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Lane closed and queues building after crash on M3
ONE lane closed and traffic is queuing after a crash on the M3 northbound carriageway this afternoon. Just before 4pm today (Friday) it was reported that there had been an accident just after junction 12 near Eastleigh. One lane is currently
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Vestergaard completes £15million Leicester switch
JANNIK Vestergaard has completed his £15million move to Leicester City. The centre-back departs Saints after three years, having scored four goals in 79 appearances. The two clubs agreed a fee earlier this week, with the deal finalised today
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How Saints and opponents Everton fare in Premier League opening weekends
THE Premier League 2021-22 campaign is nearly upon us with Saints’ trip to Everton Saturday – but how have both sides fared in previous opening weekend fixtures? Analysis from BetVictor has shown that, in the last ten seasons, Manchester City are
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Hampshire man charged following shoplifting investigation
A HAMPSHIRE man has been charged following a shoplifting investigation. Police investigating a series of shoplifting incidents in the Totton and Hythe areas have arrested and charged a man. Liberty George Cooper, aged 49, of Water Lane, Totton
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Rodriguez among five Everton players set to miss Saints clash due to self-isolation
JAMES Rodriguez is one of five Everton players currently self-isolating who will miss tomorrow's Premier League opener with Saints, boss Rafa Benitez confirmed. Colombian star Rodriguez impressed following his move from Real Madrid last summer,
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Traffic building around city ferry port as crossing delayed by up to 45 minutes
TRAFFIC is building around Southampton's ferry terminal due to an up-to 45 minute delay for vehicle crossings. Red Funnel says the vehicle ferry from it's terminal in Town Quay to the Isle of Wight is delayed from between 30 and 45 minutes.
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Southampton family 'devastated' after dog killed in alleged hit and run
A SOUTHAMPTON family has been left devastated after their pet dog was killed in an alleged hit and run incident. Gemini the French Bulldog was killed instantly during her late-night walk on Ellwood Avenue. Motorcyclist injured in alleged
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Woman charged with possessing offensive weapon after police stopped car in Eastleigh
A WOMAN has been charged with possession of an offensive weapon after a stop search by police. Alexandra Elizabeth Mairis, 30, of Alexander Square, Eastleigh, has been charged with possession of a bladed article in a public place. This comes
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Rail passengers facing nine days of disruption - starting tomorrow
RAIL passengers in the south are facing nine days of disruption - starting tomorrow. Network Work is spending £22m on upgrading the Arun Valley line by replacing 1980s track and infrastructure as well as cleaning, refurbishing and redecorating
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Man charged with theft of safe from Winchester Cathedral
A MAN has been charged with theft after a safe was stolen from Winchester Cathedral. David Rolfe, 40, of no fixed abode, has been charged with burglary other than dwelling – theft. The charge relates to an incident at around 5pm on Monday August
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Bournemouth linked with move for Saints striker Obafemi
BOURNEMOUTH have "set their sights" on a move for Saints striker Michael Obafemi, according to a report by Football Insider. Obafemi, 21, is understood to have just one year remaining on his contract at St Mary's. The Republic of Ireland international
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Delays on approach to Southampton bridge as lane closed for works
DELAYS are building near a Southampton bridge that is currently closed for roadworks. There are currently delays of around 20 minutes for motorists travelling close to Redbridge. This is due to an ongoing lane closure eastbound on Redbridge
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Ralph on Vestergaard replacement hunt: 'We do have a list. We will do something'
MANAGER Ralph Hasenhuttl has responded to transfer speculation regarding Jannik Vestergaard’s replacement to ease concerns, insisting: “We do have a list. We will do something, that is clear.” With the tall centre-back’s impending transfer to Leicester
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Armstrong delcares himself 'fit and ready' ahead of Everton Premier League clash
ADAM Armstrong is looking to make an immediate impact in a Saints shirt and has declared himself “fit and ready”, insisting: “I won’t shy away, I’ll be entertaining fans.” The 24-year-old striker has revealed how he has had a full pre-season campaign
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One in 10 patients caught Covid in hospital during first wave
One in 10 UK patients contracted Covid-19 while receiving treatment in hospitals during the first wave of the coronavirus pandemic, new research suggests. Residential community care hospitals and mental health hospitals were found to have higher
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KFC issue urgent food warning to customers in the UK
KFC has issued a concerning message to fans of its secret blend of 11 herbs and spices across the UK. The fried chicken chain has warned customers that it is once again running out of food. Weeks of disruption to distribution across the UK
