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How the sentencing unfolded as seven men jailed for involvement in Mark Noke killing
Seven men have been jailed for more than 125 years combined after Mark Noke was stabbed during a botched robbery attempt at his Southampton flat. Keiran Claffey was jailed for life with a minimum of 29 years after the judge ruled that he had stabbed
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Russell Martin has got one big problem left ahead of Championship finale
SAINTS manager Russell Martin has got one big problem left ahead of the Championship run-in. It is not the fact they must play 10 games in 36 days - although that is not ideal either - as momentum could be massive. He has no issue with scoring
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These are the seven men jailed for their part in Mark Noke's death
Police have released mugshots of seven men who were jailed for more than 125 years combined after the death of Mark Noke. Justin Roach, Keiran Claffey, and Leighton Tabone were all convicted of murder and conspiracy to rob after a seven-and-a-half-week
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Mark Noke 'did nothing to deserve mindless and abhorrent violence' shown to him
The police officer who led the investigation into the murder of Mark Noke has reacted after seven men were jailed in connection with the case today. Keiran Claffey, Leighton Tabone and Justin Roach were convicted of murdering the 64-year-old dad
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Mark Noke's family statement in full as gang who killed him is jailed
Mark Noke's family have said they are "haunted and heartbroken" as those responsible for his death were jailed for more than 125 years. The 64-year-old's family issued a statement shortly after seven men were jailed for a combined 128 and a half
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'Numerous complaints' over 'long-running' traffic chaos near Southampton General
Councillors have received "numerous complaints" about traffic issues around the city's hospital. Four councillors have signed an open letter to health bosses calling on them to take action after what they call "the ongoing congestion situation"
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Why police rushed to emergency incident at train station this morning
Police were called to a concern for welfare incident at a train station. Travellers faced disruption at Southampton Airport Parkway this morning. READ MORE: This is why police were at Southampton railway station Officers from British Transport
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Motorists warned as delays are 'increasing' westbound on Redbridge Road - Live
3:12pm AA Traffic News is reporting: "Delays of five minutes and delays increasing on A33 Redbridge Road Westbound between
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Shearer labels former Saint 'one of the best' two-footed players ever
FOOTBALL legend Alan Shearer labelled former Saint Russell Osman as "one of the best" two-footed players he has ever seen. Former England international centre-back Osman joined Saints when he was 29 years old in 1988, making 120 appearances for
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Permits and garden waste among services to increase in price in council budget
Car parking permits, garden waste collections, careline services and entry to museums are just some of the increased charges residents will face in the coming year. Southampton City Council’s approved budget for 2024/25 includes a wide range of
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This is why police were at Southampton railway station
Several train services were disrupted at Southampton Central station – and this is why. A police incident caused delays to people’s journeys on Monday evening. British Transport Police (BTP) has since confirmed officers were called to the station
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Injured defender Larios pictured back in Saints training
SAINTS defender Juan Larios has been pictured back in training during the club's extended international break. The 20 year old has not played any minutes for either the senior or youth team this season as he recovers from injury. Larios was
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Eastleigh's trip to Barnet postponed due to waterlogged pitch
EASTLEIGH's Vanarama National League away fixture against Barnet has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch. A pitch inspection on Tuesday deemed the playing surface at The Hive Stadium to be unplayable, causing the game to be called off six
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Mark Noke murder - Live updates as men sentenced
5:53pm Mark Noke did nothing to deserve violence shown to him, says detective
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Police launch hunt after £600 of children's clothes stolen from Next
Hampshire Police are searching for a man and woman after more than £600 worth of clothes were stolen from Next in Hedge End. Police would like to speak to them in connection with a £600 shoplifting incident which took place in Next on Charles Watts
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Cannabis factory discovery leads to man's arrest
A man has been arrested after police discovered a cannabis factory in Southampton. Police officers attended the property on Emsworth Road in Shirley around 3pm yesterday and found between 200 and 300 suspected cannabis plants in various stages
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Family butchers' expansion opens as farm shop gains kitchen and outdoor seating
A HUSBAND-and-wife team have expanded their butchery business to a new site on the same farm. Mike and Sarah Alexander have re-launched The Farmers Butcher at Swallowfields Farm in Bramshaw with a new shop at the front of the farm. They now
