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Stoke City 2-3 Southampton: In pictures

The story in pictures of Saints thrilling 3-2 Capital One Cup victory at Stoke City's Britannia Stadium. Click below for the image gallery. Stoke City 2-3 Southampton: In pictures

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Morgan and Saints team mates revel in win

Morgan Schneiderlin and his Saints teammates have been revelling in making the Capital One Cup quarter-finals. Schneiderlin tweeted a photo from his @SchneiderlinMo4 account of him and his teammates celebrating in the changing room at the Britannia

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Koeman hails his fighting Saints

Ronald Koeman hailed the spirit of his Saints team as they withstood a physical onslaught from Stoke to make it into the quarter-finals of the Capital One Cup. Saints looked to be cruising through to last eight as they led Stoke 2-0 at half time

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Saints handed quarter-final trip to the Blades

Saints were left to bemoan yet another away tie in the Capital One Cup but have a good chance of continuing their run towards Wembley. Ronald Koeman watched the draw from the press room at the Britannia Stadium after his side progressed to the

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Hampshire music stars miss out on Mercury Prize

TWO HAMPSHIRE musicians tonight narrowly missed out on scooping a prestigious music award. Singer Anna Calvi and electronic music producer East India Youth were in the running for the 2014 Barclaycard Mercury Prize. But Scottish hip hop group

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Saints reach Capital One Cup quarter-finals after Stoke thriller

Saints beat Stoke for the second time in four days to reach the quarter-finals of the Capital One Cup after a thrilling cup tie. This game was much more eventful than Saturday's 1-0 Premier League victory, with Graziano Pelle netting his second

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World's most high-tech ship arrives in Southampton

THE world's most high-tech and futuristic cruise ship has arrived in Southampton. The Quantum of the Seas is docked at the city's port shortly after 5pm to be showcased for the first time anywhere in the world. Celebrations to welcome the 167,800

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Winchester swoop for Barfoot and Sampson

WINCHESTER City have two experienced new signings waiting in the wings. The ambitious Sydenhams Premier club plan to strengthen at the expense of two of their title rivals, bringing in ex-AFC Totton and Gosport goalkeeper Gareth Barfoot from Blackfield

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Parties not players on national stage

PLAID Cymru and the SNP are unhappy that their leaders haven’t been included in the television debates to be broadcast before the next general election. However, these two parties will only be putting up candidates in Wales and Scotland respectively

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Traffic misery will hit Redbridge hard

 A NUMBER of articles and letters have been printed in the Daily Echo recently concerning the “months of misery” caused by the M27 junction three widening scheme. Should this scheme prove a success and reduce the bottleneck at this junction and

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Three crashes cause delays on motorway

PARAMEDICS treated two people after a series of car crashes on a Hampshire motorway tonight. Six  cars were involved in three separate crashed on the M3 northbound between junctions 13 and 14 near Eastleigh following the collisions at 4.10pm.

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Heartbroken mother has sentimental jewellery stolen by burglars

A MOTHER of two has been left devastated after thieves broke into her Hampshire home and stole priceless jewellery made in memory of her dead partner. Suzie Hawkins has lost a gold ring and gold rope bracelet made after her partner of seven years

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Solar farm construction begins

CONSTRUCTION has started at a Hampshire solar farm that will provide enough power for the equivalent of 11,000 homes. It is one of the largest of its kind in the country, and aims to set new environmental standards for ground-mounted solar by using

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Postcard celebrates project which united community

IT is the project that has united a Hampshire community, and now residents are celebrating after it was revealed for the first time. Over 350 people have delved through their photo albums to find memories from days gone by, which are now displayed

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Thieves steal poppy seller's car

THIEVES stole a pensioner's car while she sold poppies in a Hampshire village. A 71-year-old woman was selling pins for the Royal British Legion when thieves struck in Stockbridge, near Winchester. The owner was selling commemorative pins on

