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'Very unlikely' - Martin issues first update on when Preston game could be scheduled
SAINTS manager Russell Martin conceded it is "very unlikely" their home match with Preston will be rescheduled for next week. The boss admitted the club wants to schedule the game, postponed due to an industrial estate fire, for a slot as soon
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Firefighter takes to stage to celebrate Women's International Day
A firefighter took centre stage at a theatre to celebrate International Women’s Day. A crew from Cosham were stood by at St Mary’s Fire Station - with the station's usual crew out at the warehouse blaze near St Mary's Stadium - when they were alerted
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Mugshots released of three men who murdered Mark Noke at his Southampton flat
Police mugshots have been released of the three men who murdered Mark Noke at his flat in Southampton. Keiran Claffey, Leighton Tabone and Justin Roach were all convicted of murder by a jury at Winchester Crown Court today. Tabone, 24, of
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Tributes paid to 'most selfless, kindest and loving' teenager who died in crash
Tributes have been paid to a teenager who died after crashing into a tree. Ewan Seath, 19, was driving a black Volkswagen Golf last month in Alderholt Road, Somerley, when he crashed into a tree. The teenager, from Blandford in Dorset, died
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Missing girl from West Midlands may be in Southampton
Update: Luliana has now been found Police are looking for a teenage girl who has gone missing from the West Midlands. Luliana went missing from her home address in Dudley in the West Midlands on February 22 and is now believed to be in the
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This is when roads around warehouse fire by St Mary's should reopen
Roads around a huge warehouse fire by St Mary's Stadium have been closed for days - but they could be reopening sooner than you think. Hampshire Fire & Rescue Service have announced that the road closures around St Mary’s Stadium should be lifted
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Rothwell nominated for Championship goal of the month award
SAINTS midfielder Joe Rothwell has been nominated for February’s Championship goal of the month award. The loanee netted a beautiful thigh-high volley into the top corner of the goal against Huddersfield Town last month. AFC Bournemouth man
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Cyclist, 64, found with serious head injury
A cyclist has suffered a serious head injury - with police now trying to find out how he was hurt. The 64-year-old cyclist from Chandler's Ford was hospitalised after being found on North Walk, between East Tytherley and Broughton - north of Romsey
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Police launch hunt for wanted Southampton man
Police are searching for a wanted man who may be in Southampton. Ales Hajek is wanted in connection with theft and burglary offences. He is also on warrant for failing to comply with a community order. The 28-year-old from Southampton could
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Top 10 chart toppers to perform in Southampton on Saturday night
Comedy hip hop group, Goldie Lookin Chain will perform at the Engine Rooms in Southampton this weekend. Taking place on Saturday, March 9, the group will be supported by local talent Jamie Ryves and DJ Askham. Goldie Lookin Chain formed in
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Every word Martin said on St Mary's fire, Sunderland match and Leicester controversy
EVERY word Saints manager Russell Martin said ahead of the visit from Sunderland... Happy to get the game on after the events of Wednesday? RM: Everyone was quite confident the game would go ahead this weekend. It was quite a strange
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Mark Noke trial: Live updates as three men convicted of murder
5:50pm Mugshots of Claffey, Roach and Tabone have been released by police and can be seen here.
