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Who does the best Hot Chocolate? I put Starbucks, Costa and more to the test

As soon as the temperature drops, a Hot Chocolate is my go-to on any cafe menu. Steaming hot chocolatey goodness, coated in skooshy cream (I'm Scottish) and topped with sweet and melting marshmallows - it just can't be beaten.  But with so

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Kitchen knives, swords and a flail among weapons surrendered to police

Kitchen knives, swords and a flail are just some of the weapons that have been surrendered to police in the New Forest.  As part of Operation Sceptre, a number of bins were placed outside for people to deposit their knives and weapons anonymously

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'He understood' - Martin details why Alcaraz didn't feature in draw at Huddersfield

MANAGER Russell Martin revealed that Charly Alcaraz didn't feature for Saints at Huddersfield due to a knock he picked up during the international break. Alcaraz was named on the bench for Southampton's 1-1 draw at the John Smith's Stadium but

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Martin: 'Our mentality has cost us two points. I have told the players that'

SAINTS manager Russell Martin admitted "our mentality has cost us two points" after a 1-1 draw at struggling Huddersfield Town. Darren Moore's Terriers are wrestling an injury crisis but were able to rescue a point with an 87th-minute equaliser

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Saints player ratings as Armstrong hits 10th of season in draw at Huddersfield

HUDDERSFIELD scored late to inflict a disappointing 1-1 draw on Saints at the John Smith's Stadium on Saturday. Jackson's deep cross flew in uncontested with three minutes of regular time left to cancel out Adam Armstrong's first-half strike.

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Three arrested on suspicion of murder after man, 22, dies following 'serious assault'

Three more people have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a 22-year-old died following a serious assault.  Detectives investigating the death of the 22-year-old man from Gosport have arrested two men, and a woman on suspicion of murder.

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Saints held to a draw at Huddersfield despite Armstrong opener

SAINTS were forced to settle for a point as Huddersfield Town came from behind to rescue a 1-1 draw at John Smith's Stadium. Adam Armstrong netted his 10th goal of the campaign to give the visitors the lead in first-half added time, and set them

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Gritters out in force as temperatures drop below freezing

Hampshire gritters are out in force this afternoon as road surface temperatures in the region drop below freezing. With temperatures remaining as low as two degrees on Saturday afternoon, Hampshire County Council Highways has warned motorists of

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Over 40 firefighters battle blaze which destroyed two-storey garage

Over 40 firefighters have been called to a blaze that destroyed a garage and damaged a neighbouring home. Firefighters from seven different stations were called in to battle the inferno in a two-storey garage on The Avenue in Gosport.  Emergency

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Chainsaw used to rescue horse that became stuck under tree in ditch

Chainsaws and hand tools have been used to free a horse who had become trapped under a tree in a ditch.  Firefighters from Eastleigh, Winchester and Poole attended the incident in Bramsaw after the 19-year-old Cob named Ginny got stuck. A chainsaw

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Championship - Saints draw at Huddersfield - As it happened

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Man due in court after purse stolen in suspected cold calling scam

A man is due in court after a woman reported her purse had been snatched following a suspected cold calling scam.  Larky Hughes, 21, is due to appear at Southampton Magistrates' Court today.  He is charged with burglary following an incident

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Man in court accused of five burglaries across Romsey and the New Forest

A man has appeared in court accused of burglary, criminal damage and assault in Romsey and the New Forest. James Robert Wood, 33 appeared at Southampton Magistrates' Court yesterday morning after he was charged with nine offences.  Wood of

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You could claim a £159 refund on your TV licence - are you eligible?

UK households could be eligible to apply for a £159 refund on their TV Licence. Legally, every household is required to have a TV licence if they watch or record live TV, regardless of what channel it is on. This is everything you need to know

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The 32 UK native dog breeds at risk of being extinct - is yours on the list?

