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Adams and Armstrong not expected to talk Saints contracts until end of season
SAINTS boss Russell Martin is happy to wait until after the season finishes to discuss contract extensions for Che Adams and Stuart Armstrong. Both players are on deals that expire in the summer, meaning they will be available to join another club
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Man arrested after dozens of dead animals dumped outside village shop
A Totton man has been arrested in connection with an incident where a number of dead animals were left outside a shop in Broughton. Police were called on the morning of Friday, March 15, after around 50 dead hares, a kestrel and a barn owl were
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Work to begin next week on 6,000-home development
A landmark moment has seen planning chiefs give the green light to the first 363 homes to be built at Welborne – with work set to start next week. The approved houses form part of what will be known as the Chesterfield and Dashwood neighbourhoods
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Hampshire shopping centre announces revised opening times for Easter weekend
Whiteley Shopping Centre has announced new opening times for the Easter weekend. The new opening hours will be in place for the long weekend from Friday, March 29, to Monday, April 1. The centre’s opening hours will be: Friday
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Walker-Peters insists it is 'fortunate' Saints still play Championship's top three
DEFENDER Kyle Walker-Peters thinks it could be an "advantage" to face each of the Championship's top three in the last 10 matches. Saints must visit each of Leeds United, Leicester City and Ipswich Town - on Monday - before the league table is
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Westquay confirms opening times for Easter bank holiday weekend
Westquay has announced its revised opening times for the Easter weekend. The opening hours for the bank holiday weekend will be in place from Friday, March 29 to Monday, April 1. The shopping centre’s opening hours will be:
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Tornado warning issued for Southampton and Hampshire
A tornado warning has been issued for Southampton. The warning was issued by the Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) and affects parts of the South, South West and Midlands. It warns of hazards as the region is battered by wind
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Tributes paid to 9-year-old 'little angel' who died in car crash
TRIBUTES have been paid to a nine-year-old boy who died in a car crash in North Dorset. Emergency services were called to the crash on A354 Salisbury Road at East Woodyates on Monday evening. It involved a Citroen DS9, a Ford Transit and a
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'We all want to achieve that' - Hampshire's Vince on ambitions for new season
HAMPSHIRE captain James Vince insists "there is a lot of optimism" as the county looks to end their 51-year wait for County Championship glory. The 33 year old has played a key role at Hampshire since he made his debut in 2009 - winning multiple
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'Act now' flood warning issued as Storm Nelson hits Southampton
Two flood warnings have been issued in the Southampton area as Storm Nelson hit the region on Thursday. Experts at the Environment Agency warned that access to Beaulieu will be "difficult" to get to on Thursday, whilst the level of the River Itchen
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Here's why two Love Island stars were spotted in Southampton
Two Love Island stars took to the water in Southampton as they recreated a famous movie scene. Chris Taylor and Kaz Kamwi were at Hamble Marina to promote the launch of Barbie on Sky Cinema. They recreated the iconic Barbie and Ken on sea boat
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Home improvements offered by Utilita Energy could benefit thousands
In a UK first, Utilita Energy, based in Chandler's Ford, is conducting automated checks to identify households eligible for free or subsidised decarbonisation measures. The scheme uses 70 data points about the occupants and the home they inhabit
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Dramatic drone footage shows aftermath of devastating blaze at city warehouse
New drone pictures have shown the aftermath of a devastating fire which ripped through a Southampton warehouse next to St Mary's Stadium. The photos show the building in ruins weeks on from the blaze at the building owned by Polystar Plastics
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Marwell Zoo welcomes 'exciting new arrival' of male snow leopard
Visitors to Marwell Zoo will now be able to say hello to Warjun, a beautiful male snow leopard now living at the zoo. One-year-old Warjun, who will be two in May, travelled from the Czech Republic on Monday, March 25 and arrived at his new home
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'Many thanks to friends and strangers' for fundraiser support
I would like to thank all the people who donated to the GoFundMe page set up for me by my sister-in-law Veronica Ewald. As reported in the Romsey Advertiser (and Daily Echo) on December 22, my home and all contents were lost in a fire. We have
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Secondary school could be closed as new 900-pupil school built nearby
A Fareham secondary school could close or relocate as part of plans to build a new school in Whiteley which would lead to a surplus of school places in the area. Henry Cort Community College, in Hillson Drive, could close or move to Whiteley,
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Lorry driver in court after woman hit by slabs from back of lorry
A lorry driver has made his first crown court appearance after a woman suffered life-changing injuries when items fell off the back of a lorry. Slawomir Kotlowski appeared at Southampton Crown Court today accused of causing serious injury by careless
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Saints announce new partnership with Moonpig
SAINTS have announced a new kit partnership with online card and gift retailer Moonpig. The football partnership is the first of its kind for Moonpig, with the logo sitting on the back of the men's shorts for the rest of the season. The new
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Police update on murder probe after boy, 9, killed in crash
MAGISTRATES have allowed for a woman suspected of murder to be detained for longer. The woman, in her 30s and from Hampshire, was arrested on suspicion of murder after a crash in north Dorset killed a boy aged nine. Emergency services were
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Hour-by-hour forecast for Eastleigh as weather warning extended
A yellow weather warning for wind has been extended by the Met Office, with large gusts set sweep across Eastleigh today. The weather warning is in place from 7am this morning until 11.59pm this evening, coinciding with spells of rainfall.
