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Fire service statement in full after blaze at abandoned restaurant
Six fire engines were called to tackle the blaze at the former Zen restaurant, the fire service has said. A Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service statement said: "Crews from St Mary’s, Redbridge, Hightown, Totton and Eastleigh have been tackling a
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Martin backs Stewart for 'most important' moment as he details latest fitness setback
SAINTS boss Russell Martin admitted Ross Stewart is aware of what he could do on Sunday, after fighting back from a setback to be available. Martin insists the 27 year old is fit and ready to take on Leeds United in the Championship playoff final
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Armstrong expected to recover in time to represent Scotland at Euro 2024
SAINTS midfielder Stuart Armstrong is expected to be fit in time to represent Scotland at Euro 2024 this summer. Armstrong has been named in Scotland boss Steve Clarke's 28-man provisional squad, alongside teammate Che Adams, who has been passed
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Road closure in cordon as firefighters tackle blaze
Police have cordoned off High Street in Southampton amid a blaze at an abandoned building. Fire crews are currently tackling the blaze at the former Zen restaurant at the junction of High Street and Bernard Street. It's the second time in a
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Fire breaks out at city centre restaurant - live
2:48pm For the latest on this incident, click here. 10:46pm
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This is why a yellow helicopter was flying around Southampton
Eagle-eyed residents may have spotted a yellow National Grid helicopter looming above them this morning. According to plane tracking website FlightRadar24, the yellow helicopter took off from its base in Bristol at 09:22 to fly to Gosport, arriving
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Farke speaks out as Leeds United's Bamford ruled out of final with knee injury
LEEDS United boss Daniel Farke has confirmed Patrick Bamford will play no part in Sunday’s Championship playoff final against Southampton. Bamford had harboured hopes this week of recovering from a knee injury in time to feature in Farke’s squad
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'Privilege to play' - Martin urges Saints players to embrace playoff pressure
MANAGER Russell Martin hopes he can pass on his own experiences of Championship playoff final success as a player when he looks to guide Saints to promotion glory against Leeds United on Sunday. Former Scotland defender Martin captained Norwich
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Passengers describe ‘shambles’ of disembarking Queen Anne
Passengers of a new cruise ship have described disembarking as a ‘shambles’. Cunard’s newest liner Queen Anne returned to its homeport of Southampton this morning. But it was not plain sailing for hundreds of passengers stuck in lengthy queues
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Saints chairman Kraft insists Martin will remain manager regardless of Wembley result
SAINTS chairman Henrik Kraft backed the boss and insists Russell Martin will remain the club's manager whatever the result of the playoff final. The St Mary's side take on Leeds United in the last game of the 2023/24 Championship season, for the
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Daily Echo reunites Saints fan with Wembley ticket sent to wrong address
A Southampton Football Club fan has been reunited with their ticket for the team’s trip to Wembley on Sunday for the Championship playoff final against Leeds United. Ema Barker, 33, of Shirley, was wrongly sent a matchday ticket – meant for Jason
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Health officials drafted in after norovirus outbreak on cruise ship
Health officials are working closely with the owners of a cruise liner following a norovirus outbreak. Several people onboard P&O Cruises’ Ventura suffered from sickness and diarrhoea. The ship – which left Southampton for the Canary Islands
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Every word Martin said about playoff final pressure, Farke feud, VAR and success
Every word Southampton manager Russell Martin said ahead of their Championship playoff final against Leeds United this Sunday. Che Adams has been pictured in training, will he be involved? RM: He will do, yeah, yeah. Yeah, he's back. Ross
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Martin issues definitive update on whether Adams and Stewart are available at Wembley
STRIKERS Che Adams and Ross Stewart are available for selection in Sunday’s Championship play-off final, Russell Martin confirmed. Adams missed both semi-final fixtures against West Brom, while Stewart was an unused substitute in the second leg
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Warning to dog owners walking pets near lakes and rivers over toxic threat
Dog owners have been warned to keep their pets on leads around lakes and rivers due to a potentially fatal algae. The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has issued its annual warning to owners, asking them to take extra precautions when walking
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Southampton death notices and funeral announcements from the Daily Echo
The Daily Echo published 23 death notices last week. Every week, the Daily Echo publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in print, our death notice pages will
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Concern over 'sensitivities' of art simulating dying at beach where teen died
A council is making "urgent attempts" to speak to organisers of an art installation that will feature people pretending to suffocate on Bournemouth beach where a Southampton teenager died. Stephanie Lane, a London-based artist, specialises in creating
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Traffic delays in city centre expected as cruise ships arrive
The arrival of four cruise ships is expected to cause traffic delays in the city centre today. Motorists have been urged to plan ahead as thousands of passengers visit Southampton. The waterfront area will likely be busy today and at the weekend
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Contact lens giant handed top level accreditation
CooperVision's Hampshire facilities achieved the LEED® Gold certification, a global hallmark of green building excellence. The Mountpark packaging site in Southampton and Delta Park distribution hub near Fareham, rigorously evaluated for their
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Meet two friends with ordinary lives and an extraordinary ceramics company
They're two friends with ordinary lives and one extraordinary business. Busy working mums Jo Busuttil and Gemma Hayns could not have expected the success of their Southampton craft company, which specialises in ceramic and homeware items from
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When will Hampshire's outdoor pools and splash parks open?
