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Aribo's Nigeria fall short against Ivory Coast in AFCON final
TWO second half goals saw Joe Aribo's Nigeria fall to a 2-1 defeat against Ivory Coast in the Africa Cup of Nations final on Sunday evening. Saints midfielder Aribo was named on the bench alongside loaned out forward Paul Onuachu for the final
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Missing man found by police after urgent search
A missing Southampton man has been found after a search. Sean Erskine was found by police last night. He had been at home and was last seen on Lumsdean Avenue, Hampshire police said. A spokesperson said: "We have been carrying out enquiries
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Williams brace helps Manchester United knock Saints out of Women's FA Cup
A SECOND half brace from Rachel Williams saw Manchester United beat Southampton FC 3-1 to knock them out of the Women's FA Cup on Sunday afternoon. Lexi Lloyd-Smith had drawn Saints level after Women's Euros winner Ella Toone gave United an early
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Gregg Wallace 'deeply saddened' by backlash to weekend routine interview
Gregg Wallace has responded to audience backlash regarding an interview where he detailed his weekend routine, saying he was "deeply saddened". In an interview with The Telegraph the 59-year-old presenter detailed his weekend routine, which included
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Police statement after stowaways found hidden in school coach
Police have released a statement after two stowaways were found hiding in a school coach. The two men, described by police as ‘possibly illegal immigrants’, were found in the luggage hold of the coach full of children yesterday evening. The
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King Charles issues first public statement since cancer diagnosis
King Charles has issued his first public message since being diagnosed with cancer earlier this week. The head of state had been in hospital receiving treatment for an enlarged prostate before he was diagnosed with an unspecified form of cancer
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Why Huddersfield almost ended the unbeaten run and how Saints didn't let them
AS the ball looped over Gavin Bazunu to restore Huddersfield’s lead, Southampton’s 24-game unbeaten run looked as though it was crashing to a halt. An uncharacteristically slow start at St Mary's saw a relegation-threatened Terriers leap to a deserved
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Women's FA Cup - United knock Saints out - As it happened
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All the action from Saints v Huddersfield - in pictures
HERE are all the action shots from Southampton’s dramatic 5-3 win over Huddersfield on Saturday. The away side did lead 2-0 at the break but Southampton scored twice in quick succession to draw level. Alex Matos’ restored Huddersfield’s lead
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Hill frustrated after Eastleigh fall to 2-1 defeat against AFC Fylde
EASTLEIGH boss Richard Hill claimed his side were "outworked at times" and that contributed to them being beaten 2-1 by AFC Fylde in the National League. The visitors picked up a much-needed three points at the Silverlake Stadium to improve their
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Arrest made after £5,000 reward offered in manhunt
A man has been arrested after a £5,000 reward was offered to help a police manhunt. Officers were looking for the man - who had links to Southampton and Bristol - in the Portsea area of Portsmouth who had connections to Southampton. Crimestoppers
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Mystery as police called to assault at pub - but can't find injured person
Police have launched an appeal after being alerted of an injured person at a pub in Thornhill. Officers were called at 9.15pm on Saturday evening to reports that someone had been injured at The Hinkler in Southampton. Police and paramedics
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The New Forest ranked amongst the most 'beautiful' woodlands to visit in the UK
The New Forest has been ranked among the 27 most beautiful forests to visit in the UK according to Pebble Magazine. Discussing the creation of the list the publication wrote: "New native woods have been planted to restore habitats while ancient
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'Well-presented' terraced home which is one of Southampton's cheapest for sale
Searching for houses in Southampton, like much of the UK, can be quite a tricky task, especially with house prices almost continually on the rise. You might wonder what some of the cheapest properties you can buy in the area are, excluding options
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Fancy a weekend walk? Here's a lovely route from Portchester to Fareham
Want an attractive and easy walk with plenty to see? Then this one from Portchester to Fareham fits the bill because it is flat with no stiles with views over creeks that are called lakes. The start is a car park next to Portchester Castle
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Casino set to expand as bosses submit new planning application
The owners of a casino are set to expand with a new gaming area and bar lounge. Genting Casino in Terminus Terrace, Southampton, is seeking permission to extend up into the disused first and second floor. The upper floors at the Grade II* listed
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Countryside barn gets permission despite concerns over its size
A new barn can be built in the Hampshire countryside, despite concerns over its size. Frederick James's application was brought before Winchester City Council's planning committee by Curdridge Parish Council. The approved scheme is for a barn
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Auction postponed for £140,000 site with permission to build two homes
An auction of vacant garages near Romsey, with planning permission for two houses, has been postponed. The freehold compound with lock-up garages has planning permission from Test Valley Borough Council for two three-bedroom houses. The site had
