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Lymington set to lose striker Odam
LYMINGTON Town are set to lose dual-signed Gosport Borough striker Jack Odam to Dorchester Town. But it was another Borough ‘loanee’ Sam Roberts who scored twice in Town’s 3-1 victory over title hopefuls Blackfield & Langley on Saturday.
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Aquathlon champions are crowned
Charlie Cooper and Chris Stocks have been crowned the Eastleigh Aquathlon series winners for 2014. The races, which are organised by Try Tri Events, have been taking part on the last Thursday of every month to give participants a first taste of
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Sitting pretty
JAMES Taylor’s Team Solent are sitting pretty as the new leaders of Sydenhams One. The Southampton Solent University side leapfrogged Fleet Spurs at the summit after winning Saturday’s Southampton derby 3-1 at home to Hythe & Dibden. It
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Whitchurch United close to the top
WHITCHURCH United could be enjoying the view from the Sydenhams Premier summit if they see off league leaders Petersfield Town at Longmeadow tomorrow. Victory for Carl Bennett’s surprise packages would take them top on goal difference with two
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Hampshire’s sailors lead the way in Round the World race
Two Hampshire sailors led the way as the Volvo Ocean Round the World Race exited the Mediterranean Sea via the Strait of Gibraltar on the second day of racing on Monday. Hamble’s Sam Davies, skipper of Team SCA, leads the narrowly bunched pack
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Sister of hostage makes Islamic State appeal
A HAMPSHIRE family have issued a fresh appeal to Islamic State extremists who are holding one of their family members hostage. Jessica Cantlie spoke out on behalf of her terminally-ill father Paul, and has urged Islamic State to “restart dialogue
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Pelle scores on Italy debut
Graziano Pelle marked his international debut for Italy with a goal as his remarkable run of form continued. The Saints striker is riding the crest of a wave since his £8m move to St Mary’s, scoring five goals for the club already and winning his
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Reed and Targett secure England tournament win
Harrison Reed and Matt Targett starred for the England under-20s as they won a four nation tournament in Holland. After victories against Germany and the host nation in the space of just a few days, England faced Turkey in the final match.
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Fire crews called to two chimney blazes
FIRE crews were called to two chimney blazes at Hampshire homes tonight. Crews from Droxford were called to a house in Pound Lane, Meonstoke at about 6.15pm and used rodding to extinguish it. At 6.40pm two fire crews from Romsey attended a
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MP criticises ferry firm in House of Commons
WIGHTLINK was under fire in the House of Commons today, accused of betraying passengers who buy expensive ‘Multilink’ tickets. Isle of Wight MP Andrew Turner staged a debate amid growing criticism of the quality of the ferry services relied upon
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No chocolate for me thanks WH Smith
MY home town of Romsey in Hamshire has a branch of WH Smith. Not an uncommon site in many towns and high streets throughout the UK, in fact a shop that is a household name. In a small market town, such as Romsey, WH Smith is the only place available
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Warmth and happiness with the Salvation Army
IN the earlier part of this month I was invited to the local Salvation Army meeting. On the morning of the meeting which was on a Sunday, I was greeted by a warm smile and heart-warming welcome. I noticed straight away the joy and happiness that
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House-building out of control in former village
NOTICES have been placed today in our cul-de-sac and surrounding roads here in Hedge End indicating that building is to commence in the near future in the large field adjacent to our residences. We are asked to comment upon the plans that the builders
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Why are roads in such poor state?
