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Scannell leaves the Spitfires
WINGER Damian Scannell has left Eastleigh by mutual consent. The Croydon-based 28-year-old made a total of 102 appearances over two spells with the Spitfires, scoring 19 goals. He is believed to be attracting interest from Eastleigh's Skrill
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Hampshire man arrested during fracking protests
A HAMPSHIRE man has been arrested during demonstrations against fracking. Police have confirmed that a 66-year-old man from Hythe was one of the 29 people arrested for a range of public order offences in Balcombe, West Sussex. The majority
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Breakthrough to save fuel billions
A BREAKTHROUGH by Hampshire scientists in understanding how turbulence works is set to save the aviation industry billions of pounds in fuel costs. The trailblazing team at the University of Southampton, together with colleagues in the USA, have
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Funds needed to finish project for disabled youngsters
A HAMPSHIRE charity has launched a fresh fundraising drive as it looks to build and kit out a centre for disabled youngsters. Smile Support and Care, based in Eastleigh, urgently needs cash to finish the construction of a centre offering short
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Rail lovers chuffed by blast from the past
IT had been lying in a scrap yard for decades. But now Hampshire rail enthusiasts have witnessed the historic journey of a locomotive back on the main railway network for the first time in nearly 50 years. The steam locomotive No. 34046 Braunton
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Police and coastguard call off search for missing boys
Police and coastguards have called off a desperate search for two young boys who were feared to have drowned off a popular tourist beach. After four hours of searching, police announced they were standing down the search, as they no longer believed
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Osvaldo hails dream Saints switch
Saints’ record signing Daniel Osvaldo insists the decision to join the club was an easy one and that his transfer from Roma represents a “dream come true” for him. The 27-year-old striker faced the media this afternoon, after his blockbuster switch
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Hants include 16 year-old in one-day squad
Hampshire have included 16 year-old off-spinner Brad Taylor in their squad for tomorrow's YB40 match against Lancashire at Old Trafford. The England Under-17 international, from Holybourne, nr Alton, became Hampshire's youngest ever limited-overs
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Carberry named in England squad
Michael Carberry has been named in England's T20 squad to face Australia at The Ageas Bowl later this month. Danny Briggs is also included in a 13-man squad that plays two short format matches against Australia, at the Ageas Bowl on August 29 and at
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New escape route for victims of domestic abuse
SOUTHAMPTON victims of domestic violence and abuse who are suffering in silence have a new escape route – thanks to specialist training of city doctors. GP practices across the city have signed up to a new scheme that teaches them how to spot the
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City road reopened after concrete spillage
A SOUTHAMPTON road has been reopened by police after a lorry attempting to climb a hill dumped a pile of concrete on the ground. Police were called to Athelstan Road in Bitterne just before 12pm following several reports by residents. Officers
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Police object to lap dancing until 5.30am
POLICE have objected to a bid to allow a lap dancing club in Southampton to remain open until 5.30am. Bosses at Isis Gentlemen’s Club are at loggerheads with Hampshire Constabulary over the application, with the force objecting to the proposed
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Call for grass roots football cash injection
IN a few weeks thousands of footballers in Hampshire will be lacing up their dusty boots for the new season. But this year some leagues in Hampshire are anticipating fewer players than ever before. In a bid to give grassroots football a boost
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Video: Osvaldo - the goals
A video showing five of the goals scored by Pablo Osvaldo during the 2012/13 season at Roma.
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Mum fighting time to find cure for her son
A HAMPSHIRE mum forced to watch every day as her son fights an incurable disease is preparing for her next mission to fund vital research that one day might be able to help him. Sabrina Balram believed she had given birth to a bouncing, healthy
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Police need to do 'more with less'
HAMPSHIRE police are expected to maintain high standards despite facing £25m of cuts, according to a Government minister. Damian Green, justice minister, sent the message during a visit to Winchester earlier today in which he was testing out new
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Pressure on planners for quicker decisions over major applications
PLANNERS in Southampton are among the slowest in the country in deciding major applications, Government figures show. Just 35.8 per cent of key bids are decided by the city council within 13 weeks – the target set by ministers. That puts Southampton
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All steamed up at Forest Fayre
THOUSANDS of people embraced all things steam at a two-day show in the New Forest at the weekend. From vintage vehicles to an Indian village and live music, there was something for everyone at the Forest Fayre with Steam, held at New Park in Brockenhurst
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Residents celebrate end of hated mast
THEY were defeated in their long-running battle against a mobile phone mast. But now the residents of a Winchester avenue have had the last laugh – they are preparing to celebrate its removal. The residents of Byron Avenue, Fulflood, fought
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FIRST RESERVATION TAKEN AT STABLEYARD MEWS
The first reservation has now been taken at Stableyard Mews which is a part of the very successful Miller Homes’ Admirals Wood development at Sarisbury Green. Stableyard Mews an exclusive gated development of just 9, one and two bedroom courtyard style
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RNLI launches campaign to cut drowning deaths
RNLI has launched a new anti-drowning campaign after latest figures revealed lifeboats saved 17 people from death off Hampshire’s coast last year. The charity’s Respect the Water message is being trialled throughout the summer in Hampshire and
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Shaun takes show to Edinburgh Fringe
DISABLED Southampton comedian, songwriter and storyteller Shaun Shears is taking his show to the world-famous Edinburgh Fringe. Shaun suffers from cerebral palsy and arthritis and is the only independently funded disabled act performing there.