For those not wanting to brave the sea, rivers and lakes we're so lucky to have on our doorstep, Hampshire is home to a fantastic array of outdoor pools, water features, splash parks and paddling pools, the perfect way to keep cool as the weather hots
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New role aims to enhance mental health crisis support
Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones has created the role of Mental Health Deployment Coordinator to enhance support for those experiencing mental health crises. Set up to identify the right agency to assist callers, the position aims to free
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The 11 cruise ships sailing into Southampton this weekend
Eleven cruise ships will sail into Southampton this weekend as the summer season booms. The city’s port will be extremely busy as the impressive vessels arrive and depart. Five ships will dock in Southampton on Saturday alone. Motorists
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Everything we know so far after body of man, 50s, pulled from River Itchen
The body of a man in his 50s has been recovered from the River Itchen after a search by the Coastguard and Hampshire police. On Thursday, May 23, residents living near to the Itchen River woke up to the sound of a Coastguard helicopter flying between
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Man slapped with Tesco parking fine vows he 'will not pay'
A pensioner has vowed he ‘will not pay' after being slapped with a £125 parking fine in Tesco. Jon Windeatt was issued the fine when he received a letter claiming he parked on the Tesco Extra car park on Hamble Lane for almost six hours in January
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Man stole crisps, lollipops, change, keychain, notebook and lighters from vehicle
The following cases have been heard at Southampton Magistrates' Court... JAKE STEVENS, 31, of Cobden Avenue, Southampton pleaded guilty to drug driving on the A34 in Whitchurch. He was driving a blue Audi A3 at the time. Stevens received a 36-month
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Former Saints and Leeds United figures predict Championship playoff final
SAINTS and Leeds United are set to lock horns for the third time this season with the winner gaining promotion to the Premier League. The Championship playoff final is arguably the most lucrative game in football as a seat at the top table of football
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Luxury spas shortlisted for prestigious awards
Several spas in Hampshire have been nominated for awards. Quob Park Hotel and Spa is up for Best Boutique Spa in the Good Spa Guide Awards 2024. The Wickham spa is located in the former stables of Quob Park's Old House Hotel in Wickham's historic
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Quadruple amputee Alex Lewis to embark on challenge to row 350 miles and cycle 650
Quadruple amputee Alex Lewis is about to embark on his biggest challenge to date - a world-first 350 mile row followed by a 650 mile cycle. The inspirational Hampshire dad, who had all four limbs amputated after contracting Strep A in 2013, has
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Tap water from various British regions among options on cruise ship
Tea loving cruise passengers will now be able to pick up their perfect brew onboard after one cruise line expanded their tea range to include British tap water from different regions of the UK - including Southampton. Whether accustomed to hard
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Victory for Sarisbury Sparks U8 in recently sponsored kits
Southampton's Sarisbury Sparks U8 Amber Girls donned Bellway-sponsored shirts for their Cup Plate semi-final, winning the match. The timely kit donation occurred before the February match, circumventing their need to wear outdated kits another
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Hooded trio burgled Southampton pizzeria armed with crowbar
A trio stole drinks and cash after forcing their way into a Southampton pizzeria armed with a crowbar. Ross Manning, Connor Mayhew and Adrian Mullins broke into Romano Caffe Pizzeria in the early hours of August 17, 2023. A court heard how
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Around 100 people 'wrongly' fined for speeding on M27 - Letter
As a regular user of the M27 between home in Eastleigh and my Osteopathic practice in Fareham, I’m well aware of the stresses the M27 causes. But in the last week I have noticed on all of the local Facebook community pages, of which I’m a member
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Hundreds raise money for charity at annual relay marathon
Hundreds of people enjoyed the Romsey sunshine in the annual relay marathon. The Romsey Relay Marathon, which sees teams compete against each other, was held at the Broadlands Estate on Sunday, May 19. Among those competing was seven-year-old
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Three generations skydive in memory of teenager who died in crash
Three generations of a family have skydived to mark the first anniversary of the death of a Romsey teenager. Clive, Scott and Aimee Wilson jumped 10,000 feet on Saturday, May 18 at Old Sarum airfield, exactly one year after 19-year-old George Dillon
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New homes under construction in Hampshire village
More than 60 new homes are being built in a Hampshire village. Developer CG Fry & Son is building 64 properties at Mountbatten Park, North Baddesley. They are being marketed by estate agent Charters. Caroline Hill, sales and marketing
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Could new M3 plans prevent lorries from hitting Romsey bridge for good?
Greenlit plans for the M3 are 'excellent news for Romsey,' according to a county councillor. As previously reported, a major revamp of M3 Junction 9 received approval from transport secretary Mark Harper MP. Cllr Mark Cooper, county councillor
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Former Royal Navy captain elected mayor
A former Captain in the Royal Navy has been elected Mayor of Test Valley. Cllr Ian Jeffrey, a Conservative who represents the Mid Test ward, has taken on the role for the coming year. He replaced Cllr Philip Lashbrook at the annual meeting
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Teenage killer who brutally murdered friend died in prison cell
A TEENAGE killer who brutally murdered his friend in a stabbing was found dead in his cell after getting into debt, a report has said. Luke Pearce was 17 when he carried out what a judge called a 'brutal, violent and sustained attack' on 29-year-old
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Schoolgirl's petition for lollipop lady gathers more than 400 signatures
A nine-year-old girl's petition for a lollipop lady to be brought back to her school has gathered over 400 signatures. Jessica Tyrrell stood outside the Freegrounds Junior School on Hobb Lane, Hedge End to get signatures for her petition to bring
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New art exhibition to launch in Southampton this weekend
A new art exhibition will launch this weekend. ZEST Arts Collective will soon reveal their new exhibition 'Brief Attempt' at the famous God's House Tower. The show presents works from 16 of ZEST's artists, including Lucie Smith, Alice Louisa
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This is how Saints' iconic former stadium The Dell got its name
It may have been consigned to memories when the bulldozers moved in 23 years ago, but recollections of Saints' former ground The Dell will, to many, be as powerful and as cherished as the days they were forged. Now that Saints will be opening a