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Red Jet vessel for sale amid ongoing Isle of Wight ferry chaos
One of Red Funnel's foot passenger vessels — Red Jet 4 — is up for sale, amid ongoing concerns over the reliability of the Isle of Wight ferry firm. The company has told the Echo's sister paper, the Isle of Wight County Press, it has only 'partially
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Neighbour reveals what happened before police drugs raid opposite school
Police have raided a house opposite a school after they were tipped off about a number of cannabis plants. Hampshire Police were first alerted to the plants, at a property on Waterloo Road in Freemantle, on Monday morning but according to a resident
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Man 'impaled' knife into chef's leg after row over change at restaurant, jury told
A man grabbed a knife before “impaling it” into the leg of a chef at a Caribbean restaurant after a dispute over change, a jury has been told. Jaypal Khaira, 33, is accused of stabbing chef Austin Whithorne in the inner thigh after an argument
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Police raid house opposite Southampton school
5:14pm A resident of the area said: “It was around 4 o’clock in the morning on Monday and me and my wife heard banging
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Saints have two round pegs for every position - Martin can keep selection specialist
SAINTS defender Juan Larios is beginning to play a more prominent role in the media team's social media posts. The 20 year old will be eased back into action by boss Russell Martin, having been out injured since November 2022. However, the
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Ted Baker calls in administrators putting hundreds of jobs at risk
Owners of high street chain Ted Baker have moved to push its British operations into administration, putting hundreds of jobs at risk. The move is expected to result in store closures and job losses, Sky News has reported. It comes 18 months
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Hampshire Nationwide branch closed due to 'health and safety issues'
A Hampshire branch of Nationwide has temporarily closed due to health and safety concerns. It is unclear when the Nationwide branch in Ringwood, on Market Place, will reopen. A sign on the storefront reads: “Due to unforeseen health and safety
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Southampton police officer learns fate after making up abusive boyfriend
A lying police officer who claimed she had been repeatedly attacked by her fictitious ex-boyfriend has been spared prison. Nadia Thurley, 29, a probationary officer with Hampshire Police, alleged she had been assaulted 14 times, including being
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Hampshire Cricket and Southern Vipers kits for new season revealed
HAMPSHIRE Cricket and Southern Vipers have this week unveiled their New Balance kits for the 2024 season. The famous Rose & Crown features heavily on the County Championship and One Day Cup shirts, with it being interwoven into the design of each
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Why firefighters were seen at a Southampton cemetery
Firefighters were spotted at a Southampton cemetery on Monday – and this is why. Crews from Redbridge attended Hollybrook Cemetery to reports of a fire in the open. But upon arrival at the scene, the fire turned out to be a controlled burn.
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Two teens charged followed daylight attempted knifepoint robberies
Two teenage boys have been charged after two alleged daylight robberies in Totton. The charges come after two incidents, the first of which was on Tuesday, March 12, on Rum Walk at around 3.20pm. The second incident occurred on Wednesday, March
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How you can shop at Asda for £10 a week (see full shopping list and meal plan)
A savvy student has shared her full shopping list and meal plan which shows how she spends £10 a week. As bills continue to rocket and the high cost of living continues to cause a strain on our finances, many Brits will be looking for ways to
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Is it illegal to go into someone's garden to get your football back?
