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I'm A Celebrity 2023 line up confirmed from Josie Gibson to Nigel Farage

ITV has officially confirmed the ten celebrities who will be taking part in the 2023 edition of I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here! It comes after rumoured lineups saw much of the British public excited for the return of the popular reality TV

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Why knife amnesty bins are popping up in Southampton and Eastleigh

Knife surrender bins have popped up in Southampton and Eastleigh this week as the police’s operation to tackle knife crime across the county kicked off. Throughout the week of action, forces will 'coordinate activity which targets knife crime from

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Saints v West Brom - in pictures

All pictures of Saints v West Brom by Stuart Martin.

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'We have to make sure we bounce back' - Saints Women's Spacey-Cale on Charlton loss

MARIEANNE Spacey-Cale insisted that Southampton FC Women must make sure they "bounce back" after Sunday's 2-0 Championship defeat to Charlton Athletic. The result means that Saints drop down to fourth in the table but Spacey-Cale was left disappointed

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CCTV image released after police officer assaulted while stopping pub brawl

A police officer needed hospital treatment after being assaulted while breaking up a pub brawl. Officers were called to a fight at the Windsor Castle pub on Shirley High Street, just before 11.30pm on Friday, October 27. While trying to break

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Uranus to be visible in the UK night sky TONIGHT - How to see the planet

If you're looking up into the night sky tonight, November 13, you are in luck, as you may be able to spot Uranus. The 'ice cold' planet is one of the most distant in the solar system making its appearance a very rare and special occasion. Uranus's

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Eastleigh man aged 26 dies after crash on main road

A man from Eastleigh has died after a crash on the A31. Police have launched a witness appeal to the tragic incident, which happened on Saturday, October 28. Officers were called at 11.21am to reports of a collision involving a black Seat Leon

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Smoke seen billowing from block of flats - this is why

Smoke seen billowing from a block of flats prompted an emergency response. Fire crews were called to the council-owned Potters Court on Wimpson Lane on Sunday. Reports of smoke coming from an external boiler were made and firefighters attended

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Flights diverted from Southampton Airport after fog causes chaos

Several flights were diverted from Southampton Airport after fog caused travel disruption. Planes were unable to land at the airport on Sunday night, resulting in cancellations and diversions. City residents reported sighting numerous planes

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This is everything we know about the M27 crash this morning

A crash caused traffic chaos for commuters travelling on the M27. The westbound carriageway was hit by queues of up to 90 minutes on Monday morning. Motorists faced heavy delays following the crash between Bursledon and Park Gate. Hampshire

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Road reopens after crash on Thomas Lewis Way

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Saints Women set new ticket sales record ahead of Arsenal clash at St Mary's

SAINTS Women have set a new ticket sales record ahead of their Continental Cup clash with Women's Super League giants Arsenal. Southampton FC welcome the Gunners, who reached the semi-finals of last season's Women's Champions League, to St Mary's

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Plans for nearly 200 homes approved despite more than 150 objections

PLANS for nearly 200 new homes have been given the green light, despite more than 150 objections. The proposal, for land north of Station Road in Fordingbridge, was approved at a meeting of the New Forest District Council. Cala Homes (Thames

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Town honours its fallen heroes with Remembrance Sunday parade

ROMSEY was up bright and early to honour its fallen heroes with around 100 military personnel joining the parade. The Remembrance Sunday Parade began in Love Lane at 9am, marching through the town to Romsey Abbey for the Service of Remembrance.

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Hampshire police set to hold memorial service for road deaths

Hampshire police is hosting a memorial service this weekend for those who have lost their lives on the road. The Joint Operations Roads Policing Unit of Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary and Thames Valley Police will be holding two memorial

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Saints announce plans for upcoming fans forum this month

SAINTS have announced plans for a special fan forum on Tuesday, November 21 ahead of the Women's team's clash against Women's Super League side Arsenal. Saints have revealed that Marieanne Spacey-Cale, who is head of women's and girls' football

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Daily Echo newspaper dating back 85 years found at historic city landmark

Roofers restoring a Southampton landmark made a startling discovery when they unearthed part of a Southern Daily Echo newspaper which is 85 years old. Dated March 30, 1937, the 85-year-old clippings found in the Westgate roof include a front page

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Hampshire fast bowler John Turner receives England call up

HAMPSHIRE fast bowler John Turner is set to kick-off his hugely promising international career following his call up to the England white-ball squad. The uncapped 22 year old has been selected in a new-look England squad for the upcoming white-ball

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MP ‘very pleased’ to see former Prime Minister David Cameron back in Government

Southampton Itchen MP Royston Smith has said he’s ‘very pleased’ to see former Prime Minister David Cameron back in Government. This comes after the former Conservative leader was appointed as Foreign Secretary on Monday morning, following Prime

