delayed by nearly an hour today because of a medical emergency on one of the boats. The 3.30pm Red Funnel car ferry from East Cowes to Southampton is currently delayed as an ambulance
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Hampshire hopefuls miss out on Miss England Crown
TWO Hampshire beauties last night missed out on the coveted Miss England crown. Hayley Adlam and Georgina Rickman had a tough task on their hands, as they faced 60 other stunning ladies from across the country in the grand finals of the prestigious
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Southampton City Council Award for Southampton Young Entrepreneur of the Year
BRIMMING with energy, keenness and ideas, they hold the key to the future of the Solent’s economy. That is why the South Coast Business Awards has this year launched its award for Southampton Young Entrepreneur of the Year. The award has been
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Smith & Williamson Growth Business of the Year Award
WE have missed out on a triple-dip recession – but it’s still tough out there. Yet many companies are defiantly expanding against all odds. It’s these businesses and organisations that will be recognised in the Growth Business of the Year Award
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Hants name squad for Derbyshire clash
Pakistan all-rounder Sohail Tanvir will make his one-day debut for Hampshire against Derbyshire at The Ageas Bowl tomorrow night. Tanvir has been included in a 12-man squad, while West Indies star Shivnarine Chanderpaul has been named in Derbyshire’s
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Kinnear: I have Pardew's blessing
Joe Kinnear has insisted Alan Pardew was delighted to hear of his impending arrival as Newcastle's director of football. The 66-year-old former Magpies boss revealed yesterday that he is to return to St James' Park to oversee the club's football
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Hampshire Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year
THEY are the backbone of economic life. With the UK economy in the doldrums, experts agree it will be small businesses that will rev the engine up and revive the country’s fortunes. Recognising the fundamental part they play is the Small Business
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Trethowans Excellence Through Innovation Award
IF ever there was a quality that is central to business then this is it. Innovation is key to boosting turnover and profitability, playing a vital role in the success of many of the world’s leading businesses, from exploiting fresh ideas and launching
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Launching a new era for all sailors
A HAMPSHIRE dinghy and catamaran club has wind in its sails after launching new improvements that allow better access for disabled sailors. Weston Sailing Club in Weston, Southampton, has revamped its slipway to make sure it can be used by people
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Bale set to trademark logo
Gareth Bale could stand to make up to £3million a year if he successfully manages to trademark his 'Eleven of Hearts' goal celebration logo, according to a leading sports marketing expert. Bale has filed an application to the Intellectual Property
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Pards under pressure fear fans
Joe Kinnear's return to Newcastle could be the beginning of the end for manager Alan Pardew's reign on Tyneside. That is the view of fanzine editor Mark Jensen following owner Mike Ashley's shock decision to appoint the 66-year-old as Director
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Recruitment in the south increases for the tenth month
PEOPLE securing permanent jobs through recruitment agencies in the south rose for the tenth month running in May. But data compiled in a survey of recruitment and employment consultants shows permanent salary growth has weakened. During May
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Golf kit firm backs star-studded game
IT IS A glamorous charity golf event, featuring football stars of the past and present competing in the glitz of Las Vegas. And a Hampshire firm has been named the official clothing sponsor for the first-ever Westwood Cup. Golf clothing firm
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Bale to cash in on goal celebration
Gareth Bale could stand to make up to £3million a year if he successfully manages to trademark his 'Eleven of Hearts' goal celebration logo, according to a leading sports marketing expert. Ex-Saint Bale has filed an application to the Intellectual
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Surrey sack Chris Adams
Surrey have sacked team director Chris Adams and coach Ian Salisbury, with former England captain Alec Stewart taking temporary charge. The Brown Caps - who visit Hampshire for the first game of this year's Friends Life t20 a week on Wednesday - have
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Village checks out solar farm
BOSSES from the Germany energy giant behind the scheme to build Britain’s biggest solar farm in a Hampshire village have been consulting residents about the plans. Officials at Kronos Solar Projects say they have had a good response from villagers
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Illegal waste leads to £6,500 fine
HE made thousands of pounds by illegally storing waste from unsuspecting building firms. Now Patrick Browne faces a fine of more than £6,500 for running a waste operation company without a permit. Southampton Magistrates’ Court heard how Browne
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Travellers moved on by police
THIS was the scene as a group of travellers descended on to a Hampshire roundabout. Around 20 vehicles made their way on to Windhover roundabout just off junction 8 of the M27. The travellers were on the site for around five hours before moving
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MP calls for Gurkhas role in Reserves
A HAMPSHIRE MP has called for the door to be opened for retired Gurkhas to join the Reserves. Eastleigh MP Mike Thornton, pictured, is urging the Ministry of Defence to retain the Gurkhas’ skills by allowing them to join the Regular Reserves, in
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Tour of Flanders: tackling one of the world's toughest races
THE COBBLED ascent to the old church looked like the gnarled back of a giant prehistoric reptile. A silent, brooding beast likely to stir at the slightest provocation. Snaking down the hillside, its rough, broken tail was now just metres away
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‘Suicidal’ to arm Syrian rebels’, says MP
HAMPSHIRE MP Julian Lewis has said it would be “suicidal” for Britain to hand arms to Syrian rebels. The New Forest East MP, pictured, a former shadow defence minister, made the comments when asked about the deadly civil war in the country.