HAS anyone noticed how all our road signs are covered up with trees, and all the white road markings are worn away? Hatched boxes are nearly invisible, cars enter cycle lanes because they don’t wait behind the line, and there are potholes all over
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Parking permits offer school solution
RE. BLOCKADE front page article (Daily Echo, September 30). Residents close to Fairisle School want a solution to congested roads at school starting and finishing times. Parking permits to apply between 8.30am and 9.30am and from 3pm to 4pm
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Children’s services claims ‘inaccurate’
RETIRED social worker, Mary Sissons, writing in the Daily Echo (letters 6 October) said I should acknowledge the facts surrounding Southampton City Council’s Children’s Services Ofsted inspection. She alleges that I told the BBC that Southampton
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Sitting comfortably
MY husband is receiving treatment at Southampton General Hospital, and I would like to say a very big “thank you” to all the staff on C3 for raising £15,000 for 30 new chairs for the patients’ waiting area. Although they work extremely hard in
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Fluoridation won’t stop dental decay
WITH regard to the ongoing fluoridation scandal (Daily Echo, October 1), it is clear that one of the most difficult things is to convince those with the power to impose this scheme of the elementary fact that the purpose of a water supply is to supply
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Community publishes open letter against Immigration Street show
COMMUNITY leaders in Southampton have published an open letter calling on Channel 4 to axe controversial documentary Immigration Street. On a mobile device? Click here to read the letter >> In it, they voice fears over the impact
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Hampshire ladies lead the way in round the world race
Two Hampshire sailors led the way as the Volvo Ocean Round the World Race exited the Mediterranean Sea via the Strait of Gibraltar on the second day of racing today. Hamble’s Sam Davies, skipper of Team SCA, leads the narrowly bunched pack alongside
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Mixed fortunes of Southampton's landmarks
CHARLOTTE Place, Southampton, today is a busy traffic junction between Dorset Street and East Park Terrace, the original association of its name with royalty now forgotten. It recalls both Queen Charlotte (1744-1818), the consort of George III,
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Hill joins up to the Green party
HE is a firm fans’ favourite at the Silverlake Stadium, yet left-back Michael Green can be a source of frustration for Eastleigh boss Richard Hill. But on Saturday the 25-year-old New Forest lad won over his harshest critic with a top-notch performance
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Man in court over historic sex offences
A man has appeared in court over alleged historical sex offences against children. Andrew Hocking is charged with raping and indecently assaulting a 12-year-old girl at his former home in Fareham, between 1982 and 1984, Sussex Police said.
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Get paid to watch television programmes
TV viewers in Southampton are being given the chance to have their say on their favourite TV shows - and get paid. New research panel theviewers.co.uk is giving telly fans across the region the opportunity to earn up to £70 simply for talking about
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Hampshire roads among the worst for accidents with deer
Six Hampshire roads have today been named as being among the worst in the country for accidents involving deer. Deer are thought to be involved in as many as 74,000 collisions across the UK every year, resulting in hundreds of injuries to drivers
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Twin murder accused - 'I loved my brother'
A MAN accused of murdering his identical twin has tearfully told a court how he loved his brother. Giving evidence for the first time today, Robert Cerqua told jurors at Winchester Crown Court how he did not intend to kill his brother Christopher
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REVIEW: The Vamps, BIC, Bournemouth
THERE’S nothing teenage girls like better than a mass scream. So when the latest hot boy band’s tour rolled into Bournemouth on a soggy Sunday night they were in their element. The Vamps were formed just two years ago but they’ve already got
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Eastleigh travel to Kidderminster in FA Cup
Eastleigh will travel to Vanarama Conference rivals Kidderminster Harriers for their FA Cup fourth qualifying round tie. Richard Hill’s side will take on Harriers between two homes games against Nuneaton and Chester on Saturday October 25.
