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Hasenhuttl says Saints 'in negotiations' over Vestergaard contract
BOSS Ralph Hasenhuttl said Saints were in negotiations with central defender Jannik Vestergaard over a new contract and added: “He still knows that we want to have him here.” Vestergaard has played a key role for Saints this season, scoring three
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Walcott gives advice to youngster Smallbone on returning from serious knee injury
SAINTS star Theo Walcott revealed how he had given advice to youngster Will Smallbone on coming back from a serious knee injury. Midfielder Smallbone saw his campaign ended in January after injuring anterior cruciate ligament during a Premier League
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Kill the Bill protest in Southampton - as it happened
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PHOTOS: Kill the Bill protest begins in Southampton
CROWDS are gathering at Southampton Guildhall Square this evening as part of 'Kill the Bill Protests. The demonstration officially started at 5.30pm. The event is expected to feature music and speeches. To follow our live blog, click here.
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Boomtown to get almost £1,000,000 in covid fund aid
ONE of the biggest festivals in the South is set to get a cash injection to help weather the coronavirus pandemic. Boomtown festival is set to receive almost £1,000,000 in Government funding. The hugely popular summer event is among 2,700 recipients
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British police aiding probe into case of missing Southampton woman
BRITISH police are assisting in the investigation into the disappearance of a 41-year-old Southampton woman who went missing from a catamaran in the US Virgin Islands more than three weeks ago. Sarm Heslop went missing from the Siren Song, a catamaran
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Why is a man riding a kayak down a Southampton street tonight?
"Will it float?" - that's the question a Southampton artist is asking at the launch of a "fun and inventive" exhibition tonight. Artist Kane Applegate will attempt to ride a kayak modified with wheels down Old Northam Road at 6pm tonight, all
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Hasenhuttl predicts 'hot transfer summer' - but expects Ings to stay at Saints
MANAGER Ralph Hasenhuttl predicted a “hot transfer summer” but expects Danny Ings to remain at Saints. The England forward, who is set to come back from injury to feature against Burnley on Sunday, has been linked with a potential move to Manchester
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Hasenhuttl waiting on Ward-Prowse fitness ahead of Burnley battle
BOSS Ralph Hasenhuttl is hopeful Saints skipper James Ward-Prowse will be available for selection against Burnley on Sunday, as he looks to recover from a calf problem. The England midfielder was left out of his national side’s victory over Poland
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READER LETTER: I live in Southampton Airport's flight path and I think the runway extension should go ahead
I HAVE always supported the runway extension plans, ever since I first became aware of them. I purchased my house in Copsewood Road, Bitterne Park, knowing full well I was choosing to live a flight path of the airport. And over the 16 years I've
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Large gorse fire breaks out in New Forest
FIREFIGHTERS have been battling a large gorse fire in the New Forest this morning. Crews were scrambled to tackle a fire which broke out near Hill Top off Beaulieu Road. A large area of heathland was engulfed in flames at around 8am.
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Crowds flock to Southampton park in 'covid breach'
CROWDS of youths flocked to a Southampton city centre park last night in "breach of Covid-19" regulations. More than 100 people descended on Hoglands Park on Thursday night. On arrival, police found groups playing loud music and drinking.
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Can you believe it's been 20 years since this Above Bar store disappeared?