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Court reduces knife man’s minimum jail sentence
A HAMPSHIRE convict jailed for a minimum five-and-a-half-years for trying to kill a fellow inmate with a home-made weapon has seen his prison term reduced. Samuel Hall, of International Way, Southampton, was serving a sentence for attempted robbery
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Justin Rose moves up to third in world rankings
Justin Rose has returned to third place in golf's world rankings following his maiden major championship victory in the US Open at Merion. Rose climbs two places in the standings after a final round of 70 was enough for a two-shot win over Phil
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Scientist backs Breast Cancer Campaign drive
A TOP Southampton scientist is calling on the Government to keep “the power on” for life-saving cancer research. As the Government reviews its spending plans for the future, Jeremy Blaydes, pictured, from the University of Southampton wants to
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The Rumour Mill - Monday June 17
The Daily Echo's look at the latest transfer rumours, including the repeat of a Saints link and an old target linked again... Saints have offered £7.6m for Valencia midfielder Ever Banega (Daily Mirror) They could also revive interest in an
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Biker caught speeding 15 times is fined £180 and banned for a year
HE was a menace to pedestrians and other road users alike when he persistently flouted speed limits in Southampton. Now a reckless biker caught speeding 15 times in just two months has been forced off the road with a driving ban – but only for
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MP speaks out on ‘fracking dangers’
FRACKING could be “disastrous” across much of Hampshire because of the county’s fragile water supply, a Hampshire MP has warned. Conservative George Hollingbery spoke out after the Daily Echo revealed that eight drilling licences for possible fracking
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Drugs yacht sold for £176,000
A YACHT at the centre of the largest drugs seizure in UK history has fetched £176,000 at auction. Drugs with an estimated street value of £300m were seized when officers from the UK Border Agency raided the Louise in Southampton docks in 2011.
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Jacklin hails Rose courage
Tony Jacklin praised Justin Rose's courage after watching him become the first Englishman to win a major championship for 17 years last night. Rose's win at Merion was the first English triumph in a major since Nick Faldo won the Masters in 1996
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Champions pay tribute to Hampshire golfer Justin Rose
Former champions Rory McIlroy and Graeme McDowell today led the tributes to Justin Rose after he followed in their footsteps by winning his first major title in the US Open. Rose carded a closing 70 to finish one over par at Merion and condemn
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Raymond aims for place in history
A PLACE in the history books beckons for England number one Neil Raymond when the Hampshire ace tees it up at Prince’s today as the qualifying rounds of the British Amateur Championship gets under way in Kent. Not only does the winner earn a place
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South Wilts up to second
South Wilts are ramping up their ECB Southern Electric Premier Division title defence and closing the gap on Ventnor at the top of the table. While the table topping Islanders were washed out at Alton – only two overs were bowled before the rains
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Six wins for Sarisbury
Catch us if you can! That’s the challenge Sarisbury Athletic are sending out to their rivals after a sixth straight Premier Division One victory. They continued their defence of the championship with a thumping ten-wicket win over Fawley.
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Saints signing makes a statement
SAINTS boss Mauricio Pochettino has made a real statement of intent with his early summer signing of Croatian international defender Dejan Lovren – and more big name signings could follow. Lovren, pictured right, was unveiled as Mauricio Pochettino
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Elderly lady escapes flat fire
AN elderly lady had a lucky escape after her retirement flat caught fire this morning. Fire officers say discarded smoking material sparked a small fire in the bedroom of a property in St Francis House, Edelvale Road, Southampton, at around 5.15am
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Man charged over armed robbery at Hampshire post office
POLICE have charged a man in connection with an armed robbery at a Hampshire post office. Michael Grieve, 24, of Whitefield Road, Holbury, has been charged with robbery, one count of burglary and possession of a firearm with the intention to commit
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Rebecca Romero triumphs at Salisbury
DENIS Coakley’s summary was simple as it was succinct: “With sprints you can run a race five times and get five different winners.” And that, in part, explained why Rebecca Romero reversed places with his Sandown conqueror Asian Trader in the five
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Community celebrates as Morrisons pull store plan
SUPERMARKET giant Morrisons has withdrawn its application for a new store in Southampton. The chain planned to transform the former Blockbuster building in Portswood into a convenience store selling alcohol until midnight. As revealed in Thursday
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Experts raise awareness of life-threatening condition
EXPERTS from Southampton have joined forces to improve the life of diabetics. Next week the city will host a unique diabetes event that will see an army of experts and clinicians under one roof to offer specialist advice to arm people with new
