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Teenager 'attacked on bus by knife-wielding boy' in Bitterne

A teenage boy was attacked on a bus in Bitterne by a knife-wielding youth, police have said. According to Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary, a 17-year-old boy was on the number 16 Bluestar bus, when it stopped at the West End Road carpark

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Suella Braverman calls Rishi Sunak 'weak' and a 'failure' in incredible sign-off

Suella Braverman has penned a harsh letter to Prime Minister Rishi Sunak in which she calls him a "weak and uncertain" leader, amongst other things. Braverman was sacked by Sunak as Home Secretary only yesterday, November 13. A No 10 source said

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Council defends decision to house blind Potters Court resident in top floor flat

Southampton City Council has defended its decision to house a blind man in a fourth floor flat. Just five months later, Potters Court resident Mark Williams fell to his death.  The 60-year-old was allocated a flat on the top floor because it

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Bikers needed to give man who died with no relatives a parade of honour

A West End couple are calling on motorcycle riders to give a bike lover that left behind no relatives the fitting send off he deserves. Barry Barnes died from lung cancer on November 1 at the age of 83 and had not been in contact with any of his

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Saints duo Amo-Ameyaw and Meghoma help England under-17s to dramatic win

SAINTS duo Sam Amo-Ameyaw and Jayden Meghoma helped England to a dramatic late win against Iran at the Under-17 World Cup in Indonesia. The pair were named on the bench alongside fellow Southampton youngster Tyler Dibling but he remained on the

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Five teens seen kicking wing mirrors off cars in Thornhill

Five teenagers have been spotted vandalising cars in the Thornhill area. Eyewitnesses say the gang was targeting residents' cars and kicking wing mirrors off vehicles in Napier Road. Onlookers who saw the incident on Sunday said the group included

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Police appeal after man seen trying to break into flat

Police want to hear from anyone who saw a man who attempted to break into a flat. It happened between at Blake Court in South Street, Gosport, between 2:50pm and 3:10pm  on Monday, November 13. Police received a report that a man gained access

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New Eurostar rival set to launch linking UK to France

Richard Branson could soon launch a new Virgin train service linking the UK to Europe and challenging Eurostar, reports suggest. Eurostar is currently the only rail operator that connects the UK to mainland Europe through the Euro Tunnel, but a

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Elvis tribute artist brings rock 'n' roll vibe to Southampton pub

His premature death - and the fact he never toured overseas - meant very few of us had the chance to see the King of Rock 'n' Roll perform live. But if you're a fan of Elvis Presley there are plenty of tribute artists across the world honouring

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Police confirm incidents in Portswood last night which led to online speculation

Police are urging witnesses to come forward after reports of a 'man acting suspiciously' in Portswood on Monday night led to widespread speculation on social media. Rumours were flying around among the University of Southampton student community

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Man admits burgling house and stealing car

A man has admitted he burgled a house and stole a car from a driveway in Fareham. Max Plaister, 21, of no fixed address, appeared at Portsmouth Crown Court on Monday where he pleaded guilty to burglary and theft of a motor vehicle relating to an

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Gogglebox star Scarlett Moffatt announces engagement to partner of five years

Scarlett Moffatt is on “cloud nine” after her partner Scott Dobinson proposed to her at home. The TV star, 33, said she had experienced “the most perfect proposal” and shared some pictures of the set up to her Instagram account. The pictures

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Two boys accused of stealing from Tesco, Sainsbury's and the Co-op

Two 14-year-old boys have been charged with multiple shoplifting offences in Eastleigh and Hedge End. One of the teenagers, from Eastleigh, was arrested in High Street, West End. He has since been charged with four shoplifting offences, all

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Tributes to Olympian who died in garden centre lorry crash

An Olympian who died in a lorry crash at a Titchfield garden centre has been described as a 'true old-fashioned gentleman' by his family. Anthony Brian Hebditch was pronounced dead at the scene following the collision at Stewarts Abbey Garden Centre

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Hedge End all-girls football team find new sponsors to help buy kits

A LOCAL all-girls football team has received a new sponsor which means the team will be able to afford new home and away kits. Marketing company Freedom-CS will sponsor the Hedge End Rangers where funding will also go towards a training space at

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Shoplifter stole 12 packs of chicken from Sainsbury’s

A shoplifter has been fined after stealing 12 packs of chicken from a shop. Robert Glyn Jones, 34, from Blackfield, has also been ordered to pay compensation after pleading guilty to shoplifting. It comes after he entered the Sainsbury’s store

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Man arrested after alleged aggressive behaviour towards shop staff

A man has been arrested after allegedly acting aggressive towards shop staff. Officers received reports of the incident at a shop in Nutshalling Close in Calmore on November 8. Joseph Daniel Arnold, 32, of no fixed abode, was arrested in Totton

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Blind man who fell to his death had previously been 'lost and disorientated' in flat

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XL Bully owners can now register their dogs for exemption - How it works

XL Bully owners can now register their dogs before the breed becomes illegal, the government has announced. Owners who want to keep their dogs must apply for an exemption scheme or they can choose to have their dog euthanised and apply for compensation

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Saints forward Kamaldeen replaced in Ghana international squad

Saints forward Kamaldeen Sulemana has been replaced in the Ghana squad ahead of the country's World Cup qualifiers. The reason for the withdrawal has yet to be revealed but the news will come as a concern for Saints fans, who have seen their side

