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Hasenhuttl admits lack of 'goal from nothing' after missing summer striker but challenges defence

RALPH Hasenhuttl admitted Saints are missing a spark who can score from nothing like previously but insisted the real “problem” still remains the concession of goals. The Austrian was open about wanting another striker during the summer transfer

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Craig David shows off Southampton in One Show TV clip

CRAIG David went back to his Southampton roots to show off the city where he grew up as he promoted his new book and record on national TV. Viewers of The One Show were treated to a look at the area where the Seven Days singer-songwriter and DJ

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New bike and ebike sharing scheme launched in Southampton

A NEW bike sharing scheme has been launched in Southampton. Called ‘Beryl Bikes by Breeze’, the initiative will allow residents to hire normal and electric bikes to ease congestion in the city. Riders aged 16 and over can hire bikes through

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Ocean Village home shut down by police after drugs and vandalism

A HOME in Ocean Village has been shut down by police after drug use and vandalism caused misery for residents. As of Wednesday, no-one is allowed to enter or remain at the address in Alcantara Crescent for three months. If a person enters or

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Man charged after shoplifting spree in New Forest town

A MAN is due to appear at crown court following a spate of thefts in the New Forest.  Myles Filose has been charged in connection with a number of shoplifting incidents at a supermarket on Brookley Road in Brockenhurst. The 41-year-old, of

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Protesters gather after Hazara girls killed in Afghanistan school bombing

PROTESTERS gathered in Southampton after dozens of Hazara girls were killed in an Afghanistan school bombing. Around 50 people took part in a protest at Guildhall Square on Thrusday to stand in solidarity after 35 young Hazara women and girls were

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Police identify man seen handing out biscuits outside school

POLICE have identified a man who was seen handing out biscuits to school children. Netley Abbey Junior School said a man was seen approaching students at the school gate during lunchtime on Tuesday, October 4. He was reportedly handing the

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National Grid warns UK homes could face three-hour blackouts this winter

UK homes could be left without power for three hours at a time as blackouts hit this winter, the National Grid has warned. The first planned blackouts in decades might hit parts of the country if power plants can’t get enough gas to keep them running

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Traffic misery: What's going on at Redbridge Causeway?

SOUTHAMPTON motorists have been plagued with traffic misery this week as works continue on a major route. One lane of Redbridge Causeway closed this week causing heavy delays during peak times. The traffic has been described as "very distressing

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CCTV released after men injured in brawl outside pub

A CCTV image has been released following a brawl outside a pub that left three men injured. Police are looking to identify the man in the image as part of an investigation into a fight outside the George and Dragon pub on July 23. Officers

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Hasenhuttl identifies Guardiola's Saints 'respect' but has Haaland warning

RALPH Hasenhuttl insisted Saints must not reduce Manchester City to only Erling Haaland but claimed Pep Guardiola has shown “respect” to Saints through resting key players. Haaland took his season’s tally to 19 in just 12 appearances in all competitions

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Hasenhuttl issues 'clear' message to fans after losing run

RALPH Hasenhuttl vowed Saints would show their bravery during Saturday’s daunting trip to Manchester City and insisted: “We are not scared.” The Saints manager has come under fire from a section of fans following three straight defeats coming against

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Hasenhuttl reveals double training injury scare but hopes both are fit for City

RALPH Hasenhuttl revealed Adam Armstrong and Juan Larios had minor injury scares rule them out of training this week but they could return Saturday. The Austrian faces the impossible task of visiting Manchester City in imperious form, and might

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Hasenhuttl tells reporter 'you don't need to ask' more questions about his future

RALPH Hasenhuttl told a reporter “you don’t need to ask me these questions if you don’t want to”, as he addressed media reports suggesting his job is under pressure. The Telegraph reported Hasenhuttl as ‘on the brink’ of losing his job as Saints

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Bus service welcomes two new high-spec vehicles into its fleet

A BUS service has welcomed two new high-spec vehicles into its fleet.  The new Alexander Dennis Enviro 400s were recently delivered to Eastleigh-based Xelabus.  The 11.5m vehicles boast high-capacity seating and are said to offer "versatility

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Saints close entire block due to fan trouble and relocate season ticket holders

SAINTS have informed season ticket holders that they will be closing the entire of Block 1 of the Itchen North Stand due to “unacceptable behaviour” last weekend. The St Mary’s side slipped to a third successive defeat with Everton running out

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Man charged after violent attack involving machete

