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Win a pair of tickets to Katherine Jenkins Summer Prom
Win a pairs of tickets to Katherine Jenkins Summer Prom on Sunday 22nd August –at Embley, near Romsey, Hampshire! Classical superstar Katherine Jenkins OBE is headlining a special open-air summer concert of classical music, musical theatre, and
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Win tickets to Cafe Mambo Ibiza's outdoor evening near Romsey
Win a pairs of tickets to Café Mambo Ibiza’s outdoor evening of music at Embley near Romsey on Saturday August 21. The iconic electronic and dance music brand will bring a slice of Ibiza to Hampshire for this one-day summer festival. Partygoers
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'Avoid the area' - Crews called to garage fire in Southampton
FIRE crews called to a garage blaze in Southampton have asked locals to 'avoid the area'. Teams from Hightown Fire Station are currently at the scene on Leybourne Avenue. They were called at 4.25pm. In a tweet they said: "Please avoid the
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Man handed court summons following death of pony in crash
A HAMPSHIRE man must appear at court following the death of a New Forest pony in a crash. A 25-year-old man from Woodgreen near Fordingbridge has been reported for summons for driving without due care and attention. It comes following the death
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Hampshire Fare launch 30th anniversary hampers
County food group Hampshire Fare has collaborated with the New Forest Hamper Company to launch an exclusive collection of hampers to showcase Hampshire produce and celebrate Hampshire Fare’s 30th anniversary. Tracy Nash, commercial manager, Hampshire
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Right to work checks
Right to Work Checks The UK Home Office has produced a new video to help employers with the new ‘right to work check’ process which began on 1 July 2021. The video guides employers through the new process, including details of what applicant
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Hampshire man arrested on suspicion of poaching
A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of poaching after getting caught on private land. A 24-year-old man from Romsey has been arrested after he was suspected of fishing on private grounds. He was caught by an officer patrolling Leckford near
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Met Office issue UK weather warning ahead of mini heatwave in coming weeks
Thunderstorms and heavy showers will hit the UK once again this week ahead of a return of sunshine in the coming weeks. Brits should prepare to face continued extreme weather conditions across the coming days, according to the Met Office. It's
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Blackburn boss Mowbray confirms transfer interest in Saints' Obafemi
BLACKBURN Rovers boss Tony Mowbray has confirmed the club’s interest in Saints striker Michael Obafemi, admitting: “I have watched him for the last three months." Championship Rovers are set to lose Adam Armstrong to the Premier League side, with
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Blackburn manager Tony Mowbray says 'there's not much to prevent' Armstrong deal
BLACKBURN Rovers manager Tony Mowbray has offered an update on Adam Armstrong after Saints agreed a fee for his transfer, saying: “I’m not sure there’s not much to prevent that deal going through.” The 24-year-old striker scored 28 in 40 Championship
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Witness appeal after motorcyclist suffers serious injuries in Southampton crash
POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a motorcyclist suffered serious injuries in a crash. At around 7.20pm yesterday, August 8, a Dacia Sandero and Yamaha R1 were involved in a crash in Town Quay. Emergency services attended and the motorcyclist
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"This isn't a post I ever thought I'd have to write": Heartbreaking update from Delays frontman
SOUTHAMPTON pop star, artist and poet Greg Gilbert is in the care of nurses at Mountbatten Hampshire hospice. The Delays frontman has sent a heartfelt message to his legions of fans worldwide via social media updating them on his cancer treatment
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Crashing causing 35 minute delays on Hampshire road
A CRASH is blocking a major Hampshire road causing heavy delays. One lane of the westbound A31is blocked near Ringwood following a crash earlier today. Motorists are being warned of 35-minute delays and heavy traffic backing up to Stoney Cross
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Saints B team's final friendly vs Yeovil Town cancelled due to Covid cases
SAINTS B team final pre-season friendly at Yeovil Town has been cancelled due to positive Covid-19 tests in the opposition camp. Dave Horseman's side were due to complete their 2021/22 preparations on Tuesday night, but will no longer make the
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Saints closing in on loan deal for Chelsea forward Broja
SAINTS are in talks with Chelsea over a deal to sign striker Armando Broja on a loan deal, the Daily Echo understands. The 19-year-old spent last season out on loan at Vitesse Arnhem in Holland, scoring 10 goals in 30 appearances. He returned
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MISSING: Search launched to find woman with links to Southampton
A SEARCH has been launched to find a woman who could be in the Southampton area. Keisha Thomas was reported missing on Wednesday, July 28. According to police, the 45-year-old could have been in the Southampton and Portsmouth areas over the
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'A number of clubs interested' in Saints striker Obafemi, report suggests
THE future of young Saints striker Michael Obafemi is still unresolved with ‘a number of clubs interested’ according to reports. The 21-year-old forward started in the pre-season friendly against Athletic Bilbao at the weekend, but The Telegraph
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More than 750 police officers were deployed to stop traveller racing near Micheldever in June
MORE than 750 police officers were deployed to stop horse and trap racing along a three-mile stretch of the A33 near Micheldever across two weekends this summer, new data has revealed. Of those 760 police officers, 175 were drafted in from four
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British holidaymakers hit by strict new rules when travelling to France
British holidaymakers face being banned from attractions when travelling to France. Brits heading to the popular European holiday destination could be stpped from entering bar, pubs and restaurants under strict new plans from Emmanuel Macron.