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'Never known anything like it' - Saints boss Martin on impact of St Mary's fire
MANAGER Russell Martin insisted he has "never known anything like" the postponement of Southampton's clash with Preston. Southampton were set for two home matches this week ahead of an extended three-week international break. However, the
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'No point risking him' - Martin rules Walker-Peters out of Sunderland clash
SAINTS manager Russell Martin has ruled Kyle Walker-Peters out of contention for the Sunderland fixture. Walker-Peters missed his first minutes of the league season when he was ruled out of last Saturday's 4-3 win at Birmingham City. The 26
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Decision made on Saints match against Sunderland after nearby blaze
SAINTS will take on Sunderland at St Mary's on Saturday as scheduled, the club has confirmed. Russell Martin's side will take on the Black Cats from 3pm despite a blaze in the industrial estate opposite the stadium this week. Southampton's
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Council leader's open letter to residents amid weeks of bin collection chaos
Council leader Lorna Fielker has written the following open letter to residents as it was revealed that the council is using agency staff to clear its bin backlog. She said: "I believe it is important that residents are updated on the current disruption
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Cash-strapped city council is now having to pay contractors to sort bin chaos
Cash-strapped Southampton City Council has revealed it is paying contractors to fix a backlog of uncollected bins. Some residents have reported their rubbish has not been picked up for six weeks after the council changed how bin collectors work
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Saints players make collective £10,000 donation ahead of Saints Foundation matchday
SAINTS men's first team have collectively donated over £10,000 ahead of Saturday’s Saints Foundation Matchday. The players have come together to make this hugely generous donation to the Saints Foundation Matchday appeal. Saturday’s clash with
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Daily Echo readers can subscribe for just £4 for 4 months in this flash sale
Readers who want to subscribe to the Daily Echo website can enjoy an exclusive offer of £4 for 4 months or over 40% off an annual subscription during our limited-time promotion. A digital subscription is the best way to read the Echo online, as
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Southampton death notices and funeral announcements from the Daily Echo
The Daily Echo has published 22 death notices in the last 7 days. Every week, the Daily Echo publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in print, our death notice
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Southampton's postponed trip to Leicester City handed new date
SAINTS have been given a new date for their postponed trip to Leicester City in what could be a crucial Championship clash. Russell Martin's side will now head to the King Power Stadium on Tuesday, April 23, with a 7:45pm kick-off confirmed.
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Police holding traffic on M27 - live updates
12:41pm Traffic is flowing fine on the M27. 11:17am
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Horror as pensioner cyclist falls 40ft off a cliff
A 68-year-old cyclist was airlifted to hospital on Thursday after plunging more than 40 feet off a cliff at Milford-On-Sea. Rescue teams from HM Coastguard, Hampshire Constabulary, Hampshire Fire Service and St John Ambulance were called to a cliff
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Woman with baby assaulted after couple row in street
Police are appealing for information after a couple walking with their baby got into an argument. Officers say the woman was assaulted during the incident, which took place in Andover Road, Winchester, near its junctuon with Winton Close. It
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Saints fans can get digital subscription for just £4 for four months
SAINTS supporters who want to subscribe to the Daily Echo can enjoy an exclusive offer of £4 for four months or over 40 per cent off an annual subscription during our limited-time promotion. A digital subscription is the best way to read our unrivalled
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Warning as Southampton prepares for busy cruise ship day
Motorists are being warned to expect a large amount of traffic near Southampton docks today. Several cruise ships are arriving or departing and roads near the waterfront are expected to be even busier than usual. Drivers are being urged to
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Win big with Tenpin, the ultimate competitive socialising destination!
Tenpin is back as the premium competitive socialising venue in Southampton from 28th March, following a complete transformation of the venue. To celebrate the unveiling of the entertainment centre’s brand-new look and feel, Tenpin is offering up to
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New Forest District Council offers free apprenticeship advice service
New Forest businesses can access a free apprenticeship and skills training advice service, courtesy of New Forest District Council and Solent Business & Skills Solutions. The new service, known as the New Forest Apprenticeship and Skills Hub, offers
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True crime experience based on Jeffery Dahmer coming to Southampton
The immersive true-crime experience 'The Murder Trial Live' will be in Southampton from August 9 to 11. Based on the infamous cases of Dennis Nilsen and Jeffrey Dahmer, the interactive event offers audiences an insight into the UK legal system
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I'm a GP: 16 'unique' tips to combat your hay fever before 'early pollen bomb'
A GP has revealed 16 unique ways you can combat hay fever symptoms ahead of a potential early pollen bomb. Pollen count in the UK is reportedly rising early this year as a result hay fever sufferers have been urged to take some preventative action
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Banished to Botany Bay for stealing gold watches
THE local press denounced William Bartlett as a" hardened young villain" and a judge knew where his surly attitude had been fashioned by the way he had conducted himself when on trial for theft. "You have a distressing impudence and I have no doubt
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Memories of Southampton's old ice rink
The Echo looks back at one of the most-loved entertainment venues Southampton has ever had and explores the memories that help keep it alive - the ice rink. In his transition from a thriving fish store owner to a visionary property developer, Charles
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Tuk tuk and horsebox among beautiful mobile bars on offer from this family firm
It's the fledging family business which has transformed both a 1980s tuk tuk and a beaten up old horsebox into beautiful mobile bars perfect for parties. Clink and Drink Mobile Bars is the brainchild of Katie Hounsham, who graduated from university
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One year on from crash that killed 'much-loved' teen - what's going on?