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Moped rider injured in collision involving a van
A moped rider has suffered a minor injury after a collision involving a van. Police officers were called to an incident shortly after 7am on Tuesday morning, March 12, on Bassett Avenue, Southampton. Officers confirmed a moped rider was hurt
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Adams on Arma: 'His wife is pregnant again so he's clinical on and off the pitch'
CHE Adams labelled best mate Adam Armstrong "clinical on and off the pitch" as the Saints forward celebrates some family news. Armstrong is the club's leading scorer and his 28 goal contributions (18 goals, 11 assists) are the highest in England's
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Inside Southampton's historic cigarette factory after £30 million transformation
One of the world’s top five tobacco companies has been manufacturing cigarettes for more than 120 years – but did you know they have been working in Southampton since 1912? The Echo has been behind the scenes with British American Tobacco (BAT)
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A new Greggs has opened today - where to get your steak bake fix
Freshly prepared Greggs favourites, including sausage rolls, steak bakes and vegan alternatives, are flying off the shelves, after the bakery chain opened a new shop in Hedge End this morning. The store, on the site at Hedge End Trade Park previously
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Free workshops coming to Westquay LEGO store next month
Free in-store workshops for six to 12-year-olds will take place at the LEGO shop in Southampton next month. Themes such as entertainment, space, imagination and gaming will be explored at the events, due to take place at the store, in Westquay
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Police issue update after three vehicles destroyed in blaze
A fire involving several cars in a quiet Eastleigh neighbourhood is being treated as a 'suspected arson', police have confirmed. Firefighters from Eastleigh, Redbridge, and St Mary’s were called to the blaze on Drum Road in Eastleigh just after
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Controversial influencers Andrew Tate and Tristan Tate arrested
Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan have been arrested in Romania over allegations of sexual aggression. The controversial social media influences were detained with charges dating back to 2012 and 2015. An investigation is pending after the
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Food labels on British products set to change to ‘help customers’ under new plans
Food labels are set to be made clearer to help customers buy “high quality” British food under new plans unveiled by the government. A consultation, first announced at the Oxford Farming Conference in January (which runs until May 7), will consider
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All the Celebrity Big Brother Housemates facing live eviction this week
Celebrity Big Brother has revealed the Housemates that are up for the next live eviction on Tuesday night (March 12). Voting for this week’s eviction starts at the end of tonight’s show (March 11) and will decide the fate of the Celebrity Housemates
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Large machete and suspected Class A drugs found hidden in bushes in pedestrian area
A large machete was found hidden in the bushes in a busy pedestrian area. Officers from Hampshire Constabulary uncovered the sizeable blade in the subway area near to Six Dials. A deal bag containing a large amount of suspected Class A drugs
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Experts share 5 ways you could save money by organising your kitchen cupboards
Re-organising your kitchen cupboards probably isn’t a job you do too often but doing it could save you money on your food shop. The experts at MuscleFood.com have shared how homeowners can save on food waste and unnecessary spending by reshuffling
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Young adults urged to get MMR jab as cases rise in England
More than 900,000 young adults who didn’t have their measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) jab as children are being invited to take part in a catch-up campaign as the number of measles cases rises. The NHS is writing to 19 to 25-year-olds in London
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Everything you need to know about measles from symptoms to treatment
Spreading very easily, Measles can cause serious issues among some people so here is everything you need to know. The contagious infection is caused by a virus and while it often gets better on its own, some people can become very sick. "Measles
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Drivers issued important satnav warning ahead of M25 closures
Drivers are being warned to ignore satnavs and follow official diversion routes ahead of an “unprecedented” closure of the M25 this weekend. National Highways issued the alert as it prepares to close a five-mile stretch of the motorway in Surrey
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Mid-air engine failure and more: Former mayor continues travel yarns in new book
Experiencing a total blackout in Mongolia and being blessed by the Pope in Vatican City are just some of the dozens of travel yarns included in a series of books penned by the rather well travelled former mayor of Eastleigh. The latest book by
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Plan for £50m retail hub at the centre of 6,000-home development
Plans to build a £50m commercial and retail hub at the centre of Welborne Garden Village have been unveiled. The proposed development will form a key part of the 6,000-home scheme, which will occupy a huge site north of the M27 near Fareham.