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Met Office issues thunderstorm weather warning for Southampton
A THUNDERSTORM weather warning has been issued for the Southampton area today. The yellow Met Office warning is in place from midday until 9pm today, although lightning is only forecast in Southampton itself at 1pm. The warning says: "There
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The UK's favourite family friendly destinations for 2021 revealed
The Scottish Highlands, St. Ives and London have been revealed as the UK’s most Family Friendly Destinations 2021, as part of Vrbo’s Family Friendly Destinations 2021 campaign. Over 4,000 votes from members of the British public were gathered to
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Netflix announce new TV series and films coming to the platform this week
Netflix users have been spoilt for choice this month with an array of new movies and TV shows coming to the streaming platform. There are so many streaming services available these days, thanks to Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney+, Now TV, we are
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How to appeal your A-Level and GCSE results if you are not happy on results day
Thousands of students will be finding out their A-Level and GCSE results this week after sitting no examinations dure to the pandemic. The government announced in January that students would not take national GCSE, AS and A level exams this summer
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Aldi to create more than 2,000 jobs ahead of Christmas - how to apply
Aldi has announced plans to create more than 2,000 jobs across the UK between now and Christmas. The supermarket, which currently has over 920 stores and employs around 38,000 people, is pushing ahead with plans to open more than one new store
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Overturned vehicle on M3 slip road in Winchester is causing delays
AN OVERTURNED vehicle is causing traffic to build up in Winchester. The incident has blocked one lane on the entry slip road for Junction 9, Winnall, off the M3. Hampshire County Council's travel information service ROMANSE says delays are
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Blackburn accept Saints bid for striker Armstrong
SAINTS have had a bid accepted by Blackburn Rovers for striker Adam Armstrong, the Daily Echo understands. Armstrong has been linked with a move to St Mary's all summer, with one bid of £8million reportedly turned down, as the Lancashire side pushed
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Saints fans' joyous reactions to Adam Armstrong accepted bid
WITH news breaking that Saints have reportedly had a bid accepted for Blackburn Rovers striker Adam Armstrong, fans have breathed a huge sigh of relief. The 24-year-old Newcastle-born forward scored 28 goals in 40 Championship fixtures last season
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Motorcyclist seriously injured after crash at Town Quay
A motorcyclist was seriously injured in a crash in Town Quay last night. The rider was taken to hospital following the collision with a car around 7.20pm on Sunday. A spokesperson for Hampshire Police said: "The rider of the motorcycle, a man
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Hampshire's hopes still alive after win over Kent
HAMPSHIRE'S hopes of qualifying for the knock-out stages of the Royal London Cup are still alive after they coasted to a six-wicket win over Kent Spitfires at Beckenham. Ian Holland ripped out Kent’s top order with four for 12 as the hosts failed
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Missing diver from Hampshire named as searches continue off Dorset coast
EMERGENCY services are continuing to search for a diver who went missing off the coast of Purbeck in Dorset over the weekend. Carvalho Ildelindo da Silveira, aged in his 60s and from Bramdean in Hampshire, was diving off the coast of Lulworth Cove
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Why you should not always use petrol from the supermarket
When it comes to keeping your car on the road, many people will opt to fill up at supermarkets over big name brands, in an effort to save a few pounds. However, could this be bad for your car? While all unleaded fuel sold in the UK conforms
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Farewell to a Leeds and England legend who made his mark at Saints
HE was a Leeds and England footballing legend who had a lesser known but lasting impact behind the scenes at Saints. Celebrated former defender Terry Cooper has died at the age of 77. He first joined Southampton as an assistant to Graeme Souness
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Southampton one of top places for homes over a million pounds outside London
New research has suggested Southampton has one of the highest numbers of properties selling for more than a million pounds outside of London. A year's worth of data appears to suggest Southampton follows Oxford as the postcode with the most homes
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18 stunning pictures from our talented Camera Club
Our talented Camera Club have been taking some stunning images recently. From wildlife to flowers to eye-catching landscapes, the beautiful images bring home what a wonderful place of the world we live and work in. Which picture is your favourite
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School students save man's life whilst on expedition for Duke of Edinburgh award
STUDENTS of a town school have been described as "crucially important" in saving a man's life. Six students from Boundary Oak Independent School in Fareham were on their first leg of their planned trek as part of their Duke of Edinburgh expedition
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Could Hampshire be carbon neutral by 2050? That's the plan
PLANS are being set in motion to make Hampshire carbon neutral by 2050. Hampshire County Council has agreed to commence work on a new environment strategy, in a bid to tackle long-term climate change. Without action, it is believed that global
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Would you like more skate parks?