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Saints loan watch: Onuachu continues fine form in Turkey

FORWARD Paul Onuachu made it six goals in eight games for Trabzonspor with a brace in their 2-1 win against Konyaspor out in Turkey. The Nigerian international opened the scoring with a calm right-footed finish before netting a late winner with

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Hill pleased with Eastleigh's work ethic in 1-1 draw with Oldham

EASTLEIGH manager Richard Hill was pleased with how his team "worked hard" in their 1-1 draw with Oldham Athletic on Saturday. Former Scotland international Chris Maguire put the Spitfires ahead on 27 minutes before Alex Reid drew the hosts level

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Met Office yellow warning for thunderstorm extended

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Retail emporium announces shock closure – two years after opening

A large retail emporium full of vintage and handmade items will close this month. The shock announcement was made by the Mercantile Flea team on Facebook. The post read: “Our closing days and hours will be Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 3.30pm

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Southampton Sunday lunch charity to receive The King's highest honour

A charity providing a sit down Sunday dinner for those in need at two locations in Southampton is to receive the King's Award for Voluntary Service. Southampton Sunday Lunch Project is among three Hampshire charities to be handed the highest award

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Plans for 'huge' equestrian facilities refused by councillors

Plans for a 'huge' equestrian centre in the countryside have been kicked out by councillors who raised concerns about development in the strategic gap.  Test Valley Borough Council's planning committee voted against its officers' recommendation

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Tanning salon reopens 11 months after 'soul destroying' fire

A tanning salon that was destroyed by a fire after only five months of being open has now welcomed back customers. Flames ripped through the Sunbed Rooms tanning salon in Kendal Avenue, Millbrook, in December last year - with residents in nearby

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Motorists seen driving through new city centre bus zone - sparking anger over signs

Motorists in Southampton have been spotted driving through a stretch of a city centre road on the day it opened as a bus zone - sparking anger over signs that 'blend in' with the street. A section of Portland Terrace – between Spa Road and Castle

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Tickets go on sale for The Libertines intimate show to just 400 lucky fans

They're one of the most influential acts in modern indie rock - and they're set to play to an audience of just 400 in Southampton next spring.  Promoters at The Joiners have announced a special intimate show by The Libertines at Engine Rooms on

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'I hope managers can take inspiration from Lawrie' - letter

I was very sad to hear that Lawrie McMenemy will not be writing his weekly column in the Daily Echo. I always look forward to his stories and views. As a Saints fan for many years, he brought so much pleasure in watching football at the Old Dell

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Personalised Christmas present appeal supporting dozens of families launched

A personalised present appeal aiming to make Christmas special for 65 local families has been launched in Shirley.  Organisers at The Salvation Army in Victor Street are looking for donations in their bid to support families in Shirley and Millbrook

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

The following cases have been heard at Southampton Magistrates' Court... KEVIN CANDY, 66, of Bockhampton Road, Bockhampton pleaded guilty to using a phone whilst driving and driving with no insurance on Burley Road, Bransgore. He was driving a

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Binmen threaten to strike over New Year in dispute for fair pay

Binmen are threatening to take strike action in the New Year in a dispute for fair pay. Strike ballot notices have been issued to Gosport Borough Council’s waste contractor Urbaser Ltd after members’ pay stalled. The ballot opened on Monday

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'It’s just lovely': Pub marks landlord's first year at the helm

THE landlord of a Romsey pub is preparing to celebrate one year of running the business. Ben Hathaway, 44, took over the Sun Inn on Winchester Road last November. He told the Echo's sister paper the Romsey Advertiser: “It’s been very hard work

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Southampton student engineers design technology to transform spacecraft control

A team of students from the University of Southampton have won awards for developing a system that could transform spacecraft control. The Meta Futura Aerospace team is made up of five Aerospace Engineering students from across Europe. Their

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Port railway expansion project reaches key milestone

A £17.5 million scheme to expand the rail terminal at the Port of Southampton has completed its second phase. Solent Stevedores, operators of the Solent Rail Terminal in the Western Docks, has taken possession of the second phase of completed works

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Hampshire Jaguar driver given points after speeding at 64mph on M25

A Hampshire driver who was caught speeding at 64mph on the M25 has been given points on his licence.  Gary Pitts, 56, was driving a Jaguar XE when he was caught at 64mph near Hillingdon on the M25.  A 50mph variable speed limit was in place

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'Focused on ourselves' - Armstrong says Saints aren't focused on the league leaders

FORWARD Adam Armstrong insists Saints are "focused on themselves" amid a nine-point gap with the Championship leaders. Leicester City and Ipswich Town have earned 39 points from their first 16 league games, putting them clear of Southampton (30

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Blind man's balcony fall death a 'gross failing' says daughter

The daughter of a blind cancer patient who fell from his flat balcony to his death has branded the decision to house him on the fourth floor as a 'gross failing'. Mark Williams' body was found outside Potters Court - a council-run block with assisted

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Sex offender's daughter hopes dad, 83, will die behind bars

The daughter of a Southampton pensioner jailed for sexually abusing a young boy and exposing himself to a woman said she hoped he would die behind bars. David Seagrave, 83, of Witts Hill, was jailed for two-and-a-half years and was made the subject