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UPDATED: Road reopened after motorbike crash causes delays

A BUSY Southampton road has reopened following a collision between a car and motorbike. Long delays were reported around the Millbrook flyover after the accident at around 2.15pm. The motorcyclist who was travelling on a Triumph motorbike is

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Rose chasing ranking personal best

Hampshire’s Justin Rose is chasing a personal best world ranking as he enters the final stages of the season. Rose is currently in eighth position, some way behind commanding leader Rory McIlroy, but is confident he can rise up the rankings as

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County's museums taken over

RESPONSIBILTY for Hampshire’s museums is to be switched to a cultural trust this Saturday.  Council bosses have handed the keys of the county’s treasures to an independent organisation in a bid to raise more funding as public finances dwindle. 

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Hampshire astronomer wins top Women of the Future Science Award

A Hampshire astronomer has won the Women of the Future Science award. It comes on the same day she took part in the BBC’s 100 Women – a day of debate, discussion and live broadcasting at BBC’s Broadcasting House from inspiring women around the

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Mog-nificent Seven all find new homes

THEY had all been dumped and left to die. These seven bright-eyed fluffy kittens were clinging on to life when they were found by a dog walker on the edge of Testwood Lakes. Their only protection from the severe winds as the tail end of Hurricane

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UPDATE: Arrest as woman found unconscious in the street with two broken arms

A WOMAN has been found unconscious in a city street having suffered two broken arms. The 62-year old was discovered on the ground by a member of the public in Peach Road, Coxford around 4pm yesterday. She had suffered two broken arms and a

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Vacancies at expanding waste firm

A WASTE firm has invested £2m to add 12 new vehicles to its rapidly expanding fleet. L&S Waste Management bought new tipper trucks, sweeper trucks, skip lorries, a roll-on roll-off vehicle, an excavator and a wheel loader to build on its recent

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Organic juice bar providing a healthy alternative

WHETHER apple and berries tickle your fancy or banana, mango and peach there’s a flavour for everyone at a new juice bar. Warren and Cheryl Scarr, of Quarry Road, St Giles Hill, Winchester, have opened Rawberry, offering a healthy food alternative

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Company's refurbishment is a sign of vibrant growth

A NEW facility at Chandler’s Ford has been refurbished – indicating a growth in manufacturing in Hampshire. Global contact lens-makers CooperVision has completed the 31,000 sq ft development in Speedwell Close following months of extensive works

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Kids should be taught about 'sexting' in schools

SEX education should be compulsory in schools to teach children about the dangers of predators and 'sexting', a Southampton professor told MPs. Roger Ingham, director of the Centre for Sexual Health Research at the University of Southampton, warned

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Mobile phones could replace census and help track Ebola-like illnesses

Mobile phone records could provide more accurate and up-to-date information than traditional census methods for keeping track of populations around the world, according to new research in Southampton. They could even be used to help tackle crisis

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Superstar performs aboard city cruise ship

Sixteen-time Grammy award-winning musician Sting has performed songs from his latest album, “The Last Ship” and new Broadway musical of the same name in New York on board Southampton liner, Queen Mary 2. The one-off performance took place in front

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Carve out a pumpkin treat

CHILDREN can get ready for Hallowe’en by carving pumpkins today from 10am to noon and 1-3pm at the Southampton City Art Gallery. Youngsters aged four and older can also listen to Valerie Thomas’ story Winnie’s Amazing Pumpkin. Places cost £6

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Helping hand for parents

THE Holding Little Hands neonatal support group meets today from 9.30am-12.30pm in the ParkLife Community Room, St James Park, Shirley for those with infants cared for at the city’s Princess Anne Hospital’s Neonatal Unit.

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Slavery talk cancelled at University

A TALK about slavery by University of the West Indies Emeritus Professor Alvin Thompson, as part of Black History Month, due to take place at the University of Southampton tomorrow has been cancelled.