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Woman thanks people for support after house fire
Regarding the house fire that occurred at our property on Thursday, February 1, I am writing to express my sincere thanks to everyone involved. My husband and I are both in our 80s, and have been overwhelmed by the kindness shown to us, both on
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'He goes under the radar’ - Martin reveals underrated Saints player
SAINTS manager Russell Martin insisted Will Smallbone's "talent" and "flexibility" goes "under the radar" after their 5-3 win over Huddersfield. The Republic of Ireland international was the only non-defender to play 90 minutes against the Terriers
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Major update on plan to scrap part of sports centre scheme after costs soar
Civic chiefs have vowed to deliver the "overall scope" of a £30m plan to transform Southampton Sports Centre. The city council has sent an upbeat message to fans of the facility after escalating costs caused it to scrap some of the proposed improvements
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Parents stunned as migrants found in school coach as pupils return from France trip
Several migrants have been found in the luggage hold of a coach full of children at the end of a school trip. Stunned parents and teachers looked on in shock when the luggage hold was opened at Hounsdown School in Totton after youngsters arrived
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In the dock: Man jailed for possessing drill bit in public among cases heard at court
The following cases have been heard at Southampton Magistrates' Court. IOANA DIMA, 45, of Derby Road, Southampton pleaded guilty to common assault of an emergency worker in Southampton. He was given a 12-month conditional discharge and must pay
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Driver hit with three-year ban for series of motoring offences
A Romsey man has been hit with a three-year driving ban for a series of motoring offences. Denzil Cannavo, of Selsdon Avenue, was caught in Gladstone Street, Winchester, on Monday, August 21 last year, a court heard. Cannavo, 29, pleaded
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Equestrian arena plans refused three years after they were submitted
Plans for an outdoor equestrian arena in the Hampshire countryside have been refused, three years after they were submitted. In 2021 Mark Hallion applied for the part-retrospective arena at Blackwater Equestrian in Foxes Lane, West Wellow.
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Gym and exercise studio shuts doors due to 'financial reasons'
A gym and exercise studio that opened almost two years ago has closed its doors citing ‘financial’ reasons. Trib3 Southampton, which focused on high-intensity interval training (HIIT) in a studio full of vibrant lighting, closed on Friday.
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'Slippery, wet and the smell was awful' at toilet block - Letter
The other day I went shopping in the Bitterne precinct and needed to go to the loo so I decided to use the men’s loo in between Sainsbury’s and their car park and when I entered the loo the smell was absolutely awful. The floor was very slippery
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Saints player ratings vs Huddersfield as substitutes dazzle in dramatic comeback
SOUTHAMPTON did it the hard way as they increased their unbeaten run to 25 matches, beating Huddersfield 5-3 in a thriller. Saints were 2-0 and 3-2 down to the relegation battlers with Sorba Thomas, David Kasumu and Alex Matos on target for managerless
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Crowds amazed by Chinese New Year celebrations
Hundreds of people enjoyed Chinese New Year celebrations in Southampton. A display by the Southampton Chinese Association amazed onlookers in Guildhall Square and those visiting the city to celebrate the occasion on Saturday. It marked the
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Serial shoplifter spared jail after six-month crime spree
A serial shoplifter has avoided jail after he stole more than £1,200 worth of items during a six-month crime spree. Graham Budge walked away with meat, candles, bath and body products and Gordon's Gin after targeting Sainsbury's, Next, TK Maxx
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Our interview with The Libertines' John Hassall ahead of Southampton gig
They are a band who have headlined the biggest festivals and arenas but are now set to play one of their most intimate gigs for years in Southampton. The Libertines, one of the great bands of their generation, will headline The Engine Rooms on
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Cause of death given for man killed in car wash crash
An inquest has opened into the death of a man hit by a car at an Eastleigh car wash. Lukasz Wojenkowski from Southampton was left fighting for his life after he was struck by a Range Rover Evoque at Car Wash Bay. Following the incident at around
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Kids eat free or cheap eats at Hampshire pubs this February half term
Parents can get a free kids meal at nearly 300 Greene King pubs during the school break while families of four can eat for just £15 at Hungry Horse. Greene King pubs are offering children a free meal during this half term when one adult meal is
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Pensioners' key safe boxes ripped off their bungalows in crime spree
Pensioners have had key safes crowbarred off their homes and their keys stolen in a callous crime spree. Key safes on the outside of people's homes are often used as a way for carers and family to visit relatives with mobility issues, particularly
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Meet the chef with a Michelin star background and a special family ingredient
He's the top chef who spent a decade in the kitchen of Michelin starred restaurants and proudly serves up a tart made with beer from his dad's brewery. Matt Whitfield, executive chef at Kimbridge Barn near Romsey, talks family and rosettes in our