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Queen's representative presents sustainability award to Southern Co-op
DRESSED in full uniform, complete with ceremonial sword, HM Lord-Lieutenant of Hampshire paid a special visit to Southern Co-op to present the Queen's Award for Enterprise. Praising the independent co-operative for its strong values, the Lord-Lieutenant
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Solent LEP sponsors I-Construct to inspire young people to enter construction industry
SCHOOLCHILDREN are being invited to an event where they can explore a future career in civil engineering, at a two-day skills workshop this autumn, supported by the Solent Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP). The I-Construct event will be held at
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Morris ready to face opponents again after historic moment sealed with Ward-Prowse tribute
ELLA Morris has got history with upcoming opponents Bristol City. Good history, in the most significant season of Saints Women’s history so far. Marauding forward in the very first minute of extra time, at St Mary’s, the defender netted a rare
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Retired star McQueen honest on 'scary world' as club confirm his return as coach
FORMER Saint Sam McQueen has opened up on taking a new role as a coach with the club’s academy, admitting: “The reality of the outside world without football is quite scary.” The 27-year-old Saints academy graduate was forced to retire from playing
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Arctic Monkeys heading for Southampton - and possibly Winchester as well
ARCTIC Monkeys are set to appear at the Ageas Bowl as part of their biggest UK and Irish tour to date. The English rock band, widely regarded as one of the first groups to come to public attention via the Internet, will perform at the home of Hampshire
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Ballard continues meteoric rise with two goals on first England U18 start
YOUNG striker Dom Ballard scored twice on his first start for England under-18, firing his side to a 2-1 victory over Faroe Islands. The 17-year-old forward received a first call-up to the age group after stellar form saw him nominated for the
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Man due in court for raping Totton teenager named by police
A MAN has been charged with raping a teenage girl in Totton. Denis Huel Kadena, of Yorke Street in Southsea, has been remanded in custody in connection with the incident. The 33-year-old has been charged with two counts of rape and one count
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Police release CCTV images after Southampton break-in
POLICE have released two CCTV images of a man they want to speak to about a burglary in Southampton. A break-in occurred at a property in Hill Lane, Shirley, on Monday, May 23 between midnight and 6.10am. A burglar gained entry through the
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Supermarket says it will 'continue to trade' despite council report warning it would quit
A SUPERMARKET chain has said it will continue to trade in its Gosport branch after its lease ends - despite a council report saying it would quit. Slough Borough Council owns the Waitrose building in Stoke Road and wants to sell it off. A report
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Woman charged after boy sexually assaulted in Primark
A SOUTHAMPTON woman has been charged after a boy was sexual assaulted in Primark. Police were told that a woman assaulted the 13-year-old over his clothes and winked at him in the Southampton store. A 30-year-old woman has been charged with
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Ghosts: Full cast list and how to watch
The hit BBC sitcom Ghosts is returning to screens for its fourth season this week after being postponed due to the Queen's death. The newest series follows Mike and Alison as they finally welcome their first guests to their new B&B. However
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'Growth at any cost': Reaction to Kwasi Kwarteng's tax-cutting budget
THE chancellor is going for “growth at any cost” and people can “only hope” he has made the right judgements, Hampshire business leaders have said after Kwasi Kwarteng's “mini” budget. The chancellor the basic rate of tax to 19p from next April
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Simeu opens up on 'not easy' aspects of loan but praises Saints role
SAINTS loanee Dynel Simeu admitted some things are “not easy” after moving nearly five hours from home to Tranmere, but praised his parent club for their handling. The 20-year-old defender is enjoying his second spell away from his hometown club
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Major route blocked after lorry topples over on roundabout
A MAJOR route is blocked after a lorry toppled over on a roundabout. Police are currently on the scene at the entrance to the A34 at Three Maids near Winchester. We are dealing with an incident that has blocked the entrance to the A34
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How many drinks can you have before you're over the legal UK driving limit?