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Urgent work to sort landslip on major road set to start tonight

Roadworks are set to begin tonight on a major Hedge End road after a landslip. The works on Charles Watts Way are due to last for 14 weeks and could cause disruption for motorists. The A334 Charles Watts Way will be closed in both directions

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Saints reportedly interested in young Man City defender on loan in League One

SAINTS have reportedly shown interest in signing young Manchester City centre-back Jadel Katongo. The 19 year old has made six league appearances on loan at League One side Peterborough United so far this season.  He scored his first senior

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Thunderstorms to hit Southampton, Met Office warns

Thunderstorms are set to hit Southampton, the Met Office has warned. A yellow weather warning is in place for the city, along with other areas of Hampshire. It comes into force from 5am on Tuesday and will remain until midday. A spokesperson

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Schoolgirl GBH arrest after school attack lands pupil in hospital

A teenage girl has been arrested following an incident which saw a fellow pupil taken to hospital with a serious head injury. This happened at Bay House School in Gomer Lane, Gosport, on Monday, November 6. The injured schoolgirl has since

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‘Prepare him further’ - Martin outlines plans for Stewart after Saints debut

MANAGER Russell Martin has outlined his plans to continue building Ross Stewart's fitness after he made his first Saints appearance on Saturday. The 27 year old, who joined from Sunderland on deadline day, made his long-awaited debut in Southampton's

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Man taking medical cannabis was 900 times the limit when he died in balcony fall

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David Cameron makes shock return to Government

David Cameron has made a dramatic return to Government as Foreign Secretary in a reshuffle triggered by Rishi Sunak’s decision to sack Fareham MP Suella Braverman from the Home Office. The former prime minister replaced James Cleverly as Foreign

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International roundup: Sixteen Saints players called up for November break

SIXTEEN Saints players have been called up by their countries ahead of this month's international break. They should all head off in good spirits after Southampton extended their unbeaten run to eight games with a 2-1 win over West Brom on Saturday

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Suella Braverman sacked as Home Secretary as cabinet reshuffle expected

Fareham MP Suella Braverman has been sacked as Home Secretary, No 10 sources have confirmed. A No 10 source said the Prime Minister “asked Suella Braverman to leave Government and she has accepted”. The Conservatives said Mr Sunak is carrying

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Kaiser Chiefs to headline upcoming Southampton festival

The latest headline act for an upcoming Southampton festival has been announced. Kaiser Chiefs are set to perform at the Southampton Summer Sessions series at Guildhall Square next summer. The British indie rockers join previously announced

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Delays after crash blocks M27 - recap

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Apprenticeship schemes and their rise in Southampton

Many Echo readers, who left school in the 1960s, began work as an apprentice. They trained with an employer for a set period, usually five years, while they learned the skills of their chosen trade. Over a third of male school leavers became apprentices

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When boxer who floored Muhammad Ali spent time in Hampshire

He never considered himself above his admirers and was always happy to engage with them during public appearances - even after being knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 2000. Henry will go down in history as one of the greatest heavyweight boxers

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Resident, 73, 'fed up' of living in 'bus desert'

A Southampton woman has described Hill Lane as a ‘bus desert’ due to the lack of buses serving the area. Linda Berry, of Kellett Road, told the Echo she’s ‘fed up’ with no bus service being available where she lives in Shirley. Southampton

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Fish and chip shop scoops top award for its outstanding food

The owner of a Southampton fish and chip shop is "over the moon" after scooping a Good Food Award. The Harefield Fish Bar on Somerset Avenue has been recognised for the quality of its food, customer service, and value for money. The Blue Ribbon

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Nurse hits out at cruise parking firm after coming home to £150 fine

A holidaymaker returned home to find a hefty bill on his doorstep after his car was driven to a car park and left for nearly a week. Andrew Rock was slapped with a £150 fine as his car was left in Centenary Quay car park in Woolston – somewhere

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Celebration as school once rated inadequate impresses Ofsted inspectors

Pupils and teachers are celebrating after Ofsted inspectors rated their school as good. Oakfield Academy in Totton has received the rating following an inspection and has been praised for its commitment to students’ personal development. All

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Half of council houses 'non-decent', disturbing new report reveals

Nearly half the council houses in Southampton fail to meet the "decent homes" standard - and properties that become vacant stand empty for too long. The scale of housing problems in the city is laid bare in a new report that highlights the condition

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In the dock: Six cases heard at Southampton Magistrates' Court

The following cases have been heard at Southampton Magistrates' Court. AASTON ENGLAND, 31, of Cowl Street, Shepton Mallet, pleaded guilty to driving without a licence, driving whilst disqualified and drink driving, all on Castle Way in Southampton