A MAN has been charged following a violent attack involving a machete. Armed response officers and a police helicopter were called to Wagtail Drive in New Milton on September 1 following reports a man had been assaulted. The suspect, who was

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Man jailed for pleasuring himself in front of passengers on station platform

A MAN has been jailed after he was caught pleasuring himself in front of passengers and children on a station platform. Oliver Shoesmith got off a train at Portchester station and started approaching women waiting on the platform. The 40-year-old

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Strip club licence renewed despite complaints over noise and 'half-naked girls outside'

A STRIP club has had its licence renewed despite objections from residents who fear it could lead to "half-naked girls standing outside". Playhouse, on London Road, applied to renew its licence which currently allows it to operate as a sexual entertainment

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EXPLORE THE ALL-NEW LEXUS RZ

With the RZ, Lexus at last gets serious about EVs. Jonathan Crouch takes a look at what's on offer. Ten Second Review The RZ isn't the first all electric Lexus, but it's the first one that really matters, new from the ground up. As you might

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Two men injured after crash on the M3

A COLLISION involving two vehicles on the M3 is causing major delays on roads in and around Winchester. Police are appealing witnesses following the collision which happened just after midnight today (October 6). Police attended a collision

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HIGHLY POPULAR FAMILY CAR

Introduction Once a small coupe, in 2019 Kia's ProCeed became a small estate - but a very stylish one. The brand chose to supplement its existing Ceed Sportswagon with this swoopier ProCeed 'shooting brake' model to create a 'Fastback' look with

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HIGH QUALITY PACKAGE

BMW's second generation 2 Series Active Tourer has taken quite a step forward. Jonathan Crouch looks at what's on offer. Ten Second Review Once BMW's frumpiest model, the 2 Series Active Tourer 5-seat MPV now has a much more fashionable vibe

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Upcoming CBBC documentary series following Saints academy given date

THE BBC have given a date for the new CBBC documentary series following Saints academy, with the show kicking off on October 24. The series will follow everything from retain or release contract decisions and capture every moment of euphoria and

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Lavia tipped for 'incredible career' as Belgium boss reveals international intentions

BELGIUM boss Roberto Martinez has tipped Romeo Lavia for an “incredible future” and admitted he would have travelled to the World Cup if not for injury. The former Manchester City 18-year-old has only made five Premier League appearances in his

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Martin Lewis hits out at commentators in Universal Credit rise row

Martin Lewis has criticised commentators who have linked the debate over whether benefits should rise to unemployment. Pressure is growing on the Government to confirm benefit payments will rise in line with inflation, amid concerns about the impact

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Guardiola reveals decision to keep Haaland 'rested' just to face Saints

MANCHESTER City manager Pep Guardiola revealed he substituted Erling Haaland at half-time of their midweek Champions League contest to rest him “for the next game". Haaland’s double against FC Copenhagen on Wednesday saw him match Lionel Messi

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What to expect in Aldi and Lidl middle aisles from Thursday October 6

The middle aisle of both Aldi and Lidl are popular with shoppers keen to find a bargain on anything from gardening tools to clothing. Whether it’s Aldi’s Specialbuys or Lidl’s Middle of Lidl, the latest offers are always worth checking out and

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Marwell Zoo bids farewell to 'kind and loving' white rhino who has died aged 36

STAFF at Marwell are mourning the death of one of the zoo's oldest and dearest residents. Sula, a much-loved member of the resident white rhinoceros 'crash', was put to sleep on Tuesday night after spending more than 30 years at the zoo. The

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Warning UK households will lose double what they save in tax cuts

The Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) has warned that households will lose more from “opaque and stealthy” freezes over the next three years than they will gain from tax cuts. The IFS said freezes will take away £2 for every £1 given to households

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Every little helps as Tesco announces price-lock on more than 1,000 products

Tesco has price-locked more than 1,000 everyday products until 2023 as they aim to keep prices low during the cost-of-living crisis. The supermarket has unveiled a new price-lock commitment that they say will give shoppers more ways to spend less

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Recap: Roads cleared after huge delays due to multiple crashes

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'When I arrived, players tried to help me, so it is natural for me to do the same' - Perraud happy to help new signings settle

SAINTS defender Romain Perraud is looking to pay forward the help he received when he first arrived at St Mary’s. Left-back Perraud joined Saints in the summer of 2021 from Stade Brest, going on to make 29 appearances so far during his career on