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Hour-by-hour forecast for the New Forest as weather warning extended
A yellow weather warning for wind has been extended by the Met Office, with large gusts set sweep across the New Forest today. The weather warning is in place from 7am this morning until 11.59pm this evening, coinciding with spells of rainfall.
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Hour-by-hour forecast for Fareham as weather warning extended
A yellow weather warning for wind has been extended by the Met Office, with large gusts set sweep across Fareham today. The weather warning is in place from 7am this morning until 11.59pm this evening, coinciding with spells of rainfall. A
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Hour-by-hour forecast for Southampton as weather warning extended
A yellow weather warning for wind has been extended by the Met Office, with large gusts set sweep across Southampton today. The weather warning is in place from 7am this morning until 11.59pm this evening, coinciding with spells of rainfall.
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Martin: 'The beautiful thing for us is that we have been written off by everyone'
MANAGER Russell Martin believes it is a positive that Saints have been "written off" by everyone ahead of the Championship run-in. The St Mary's side are nine points behind league leaders Leeds United but have two games in hand after postponements
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Motorists warned of delays with massive cruise ships docked in city today
Motorists are being warned to expect traffic congestion in Southampton today due to a high volume of cruise passengers descending on the city. Two cruise ships are departing the city and roads near the waterfront are expected to be busier than
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'Excited' - Every word Martin said as Saints return to action with Middlesbrough test
Every word Southampton manager Russell Martin said ahead of facing Middlesbrough in the return to Championship action. How are Brooks and Bednarek after the playoff on Tuesday? RM: Janny took a kick in the first game for Poland before the
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'Been assessed' - Martin issues fitness update on Walker-Peters, Fraser and Brooks
MANAGER Russell Martin has given a clean bill of health on Southampton's fitness doubts ahead of facing Middlesbrough on Friday. Ross Stewart and Juan Larios remain out with long-term injuries but have returned to the grass for the next step of
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'The devil had possession' as elderly uncle struck niece with hammer three times
It was an inoffensive remark that triggered violence from an elderly man on his niece. Jane Bran was washing fish in a brook in Lymington when she was joined by William Bran who wanted to get some water. Though it was evident what she was doing
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How to watch, stream or follow Southampton take on Middlesbrough in Championship
WITH the international break now behind us, Saints can focus on their quest for promotion to the Premier League. Russell Martin's side host Middlesbrough on Good Friday looking to gain ground on their rivals at the beginning of a busy run-in.