Police are still investigating a horrific crash a year ago in which an 18-year-old man was killed and two people were injured. Two people were arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving after the accident occurred in Middle Road
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Meet the man behind one of Southampton's most popular clubs
Meet the man behind one of the city's most popular nightclubs. Orange Rooms owner, Gary Benneton, has spent the last two decades helping to grow the city's music scene. Today, Friday March 8, he adds another chapter to this story by helming
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All we know two days after fire at warehouse near St Mary's
Firefighters have been tackling a huge warehouse fire near St Mary's Stadium, more than a day after it began. As dawn broke yesterday morning, it was a scene of devastation in Melbourne Street as the Polystar Plastics unit had been reduced to piles
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BMW driver rammed cars on M3 'to improve their driving' in drug rampage
A driver who caused "pandemonium" on the M3, driving at up to 130mph and ramming cars out of the way, told police he was targeting people whose driving did not meet his expectations. Gavin Bathurst-Shaw Binning described his actions as a "once
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Motorcyclist with life changing injury called pregnant fiancée just after crash
The pregnant fiancée of a man seriously injured in a horrific motorcycle crash has recalled the moment he called her while pinned under his bike. John Young was involved in a serious crash while riding his Lexmoto motorbike on Tuesday. The
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Lost Lioness tells the story of the forgotten World Cup as new film released
It's the untold story of the lost Lionesses. Until now, the heroics of Totton footballer Louise Gardner (née Cross) and her England teammates at the 1971 Women's World Cup have been forgotten and the Football Association still won't reward any
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'Get points on the board' - Asghar targeting strong end to PL2 season
MANAGER Adam Asghar demanded Saints under-21s claim all three points against Stoke City on Friday evening to give them the best chance of reaching the Premier League 2 playoffs. Southampton currently sit 20th in the PL2, three points below 16th
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Flower power and beloved books: five things to do this Mother's Day weekend
From flower power to beloved books, we're heading into a packed spring programme in Southampton and around Hampshire. Here's five things to do this Mother's Day weekend March 9 and 10. At Exbury Gardens... Visitors to Exbury Gardens
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Townhill Park residents could be moved out as redevelopment of 200 homes under review
Hundreds of residents could be moved out from flats in Townhill Park as plans to redevelop 200 homes have been put under review. The regeneration of the Southampton estate has been moving slowly since 2011 but now the decommissioning of several
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More than £10k handed to rare cancer cause in tribute to physiotherapist
The Kirsty Louise Streek Foundation has donated more than £10,000 to UK charity Sarcoma UK in memory of a Southampton physiotherapist. The foundation was established to remember Kirsty Louise Streek, who tragically lost her life to the rare cancer
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Baby Pygmy goats bring joy to care home residents
Shawford Springs care home was visited by baby pygmy goats Trevor and Arnie, from Ems Friendly Farm in Durley. The Compton residential home, operated by Barchester Healthcare, saw the furry duo entertain, offering cuddles to its residents.
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Kingsbridge introduces its 'greenest ever' industrial scheme
Kingsbridge is set to launch its 'greenest ever' industrial scheme, Ferne Park, at the former Chartwell Court in Segensworth. The commercial property developer has been granted planning consent for the 'highly-sustainable' warehouse and logistics
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Driver watched TV at the wheel and drove in bus lane
The following cases have been heard at Southampton Magistrates' Court... ALAKS KOLECI, 19, of Pansy Road, Southampton pleaded guilty to driving without insurance and driving without a licence on Violet Road, Southampton. He was in a Mitsubishi
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What we know so far about armed police in Portswood
Armed police descended on a busy Southampton road yesterday after a man was seen holding a kitchen knife. At least a dozen police vehicles rushed to Portswood Road just before 10am after the man was seen holding the large knife by a nearby shop
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Pupils dress up as favourite characters for World Book Day 2024
Children across Hampshire have dressed up as characters from some of the most famous books in celebration of World Book Day 2024. Pupils from across the county got suited up as some of literature's most loved or loathed characters and creatures