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Paramedics attend incident as traffic held on Itchen Bridge
Emergency services have attended the Itchen Bridge due to an incident. The bridge in Southampton was closed in both directions just before 5pm today. Motorists were advised to find alternative routes. The key route remained shut for around
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'We can be so much better' - Martin left 'fairly satisfied' with draw at West Brom
SAINTS boss Russell Martin was left "fairly satisfied" with his side's 0-0 draw at West Brom in the first leg of the Championship playoffs. Both teams had chances to win the game as Alex Palmer denied Flynn Downes when one-on-one while Alex McCarthy
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Player ratings as McCarthy’s exploits keep Saints in playoff tie against West Brom
NEITHER Saints nor West Brom could find the illusive goal on Sunday as the first leg of the playoff semi-final ended 0-0. The hosts spurned a succession of chances as they failed to make their pressure pay in the scorching heat. Alex McCarthy
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Photos released after four dirt bikes stolen from shed
Photos have been released of four dirt after they were stolen from a shed. Police say the small motorcycles were taken at an address in Dumas Drive on the night of Tuesday, May 7. CCTV from a nearby address showed four people wheeling the dirt
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Saints and West Brom play out draw to leave playoff semi-final on knife-edge
SAINTS and West Brom have left their Championship playoff semi-final on a knife edge after a 0-0 draw at The Hawthorns. Alex McCarthy made several big saves to deny the hosts, willed on by more than 23,000 of the 25,300 supporters inside the ground
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Southern Vipers players involved in England win over Pakistan
SOUTHERN Vipers bowler Lauren Bell picked up three wickets as England got their international summer off to a winning start against Pakistan on Saturday. Bell was one of five Southern Vipers players, along with Charlie Dean, Maia Boucher, Freya
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Norwich and Leeds play out goalless draw in Championship playoff first leg
NORWICH City and Leeds United shared a 0-0 first-leg stalemate at Carrow Road that left their Championship play-off semi-final evenly poised. It was a clash that was short on quality in the final third as neither goalkeeper found himself overworked
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Full police statement as murder investigation launched after man found dead
A murder investigation has been launched after a man was found dead at an address in Southampton. Below is the full statement from Hampshire Constabulary. READ MORE: Murder investigation launched after man's body found in Southampton
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Murder investigation launched after man found dead at address
2:46pm A dog walker who wanted to remain anonymous said: "It's shocking and obviously very serious. My thoughts are with
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Emergency services called to Itchen Bridge due to concern for welfare of girl
Emergency services have been called due to concerns for the welfare of a girl on the Itchen Bridge. Officers attended the bridge in Southampton just after 8pm yesterday evening (May 11). The westbound lane was blocked whilst police dealt
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Suspected drugs seized during police raid on flat
Police have seized bags of suspected drugs during a raid on a flat. Officers in Gosport conducted a warrant at Blake Court in Gosport on Friday, May 10. In a photo shared on Facebook, police can be seen forcing entry into the property.
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Championship - West Brom vs Saints finishes 0-0 - As it happened
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Police widen search for missing 15-year-old
Police have widened their search for a missing 15-year-old boy who may have links to Southampton. Michael, 15, from Luton, was last seen on Wednesday, May 8, at around 8am. Hampshire Police now believe he may be in the Southampton area.
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Hampshire man in life-threatening condition after A27 crash
A Hampshire man who was injured after being hit by a car on the A27 remains in a life-threatening condition. A 35-year-old man from Portsmouth suffered serious injuries in the incident on the eastbound carriageway near the exit for the Eastern
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Northern Lights light up the sky in Southampton and New Forest
The Northern Lights lit up the skies of Southampton and the New Forest. Hampshire was bathed in hues of red and green as the rare phenomenon was seen overhead in the early hours of Saturday. This was due to one of the strongest geomagnetic
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Two new routes from Southampton Airport launch this weekend
Two new routes from Southampton Airport will make their first flights this weekend. The two summer destinations flights start this weekend with British Airways as the new summer route to Bergerac in France starts. Passengers looking for some
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The pub that gives you a hug and its perfect Ploughman's Lunches
It's the perfect English pub with a Ploughman's Lunch so good it attracts punters from miles around. The signature dish is back on the menu for the summer at The King Rufus at Eling Hill, known as 'the pub that gives you a hug'. Mike and Cat
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More than 100 residents could descend on Winchester amid Hamble quarry decision
More than 100 residents and school children could descend on a county council meeting to decide whether to build a quarry in Hamble. The Hamble Peninsular Residents Group says car shares, coaches and a 100-seater bus are being organised as the
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Hampshire man makes history in abseil down Empire State Building
A Hampshire man has said it felt like a dream to abseil down the Empire State Building, after being cheered on by a member of the royal family. Adam Gosling, from Lymington, along with twenty brave Outward Bound supporters, made history by abseiling
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Man found with knife on Southampton street ordered to do unpaid work
The following cases have been heard at Southampton Magistrates' Court... HOSSEIN PASHAPOUR, 45, of Kent Street, Southampton was found guilty of possessing a knife in a public place in Lower William Street. He received a one-year community order
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M3 driver caught speeding at 63mph given court fine
A driver who was clocked above the speed limit on the M3 has been slapped with a fine. Daniel Serban, 38, was caught driving at 65mph and 63mph on the M3 at Winchester between junctions nine and 11. He was driving a Ford when he was caught
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Most expensive streets in the town of Eastleigh revealed (Is yours on the list?)
