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Martin insists Saints have been training for penalty shootout for 'some time'
SAINTS boss Russell Martin says preparation for a penalty shootout has come into training for "some time" ahead of the playoffs. Saints take on West Brom home and away over the next week for a place in the Championship playoff final at the end
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Man suffers cuts and bruises after allegedly being attacked by woman
An investigation has been launched after a man suffered cuts and bruises during an alleged attack. Police say the man was assaulted by a woman between 12.30am and 1am this morning (May 11) near Sainsbury's on Lord's Hill Way. He suffered
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Martin: 'Winning the playoffs was one of my best days. I want to do it again'
A WIDE smile stretched to the corners of Russell Martin's face as he recalled lifting the Championship playoff trophy as Norwich City captain. Monday, May 15, 2015, still remains one of the most joyful days of his 38 years on earth. Early goals
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Police cordon off Western Esplanade in Southampton
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Driver arrested as pedestrian hospitalised after crash
A driver has been arrested after a pedestrian was hospitalised following a crash. Police were called at around midday on Friday (May 10) to reports of a crash at the junction of the A336 and Ringwood Road in Totton. The incident involved a
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Terrible phone signal indoors? An expert explains why
Have you ever wondered why your mobile phone signal mysteriously disappears once you step inside a building? Sam Jackman from Shared Access in Lymington explains why Whether it's a busy office, vibrant shopping centre or a serene museum, the frustration
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Man arrested after police called to reports of an assault on Southampton street
A man has been arrested after police were called to reports of an assault on a Southampton street. Officers attended Earls Road this morning at around 11.15am after reports of an assault. A 33-year-old man from Southampton has now been
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'We are good at home' - Corberan calls on home advantage for playoff tie with Saints
WEST BROM manager Carlos Corberán has called on home advantage ahead of Sunday's playoff semi-final against Saints. The Baggies have been formidable at home this season, only losing four games. However, one of those came against Saints in February
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Person injured after car overturned on M27
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Man charged with attempted robbery after incident on residential street
A man has been charged with attempted robbery after an incident on a residential street. Michael Harry White, 32, was arrested in Hythe in the early hours of the morning on Thursday, May 2. He has now been charged with attempted robbery and
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Extra police powers after men attacked with baton in Thornhill
Police have been given special powers in response to an incident which saw two men attacked with a baton in Thornhill. Additional stop and search powers have been authorised after an assault on two men in their 30s yesterday (May 10). The
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Saints legend Beattie announced as AFC Totton's new director of football
SAINTS legend James Beattie has been named director of football at non-league AFC Totton on a full-time basis. The 46 year old is an experienced coach at English Football League level, having held roles at more than half a dozen established clubs
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'Can beat any team' - Promoted skipper backs Saints to win playoffs
FORMER Saints skipper Dean Hammond has backed his former side to win the Championship playoffs. Hammond was a part of the Southampton side that achieved back-to-back promotion from League One into the Premier League between 2010 and 2012. More
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Pedestrian suffers serious injuries in crash with car that closed M27
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Will the Northern Lights be visible on Saturday night after Friday displays?
The Northern Lights were visible for many across the UK on Friday night (May 10) and some might be wondering if the same will occur on Saturday night (May 11). Many people shared pictures of the natural wonder in the night sky which was possible
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See 5 shocking ways you might be breaking the law in your own garden
Summer nights let us spend more time out in our gardens but there are things we could be doing from the comfort of our lawns that could actually be breaking the law. If you're planning on spending as much time in the sunshine (while it lasts)
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Adorable bunny duo in desperate need of a home to spend their 'retirement'
Two bunnies at a Fareham rescue centre are desperate to find a loving family to give them a new home. Tinkerbell and Terence are two inseparable adult lionhead rabbits who are desperately looking for a family to give them a hutch full of hay and
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Tesco campaign aims to tackle hygiene poverty in Southampton
A giant superstore in Southampton has launched a campaign to tackle hygiene poverty. Roping in household brands like Radox, Sure, Bodyform, and Aquafresh, Southampton Tesco Superstore aims to distribute millions of personal care products to those
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Take a waterside and woodland walk in Warsash
Starting at the car park, head past the public toilets to your right with the marina on your left. Follow the footway down towards the boats along the Solent Way, passing where the pink Hamble ferry makes its regular crossing between Hamble and
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Launch of new NHS trust pushed back
The launch of a new NHS trust which will provide mental health, learning disability and community care services has been pushed back. Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is set to take on areas currently overseen by Solent
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Saints fan banned from games for three years after throwing drink at rival supporters
A Saints fan has been banned from attending games for three years after he launched a bottle of Sprite towards rival supporters at St Mary’s. Albie Joyce, 28, was in block three of the Northam Stand at St Mary’s when he launched the object towards
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How to watch or follow West Brom vs Saints in Championship playoffs
SAINTS could move a step closer to the Premier League when they travel to The Hawthorns to meet West Brom in the first leg of their playoff semi-final. Russell Martin's side have already beaten the Baggies twice this season and go into the game