RESIDENTS are being asked for their thoughts on plans for future skate parks in a Hampshire town. Eastleigh Borough Council is asking residents about the proposals that come after vandalism to the Freespace facility last year. The Eastleigh
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A letter from an unhappy Saints season ticket holder
ONCE again the season is just about to begin and we lose our best striker in Danny Ings. I thought that when Ralph committed himself to Southampton FC his job was to take us forward maybe top 8 finish. I can’t envisage this occurring this season
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'Millbrook is being neglected': Thefts and break-ins spark community calls for more police
SOUTHAMPTON residents are calling for more police on the streets after a spate of thefts and ‘smash and grab’ break-ins. Millbrook residents say they feel ‘neglected’ and want to see more visible policing following a reported spike in community
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Review: Wickham Festival celebrated return of live music in best - and muddiest - way
MONSOON downpours, mud and first day issues did not matter at all once the music started at Wickham Festival. After so long without live music, revellers - which included myself - were able to deal with whatever the weather threw at them to satiate
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'It’s not good for Calmore...I don't know the answer'
Calls have been made for more to be done to stop dozens of people gathering for car meets in Calmore. Police broke-up a car meet at Calmore Industrial Estate on Saturday night. Officers found more than 100 people gathered with their vehicles
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Space mission: Students invited to enter technology competition
AN AEROSPACE engineering company is encouraging Southampton university students to take their first steps into space. Leonardo, based at First Avenue in the city, wants applications for a space technology competition aimed at attracting people
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'There are currently no plans to cancel Southampton Pride'
Organisers of Southampton Pride have reassured followers after events in London and Brighton were cancelled this year. Southampton Pride is due to take place on Saturday August 28 with a new parade route and other events during the day. Last
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REVIEW: Goodbye beer-stained carpets and hello to famous burgers and new owners
A SOUTHAMPTON pub famous for its burgers has reopened under a new owner. The Rockstone has been ranked among some of the best eateries in the city to grab a burger time and time again. Facing the stop-start challenges of the covid crisis it
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Nursery rated inadequate criticised for 'undermining children's health and welfare'
A CHILDCARE provider has been criticised again, just a month after it closed a Winchester nursery following welfare concerns. Casa dei Bambini Day Nursery, in St John’s Street, Winchester, has seen its rating fall from ‘good’ to ‘inadequate’ after
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New Lotto launched with chance to win £25,000 and help local good causes
A LOTTERY which will support at least 30 Southampton charities, community groups and good causes has been launched with six £25,000 prizes up for grabs. Tickets are now on sale for SO:Lotto and you can sign up to take part from £1 per week.
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Two high street buildings sell in auction bidding wars
TWO high street buildings in Hampshire have sold in auction bidding wars. A two-storey building at 11 High Street, Eastleigh, went for £261,000 in an auction by land and property auctioneers Clive Emson – £41,000 above the lower end of the guide
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Saints 'keen on loan deal for sensational Oxlade-Chamberlain return'
SAINTS are reportedly keen to re-sign midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain on loan. talkSPORT claim the St Mary’s side are looking at the England international, who left St Mary’s 10 years ago today to join Arsenal. Oxlade Chamberlain made his
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Need help finding a job after the pandemic? Welcome to Southampton Jobs Week
HELP is on its way for residents looking for a job as the inaugural Southampton Jobs Week is due to get underway. The event, being run by Southampton City Council, is set to be launched on Monday and will run until Friday. Organised by the
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Hampshire residents to be among first to benefit from rural broadband investment
HAMPSHIRE residents will be among the first to benefit from a massive investment in the future of rural broadband. The leader of the county council, Cllr Keith Mans, has welcomed a government funding boost that aims to ensure broadband reaches
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Hampshire businesses among 191 named by Government for minimum wage breaches
HAMPSHIRE businesses have been named by the Government on a list highlighting alleged minimum wage breaches. The Department for Business (BEIS) published the names of 191 companies who it says failed to pay £2.1 million. Of those, three businesses
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'Stop playing Russian roulette with our ponies' pleads 'devastated' owner
THE devastated owner of a pony killed in a crash in the New Forest has warned drivers to “stop playing Russian Roulette with our ponies.” Sarah Weston, the owner of four-year-old pony named Juma said she feels “devastated and defeated” following
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Football club scores another victory - with a new clubhouse on the way
A HAMPSHIRE football club has scored another victory - planning permission for a clubhouse and hospitality building. Totton and Eling FC has been given the go-ahead to build the timber-framed facility at its ground off Salisbury Ground, Calmore
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Civic chiefs reject plan to install 'oversized' dormer window
PLANS to upgrade an historic Hampshire cottage by installing a dormer window have been turned down. The New Forest National Park Authority (NPA) has refused an application relating to Rose Cottage in Forest Road, Burley. A report to members
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Airport runway will be delayed due to ongoing legal challenge
A LEGAL challenge is set to delay the construction of the extended runway at Southampton Airport. An application for a judicial review was submitted to the High Court last month by a company under the name of GOESA Ltd. Set up by the opposition