THIS week marked the 20th anniversary since the departure of one of the best-loved clothing stores in Southampton – C&A. The store opened more than 65 years ago when customers were eager to be among the first to shop to at Southampton's newest
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Drunken patient assaulted NHS staff trying to help him
A MAN has been jailed for 15 months for attacking five emergency workers who tried to help him after he was found drunk in Southampton city centre. Heroin and crack cocaine addict Paul Deacon assaulted police, paramedics and nurses - leaving three
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Easter weekend rules: What you can and can't do this bank holiday
AS LOCKDOWN restrictions are lifted, Hampshire residents have a little more freedom to enjoy this Easter bank holiday weekend. However, there are still a number of measures in place to ensure people stay safe and protect their loved ones. Can
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Fund set to be launched to help build resilience and protect vulnerable in South
A NEW fund is set to be launched to build resilience and protect vulnerable people across the South. On Tuesday, Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN) will be launching its £200,000 Resilient Communities Fund. Non-profit organisations
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My glorious Southampton garden is very much my happy place
"IT'S very much my happy place." Gemma Chambers loves spending time in her Southampton garden as it helps her switch off from the stresses and strains of the real world! She said: "I love watching it change both through the seasons and on a
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It's the closest feeling to flying without taking off, says cycling enthusiast
"IT is the closest feeling to flying you can get." Nick Prendiville's love of travel by two wheels leaves him feeling that the sky's the limit. Nick, who lives in Ocean Village, owns a Bianchi Oltre XR4 nicknamed Celeste and he likes nothing
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Almost half of Southampton have received at least first Covid jab
Nearly half of people in Southampton have received their first dose of a Covid-19 vaccine, figures reveal. NHS data shows 97,828 people had received a vaccine jab by March 28 – equating to 48% of those aged 16 and over, according to the latest
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Developer wants to scrap plan for £1m bridge serving luxury housing scheme
A DEVELOPER has come under fire for failing to build a £1m bridge that would serve a luxury housing development in an upmarket Hampshire town. Redrow was given planning permission for the Lymington Shores scheme in 2012 on condition it provided
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Southampton homes are standing empty (and one is infested with pigeons)
A CAMPAIGN group is calling for thousands of empty homes in Southampton to be used to help solve the national housing crisis. Action on Empty Homes says it is "exceptionally worrying" that more than 500,000 UK properties are vacant while tens of
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BBC, ITV and more: The best shows to watch over Easter
Easter Bank Holiday weekend is here and when you've had your fill of barbecues and the sunny weather there is plenty on the box to keep you entertained. The TV schedule may not be as jammed packed this year compared to previous years given the
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'Naked man in bondage gear' seen lurking at New Forest beauty spot
A "NAKED man wearing bondage gear" has been seen lurking around a popular New Forest beauty spot. Police have confirmed they received a report regarding a "suspicious man" at 1.57pm on Thursday near Bolton's Bench in Lyndhurst. A social media
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Budget-friendly activities GUARANTEED to entertain the kids over Easter
ARE you looking for a budget-friendly way to keep your youngsters entertained this half-term? Keeping little ones busy doesn't need to cost the earth, there are plenty of fun ways to create special memories for your family that are easy on the
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Police and local authority explain how far people can travel under 'Stay Local' message
HAMPSHIRE police and a local authority have explained how far people can travel following the new "Stay Local" rule this week. From Monday (March 29), some restrictions that have been in place for nearly three months changed as Hampshire and the
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BBQs at the ready? Here's your Easter Weekend weather forecast
Easter weekend has coincided with the easing of lockdown restrictions, meaning up to six people from different households can meet in parks and gardens. New rules from March 29 - what you can and can't do An unlimited number of people
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'It's a shambles': M27 smart motorway scheme delayed by up to six months
CONTROVERSIAL works to change a Hampshire motorway into a smart motorway have been delayed by up to six months. Work on the M27 between junctions 4 and 11 has been pushed back due to calls made by Transport Secretary Grant Shapps. The smart
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Southampton city centre road set to get facelift with explosion of colour
A SOUTHAMPTON road is getting a colourful facelift bringing a new vibrancy to what would be a dull area. Carlton Place in Bedford Place is being transformed over the next few days and will add a pop of colour where many would least expect.
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Construction firm reveals £5m loss – but says it's already profitable again
A BUILDING contractor behind a host of high-profile local developments has revealed a £5million loss but said it has returned to profit. Stepnell, which has a regional office in Chandlers Ford, has revealed the loss in its accounts for 2019-20 but
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Top 10 priciest streets in and around Southampton revealed
A REAL estate company has revealed the top 10 priciest streets in and around Southampton. The areas most expensive streets have been put together by real estate company, Zoopla and shows that all but one street is located in the SO16 postcode.
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Hampshire countryside visitors urged to 'stay safe and sensible' this weekend
VISITORS to Hampshire countryside this weekend are being urged to "stay safe and sensible". With Covid-19 restrictions beginning to ease in the coming weeks, Hampshire County Council is urging people to follow the rules and respect the countryside
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Amazon Prime announce new TV series and films coming in April
With Amazon Prime, Netflix Disney+ and Now TV, we have been spoiled for choice when it comes to TV series and films of late. But as lockdown restrictions begin to ease, people will still be on the hunt for new TV show and films to get them through