The most expensive streets in the town of Eastleigh have been revealed in an analysis of Land Registry data. Data analysed by Savills has revealed the five streets in the town that have the most expensive houses on average. The estate agents
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Five speeders sentenced at Southampton Magistrates' Court
The following speeders have been sentenced at Southampton Magistrates' Court... BEN HOAR, 45, of Ashlett Lawn, Havant was found guilty of exceeding a variable speed limit on the M27 westbound between junctions five and four. He was driving a Renault
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45 photos looking back at when we laughed and drank at this much-missed nightspot
Bar Risa and Jongleurs were once a popular Southampton nightspot combo, offering laughter, drinks, and good times. However, both have since closed their doors, leaving behind a legacy of entertainment for those who remember them. The High Street
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Hundreds gather as Saint Mary’s Church hosts annual Saints In The City Day
Hundreds have gathered at various locations across Southampton for an event that aims to bring communities together. On Saturday, May 11, Saint Mary's Church hosted its fifth annual Saints in the City Day. The event is run by over 150 volunteers
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Winchester student breakthrough may assist future forensic investigations
A University of Winchester student's innovative footprint recovery methods at fire crime scenes has intrigued the forensic community. The third-year Forensic Investigation student, Jordan Bushnell, convinced Hampshire Fire and Rescue to act in
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UK tradespeople go head-to-head in Armstead Trade's returning roadshow challenge
Armstead Trade is set to partner with Fix Radio for a roadshow event. The event, which was successful in its 2023 iteration, involves the introduction of the inaugural Armstead Trade Arena at various Greggs locations across the UK. The roadshow
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Shoplifter jailed for eight-month spree that saw him steal medicine and alcohol
A Southampton shoplifter has been jailed after an eight-month crime spree that saw him steal medicine, alcohol and food. Harrison Fleming, 29, was jailed at Southampton Magistrates' Court for nine shoplifting offences. The incidents took
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Saints predicted team to face West Brom in playoffs as key Adams decision to be made
THE first half of Southampton's Championship playoff semi-final against West Brom takes place this afternoon at the Hawthorns. Russell Martin's side have already beaten the Baggies on two occasions this season and will look to repeat that again
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Southampton care home's opportunity for dementia carers and families
A Southampton-based care home is hosting a Dementia Awareness Day on May 17th, equipped with a series of enlightening activities and discussions. Abbeyfield, the managing body of Speedwell Court in Southampton, has organized this occasion to offer
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Fred Dinenage to cut ribbon at Grand opening of new state-of-the-art care home
Fred Dineage is set to help officially open the new Rownhams Manor luxury care home this month. The event, running from 2.30pm to 5pm on May 14, will see the esteemed broadcaster, author and TV presenter cut the ribbon. The luxury care home
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Fleet of new buses unveiled by Bluestar amid improved routes
A Southampton bus operator has unveiled 16 brand new double decker buses that will ‘reduce congestion across the city.’ On Thursday, Southampton bus operator, Bluestar celebrated the arrival of 16 new buses at a special launch event in Guildhall
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Secondary school given its first outstanding rating by Ofsted
A “diverse and inclusive” school which pupils are “exceptionally proud” to attend has been rated ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted. Cantell School, on Violet Road in Bassett, was given the new rating after an inspection on March 26 and 27. During this
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Decades-old Sandy Balls tradition which still takes place to this day
Recently, the team at InsureDaily.co.uk uncovered a collection of amusing, peculiar, and somewhat controversial road names scattered throughout the UK. A location in the New Forest has secured a spot on the intriguing list. Among the quirky place
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Extra patrols in bid to crack down on anti-social behaviour at hotspots
Patrols have been ramped up in a bid to crack down on anti-social behaviour after reports of youth-related incidents. Police have been increasing their presence in the Locks Heath, Park Gate, Warsash and Whiteley areas in recent days. It follows
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Serial offender rammed police car and mounted kerb during police chase
A serial offender rammed a police car and failed to stop even after his tyre was deflated whilst banned from driving. Steven Seagrave drove "erratically", mounting the kerb and even colliding with a police car in a bid to evade capture, Southampton
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Rasiak: 'I hope I will come over for a game to support Saints in the Premier League'
FORMER Saints striker Grzegorz Rasiak is planning his next trip to St Mary's and hopes he will support Saints in the Premier League. Saints will compete in the Championship playoffs for the first time since 2007, when the Polish forward's goal
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Edmondson and Garner triumphant on brilliant night for Southampton boxing
SOUTHAMPTON boxers Ryan 'The Piranha' Garner and Lewie 'The Saint' Edmondson won on Saturday to remain undefeated. Garner beat Liam Dillon by unanimous decision to retain his WBC International Super-Featherweight Championship. The 26 year old