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Twins' record-breaking pumpkin is as heavy as Fiat 500

A PAIR of twins have set a new record for the UK's biggest pumpkin with a gourd that weighs as much as a Fiat 500. Pumpkin lovers Ian and Stuart Paton broke their own record with their 2,656lbs monster squash (1,205kg). The twin's new specimen

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Works to start to improve two roundabouts

WORKS are about to start to improve two roundabouts in Stubbington. Hampshire County Council will begin work on a £775,000 scheme to improve walking, cycling and traffic in the village next Monday. They will focus on the roundabouts at the

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Rowing club celebrates 'life-changing' £64,500 clubhouse revamp

A ROWING club has celebrated a "life-changing" refurbishment after receiving a grant of £64,000.  Members of Coalporters Amateur Rowing Club wore their club colours, black and white, last Saturday in celebration of their clubhouse's finished revamp

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Managing director, 81, dies following battle with cancer

TRIBUTES have been paid to a managing director who passed away following a battle with cancer. Tony Barnett founded Fareham manufacturing firm Barnbrook in 1978. The business, in Fareham Park Road, started as a one-man band, but today it has

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The rock band whose meteoric rise has taken in Southampton every step of the way

THEY are the rock band whose journey to the top has taken in Southampton every step of the way. Reading four-piece The Amazons began playing gigs in the city’s smallest venues, but with three top ten albums under their belts they are returning

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Train derailed locally, killing one and injuring many

“IT was as though they were racing each other” - the unique claim of a devastated widow who lost her husband in a horrific crash witnessed by several stunned passengers waiting to board a train as it neared a Hampshire station. William Helsey,

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Mum hits out at cars going wrong way down one-way road after daughter 'nearly hit'

A SOUTHAMPTON mum is calling for action after her daughter was "nearly hit" by vehicles going the wrong way down a one-way road. Redbridge resident Nikki Boyle says Second Avenue has become a "death trap" due to vehicles speeding in the wrong direction

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School where children worry about 'bullying and sexual harassment' is slammed in report

A SCHOOL where children worry about "bullying, racism and sexual harassment" has been slammed by the education watchdog. Applemore College, a secondary school in Dibden Purlieu, has been rated as 'requires improvement' by Ofsted. The school

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Port's £17.5m plan to cut air pollution with upgraded rail terminal

MAJOR upgrades to the rail terminal at the Port of Southampton will boost attempts to improve air quality in the city. Associated British Ports (ABP) and Solent Stevedores have drawn up £17.5m plans to further improve a rail terminal that serves

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Drunken man urinated in police van and kissed female officer's hand

A DRUNKEN man urinated in a police van and kissed a female officer's hand after being arrested in a Southampton car park. Orobio Cordoba Waldyn Camilo became "difficult, abusive and violent" after police arrived at West Quay Road and asked him

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Charity boxes for kids stolen in ‘heart-breaking’ theft from high street

BOXES for children’s charities were snatched in a break-in at a high street beauty clinic. Skincare products with a total value of 'around £1,000' and two charity boxes were stolen from Danica Payne Aesthetics in Southampton. The shop on High

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Cameras could be used to stop motorists breaking the law in Southampton

NEW cameras could be installed across the city to catch motorists breaking the law by driving where they should not. The council says number plate recognition (ANPR) cameras could be used to cut congestion and improve road safety. The tech

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Novel tells the story of three Southampton women following the Titanic tragedy

A NOVEL telling the stories of three Southampton women in the aftermath of the sinking of the Titanic will be released later this month.  The Titanic Girls comes from the pen of author and journalist Julie Cook, who previously wrote non-fiction

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Police officer dragged by motorcyclist says rider was 'stupid and reckless'

A POLICE officer was left with a dislocated knee and a fractured foot after being dragged along by a motorbike.  PS Nick Tucker is still experiencing pain almost one year after the incident on Knightswood Road, Eastleigh last December. The

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Healthcare staff raise funds for charity close to their heart

SOUTHAMPTON healthcare staff have raised nearly £500 for an NHS charity close to their hearts. Staff at NRS Healthcare took to the city centre over the weekend to raise money for Southampton Hospitals Charity. Campaigners completed a bed push

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Historic attraction in danger of being 'inundated' by the sea

TWO Hampshire attractions have been identified as being among the six most vulnerable coastal castles owned by English Heritage. The ancient fortifications at Calshot and Hurst Spit are at risk from rising sea levels and the fragility of the rocks