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Brooks scores for Wales to set up playoff final against Bednarek’s Poland
SAINTS winger David Brooks scored and provided an assist for Wales as they beat Finland 4-1 in European Championship qualifying on Thursday evening. The victory saw them progress to the Euro 2024 playoff final, where they will face Jan Bednarek's
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Leicester charged with breach of Premier League rules and could face points deduction
LEICESTER City have been referred to an independent commission by the Premier League for an alleged breach of profitability and sustainability rules during their previous seasons in the top flight. The Foxes – currently second in the Championship
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How do Saints help to ensure their players come back from a long-term injury?
IT is easy to take an injured player's prognosis as gospel and discard them from our thoughts until that deadline comes. For the player in question, the injury can mean a long, frustrating and painful personal journey with - crucially - nothing
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Why Premier League trophy will be in Eastleigh this weekend
EASTLEIGH Football Club have announced that the Premier League trophy will be pitchside for Saturday's match. In celebration of Non-League Day supporters are invited to see the Premier League trophy up close and personal at the Silverlake Stadium
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Council 'exploring' plans for tram network in Southampton
Work is already underway to explore the possibility of a new city metro system. Southampton Citizens’ Climate Assembly recently published priority actions to improve the city’s transport system. Recommendations from the resident-led initiative
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Military Preparation College in Totton features on The One Show
A Totton-based military training facility has been featured on the BBC. On Tuesday night a special video package of, MCPT, a military preparation and training college – which has a centre at Totton College – was aired on The One Show, showcasing
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Ferry axed by operator amid passenger decline and cost concerns
A ferry firm has decided to axe one of its foot passenger vessels following a drop in passengers and cost concerns. Southampton-based Red Funnel's Red Jet 4 has been out of action since the end of 2023. Earlier this week, the County Press revealed
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'Obscure' council tax discount highlighted by Martin Lewis could save you thousands
A little-known council tax discount highlighted by Martin Lewis could save people thousands of pounds on their council tax this year, as bills are set to increase again next month. The Money Saving Expert has previously raised awareness of the
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Greene King offering free pints - but only when this one thing happens
Greene King has partnered with former professional footballer Peter Crouch to launch a giveaway of free pints across the country but there’s a catch. Free pints will only be given away after the first drop of rain falls in Manchester from March
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What temperature should a fridge be?
We look in our fridge multiple times a day but do you know what temperature it should actually be at? You might have asked this question whilst fetching milk for your morning cuppa or when raiding the shelves for a midnight snack. Either way
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I'm a personal finance writer: How to spot a scam and what to do if you're scammed
With technology being a huge part of our lives, it’s worth knowing what to look out for when it comes to scams. Scams can pop up at any time including on emails or via phone calls and if scammers are successful, they can leave us out of pocket.
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'Remember bin men are out in all weathers' - Letter
On reading some of the comments made about the bin men, what people seem to think is totally wrong. You need to remember that your bin men are out in weather conditions starting at 6.30 am, finishing at 3.36 pm. Yes, they are doing the job and
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Police officers swarm shop on Shirley Road
1:35pm We're waiting to hear back from Hampshire Police and the Home Office on the nature of the raid and will bring that
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'Lice-infested' horses suffered 'long neglect' at hands of woman 'trusted' with care
Starved horses who were infested with parasites suffered ‘long neglect’ at the hands of their owner. Charlene Rudgley failed to care for ponies Darcey and Biscuit on her field in Winchester. Both equines were emaciated and suffering with wounds
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Taxi driver raped passenger in back of his cab after she fell asleep, court told
A taxi driver raped a female passenger in the back of his cab after she fell asleep following a night out, a court heard. Ioan-Cristian Manole allegedly took advantage of his "very tired" lone female customer after she dozed off in the early hours
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Pollard and Mandhana selected by Southern Brave in Hundred draft
KIERON Pollard, Smriti Mandhana, and Laurie Evans were among the big names to join Southern Brave at the Hundred draft on Wednesday. In the women’s competition, Indian batter Smriti Mandhana was chosen with the Brave’s first pick - joining Danni
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Detective fears missing Southampton mum is dead
A senior detective who is leading the search for a Southampton mum who has been missing for more than four years has said he fears she is dead. But Detective Chief Inspector Toby Elcock said he doesn’t know if Joanne Sheen was murdered or if her
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WATCH: Dramatic moment car smashes into shop front
CCTV footage shows the moment an elderly woman accidentally reversed into an expensive art gallery. Westover Gallery in Ringwood was forced to temporarily close its doors after a woman smashed into the shop front. Firefighters were able to
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Heavy delays on M27 as large tailbacks build
9:06am Further delays A broken-down vehicle is causing additional delays on the M27. #M27 Westbound - One
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Mum of missing woman urges President Biden to help find her
The mother of a woman who has been missing for three years is urging the President of the United States to find her. Sarm Heslop, a former air hostess from Southampton, went missing from catamaran Siren Song off the coast of St John in the early
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Comic Relief receives boost as seniors smash rowing target
Elderly residents at Netley Court care home in Southampton outstripped a rowing challenge for Comic Relief. Joined by 11 staff and a family member, 80-year-old Valerie Haynes and 77-year-old Claude Vidal rowed a remarkable 51,229m on a rowing machine
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What temperature should a fridge be? (plus some energy saving tips)