A question many people have is how much alcohol you are able to drink while still being allowed to drive. Alcohol can severely impact a person's ability to drive due to reaction and coordination skills being slowed, becoming drowsy or having blurry
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Former nightclub Rhino now turned into flats
A FORMER nightclub near Bedford Place has been turned into flats and an empty business unit. Rhino, on Waterloo Terrace near Bedford Place, closed after police launched an investigation into the venue in 2014. Last year, the site was acquired
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'Beloved' Wolf Hall author Dame Hilary Mantel dies 'suddenly yet peacefully'
Bestselling author Dame Hilary Mantel has died at the age of 70. Her publishers, HarperCollins described Dame Hilary as “one of the greatest English novelists of the century”. A statement released by HarperCollins said: "It is with great sadness
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'Supercomputer' predicts Premier League relegation battle with good news for Saints
AFTER seven matches of the new Premier League season, a supercomputer has predicted how the ensuing relegation battle will go. Saints have picked up seven points from their opening fixtures with wins over Leicester City and Leeds United propping
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RuPaul's Drag Race UK star Cherry Valentine dies aged 28
DRAG performer George Ward, known by his stage name Cherry Valentine, has died at the age of 28, his family have announced. Ward, who died on Sunday, appeared on the second series of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, before launching a TV career and fronting
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The 5 major changes in mini budget including tax cut, stamp duty and Universal Credit
Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng has put an end to the top rate of income tax for the highest earners as he spent tens of billions of pounds in a “gamble” to increase growth during the cost-of-living crisis. In a mini-budget the cap on bankers’ bonuses
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Changes to Universal Credit announced: what it means for you
In today's mini-budget, Kwasi Kwarteng, Chancellor of the Exchequer, announced changes to the way claimants can receive Universal Credit. Kwasi Kwarteng pledged to “turn the vicious cycle of stagnation into a virtuous cycle of growth” as he set
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Former Arsenal ace issues Ward-Prowse transfer verdict after summers of links
FORMER Arsenal ace Paul Merson insists one of the “so-called big boys” would have broken the bank to sign James Ward-Prowse if he was a top five Premier League midfielder. Saints captain Ward-Prowse could line up for a 12th England cap in the next
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Adams jokes 'can he play NFL?' after receiving vicious spear by Ukraine defender
SCOTLAND international Che Adams was on the end of a body slam by Valeriy Bondar during their clash with Ukraine and joked: “Could he play NFL?” The 26-year-old striker started alongside Saints teammate Stuart Armstrong as they defeated Ukraine
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Government lifts cap on bankers' bonuses in mini-budget
Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng has removed the cap on bankers’ bonuses. Making his mini-budget announcement in the House of Commons, the Chancellor said the UK economy was dependent on a “strong financial services sector”. He confirmed the UK Government
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Travellers set up camp near St Denys train station
TRAVELLERS have set up camp near St Denys train station and have not left for days. Southampton City Council will apply for a court warrant to evict them. The unauthorised encampment has been at the car park at Priory Hard, Priory Road since
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Plans to slow traffic and increase CCTV on Southampton street
PLANS to slow traffic and increase CCTV on a Southampton street have been put forward. Southampton City Council has revealed plans for Carlton Place and Bedford Place following collaboration with businesses and local residents. A package of
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People in certain jobs can get Christmas discounts from more than 30 brands
While autumn has only just started, Christmas will be here before we know it and with the cost of living crisis continuing, deals and discounts come in very handy at the moment. If you’re wondering how to reduce the amount you spend this Christmas
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This hidden gem of a party pub boasts live music and Asian street food
ENJOY some brilliant live music and top-notch noodles at this hidden gem of a party pub tucked away on a Southampton side street. The Dolphin, close to St Denys train station, is renowned for its gigs, both indoors and outdoors. Tributes to
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Reopening rail route would cause 'congestion, hazard and delay' on roads
PROPOSALS to reopen a Hampshire railway line have come under fire from a district councillor representing one of the villages that would be affected. Sue Bennison cited the "massive" cost of the project, the potential impact on bus services and
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Squatters on 'pirate island' boats block work to clear eyesore wrecks
SQUATTERS living on boats in the middle of the River Itchen are blocking work to clear eyesore wrecks. Several abandoned boats off Northam Bridge have been daubed with graffiti declaring the group of vessels "pirate island." Abusive insults
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Marwell Zoo welcomes new giraffe with unique heart-shaped marking
AFTER two giraffe deaths this summer Marwell Zoo has reason for celebration. Three-year-old Mburo arrived in specialist transport at the zoo near Colden Common on Thursday, September 8. Mburo is the first male giraffe at Marwell for five years
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Primary school children to be offered flu vaccine this autumn
PRIMARY school children across the region will be offered a flu vaccine this term. Children across Southampton, the Isle of Wight and Portsmouth are being offered the vaccination by Solent NHS Trust’s School Aged Immunisation Service. The vaccine
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'Severely reduced' train services next weekend due to strikes
A NATIONAL train strike will be taking place next weekend and travellers advised to only travel if absolutely necessary. South Western Railway will be running a "severely reduced" service next Saturday, with significant parts of the network completely
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Expanding communications tech firm makes its second takeover in a year
AN EXPANDING Hampshire communications technology firm has made its second acquisition of the year by buying a Bristol company. Onecom, which specialises in communications tech and cloud communications, has acquired Solution IP Communications.
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The Hunters Inn, Romsey, up for prestigious award
A ROMSEY pub has been nominated for a prestigious award within the industry. The Hunters Inn have made it to the last three in the Stars of Stonegate awards, from hundreds who originally entered. Owner Chris Schutrups bought the pub six months
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Nearly 1,000 people sign petition calling for ban on large pet snakes
NEARLY 1,000 people have signed a petition calling for large pet snakes to be banned in Britain. The petition was launched last month after an Albino Burmese python - about 18ft long - was seen slithering out of a window at a property in Ribbles
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Live music, theatre and international shows: Five things happening this weekend
LOOKING for some family fun this weekend? Look no further than our guide to five fabulous events for all ages taking place in and around Southampton Music in the City, Saturday and Sunday With more than 1000 performers from 160 plus
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New bakery to open in Southampton serving treats for pets
A NEW bakery offering treats for pets - and humans - will be opening next week in the heart of Southampton. The Angelic Kitchen will throw open its doors in the Marlands Shopping Centre on Saturday, October 1. The independent bakery is owned
