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Ambulance damaged after rocks thrown by group from railway line
Photos have shown the damage caused to an ambulance after rocks were thrown from a railway line. The South Central Ambulance Vehicle had a cracked windscreen and dents to the bonnet after the incident at 1.15am on Tuesday, June 11. Police
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Hampshire commuters warned as motorway closed following HGV fire
UPDATE: One lane remains closed after the earlier fire. Hampshire commuters have been warned of long delays after traffic was held due to an HGV fire. Firefighters are at the scene of the blaze on the M25 clockwise between junction 11 and
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CCTV released after man punched and kicked in face outside fish and chip shop
CCTV images have been released by police after a man was punched and kicked in the head and face during an attack outside a fish and chip shop. Police say the victim, a man in his 20s, had just left the Huddle restaurant when he was approached
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Burglars launch garden statue at window as they make their escape
Two burglars threw a statue at a window while fleeing a property after being caught in the act. The garden statue was launched towards the window of the home in Goodwood Gardens, Totton on Thursday, June 6, police said as they appealed for witnesses
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Experienced Eastleigh cyclist dies in an unavoidable accident
The death of an Eastleigh cyclist days after a car collision was an “unavoidable accident”, an inquest has found. David Davenport, 59, of Archers Road, died at Southampton General Hospital - eight days after the crash involving a car driven by
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Performance of Wicked at Mayflower Theatre stopped mid-show
A performance of Wicked at Mayflower Theatre was halted due to a technical fault. Midway through the performance yesterday evening (June 11), technicians came onstage and beckoned off the actors before the curtain was drawn. For 16 minutes,
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Saints season ticket sales already surpass last season's total
SAINTS season ticket sales ahead of their return to the Premier League have already surpassed last season's total. Over 4,000 new season ticket holders have joined thousands of returning faces in the stands ahead of the 2024/25 season. The
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Extra patrols as police crackdown on illegal fishing in the River Itchen
Extra patrols have been taking place around the River Itchen as part of a crackdown on illegal fishing. Police in Bishopstoke say they have been patrolling the River Itchen and Riverside area in Bishopstoke. It follows a spike in recent reports
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Woman's shock as sixth-floor apartment windows pelted with eggs
A woman was shocked to discover her sixth-floor apartment had been pelted with eggs upon returning from holiday. Ewa Wiśniewska and her partner were greeted with the sticky surprise on Monday after enjoying a long weekend away. The 24-year-old
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Council starts civil action over traveller camp at leisure centre
Fareham Borough Council says it is "taking steps to regain possession of its land" after a group of travellers were seen setting up camp on the grounds of a leisure centre. On Tuesday it was reported in the Echo that a group of travellers were
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'A lot to do' - Read Saints CEO Parsons latest message to supporters in full
CEO Phil Parsons has admitted Saints "still have a lot to do" ahead of their return to the Premier League. Parsons is immensely proud of the club's promotion from the Championship and has thanked the supporters for playing their part. He pointed
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People still 'harping on' about Lib Dem coalition with Tories - Letter
It does amaze me how many people still harp on about the Liberal Democrats going into coalition with David Cameron’s Conservatives. It was that, or Gordon Brown and his Labour Party. Nick Clegg and his colleagues did keep a check on the Conservatives
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Many people still 'believe out of touch politicians' about cost of living - Letter
Many people still believe out of touch politicians who seem to have no idea about the real cost of living. They quote ‘inflation’, RPI/CPI figures from the ONS and statutory bodies/agencies/think tanks, few of which really address actual costs
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Pub refused woman kid's meal 'because she's not a child'
A WOMAN who recently had bariatric surgery was told she “couldn’t have a child’s meal because she is not a child”. Marshalla Cullum went to the Forester Arms in Abbots Well Road, Fordingbridge in late May with her family to enjoy a meal to celebrate
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Rishi Sunak went without 'lots of things' including 'Sky TV' growing up
Rishi Sunak said that he went without “lots of things” growing up as a child, saying he never had Sky TV when asked about his wealth growing up. In the interview, with ITV’s Paul Brand, the Prime Minister revealed he was forced to go without Sky
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New drone images show Isle of Wight Festival 2024 preparations
With not long to go until Isle of Wight Festival 2024 kicks off, new drone images have captured a glimpse of preparations for this year's event. Green Day, the Pet Shop Boys and The Prodigy are among the headliners who will take to the stage at
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Don't miss Saints promotion run souvenir picture special in the Echo - out today
To celebrate Saints’ return to the top flight the Daily Echo has published a 48-page picture special showing the key moments of their promotion run. Introduced with a foreword by Southampton FC CEO Phil Parsons, the bumper supplement will feature
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Two sailors treated for burns after 'explosion' on Lymington yacht
Two sailors have been treated for burns after a suspected explosion on board a moored yacht in Lymington. At around 12.50pm on Tuesday, June 11, a fire that was believed to have started after an explosion below deck engulfed a yacht which had two
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Plan to build 'intrusive' 80ft telecoms tower near skate park thrown out
Plans to build a "stark and intrusive" telecoms tower next to a Hampshire skate park have been thrown out. Icon Tower Infrastructure has been refused consent to erect an 80ft structure on part of a playing field opposite Gang Warily sports centre
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The Southampton pubs, bars and venues showing Euro 2024 matches
These are the Southampton pubs and bars showing matches from the UEFA Euro 2024 tournament. The Euros are set to kick off this Friday, June 14, and below you can find the list of venues that will be showcasing all the matches, from England's big
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Driver anger as 'empty' hired e-scooter and bike bays cut car parking spaces
Drivers have expressed their anger over hired e-scooter and bike bays in Southampton which they say are not being used - and have caused parking issues for cars. At the end of May, Southampton City Council installed the space on Priory Road along
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Bubble tea bar owner caught driving in Southampton with fake driving licence
THE owner of a bubble tea business was caught with a fake driving licence on his way to Southampton to replenish stock, having been disqualified from driving. Efim Pereira-Viriato got behind the wheel of his BMW 5 Series and drove from Bournemouth
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Energy boss slams 'hypocritical' authority over solar farm plans
A clean energy company has hit out at the New Forest National Park Authority, claiming the body is “hypocritical”. Enviromena is proposing a 25-acre solar project at Thornlands Farm in Netley Marsh – but the project looks set to be refused.