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Maxwell stars in ODI thriller
GLENN Maxwell won his second man-of-the-match award in four days after bowling a double-wicket maiden with the final over as Australia beat Pakistan by ONE run to complete a 3-0 ODI series win. The Hampshire star had followed up his match-wining
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£50,000 to explore energy centre plan at Ageas Bowl
Council chiefs are looking at installing an energy centre at the home of Hampshire cricket. Eastleigh Borough Council has been awarded £50,000 to go towards investigation into a potential district heating network based at the Ageas Bowl. The
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Best wildlife photos of the year revealed
FROM fluffy cubs to curious monkeys - some of the most magical moments in nature have been captured in photos. Marwell Wildlife have announced the winners of their fifth Photographer of the Year competition which saw hundreds of professional, amateur
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MP visits facility that offers emotional support to residents
Gosport MP Caroline Dinenage has visited a facility where volunteers give emotional support and practical advice to residents. The MP was at the Centrepeace Hub in Gosport run by members of the local church community as a listening service for
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Former councillor set to receive civic award
A FORMER councillor could be set to receive a special civic award. Geoffrey O’Neill has been put forward to receive the honour of the Freedom of the Borough in recognition of his service to Gosport residents. He was made an honorary alderman
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Campaign about sexual exploitation of children launched today
A MASSIVE awareness campaign is being planned to help home in on child sex exploitation in Hampshire as county bosses declare war on predatory abusers. Taxi firms, hotels and B&Bs will be among those targeted in an information blitz following
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Hotel could be turned into day nursery
A WINCHESTER hotel is poised to be converted into a day nursery if city councillors approve a scheme. Kevin and Julia Kelly have applied to change the Harestock Lodge Hotel on Harestock Road. The planning committee was due to make a decision
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The magnificent seven - buildings nominated from Solent Design Awards
Seven buildings are on the shortlist to be named the South Coast’s best new buildings. Museums, council offices, university buildings and schools are all in the running to win at the Solent Design Awards. The biennial awards, organised by the
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Bradley matches Saints record
Former Saints striker Bradley Wright-Phillips has now netted 25 goals for New York Red Bulls in the MLS this season, matching his total at St Mary’s. The 29-year-old tallied the same amount of goals at Southampton in more than 100 appearances,
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Cat dies after being shot by air rifle
A SECOND CAT has died after being shot by an air rifle in Holbury. The latest attack happened in Holbury on Wednesday and saw Skye Hackett’s cat Smudge put down after being shot at close range. Skye, 22, had owned the 18-month-old since April
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Elgar event
A GROUP which celebrates the work of Edward Elgar will be holding an event in Winchester next week. Broadcaster and reviewer Ian Lace will host an illustrated talk by the southern branch of the Elgar Society, on Saturday, October 25. Entitled
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Gourd heavens - giant pumpkin smashes UK record
This whopper vegetable home-grown in Hampshire has been crowned an official record breaker. Twins Ian and Stuart Paton are celebrating after their entry at this year’s Autumn Pumpkin Festival saw them smash the UK record. And this was despite
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Bus companies and local authorities up for awards
BUS companies and local authorities are celebrating after being shortlisted in the UK Bus Awards. The awards recognise and reward the achievements of the bus industry. The New Forest National Park Authority has been shortlisted in the Making
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£3.5K for residents' group
A newly formed residents’ group has received £3,500 for projects in parts of Alresford. The Nursery Road Residents Group has been awarded the money from the Community Action Fund set up by Solafields, known as the Bishop’s Sutton Solar Farm.