Playing a bit of football in the back garden is all fun and games until the ball is launched over the fence and onto your neighbour's property. This can often be an awkward situation for residents who don't know their neighbours or those who have
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6 dupes you can pick up from Home Bargains that could save you up to £207
A savvy shopper has shared six dupes of popular designer products from the likes of Olaplex and Charlotte Tilbury that you can pick up at Home Bargains. Eilish Stout-Cairns, a bargain hunter from Newcastle, recently shared her beauty dupe finds
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M271 closed after woman seen on 'wrong side of railings'
Police have given an update on why the M271 in Southampton was closed yesterday evening. The force says it was called at around 5.58pm on Monday (March 18) to reports of concern for the welfare of a woman. The woman was seen to be on the
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Knife, drugs and phone seized as 17-year-old arrested on Southampton estate
A 17-year-old boy has been arrested in Southampton after a search uncovered a knife, drugs and mobile phones. Police were carrying out patrols in the Holyrood Estate yesterday when they came across two males "loitering and acting suspiciously"
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Motorists warned of Redbridge Causeway diversion as work gets underway today
Motorists have been warned of diversions as work gets underway at Redbridge Causeway this evening. Repair works are due to take place today on the Redbridge Causeway slip road heading into Southampton. The slip road will be closed from 8pm
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M271 closed for hours due to police incident
The M271 in Southampton has reopened after it was closed for hours due to a police incident. The motorway was shut between the M27 and junction one for Southampton at around 6.20pm yesterday. Police attended the scene on the southbound carriageway
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Queues on M27 as lane closed for roadworks
9:13am Traffic has now mostly cleared. Short delays of less than five minutes remain.
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Millions 'suffering in silence' with old energy meters, says Chandler's Ford firm
Chandler's Ford-based firm, Utilita Energy, claims 2.25 million households are 'suffering in silence' with outdated key and card pay-as-you-go meters. CEO Bill Bullen has praised Citizens Advice and the Committee for Fuel Poverty for recognising
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These are the 7 'silent' signs of house damage you need to look out for this spring
'Tis the season to DIY so if you're planning a little Spring cleaning and maintenance, these are seven 'silent' signs of house damage you need to look out for. After the rotten winter weather, many of us will be considering doing some home renovations
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Shipwrecks of the Solent - how watery depths hide secret history
The body of water stretching between the Isle of Wight and mainland Britain looks on a normal day to be a sheltered and tranquil stretch of calm sea, sometimes getting a bit rough during the winter months as the warships sail out of Portsmouth and
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Driver caught with no front registration plate and not wearing belt at court
The following cases have been heard at Southampton Magistrates' Court... MAX PLAISTER, 21, of HMP Winchester pleaded guilty to causing criminal damage to a kitchen window worth £150 in Eastleigh. He was ordered to pay £150 compensation. VADIMS
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Serial Co-Op thief jailed for more than a year after £900 spree
A Southampton shoplifter who stole almost £900 worth of food, alcohol and washing detergent from Co-Op has been jailed. Daniel Barnes, 34, was jailed for 84 weeks at Southampton Magistrates' Court after a month-long spree of thefts from Co-Op.
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Full list of road closures revealed for ABP Southampton Marathon 2024
Several roads in Southampton are set to close as thousands of runners take part in the annual ABP Marathon. The popular event returns to the city on April 7, offering people the chance to run 5k, 10k, and a half and full marathon. But this
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Cunard unveil new deck games line-up for Queen Anne's maiden voyage
Cunard has revealed some of the new deck games guests can play aboard Queen Anne ahead of its maiden voyage. With less than 50 days until the journey, the luxury cruise line was proud to announce some exclusive partnerships. Partnering with
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From grand manor house to boarded-up eyesore
South Stoneham House in Swaythling has had many purposes and owners in its long history. The land where the house stands was known as Bishop's Stoneham, with records of the manor tracing back as far as the 11th century. This hints at a long-standing
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Petition to keep Crosfield Hall in current location passes 1,000 signatures
A petition over one of the biggest schemes in Romsey's history has gained more than 1,000 signatures. Hilary Philbin's campaign is calling for civic chiefs to keep the Crosfield Hall in its current location. The issue has been hugely controversial
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Huge care home can be built despite fears it will 'endanger' road users
Controversial plans for a 66-bed care home have been given the go-ahead - despite claims that "insufficient" on-site parking will endanger road users. LNT Care Developments has received consent to build a two-storey complex on land next to the
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What is going on with former Saints captain Ward-Prowse at West Ham?