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Gym users donate treats for disadvantaged children

GYM users in Southampton can donate treats for disadvantaged youngsters this Hallowe’en. Customers at the city’s PureGym are being urged to bring in packets of sweets to give to the RSPCC charity. Those donating will receive a free day pass

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Shopping centre's spooky day

FAREHAM Shopping Centre is hosting a Hallowe'en Kid's Fun Day on Friday from 10am to 4pm with Izzy Wizzy Witch balloons, face-painting, wizardy magic shows and pumpkin carving between noon and 2pm.

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Wildlife lessons for little ones

LITTLE ones will be learning about Hampshire’s wildlife. Children under five and their parents and carers can take part in nature hunts and outdoor crafts at Wildlife Tots at Testwood Lakes on the last Friday of every month. The next session

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Town starts countdown to festive lights switch-on

JOIN the crowds as a town starts its countdown to Christmas. Eastleigh will be switching on its festive lights on November 22 alongside a variety of family activities. A Christmas lights procession from 5.15pm will see residents walk through

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Upcycle your old glad-rags

FASHIONISTAS can give their old glad-rags a new lease of life. An upcycle evening takes place on Thursday, November 6, in Southampton. It is organised by the Freemantle Time Bank and runs from 6-8pm in the Freemantle and Shirley Community Centre

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School to host Bonfire Night fun

A JUNIOR school in Hampshire will be celebrating with a bang for Bonfire Night this year. Bishop’s Waltham pupils will be holding a fireworks night in the Hoe Road recreation ground, filled with entertainment including fairground rides, and a barbecue

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Switch Hampshire helps residents slash energy bills

Resdients registered with Switch Hampshire – the collective energy switching service which aims to help the planet and lower household bills for gas and electricity – have saved £220 per house, according to a report. Since last year the county

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Eco-friendly van fleet takes to the road

A HAMPSHIRE property maintenance firm is now also looking after the planet following the introduction of a new fuel-efficient fleet. Netley-based Refix Facilities Management, which serves the commercial, industrial and retail sectors, has introduced

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Fears that flooding problems could be passed downstream

A village hit by flooding earlier this year is taking steps to prevent a repeat this winter but raising fears that problems could be passed downstream. The A272 at Bramdean, near Alresford, was closed for about a month in February in the worst

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CCTV released as thieves take a box of chocolates

POLICE are appealing for witnesses following a burglary in Bishop’s Waltham after a tin of Celebrations were taken. CCTV footage has been released of the theft at a Bishop’s Waltham supermarket after four people forced their entry and stole the

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Cancer support centre due to open

A TEMPORARY home has been found for a cancer support centre in Romsey. Services at Jane Scarth House which Wessex Cancer provides end today when the charity pulls out of the town. A new charity, Romsey Cancer Support Centre, takes over running

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F1 technology used to cut bus pollution

It’s the technology used in the multi-million-pound cars driven by Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg that could now slash fuel emissions across Southampton. One Hampshire bus firm is introducing top-of-the-range motorsport technology into its fleet

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Fractured neck accident sets back pool redevelopment

A CONSTRUCTION worker claims he fractured his neck working on the redevelopment of a Hampshire swimming pool hit by a two-month delay. Robert Jones told the Daily Echo he fell two metres onto concrete as there were no safety barriers in place around

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Annual Daily Echo-backed toy appeal launched

“THIS is your chance to put a smile on a vulnerable child’s face this Christmas.” That is the message from celebrities Fred Dinenage and Matt Le Tissier as they urge people to take part in the Daily Echo-backed Southampton toy appeal 2014.

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Sack threat to former Saints boss eases

Newcastle defender Daryl Janmaat hopes the pressure affecting manager Alan Pardew has started to lift as a result of a much-needed upturn in form. A dreadful start to the campaign saw the Magpies fail to win any of their first six Barclays Premier

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Police catch 200 motorists using phones while driving

NEARLY 200 drivers have been caught flouting the law as part of a police safety sting. The campaign cracked down on those putting lives at risk by taking a call on the road. Hampshire police today revealed that 178 drivers were ticketed in

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PENNYFARTHING HOMES WIN TWO INDUSTRY AWARDS AT THEIR FIRST ATTEMPT!