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Amazon announce Lord Of The Rings series will be moving to the UK
The highly-anticipated Lord Of The Rings series has already been commission for a second series and it’s coming to the UK, Amazon has announced. The as-yet-untitled, big-budget series based on JRR Tolkien’s books has finished filming in New Zealand
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Hasenhuttl responds to James Ward-Prowse transfer speculation
MANAGER Ralph Hasenhuttl insisted it was “normal” clubs would be interested in skipper James Ward-Prowse – but does not expect him to be leaving Saints any time soon. The Daily Echo understands the south coast side last month turned down a £25million
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Hampshire suffer heavy Royal London One Day Durham defeat in vital match
BIG performances from Chris Rushworth and Graham Clark booked Durham's place in the Royal London Cup semi-finals after the hosts crushed Hampshire by nine wickets at Emirates Riverside, with the visitors requiring a win to get through. Rushworth
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Garden waste collection staff shortages not due to Covid says New Forest Council
NEW Forest District Council has announced that it is unable to recommence its garden waste collection services due to “continued staff shortages”. A council spokesperson said: “We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. We are continuing
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Ralph on Obafemi's uncertain future: 'I don't want to make the mistake'
RALPH Hasenhuttl offers an uncertain transfer update on the future of young striker Michael Obafemi but did admit: “I don't want to make the mistake of letting players go.” The 21-year-old Republic of Ireland striker had a breakthrough Premier
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Plymouth shooting: Boris Johnson issues statement after six die in Keyham
Boris Johnson has said his thoughts are with the family and friends of the victims of the shooting in Plymouth on Thursday night. The Prime Minister also thanked the emergency services who responded to the incident in a post on social media.
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Communities to be brought together for Southampton Love Music Hate Racism event
COMMUNITIES are due to be brought together through music as a Love Music Hate Racism event comes to Southampton. An array of local musicians are due to take to the stage alongside speakers on racism and equality tomorrow as Trifest heads to Riverside
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Residents urged to be vigilant after spate of thefts from vehicles
RESIDENTS are being urged to be extra vigilant after a spate of thefts from vehicles. Police say there has recently been a rise in the number of thefts from vehicles in recent days in Denmead. Officers have received a number of reports in the
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What do I do if an animal is run over in the New Forest? Advice for drivers as fatalities rise
ADVICE has been given to motorists in the New Forest as rise in crashes involving animals is expected. Police in the area have said that there is normally a rise at this time of year in crashes involving animals including deer, horses and ponies
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Arrest and items seized in town after person seen selling items from carrier bag
A PERSON has been arrested after they were seen selling items from a bag in a town centre. Yesterday, police in Fareham said they had arrested a person who had been seen selling items from a carrier bag. The individual has been arrested on
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Works begin on installing new £900k MRI scanner at New Forest hospital
WORKS have begun to install a new 'state of the art' MRI scanner worth over £900k at a New Forest hospital. The new Siemens ‘Magnetom’ MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) scanner is being installed at Lymington New Forest Hospital. This comes
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Saints' loan-signing Broja: 'Dynel said it's a very good club with good people'
NEW loan-signing Armando Broja can’t wait to get started with Saints and insists “I was really excited to join Southampton, it’s amazing for a young player to experience being in a Premier League team.” The 19-year-old striker has joined on a temporary
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How Saints could line up in Premier League opener vs Everton
WITH manager Ralph Hasenhuttl confirming that he has a fully fit squad to select from aside from youngster Will Smallbone, attentions turn to Everton. Saints travel to Goodison Park on the opening weekend of the 2021-22 Premier League season with
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Fundraising gala this weekend to support Southampton birth centre
A fundraising gala will be held this Saturday (Aug 14) to support a Southampton birth centre. The event will be held at BTC Football Club on Stoneham Lane between 11am and 5pm and will be raise funds for Broadlands Birth Centre at the Princess
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Hampshire artist is chosen to join prestigious society
AN ARTIST whose work has been enjoyed by Hampshire people during his annual open studio in Winchester has been elected to a prestigious society. Keith Bennett has been elected as a member of the prestigious Pastel Society following their Annual
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HMV, Disney Store, Mango... These are the stores YOU want to come to Southampton
RETAILERS across Hampshire and the rest of the country have had a tough time during the covid pandemic. Many high street retailers have been forced to close their doors for good. Take a walk around Southampton and it won't take long to