FORMER Saints captain James Ward-Prowse had media and fans alike fawning over his early West Ham performances. They hailed the set-piece specialist, who has scored five goals and laid on 11 assists in 40 appearances for his new side. He put
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'We look forward to honouring his legacy': RNLI names £89k lifeboat
Calshot RNLI'S new £89,000 lifeboat was called out twice just 24 hours after its official naming ceremony. Named after a Hampshire businessman who died four years ago, the 16ft David Radcliffe responded to two incidents that occurred less than
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'My children have grown up without a dad': beloved father's memorial fundraiser
THE mum of two children who grew up without their dad after he died from a brain tumour at just 35 is to mark the 20th anniversary of his death with a series of fundraisers. Joanne Ainslie and family are hoping to raise £10,000 in memory of Craig
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Porsche driver clocked almost double the speed limit on suburban road
A Porsche driver has been ordered to pay almost £1,400 after speeding on a busy suburban road. Paul Byrne was clocked at 53mph as he drove along Bitterne Road West on October 26, 2022. The 46-year-old of Channel Way, Ocean Village was caught
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Next phase of care village development branded 'dreadful' but permitted
Councillors have narrowly permitted the next phase of development at a retirement village near Chandler's Ford. Ampfield Meadows is currently under construction on the former North Hill Sawmill Yard in Baddesley Road, Flexford. The retirement
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John Bishop adds Southampton date to sell out tour - here's how to get tickets
Comedy superstar John Bishop has added a string of extra dates, including a Southampton stop, to his latest stand-up tour following a phenomenal demand for tickets. Tickets for the extra shows, which bring the Back At it UK tour to a huge 86 dates
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Resident reveals shock as 'more than 15 officers' descend on quiet street
A 21-year-old from Southampton was Tasered by police on a quiet suburban street on Sunday night. Surprised residents watched on in shock late on Sunday night as a 21-year-old was Tasered by police in Weston. Police were patrolling the area
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Dates announced for return of British Motor Yacht Show
Expect exclusive previews and award-winning designs from leading boat brands as the annual British Motor Yacht Show returns to Swanwick Marina this spring. The UK's most prestigious event for serious motor boat buyers will run from May 16 to 19
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The ultimate pub quiz? The Chase star announces another chance to 'Beat the Beast'
The Chase star Mark Labbett will be staying in Eastleigh for an extra day thanks to popular demand. 'The Beast', who first appeared on the ITV quiz show in 2009, will take on quizzers at the Concorde Club on Thursday, April 11. But after that
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Family set to miss holiday as wrong child's picture linked to passport
A family's £5,000 all-inclusive holiday to Egypt has turned into a nightmare after they were told a three-year-old's passport was delayed as the Passport Office used a picture of the wrong child. Mum Jasmeen Basi, 34, of Shirley, was hoping to
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Inactive explosive dug up in city was 'metres from gas main'
An inactive explosive device found in Southampton last week was "just metres from a gas main". Buildings were evacuated and a Royal Navy bomb disposal team called in after an unexploded device was found in the city centre last week, March 14.
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Pigs saved from slaughter are looking for their forever home
Two pigs who were saved from slaughter are looking for their forever home. Pot belly mix Dizzy and Loco are 10-year-old sisters who were rescued as piglets. The pair have resided at St Francis Animal Welfare in Fair Oak since then but are now
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Award-winning photographer focuses on life in the New Forest
An award-winning photographer is set to publish a new book that focuses on life in the New Forest. Steve Poole is a former Fleet Street snapper whose subjects have included Kate Moss, Sir David Attenborough, and Dame Helen Mirren. His work has
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Ex Saints raise £5k for paediatric intensive care unit
It's been a busy year of social and sporting fundraisers for the Ex Saints, who have raised thousands of pounds for good causes. Glenn Cockerill's Ex Saints eleven have played nine full games already this season, winning all but one and raising