Pennyfarthing Homes were delighted to hear that having entered the highly prestigious UK Property Awards for the first time; that both of their entries have won awards at these highly regarded industry awards.   The New Forest based House builders

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VIDEO: Koeman previews Stoke cup match

Ronald Koeman looks ahead to tonight's game between Saints and Stoke City in the Capital One Cup.

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Railway shut as woman falls on tracks

PASSENGERS were affected by delays in the Southampton area this morning after a woman fell near a railway line and was injured. Emergency services were called to Golden Grove in St Mary's after reports of a woman falling from a “small wall” next

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Hampshire mosque leaders condemn radicalisation of young people

Hampshire mosque leaders have condemned anyone trying to radicalise young people and encourage them to travel to Syria, Iraq or other countries where violence is used in the name of Islam. Community leaders in Portsmouth have said they will take

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Happy birthday to you - October 29

David Puckett celebrates his 54th birthday today. He made his full debut for Saints in January 1982 against Arsenal after a handful of substitute appearances and went on to make 59 appearances for the club (52 of which were off the bench).

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One of world's most luxurious ships arrives in Southampton

ONE of the world’s most luxurious and hi-tech cruise ships arrives in Southampton today. The flagship Quantum of the Seas is due to be docking at the city’s port for the first time at 5pm. The 167,800-ton, 4,180 passenger ship is one of the

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Over 100 residents discuss concerns about school plans to take over part of park

SCORES of people gathered to discuss the future of a popular playing field in Southampton in a heated public meeting. More than 100 people packed out Bitterne Park Social Club in Manor Farm Road last night to debate Bitterne Park Primary School

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£10k burglary victims slam plans to slash police budget

A FAMILY hit by a £10,000 break-in at their home have condemned plans to slash Hampshire’s police budget by millions of pounds. Burglars armed with a sledgehammer smashed their way into the house in Seymour Road, Ringwood, stealing duvets, tools

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Saints picture archive: Jason Dodd in action against Liverpool, December 1991

Saints defender Jason Dodd stops Liverpool winger Steve McManaman in his tracks as Saints draw 1-1 with Liverpool at The Dell. Alan Shearer netted for Saints early in the second half, then Jamie Redknapp equalised with 15 minutes to go.

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Scheme for 3,500 new jobs on edge of city thrown into jeopardy

A landmark master plan to create 3,600 jobs at a giant development on the outskirts of Southampton hangs in the balance. Proposals to transform disused land at Adanac Park in Nursling into a huge complex with dozens of businesses were defiantly

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Taste of sumer - still in growing in late October!

IT’S the tasty fruit traditionally associated with the lazy, hazy days of summer. Strawberries are synonymous with Wimbledon and other events held in June and July, when Britain basks in the longest and hottest days of the year. Now with the

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Le Tissier and Benali to attend book signing

Saints legends Matt Le Tissier and Francis Benali will be meeting fans and signing copies of a new book about the club tomorrow. The duo will be autographing Southampton: Match of My Life at the WestQuay branch of Waterstones, from 11am to 1pm.

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Former SAS serviceman given restraining order after row with ex-girlfriend

A SPECIAL forces serviceman turned writer was slapped with a restraining order after an argument with a former partner led to furniture being thrown out of a window. Philip Lewis Alexander Campion, a former colour sergeant in the Special Air Service

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Couzens stokes up the heat ahead of fight with Hobbs

Sam Couzens has lit the blue touch paper for his rematch with Chris Hobbs by insisting he didn’t underestimate his opponent in their drawn first fight – he just didn’t train for it. The Titchfield light heavyweight will have a highly anticipated