We look in our fridge multiple times a day but do you know what temperature it should actually be at? You might have asked this question whilst fetching milk for your morning cuppa or when raiding the shelves for a midnight snack. Either way
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More than 200 years of service for Southampton and Cowes
Not only is Red Funnel the original Isle of Wight ferry service, but its roots reach back more than 200 years. It provides vital transportation links between the Isle of Wight and the mainland, and the distinctive red funnels have become an iconic
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£1.3m in funding set to halt wildlife decline in the New Forest
A funding boost of £1.3m has been granted to increase wildlife in the New Forest. The National Park Authority and partners are celebrating the award granted by the Species Survival Fund. This fund, a joint operation between Defra and The National
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Gunman, knifeman and masked raiders - Saints player was threatened by them all
The late Saints stalwart Bryn Elliott was once asked who was the trickiest opponent he had faced. His answer was simple as it was understandable - a gunman. His playing days over, he and his wife Sheila ran an off-licence in Waterloo Road, Southampton
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Annual charity think tank tackles sector challenges
Charity leaders from across the south gathered to meet in Winchester for a second annual think tank. The event, hosted by Chandler's Ford-based HWB Chartered Accountants and Charisma Charity Recruitment, took place at the Hotel du Vin and featured
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Greggs thief damaged cabinet and assaulted man at Above Bar Street store
A Southampton man has walked free from court after stealing drinks and damaging a cabinet at Greggs before assaulting someone. Mark Coffin, 38, caused damage to a glass chiller cabinet at Greggs in Above Bar Street. During the incident on
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Points for driver who failed to report car accident in Hedge End
The following cases have been heard at Southampton Magistrates' Court... LEON CHIMA, 31, of Mayfield Road, Southampton admitted to driving without insurance and driving whilst disqualified on Portswood Road. He also pleaded guilty to possessing
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Homeless charity funding cuts will put '900 people on streets'
A charity has said a decision to cut all funding for rough sleepers will put 900 people on the streets. Richard Gammage, chief executive of Two Saints - which covers Southampton and wider Hampshire - curently receives cash from Hampshire County
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Council recommends closure of town's primary school this year
Hampshire County Council will recommend the closure of a primary school after it revealed it has just 20 pupils on its roll. Ampfield C of E Primary School in Romsey is set to close following a five-week statutory consultation requested by the
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Patient's fury after threatening letter from debt agency over dental treatment
A patient was sent a threatening letter by a debt collection agency demanding payment for a dental appointment she had paid for six months ago. Linda Bridgwater was left "disgusted and upset" after she was told to pay £220 for her treatment at
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Man made more than £76k working illegally at care home in someone else's name
A Zimbabwean national who had no right to work in the UK worked at a care home using another person's name for at least three years. Vuyolwethu Ntandani was employed at Fryers House Care Home in Romsey from August 2019 using the name and details
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Spurned lover dumped sex toys outside ex’s house and stole Viagra delivery
A spurned lover stole a Viagra delivery and dumped sex toys outside his ex-partner’s house in a fit of rage. Crack cocaine user Ashley Osman sought revenge after his boyfriend ended the ‘oppressive’ relationship. Southampton Crown Court heard
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Meet the top professor who was once told 'women need not apply'
As one of the UK’s most eminent geologists, she has uncovered climate secrets from hundreds of millions of years ago. Now, former University of Southampton student Professor Dame Jane Francis is sharing some of her career highlights and tips in
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Teaching hub achieves prestigious four-year reaccreditation
The HISP Teaching School Hub in Southampton has secured reaccreditation from the Department for Education for a further four years. As the designated hub for teacher training and development across the South Coast, HISP will continue to deliver
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A former water tower ripe for Grand Designs-style conversion is up for auction
A 52ft high water tower set to be converted into a five-storey home with roof terrace will go under the hammer in Hampshire next month. Would-be property developers could snap up their own Grand Designs-style project when the disused tower goes
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New park named after Echo readers take part in poll
A park in Southampton city centre has been named after a Daily Echo poll that attracted nearly 3,000 votes. Work is underway to turn former car park in Castle Way and Albion Place into a bus hub and a park, the city’s first green space in the Old
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Jane Austen’s desk to be on display in Southampton
Jane Austen’s desk is set to be on display in Southampton. The public will be able to see the author’s travelling writing desk for the first time since she lived in the city more than 200 years ago. From November 2024 until February 2025, the
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Police station reopens after 10 years - with promise Eastleigh will follow
The Hampshire Police and Crime Commissioner has reopened a police station in Park Gate in a bid to improve access to policing for the public. Park Gate police station, which was shut to the public more than ten years ago, is now open on Tuesdays
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Residents have 'had enough' over illegal car meets, say police
Hampshire police say Hedge End residents have "had enough" of illegal car meets as officers crack down on nuisance gatherings. Hedge End police officers have issued an update on the state of the problem after "boy racers" caused problems. This
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Stunning thatched cottage on leafy lane up for sale for more than £1 million
This stunning thatched cottage with glorious gardens on a leafy lane is up for sale for £1.295 million. Originally built in the 1930s, the four-bedroom home in Ampfield has been recently extended, resulting in an immaculate family home with fantastic
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New pedestrian crossings and resurfaced roads coming to area of Southampton
New pedestrian crossings, resurfaced roads, upgraded lighting, new cycle lanes, new wayfinding and real-time public transport information will be coming to a Southampton suburb as part of a new travel hub. Works are set to start on the delivery