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Work starts on new housing
WORK has started on the first new council homes to be built in the Winchester area in more than 30 years. Three three-bedroom terrace houses are being built on a former garage site owned by the city council at Bourne Close in Otterbourne. A
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Test Park family fun day hailed a success
FROM bungee jumping to archery and inflatable football, there was something for everyone at the Test Park family fun day. It was the first event of its kind to be held by the Solent University-run sports ground, but it proved a huge success, drawing
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Adventurer died during sub-zero storm
A HAMPSHIRE adventurer died from hypothermia after being hit by a two-day relentless sub-zero storm while on a charity trek in Greenland that left him and his friends battling to stay alive in terrible conditions. Philip Goodeve-Docker, 31, was
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REVIEW: Les Miserables, RAODS Youth, Plaza Theatre, Romsey
DIRECTOR Lisa Gilmour’s third show for this talented company contained all the ingredients for success, and Caroline Egg (producer) ensured the proof was in the pudding. A well-lit, visuallystunning, set provided the perfect staging for this popular
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Anger as thief caught raiding car is given a caution
HE is a have-a-go-hero who risked his safety to foil a youth breaking into his mother’s car. But now the plucky young footballer has slammed police for their leniency towards the thief he caught red-handed outside his Southampton home. Former
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Great Waterside Raft Race 2013 - The Pictures
Follow @EchoPics Click here for more pictures We had a photographer at The Great Waterside Raft Race 2013l, so be sure to view the images he took. These pictures are available to purchase as prints, mugs, t-shirts
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Scientists' new technique could transform treatment of killer diseases
SCIENTISTS in Southampton have developed a revolutionary technique which could transform treatments of killer diseases. The researchers at the University of Southampton are using special gold probes to allow them to study cells in microscopic detail
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Do you know Bishop's Waltham burglary suspect?
POLICE have issued an image of a man they are hunting over a burglary in Bishop’s Waltham. They have released the efit following a raid on a house in Dundridge Lane last Monday. Two thieves were disturbed when the owners returned home between
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Berry Encouraging Start
A HAMPSHIRE theatre has almost doubled its audience numbers in its first two years. The Berry Theatre, in Hedge End, opened in 2011 and audience figures have gone from strength to strength since. A total of 6,965 people came to the theatre
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Groove Metal Giants Lamb of God head to Southampton
FRESH from their top slot at the Bloodstock Festival, groove metal giants Lamb of God have announced their return in January 2014 for a nine-date headline tour. This will be the band’s longest visit to the UK since they released latest album Resolution
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Scorching weather set to return
A SODDEN weekend may be fresh in the minds of people in Hampshire – but forecasters are expecting the weather to look on the bright side this week. Sunny weather is predicted with temperatures creeping above average as the week progresses.
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Be a superhero - give blood, says Isaac, 7
HE is a brave young schoolboy who has melted hearts in his battle against aggressive childhood cancer. Now Isaac Fitzgerald has transformed into a mini superhero to front an NHS campaign urging donors to give blood to save other youngsters suffering
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Teen dies after taking legal high
A TEENAGE boy from Hampshire has lost his fight for life after taking a legal high. The 17-year-old died yesterday morning after spending four days in intensive care at Southampton General Hospital after consuming the drug, known as alpha-methyltryptamine
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Pablo Osvaldo factfile
Full name: Pablo Daniel Osvaldo Date of birth: January 12, 1986 Place of birth: Buenos Aires, Argentina Nationality: Italian/Argentinian Height: 6 ft International record: Italy - 9 appearances
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Pochettino shows his faith in Osvaldo
HE’S been a controversial figure in the past, but Mauricio Pochettino believes that Daniel Osvaldo is the man to help Saints to the next level. To challenge for a European place via the league. The club have invested heavily this summer, adding
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Bard at the Barn brings infamous history to life...