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Community centre kitchen receives Levelling Up upgrade
The Pilands Wood Community Centre's kitchen in Bursledon has been revamped as part of a Levelling Up project. Previously offering only hot beverages, the updated kitchen will now serve the community as a hub for food adventures. Benefiting
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Business community helps Oakhaven Hospice raise funds for new nurse
Oakhaven Hospice is initiating a new Business Enterprise Challenge on May 12, in line with International Nurses Day. The goal is to gather funds from local businesses enough to finance a specialist nurse for one year. This initiative is supported
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When will warm weather come to an end? Forecast with temperatures set to cool
The last few days have featured warmer weather and sunshine at last. Blue skies and beautiful sunshine have been a feature of the last week, with temperatures forecast to hit 22 degrees on Saturday, according to the Met Office. However, unfortunately
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Meet the top chef who has fed The King and impressed on TV
He's the top chef who has fed royalty, appeared on the BBC and worked in some of London's finest Michelin starred restaurants. Andrew Du Bourg, Chef-Patron at The Elderflower in Lymington talks The King and New Forest strawberries in our meet
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Nearly 30 objections to plans for nine homes near nature reserve
NEARLY 30 people are objecting to new plans for houses near a Test Valley nature reserve. Stratland Estates submitted an outline application for nine 'self-build' houses, parking, access, landscaping and woodland management on land north of Oxlease
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Charity's innovative project fighting senior citizens' isolation
A charity is bridging isolation gaps among senior citizens through their new project "Shop, Chop and Chat’". Collaborating with Hyde, UKHarvest is endeavouring to boost residents' quality of life at Roxburgh House in Southampton. UKHarvest's
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Parent fears for daughter's safety after flashing incidents
A concerned parent has called for a Hedge End school and the police to do more after a group of school girls were flashed in a play field near the school. Parent Louise Hayman says she fears for her daughter's safety after the incidents. On
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How Saints will look to hurt West Brom in playoff semi-final
CHAMPIONSHIP playoff semi-finals are more than a tactical battle. They are a battle of bottle, determination, consistency and so much more. Southampton have already beaten the Baggies twice this season, a fact which can serve as a psychological
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Court seizes cocaine after Southampton man found with drugs
A man who was found with cocaine has been ordered to pay an £80 fine. Max Amey, 27, was found to be in possession of the Class A drug on November 11, 2022. The cocaine was seized upon his arrest and has since been subject to a forfeiture and
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Can you spot yourself in this gallery from long-running festival 20 years ago?
Two decades ago, the annual Hamble Valley Food and Drink Festival made a significant impact by drawing in 24,000 attendees and generating approximately £384,000 in sales over the course of the festival fortnight. These pictures were taken during
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Benali on playoffs: 'I am feeling really positive about it for a few reasons'
WITH the Championship playoffs starting on Sunday, I am really positive heading into it for a couple of reasons. I guess the performance and result at Leeds United last weekend was just the perfect tonic to go into these play-offs games now.
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Cruise line launches largest-ever season - with ships homeporting in Southampton
Princess Cruises has unveiled its “most extensive UK and Europe programme ever” – with two ships homeporting in Southampton. The cruise company will sail 222 European voyages between March and November 2026. This is 20 per cent more cruises
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Man, 33, charged with five shoplifting offences
A man from Totton has been arrested and charged with five shoplifting offences. Police said Joseph Daniel Arnold, 33, of no fixed address, was detained in Totton shortly before 9pm on Wednesday, May 1. Police said he has since been remanded
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CBeebies presenter to host pirate-themed church services
CBeebies presenter Gemma Hunt is to host a pair of pirate-themed family services at the St John the Baptist Church in Locks Heath this weekend. Best known for hosting the pirate-based game show Swashbuckle since 2013, Ms Hunt will also discuss
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Pub shut for a week due to 'rats' issues latest update
A pub has said it does not know when it will reopen after rats were found near its premises. Walnut Tree Farm on Adanac Drive has had to close after the pests were found nearby due to construction work near the premises in Nursling. The pub
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Illicit tobacco worth £7,000 seized from shop
Two people have been arrested after illicit tobacco worth more than £7,000 was seized from Shirley Mini Market. The premises were searched by Southampton City Council’s trading standards team in a joint operation with Hampshire Police between 11.30am
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When the city enjoyed music extravaganza in 1994
As warm weather approaches and locals look forward to various summertime events, including Music in the City, the Echo looks back at a similar event three decades ago. During the mid-1990s, Southampton hosted the vibrant Summer of Music Festival
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Local sight loss group seeks volunteers for support efforts
A support group in Gosport, run by the Macular Society, urgently needs volunteers. This group aids individuals impacted by macular disease, the main cause of sight loss in the UK. They gather on the second Friday of the month from 1.30pm to
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Drug driver caught with ketamine in town centre among those at court
The following cases have been heard at Southampton Magistrates' Court... ADRIAN WRIGHT, 38, of Byron Road, Southampton was found guilty of two counts of failing to give information relating to the identification of a driver or rider of a vehicle
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Sheep found with ‘intestines hanging from their bodies’ in brutal knife attack
Several sheep have died in a sick killing spree which saw some have their intestines ‘hooked from their bodies’ by an unknown knife attacker. Five of the animals were found brutally stabbed following the attack at Storm's Farm in Cadnam. One