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World Book Day pictures - more than 200 of your fantastic photos
We've asked to see your World Book Day photos - and you definitely delivered plenty and then some! From Willy Wonka to Miss Trunchbull from Matilda - and The Joker, Ariel and more in between - youngsters across the Southampton area did the big
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Man who stole almost £4,000 from Hugo Boss among those in court
The following cases have been heard at Southampton Magistrates' Court. WILLIAM CLARKE, 42, of Magnolia Road, Southampton pleaded guilty to causing criminal damage to a ladder and a van in Southampton worth £1,100. He also admitted to possessing
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Nine New Forest car parks have closed for months - here's where and why
Forestry England has closed nine New Forest car parks and created no-go areas for walkers in a bid to protect ground-nesting birds. The organisation, which is taking part in a UK campaign to ensure the survival of species such as lapwing, nightjar
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Everything we know so far as police launch probe into Eastleigh car fires
Police officers have launched an investigation after a huge blaze destroyed two cars and a van in Eastleigh. The vehicles, in Drum Road, were destroyed in the early hours of Monday morning. Here's everything we know so far. The fire broke
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Work begins on £350k revamp of railway station
Work has started on a £353,000 scheme to improve disabled access to Totton railway station. A second entrance to the platform on the southern side of the station will make it easier for people using wheelchairs, mobility scooters, and pushchairs
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Inquest into three-year-old girl's death opens amid neglect case
AN inquest has opened after the death of a three-year-old child in Southampton more than a year ago. Amy Makey, of Wharncliffe Road, was found dead at her home on December 29, 2022, at around 7am. The inquest was opened at Winchester Coroners
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Everything we know about Mark Noke case as three men set to be sentenced for murder
Three men have been found guilty of murder and another two of manslaughter following a seven-week trial after the death of Mark Noke. Keiran Claffey, Leighton Tabone and Justin Roach were all convicted of murder by a jury at Winchester Crown Court
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Woman trapped in hospital bed feared for her safety after 'pensioner attacked'
A woman trapped in her bed was fearing for her safety after a fellow patient was attacked. Diana Pothecary said she and other vulnerable women were put at serious risk at Southampton General Hospital. The 58-year-old from Bitterne says she
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'I know how much he is hurting' - Sunderland boss sympathising with injured Stewart
SUNDERLAND interim manager Mike Dodds expressed his sympathy for Ross Stewart, admitting: "I know how much he will be hurting right now." Stewart arrived at Southampton from Sunderland during the summer transfer window but spent his first few months
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Saints loan watch: Caleta-Car helps Lyon's upward trajectory in Ligue 1
CROATIAN defender Duje Caleta-Car played the full match as French giants Lyon beat Lorient 2-0 to continue their ascent up the Ligue 1 table. The 27 year old has been a key part of the Lyon defence in recent weeks - playing 90 minutes in each of
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Eight games in 27 days - how will Saints cope with chaotic April schedule?
IN MANY ways, Southampton's April schedule makes for grim reading, even more so considering this is the business end of the season. The postponement of Southampton's March fixtures against Leicester City and Preston North End has intensified next
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'I could have died': Mum 'terrified' after car blazes damage home
A huge blaze that destroyed multiple vehicles and damaged a resident’s home in a quiet Eastleigh street has left residents in shock. Drum Road resident Jennett Unwin had her car destroyed and her home damaged in an arson that meant her week of
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Work to replace gantry on M27 after fatal crash could take 'months'
National Highways has provided an update on when work will take place on the M27 following the fatal crash that destroyed a gantry in Southampton. The crash - involving a Mercedes lorry, Nissan Juke and Volkswagen Polo - happened just after 12.30p
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Drumstick twirling majorettes from 1970s - in pictures
While majorettes are often associated with the United States and France, they have a presence in the UK as well. Their history here is relatively recent compared to other countries, but they have become a vibrant part of British cultural events
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Mum of four forced to leave 'unliveable' home as wallpaper fills like water balloon
A mum has had to move out of her flat with her children after their bedroom wallpaper filled up with water resembling a water balloon. Lisa Curnow had to leave her flat at Meredith Towers after the sprinkles system went off in her upstairs neighbour's
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Tina Turner flash mob takes over shopping centre
Shoppers stopped in their tracks as dozens of singers took over Whiteley Shopping Centre with their flash mob version of a Tina Turner classic. Buskerteers, a collection of choirs on a mission to raise £1 million for charity, raised £9,000 for