TITCHFIELD Festival Theatre continues its Summer Bard at the Barn series of Shakespeare plays with Richard III. Watch the power hungry and ruthless Duke of Gloucester plot, charm, deceive and murder his way to power in this infamously unhistorical
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Raymond named in Walker Cup squad
Corhampton's Neil Raymond has been named in the Great Britain & Ireland Walker Cup squad. The 27-year-old will be part of the ten-man team that will face the United States at the National Golf Links of America, in Southampton, New York, next
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Now book for 2014 Camp Bestival!
CAMP Bestival 2013 was such a success, that the countdown to next year’s festival has already begun. The little sister to Bestival, which took place at Lulworth Castle in Dorset on the first weekend in August, saw superb sets from Richard Hawley
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West Meon prepares for third music fest
THE third West Meon Music Festival is coming to Hampshire. There will be concerts to appeal to all age groups with a huge range of music on offer for all ages and tastes. The festival will also be raising funds for The Rowans Hospice which supports
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Women's Take on Sex, Anorexia and Survival
THEATRE Royal Winchester launches its women’s season of drama for autumn with a series of plays written by and performed by women. They are all being presented at Winchester Discovery Centre. The series begins with award-winning Mess on October
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'I'll never see my grandchildren again'
A GRANDMOTHER at the heart of a legal tug-of-war over the future of two young children claims she may never see them again – due to social services. As reported by the Daily Echo, the two children will be separated and placed into adoptive homes
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Chefs cook up a treat - live on stage
AN exciting line-up of celebrity chefs has been announced for the UK tour of Ready Steady Cook Live, which comes to Hampshire in 2014. Tony Tobin, pictured, famed for the TV series, appears at The Mayflower, Southampton, on Sunday, February 9.
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JLS star JB Gill: I'd love to become an X Factor mentor
WE HEAR YOU'RE ABOUT TO BECOME A FARMER YOURSELF? Yeah! It’s looking that way. Where I live now is a farm, and I’m trying to turn it into something bigger. I’ve got a pig and some chickens, and I’m trying to set it up as a deer farm as well
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REVIEW: The Anastasia File, Poulner Players, Poulner Church Hall, Ringwood
DID Anastasia, youngest daughter of Tsar Nicholas II, die with the rest of her Imperial family in 1918, or did she miraculously escape the massacre? Several women claimed to be her: was the woman pulled from the canal in Berlin in 1920 really Anastasia
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Totton pay the penalty - three times over!
AFC TOTTON conceded a hat-trick of first-half penalties in their 4-1 opening day defeat at the hands of Stourbridge. But, considering the mountain of problems Steve Riley’s side have had to contend with over the summer, it was a promising performance
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Hampshire still eye Lord's triumph
AS Hampshire reflect on a rare Friends Life t20 defeat, they can at least console themselves with the knowledge that another Lord’s final is there for the taking. Dimi Mascarenhas’s last t20 match for Hampshire may have ended on a sour note, the
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Yemi an instant hit for Spitfires
YEMI Odubade will doubtless score infinitely more spectacular goals for his new club Eastleigh in the Skrill Conference South. But the importance of Saturday’s predatory close-range finish could not be over-emphasised as Richard Hill’s Spitfires
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Police in CCTV hunt after pensioner burgled
POLICE want to speak to this man after a house where elderly women lived was burgled in Hampshire. Jewellery and a purse containing a bank card were stolen from a house where two elderly women were living. The suspect is described as white,
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Saints reap benefits of youth policy
Saints reaped the benefits of their youth system once more as they fielded three English teenage academy products at West Brom. Mauricio Pochettino picked Luke Shaw, Calum Chambers and James Ward-Prowse for the Premier League opener at West Brom
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Did vandals set trap to snare pets along Hampshire shoreline?
VANDALS set a trap to ensnare wildlife claims a Hampshire woman who had to dive into a pond to rescue her dog. Linda Neale was out walking her dog Ruffy along Weston Shore as they normally do when he jumped into a filter pond along the seafront
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Saints splash nearly £15m on striker
Saints have signalled their intent to secure their European dream this season by smashing the club’s transfer record to bring in Pablo Daniel Osvaldo for £15m. The long running pursuit of the 27-year-old Italian international striker, pictured,
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Familes vow to fight closure of threatened care homes
FAMILIES of residents living in care homes facing the chop are rallying to fight the closures. As previously reported in the Daily Echo, Hampshire adult care bosses want to shut four homes all built between the 1960s and early 1980s because they