We all have our favourite dog breeds, whether that’s because of their unique features such as being hypoallergenic, their intelligence or their size – the list goes on. But over the years, there are some much-loved breeds that have unfortunately

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You could be fined £5,000 for driving in these winter clothes

With the weather worsening, and temparatures falling, drivers are being warned that wearing winter clothes while driving could land them a £5,000 fine. Wearing gloves, coats and scarves could impact your driving, and therefore put you at risk of

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Delays ease eastbound on the A31 after 'incident' in the New Forest

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Celebrities in Southampton to have turned on Christmas lights

From local legend Matthew Le Tissier to national sporting hero Frank Bruno - these shining stars were not the only things to be twinkling in Southampton over festive periods past. Every year we brave the chill and gather in Southampton to witness

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Princess Cruises to launch 'gastronomic adventure' at sea

Princess Cruises is set to launch a 'gastronomic adventure' experience on one of its voyages next year. In partnership with Immediate Media Live, they are going to bring The Good Food Show to the seas. Departing from Southampton and sailing

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Another 7 Southampton pubs missed the most by you

We asked members of We Grew Up In Southampton Facebook group which pub or club they wished was still around. An influx of pub lovers were determined to share their memories of their beloved beer-serving establishment. We featured seven of the

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A look behind the bar at Southampton's newest craft ale house

It's the latest addition to Southampton's flourishing craft bar scene. Craft 101 at The Hub enjoyed a bumper opening weekend with hundreds of beer lovers descending on the new venue, on Shirley Road.  They were treated to a huge selection of

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Five-star hotel and spa in the New Forest wins top award for second time

A luxury hotel and spa on the edge of the New Forest has won another top award. The five-star Chewton Glen at Christchurch Road, New Milton, has again been named Rural Hotel of the Year in the 2023 Food and Travel Readers Awards. The awards

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Potters Court lift still broken two weeks after residents spent the night in lounge

One lift at Potters Court remains out of order two weeks after it stopped working.  Both lifts at the council-owned block of flats in Wimpson Lane, which mainly houses pensioners and disabled people, broke down earlier this month leaving residents

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Teen’s jaw ‘hanging off’ after ‘unprovoked’ attack outside nightclub

A teenager has spoken of the shocking moment he felt his jaw hanging off after an unprovoked attack outside a nightclub. Police are still hunting for the man responsible for the brutal attack on Luke O'Sullivan outside Trilogy nightclub at around

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Snap a festive selfie to help bring in 1,000 toys for children

PEOPLE are being encouraged to snap selfies to support Southampton's annual Christmas toy appeal. GO! Southampton and Ikea are teaming up to support the Southampton City Council's 35th festive charity drive. Now Ikea has said for every selfie

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Sailor stabbed during Far East conflict receives medal - 60 years late

A former sailor who was stabbed during a military campaign thousands of miles from home has finally received a prestigious medal - 60 years later. Totton pensioner Robin Huntley was among British servicemen sent to the Far East following the outbreak

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Saints predicted team vs Huddersfield - who will keep their place after the break?

MANAGER Russell Martin has settled on a selected squad, but that could be tested against Huddersfield as Saints embark on their first of 10 games in 37 days. Southampton head up north in the midst of an eight-game unbeaten run, kickstarted by a

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New B&M superstore set to create 80 new jobs

B&M has officially announced the launch of its brand-new store and garden centre in Titchfield which is set to create more than 80 jobs for local people. The 34,840 square foot building in Titchfield, opposite Dunelm, used to be an Argos store

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Benali: 'It's crucial to sustain that push at the top of the table'

A BUSY Saturday awaits but I have been very fortunate this week to be away on the brilliant P&O cruise ship, Iona, working as a guest speaker.  We've cruised back from Lanzarote to Southampton and I have delivered a number of talks onboard,

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Plan to upgrade house with links to famous Victorian soldier

Plans have been submitted to upgrade a Southampton property named after a famous Victorian soldier. General Charles Gordon stayed with his sister Augusta at Rockstone Place when he was on leave in Britain and is said to have regarded Southampton

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Man left ‘gagging for days’ after puddle of poo forms outside flats

A man has been "gagging for days" after a huge pile of excrement appeared outside his block of flats. Forklift driver Joseph Elsey said the stinking mess is affecting his day-to-day life. Mr Elsey, 48, and his family have been unable to open

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Pictures of reception children from dozens of schools across Southampton

We've seen hundreds of happy faces!  The Daily Echo has been out visiting schools across Hampshire to document Year R pupils during their magical first term at school. And here are the pictures of their beaming smiles alongside their classmates