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Investigation into hit-and-run that killed pig as car seized in Southampton

A vehicle has been seized in Southampton as police investigate a hit-and-run incident that killed a pig in the New Forest.  Police seized the blue Peugeot in Southampton after it was involved in a crash that killed a pig near Emery Down in September

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Traffic cleared on M27 after multiple incidents caused rush hour delays

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£1.5bn plan to cut sewage spills includes water butts for 5,000 homes

Water butts will be distributed to thousands of Hampshire homes as part of a £1.5bn bid to slash the number of sewage spills. Southern Water has unveiled plans to slash the amount of effluent being discharged into rivers and coastal waters across

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'No-lose situation' - Arsenal game a chance to measure Saints growth says Spacey-Cale

WOMEN'S boss Marieanne Spacey-Cale believes Saints are in a "no-lose" situation ahead of hosting Arsenal in the Continental Cup. Five years on from her arrival at Southampton FC Women, Spacey-Cale is preparing her side to face Arsenal, the giants

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Business burgled: did you see vehicle parked by church?

Police are appealing for anyone with information to come forward after a business burglary in the New Forest. Officers are looking to speak to any witnesses after a business burglary in the area of Long Lane in Holbury between midnight and 12.30am

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Autumn Statement is 'kick in the teeth,' says finance boss as social care snubbed

The lead councillor for finance at Southampton City Council has said the Government has delivered a "kick in the teeth" for councils after snubbing social care.  Cllr Simon Letts said he wanted extra funding to help councils provide social care

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Police arrest woman, 35, for stealing £130 worth of 'fresh produce'

A WOMAN was arrested in Romsey for stealing 'fresh produce'. Romsey Police reported chasing the woman, 35, after a number of shoplifting offences in the town centre.  In a Facebook post on Test Valley Cops, it said: “Officers from Romsey NPT

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Sign our book of condolence for Saints fan Simon Oakley

We have set up a book of condolence for a Saints fan who died weeks after collapsing during a match. Simon Oakley, from International Way in Weston, was at St Mary's Stadium for the match against Rotherham on Saturday, October 7 when he collapsed

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Universal Credit and benefits increase worth almost £500 announced for millions

Universal Credit claimants will receive an extra £470 a year on average from April, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has announced. Speaking to MPs at his autumn statement, Mr Hunt confirmed the Government would increase Universal Credit and other benefits

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Investigation continues after alleged rape in city graveyard

An investigation into an alleged rape in a Southampton graveyard continues. Officers confirmed no arrests have yet been made following the reported incident at Southampton Old Cemetery on Sunday morning. The victim continues to be supported

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Man 'threatened with knife' by cyclist on high street

A man was allegedly threatened with a knife by a cyclist in a town's high street. Officers are looking for witnesses after the man in his 30s claimed he had been threatened on Gosport High Street yesterday.  A man riding a bicycle made threats

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Off-licence near mosque is approved despite hate crime fears

Plans for an off licence near a mosque which sparked concerns of 'drunken hate crimes' has been given the green light by the city council. The decision was made in the city council’s licensing meeting on Thursday, November 16. The Sam Store

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Three winter illuminations opening in Hampshire this week

Glowing gardens, neon trains and glittering woodland trails.  From the dark nights of winter emerge some of the highlights of the year as light trails and experiences switch on across Hampshire this week.  Here we list the three top winter

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Search launched for missing 24-year-old who is thought to have boarded train

UPDATE: Parker has now been located.  A search has been launched for a missing 24-year-old who hasn't been seen since yesterday morning.  Parker Davis, from Gosport, was last seen by family at around 10.30am on Tuesday.  The 24-year-old

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Saints fan, 59, dies weeks after fall in stands during match at St Mary's

A Saints fan has died more than a month after falling at St Mary's Stadium half way through a match, a coroner has confirmed. Southampton FC fan Simon Oakley, from International Way in Weston, suffered a spinal injury when he collapsed and fell

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Saints trio involved as England knocked out of Under-17 World Cup by Uzbekistan

SAINTS trio Sam Amo-Ameyaw, Jayden Meghoma and Tyler Dibling's Under-17 World Cup journey has come to an end after England were dumped out by Uzbekistan. Ryan Garry's side had topped Group C, which included Brazil, Iran and New Caledonia, but were

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McCallum hits brace as Eastleigh beat Boreham Wood

FORWARD Paul McCallum scored a brace to earn Eastleigh a 2-1 victory against Boreham Wood in the National League. The Spitfires were facing Luke Garrard's side at the Silverlake Stadium for the second time this season having previously beaten them

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Former Coronation Street star to join Emmerdale: 'Everyone has been so welcoming'

Former Coronation Street actor Paula Lane has been announced as joining the cast of Emmerdale. She will play the character Ella Forster, who ITV have described as “compassionate and caring”. Lane played the role of Kylie Platt on Coronation

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What should I do if I think my energy bill is too high or wrong?