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Hallowe'en fright night
A night of frights will be coming to an activity centre on November 1. Woodmill Activity Centre in Southampton will hold a Hallowe’en Experience with fancy dress, apple bobbing, pumpkin carving and other Hallowe’en activities. It runs from
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Cyclists descend on Forest in huge numbers
THOUSANDS of riders cruised through the New Forest as two mass cycling events operated successfully in tandem over the weekend. See the photo gallery from the Wiggle & Gridiron >> Around 3,000 bikers donned their lycra for
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Hampshire businessman puts on his running shoes for charity
A HAMPSHIRE businessman is taking on the Great South Run for charity. Andy Miles, sales director at Whiteley-based Peach Telecom, will be one of 25,000 running the ten-mile race on October 26 and is raising cash for Autism Hampshire. He will
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Students can find their dream career at Solent Skills Festival
FROM teaching to the armed forces, and councils to the police, young people in Hampshire can find out about dozens of potential careers at a showpiece event. The Solent Skills Festival will return to Southampton for the 11th time on October 22,
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Paralympian shares his story at Southampton training day
A PARALYMPIAN from Southampton will recount his experiences of overcoming the loss of his legs when he speaks to leading barristers this month. Wheelchair rugby star Aaron Phipps was 17 when he was placed on a life support machine after he contracted
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Carers voice concerns about living in Southampton after service cuts
CARERS and those living with disabilities in Southampton have voiced their fears about life in the city following cuts to services. Members of the disabled community went to a forum at a city centre church where they spoke about how they are struggling
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Bazaar held in Romsey to raise cash for Children's Society
WET weather did not deter bargain hunters descending on Romsey Town Hall for an Autumn Bazaar in aid of the Children’s Society. Town crier Terry Hamer encouraged customers through the door and business was brisk at the stalls selling home-made
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Parking warning for parents at Thornhill Primary School
A SOUTHAMPTON school has urged parents to avoid using its neighbours’ car parks. In a statement on its website, Thornhill Primary School said it had received several complaints about parents or carers parking in spaces belonging to nearby houses
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New booklet shows history of Kings Worthy landmark
THE history of a Kings Worthy landmark has been published. The 20-page booklet details the interesting and varied history of Worthy Park House’s inhabitants, dating back to the Anglo-Saxon period. The building was once home to lords and ladies
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Plans for new home
PLANS to build a two-storey, three-bedroom house on land in Radstock Road, Southampton, have been submitted. A decision is due by December 4.
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Flats plan turned down
PROPOSALS to turn a family home in Southampton into flats have been turned down. The applicant had wanted to convert a house in Landguard Road into four flats but city council planners rejected the scheme.
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Runners to raise awareness of fostering
ONE hundred Hampshire County Council staff and carers have signed up for the Great South Run. At the event in Portsmouth on October 26 they will wear pink and orange vests promoting the council’s fostering service. Hampshire Fostercare welcomes
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Pair admit conspiring to steal bikes
TWO Southampton men were further remanded in custody pending sentence next month after admitting conspiracy charges. Joshua White, 20, and David Rolfe, 32, both of Emsworth Road, pleaded guilty at Southampton Crown Court to conspiring to enter
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MP claims brawling cabbie's ban is 'derisory'
A SOUTHAMPTON MP has described the one-month suspension of a cabbie’s licence for taking part in a mass brawl as “derisory”. Caroline Nokes says the ban handed to Satnam Roath does not go far enough after the Wild West-style fracas at the Dorchester
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Kind stranger gives couple the perfect wedding after car trouble
A SOUTHAMPTON couple had the perfect wedding following an act of kindness by a classic car owner. Dawn Knights and Andy Clarke faced disappointment when their wedding car, a 1960s Morris Minor, was cancelled just four days before the ceremony at
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New flats plan in Ringwood gets the go-ahead by just one vote
MULTI-MILLION-POUND plans to bulldoze a former town hall and replace it with 25 retirement flats have been approved – by just one vote. Councillors went against the advice of planning officers and gave an award-winning developer permission to transform
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Man admits possessing cannabis with intent to supply
A CHANDLER’S Ford man admitted possessing 20 bags of cannabis with intent to supply when he appeared at Southampton Crown Court. Alexander Horne, 22, of Bramble Hill, had bail extended until sentence on November 3.