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Woman and her pet attacked by dogs on Southampton Common
A DOG was attacked and a woman ‘pulled to the ground’ in a busy Southampton park in broad daylight. Police are now searching for a man following the alleged incident on Southampton Common near the boating lake. Tracy Pearce, 50, was reportedly
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Hasenhuttl confirms Vestergaard set to make Leicester switch
MANAGER Ralph Hasenhuttl confirmed defender Jannik Vestergaard was set to exit Saints to join Leicester and added: “It is for us to replace him.” The Daily Echo understands a £15million fee has been agreed between the clubs for the Denmark international
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Alternative Southampton Mela Festival set to go ahead
AN alternative version of Southampton's celebrated Mela Festival will take place in 2021. A hybrid of events, both live and virtual, will replace the live Mela, which has suffered another Covid cancellation. A range of pop up events will get
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Maggot invasion leaves Southampton residents suffering sleepless nights
SOUTHAMPTON residents are suffering sleepless nights due to an invasion of maggots. ‘Thousands’ of squirming maggots have infested a block of flats in Lockerley Crescent. They can be seen wriggling around in the communal area of the council-run
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The 16th century riverside pub that's the perfect place for a hearty meal
COSY, charming and full of history. That’s how The Fish Inn has been described. Located on the outskirts of Ringwood, the 16th century thatched, riverside pub managed by Butcombe Brewery is the ideal location for a hearty, traditional pub meal
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This is the area of Southampton Common which is closed tomorrow for festival
THIS is the area of Southampton Common which will close tomorrow as thousands of festival goers head into the city. Taking place tomorrow from 11am, Let's Rock will be taking over part of the public space for the first big music event in the city
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Eastleigh Pride set to return 'bigger and better' after last year's cancellation
EASTLEIGH Pride is expected to return ‘bigger and better’ than ever after a year away due to Covid-19. Pride, which is held at the Leigh Road Recreation Ground was cancelled in 2020, but now organisers are expecting more than double the visitors
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Plans put forward to build over 30 new homes near village road
PLANS have been submitted for the creation of over 30 new homes in a Hampshire village. Vistry Group has submitted a planning application to Eastleigh Borough Council to request permission to build 35 new homes on the former Treetops Nurseries
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In Pictures: Southampton students celebrate GCSE results
THOUSANDS of students across Southampton and Hampshire breathed a sigh of relief yesterday as months of uncertainty came to an end on GCSE results day. After a tough 18 months of disruption to their education, teenagers discovered what their grades
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Man banned from Southampton street under domestic abuse powers
A SOUTHAMPTON man has been banned from entering a city street. Ravell Simon Roach has been hit with a domestic violence protection order. It means he must not go to Saturn Close. The 33-year-old of Millers Pond Gardens is subject to the
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Pub comes under police spotlight and officer asks for boss to be removed
A WINCHESTER pub has come under the police spotlight after incidents of public nuisance which could see its boss stripped of his position. As previously reported, The Exchange, in Southgate Street, will have its licence reviewed by Winchester City
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Man who has history of attacking emergency workers is jailed
A MAN who has a history of attacking emergency workers has been jailed for 30 weeks. Declan John Gleeson, 25, appeared at Winchester Crown Court where he pleaded guilty to a raft of offences. In January and February this year Gleeson assaulted
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New routes to connect Southampton's cycle network to New Forest
MORE cycle paths will help to connect the New Forest to Southampton in a bid to get people out on their bikes. Through the Transforming Cities Fund, Hampshire County Council is looking to provide cycle route improvements between Eling and Holbury
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'It's horrific for kids': Southampton reacts to 'dog barbeque' protest
A PROTEST by animal rights group PETA depicting a realistic model of a dog being barbecued in Southampton city centre has sparked mixed reactions from the public. The protesters 'roasted' the dog outside Westquay Shopping Centre on Above Bar Street
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One man busking sensation Cam Cole announces Southampton tour date
ONE-man band busking sensation Cam Cole is taking his heavy blues and rock-and roll show from the street to the stage for his first ever UK tour. He will appear at The Joiners in Southampton on Monday September 27. After many viral internet
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Billy Bragg will play Southampton this autumn
ARTIST and political campaigner Billy Bragg will play Southampton later this year. The singer songwriter, who has just released his new single Ten Mysterious Photos That Can't Be Explained, is set to perform at the city's 02 Guildhall on October