With the winter beginning to creep in and the days getting noticeably colder, households across the country will be cranking up their heating. With this increase in energy usage, most will begin to notice an increase in what they are spending on

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Saints international round up: Armstrong scores and Bazunu shines

SAINTS players will now return to Staplewood following the final international break of 2023. Russell Martin's side are set for a hectic end to the year with nine Championship games to be played - starting with Huddersfield away on Saturday. 

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Attempted murder accused changes her name after stabbing near playground

A woman accused of attempted murder along with two teenagers following a stabbing near a playground has changed her name. Nicola Kayley, formerly known as Asma Mokhtar, appeared at Southampton Crown Court on Friday.  She is charged with attempted

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Four vehicle crash blocked M3

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One soldier's rifle went off, killing another - was it an accident?

WHY had the rifle gone off? Had a soldier deliberately shot a corporal for reporting him to his commanding officer or had it been accidentally discharged while being cleaned? Bandsman Richard Edge then replaced the gun in the barracks rack and walked

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Where have all Southampton’s piers gone?

Southampton’s one remaining pier is known, rather oddly, not as Town Pier but as Town Quay. In the medieval town, Porters' Lane and Winkle Street were on the waterfront, but the Town Wall, built in the mid-1300s, cut them off from the water. So

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Look inside Southampton's Amazon warehouse that sends thousands of parcels a day

One of Amazon’s largest distribution centres in the country lies right on our doorstep - supplying the South coast with tens of thousands of parcels a day. The site in Hounsdown in Totton, known as DS02 Southampton, opened in 2019 and is one of

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Single mum hits out at nursery's 'ridiculous' policy change

An NHS worker has hit out at her son's nursery over its “ridiculous” decision to scrap its half day policy.  Part-time care assistant Rachel Kennard, 27, says the change means she won't be able to work extra shifts. The single mum relies on

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Bankrupt car dealer made £80k selling cars he didn't have

A bankrupt car dealer has been jailed after making more than £80,000 selling cars he didn't have. Jonathan Nolan, 62, was "robbing Peter to pay Paul", a court heard. He sent customers invoices for six cars - a Honda CRV, a Mazda 3, a Mazda

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Free winter festival with song, dance, stalls, crafts, food and festive fun

Students will be showcasing their talents at the second family Winter Fest at Richard Taunton Sixth Form College this weekend. The free festival, on Saturday (November 25), will be attended by Southampton Mayor Valerie Laurent and will feature

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Gok Wan to play a live DJ set in Southampton this weekend

He's a fashionista turned superstar DJ. Gok Wan, the fashion consultant best known for his TV series How To Look Good Naked, is now a firm favourite behind the decks - and will bring his DJ set to Southampton this weekend.  He plays Engine

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Here are some of the latest CQC ratings given in Southampton

Every month care homes, clinics, and other health services are inspected by the Quality Care Commission. Services are subject to an inspection and depending on what type of review it is, it will be rated on five questions: Is the service safe,

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Vaccination centre which has given 90,000 Covid jabs up for national award

A Covid-19 vaccination centre which has administered more than 90,000 jabs to Southampton people has been nominated for a national award.  University Health Campus, which is student led, has brought together doctors, vaccinators, nurses, volunteers

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Inspectors hand school top marks in latest inspection

A school has been rated ‘Outstanding’ by inspectors at Ofsted. Sheiling School on Horton Road, in Ringwood, specialises in educating pupils with autism, communication difficulties, complex learning disabilities and challenging behaviours. Head

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Shop worker tells of moment he chased after 'Spider-Man' thief

A shop worker has told of the moment he tried to stop an aggressive shoplifter who went on a spree in Southampton city centre. Danny Wilkinson chased James Cain when the 31-year-old thief swiped a laptop and six Spider-Man costumes at Rockbottom

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

The following cases have been heard at Southampton Magistrates' Court. INOYAT KHIDIRNAZAROV, 25, of Botley Road, Park Gate pleaded guilty to drink driving on Compton Walk, Southampton. He was caught with 53 micrograms of alcohol in 100ml of breath

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Where to grab a free ice cream in Eastleigh this Black Friday

One Hampshire ice cream parlour will be offering free ice cream to mark Black Friday.  Creams Cafe is giving away free scoops of gelato in any of its 24 flavours at Creams Cafe in The Swan Centre, Eastleigh.  Ice cream lovers can take advantage

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Southampton is officially home to the best Middle Eastern restaurant in the UK

Southampton is officially home to the best Middle Eastern in the UK. Popular Turkish eatery Ottoman Kitchen, on the High Street, has scooped the coveted award for a second time at the glamorous 2023 Asian Curry Awards in London.  The restaurant