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Park's kiosk and toilets to be upgraded
ROMSEY War Memorial Park’s ageing refreshment kiosk and toilets are to be replaced with a modern and much larger complex. Borough councillors gave a £160,000 scheme the thumbs-up at this month’s southern area planning committee. The new-look
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Oasis of the Seas - simply the best
The world may have turned a few thousand times since I first stood on the decks of Oasis of the Seas. Then it was in far off Florida as she prepared for her magnificent naming ceremony. As is the way of such events, the ship was hardly full to
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Two people cut free from cars after crash
FIREFIGHTERS had to cut two people free from cars after a two-vehicle crash. Crews were called to Boarhunt Road, Fareham, at the junction with Nine Elms Lane, where South Central Ambulance Service sent three ambulances. Three people were taken
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WIN a summer of family holidays in 2015
It was a fabulous summer both here and abroad. There are plenty of holiday memories for all of us to hold on to. And as we plan next year’s get-aways, the Daily Echo has teamed up with Canvas Holidays which is celebrating its 50th anniversary
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Man facing prison sentence over sordid images of children
A JUDGE has warned a Southampton man he faces a possible prison sentence after being found with more than 700 sordid pictures of children. David Patrick, 26, of St Winifred’s Road, admitted 12 charges of making indecent pictures and two of possessing
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Man accused of bottle attack
A NEW Forest man has appeared in court in connection with an alleged bottle attack that left another person needing nine stitches for a head injury. Miguel Costa, 20, was accused of inflicting grievous bodily harm on Sean Hannon. He also faced
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MP calls for rethink on walk-in health centre closure
A SOUTHAMPTON MP has called for the NHS to re-think plans to shut a city walk-in centre. John Denham, who represents Southampton Itchen, said he was concerned a plan to close Bitterne Walk-In Centre will force patients to go to hospital unnecessarily
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House prices to rocket over next five years
IT is the news that first-time home buyers will dread. House prices in Southampton are set to surge by 43 per cent within the next five years, according to experts. Leading economic forecasters Oxford Economics, in collaboration with Rightmove
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Forest is still a friendly place for cyclists
THEY came, they cycled, and they went home with no problems. No one can be happier with the successful completion of this weekend’s two major cycling events in the New Forest than this paper. Fears that a clash of cyclists and locals would
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Stars in town to launch this year's panto
HE told us How to Look Good Naked and now he's shown us how to make a big entrance! Style guru Gok Wan turned heads as he arrived in Southampton in a horse drawn carriage today. Accompanied by showman Brian Conley and the best dressed princess
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JLS star performing in city tonight
HE’S famous for being one fourth of one of the UK’s biggest ever boy bands. Now former JLS star Marvin Humes has packed away the colour-coordinated outfits to bring his new music project to Southampton tonight. The 29-year-old heads a new dance
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Emergency services 'fantasist' put lives at risk
A FANTASIST put people’s lives at risk by speeding round Hampshire in a makeshift ambulance, a court heard. David Maclean was described as living in a “dangerous fantasy world” racing around the county with a fake siren and blue flashing light
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Duchess of Cambridge is royal patron of new sailing charity
The Duchess of Cambridge has become royal patron of a new sailing charity. Kate, who is pregnant with her second child and suffering from severe morning sickness, described her love of sailing and said she hoped the 1851 Trust would inspire a new
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Watson: Tadic is better than Lallana
FORMER Saints star Gordon Watson insists Dusan Tadic is better than the man he has replaced, Adam Lallana. The ex-Dell favourite believes the £12m Serbian is an “upgrade” on the England international who Saints sold to Liverpool for more than twice
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Saints picture archive: David Peach in full flow, September 1978
Saints full-back David Peach carries the ball forward in his side's 3-2 win over Wolves at The Dell in September 1978. Saints' goals came from Malcolm Waldron, Ted MacDougall and Phil Boyer.
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Rush hour commuters hit as major road closed
One of Hampshire’s major commuter routes has been closed this morning. Emergency services are currently at the scene of a fallen tree in the New Forest. The tree has shut the A337 in both directions. The road is closed between the B3055
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Rower to take on ocean challenge - despite epilepsy and cancer
IT'S one of the toughest challenges in the world. More people have been into space than have rowed across the Indian Ocean. But one Hampshire man is preparing to do just that - despite suffering from epilepsy and being in remission from cancer
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Thousands of health workers strike today
IT HAS been a long and bitter dispute - and it comes to a head in Southampton today. Thousands of health workers formed picket lines in the city this morning to protest against a one per cent pay increase offer from the Government. And as reported