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Hampshire firm announces increase in turnover and hires 12 new staff
A Hampshire-based construction firm has reported a 50 per cent increase in turnover. PAH Building & Construction expects its turnover to reach £15 million by the end of the fourth quarter, and the past year has seen it strengthen its team, with
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Pensioner pleading for help as mould is 'killing' her and husband
A pensioner says her bungalow is killing her after being plagued my mould and damp issues for more than two years. The 74-year-old said moving to the property, in April Close, Bitterne, which she initially thought would help her with restricted
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Former BT offices in city centre sold for £2.7m as apartments plan a step closer
A landmark former office building in Southampton has been sold, paving the way for it to be turned into apartments. Four-storey ex-BT office block Friary House, located in Briton Street with the Grade II-listed Medieval Town Wall running along
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Woman, 90, wins award after raising funds for hospice she founded
A retired doctor has swum 90 lengths of her local pool to raise funds for the hospice she founded 34 years ago. Jan Swallow, who completed the swim ahead of her 90th birthday, has become the first winner of Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care's monthly
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Concerns over state of 100-year-old hotel designed by famous author
Planning chiefs have raised concerns about the state of what remains of a landmark hotel in the New Forest National Park. Most of the Lyndhurst Park Hotel has been demolished to make way for a multi-million-pound scheme comprising almost 80 houses
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Winchester Cathedral is increasing the price of its annual pass next month
WINCHESTER Cathedral is increasing the price of its annual passes from the start of April. Costs for adults will increase by £1, people over 66 £2, students 50p and groups by £1 per person. Under 16s, with family, will remain free. The
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M27 speeder given points for speeding at 49mph among those at Southampton court
The following cases have been heard at Southampton Magistrates' Court... MICHAEL SHANLEY, 35, of Rumbridge Street, Totton pleaded guilty to theft from a shop after he stole £388.96 of goofs from Asda in Southampton. He received a 12-month conditional
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Man jailed for exposing workers to deadly asbestos on Winchester site
A MAN has been jailed for exposing two builders to a potentially lethal asbestos to cut costs on a Winchester construction site. Stephen Davies, director of The Cavendish Winchester Ltd, was sentenced to eight months in prison. Southampton
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Brand new housing development on edge of city nearing sellout
Over 90 per cent of homes at Taylor Wimpey Southern Counties' Broadleaf Park development on the edge of Southampton have sold. The Rownhams development, which has a village setting and access to local amenities, is described by the developer as
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Hamble Point Marina to receive £1.2m upgrade
MDL’s Hamble Point Marina in Southampton is undergoing a significant £1.2m upgrade to its facilities. The investment will ensure its berth holders, tenants and visitors have access to the very best facilities, helping to enhance their marina experience
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Safeguarding concerns raised at prep school charging £15k a year
A Southampton prep school which charges parents £15,000 a year failed to properly follow safeguarding procedures, an inspection has found. The Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) criticised The Gregg Preparatory School's safeguarding procedures
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Driving examiner tried to claim £77 in lunch expenses after driving to Winchester
A driving examiner tried to claim £77 for lunch expenses after driving to Winchester for work. Andrew Woodcock claimed he was entitled to the peckish payments, accruing a total of £77.55 over 15 occasions, as he was working out of his Maybush base
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Former mayoress who met Queen celebrates 100th birthday by watching favourite band
A former mayoress has celebrated her 100th birthday by watching her favourite jazz band in a Southampton pub. Joyce Upperton was joined by her son Kerry and three grandchildren – Louise, Helen, and Jenni – who travelled 3,500 miles from Toronto
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New plans will see 19th century building bulldozed to make way for flats
Plans to bulldoze a site to build eight new flats in Portswood have been lodged. The proposals by Wessex Planning for the site on Westridge Road include a two-and-a-half-storey building for three one-bedroom, four two-bedroom and one three-bedroom
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Bid for car park at 450-seat theatre 'built without permission'
A village is throwing its support behind a new car park for its controversial local theatre, with the idea being dubbed the “icing on the cake”. The three-theatre Titchfield Festival Theatre site was granted a licence to serve alcohol in February
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River Itchen branded 'public health hazard' amid high E. coli levels
The River Itchen has been branded a "public health hazard" by a conservation group as it warned people not to go into the water due to high levels of E. coli. The Friends of the Itchen Estuary spoke out about the state of the river as the Environment
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Shopping centre to welcome loved storybook characters this weekend
Loved storybook characters will be visiting a Hampshire shopping centre with families looking for something to do this Easter weekend encouraged to attend. The Tea Loving Hatter and his Curious Friend will be visiting Whiteley Shopping Centre on
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Warning issued to New Forest visitors ahead of Easter bank holiday weekend
Visitors to the New Forest this Easter bank holiday weekend are being warned not to touch or feed the area's free-roaming ponies and donkeys. Such actions became a fineable offence last year after a slew of public injuries and several animals died