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Mercedes driver caught speeding at 62mph on M27 must pay £1.8k
A speeder has been ordered to pay more than £1,800 after she was caught at 62mph on the M27. Ann Eldridge, 74, was driving a Mercedes between junctions eight and seven of the motorway near Hedge End when she was spotted by an automatic camera.
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Lawyer wins appeal against restrictions on helicopter flights to Durley mansion
A city lawyer has won a hollow victory in his appeal against restrictions on the number of helicopter flights to his £1.3m country mansion. Mayus Karia, of Stapleford Lane, Durley, disputed Winchester City Council’s decision to limit the number
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Uninsured and unlicenced drink driver banned from the roads
The following cases have been heard at Southampton Magistrates' Court... SAMMY THOMAS, 30, of Green Park Road, Southampton pleaded guilty to driving while disqualified and driving without insurance in a Ford Transit Tipper on Tebourba Way, Southampton
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Queen Anne sets booking record for cruise company
Cunard's new ship, Queen Anne, set a record for a month's bookings following her anticipated launch. The 3,000-guest vessel embarked on her maiden voyage on May 3, returning to Southampton on May 24 to start her British Isles Festival voyage.
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Revealed: The general election candidates in Eastleigh
The confirmed list of candidates hoping to become Eastleigh’s next MP has been published ahead of the general election on July 4. The statement of persons nominated for Eastleigh has been announced, featuring candidates from all major parties.
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Blake Morgan law firm raises over £1k for Winchester charity
Blake Morgan law firm has raised a sum of £1,190 for the Winchester-based charity Friends of the Family. The funds were raised through an annual quiz night, hosted on May 23 by the Family Law team and attended by local law firms and barristers.
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From Bon Jovi to Johnny Cash: Eight top tribute shows coming to Southampton
Some of the best tribute acts in the business, nods to everyone from Bon Jovi to Johnny Cash, will take to the stage in Southampton next month. Sister venues Mayflower Theatre and MAST Mayflower Studios have eight tribute shows to enjoy in July
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Southampton Operatic Society marks 100 years with summer production
Have you heard of SOS Presents? Well, it’s Southampton’s oldest established musical society, marking 100 years since its foundation in 1924, with a summer production at MAST Mayflower Studios of Guys and Dolls. Southampton Forward and the Daily
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The ten best pictures as Princess Anne visits Southampton
Princess Anne visited Southampton on Tuesday to open the 25th edition of Seawork. Held at Mayflower Park in Southampton, Seawork is Europe’s largest on-water commercial marine and workboat exhibition. The exhibition is the meeting place for
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Who is standing to be MP in Gosport at the next general election?
The list of candidates for the Gosport constituency has been published ahead of the general election on July 4. The statement of persons nominated for Gosport has been announced, featuring candidates from all major parties. Caroline Dinenage
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One of UK's 'top circuses' to perform in Eastleigh for the first time
A circus which bills itself as one of the premier companies in the country is coming to Eastleigh for the first time. NoFit State, described as the 'UK's foremost large-scale contemporary circus', will host its big top show, SABOTAGE, in the town
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Saints CEO speaks out in Echo's souvenir picture special on 'fortress' St Mary's
SAINTS CEO Phil Parsons has penned a message to supporters following promotion in today's special edition copy of the Daily Echo. Parsons has called on supporters to make St Mary's a 'fortress' as they look to avoid relegation from the Premier
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When The Simpsons, Fresh Prince and Seinfeld came to Southampton
In this modern era, we find ourselves immersed in a world where a multitude of television channels and on-demand content await our command, providing a vast array of captivating visual and auditory experiences with just a simple click of a remote control
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Elton John to Rolling Stones and more - pics of concerts at St Mary's Stadium
St Mary's Stadium hasn’t been extensively used for music concerts but it has hosted some big names over the years - including Take That for the second time recently. King of pop Sir Elton John took to the stage in 2005 in the first-ever concert
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NSPCC hails Childhood Day a success in Hampshire
This year’s Childhood Day, held on Friday, June 7, was a massive success thanks to our dedicated volunteers and supporters throughout the region. It’s the annual flagship day of fundraising that brings children and adults together to play and connect
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Artist born without arms donates work to Heartbeat House
Handicapped Hampshire artist Tom Yendell is enhancing the stay of Heartbeat House residents by donating art painted with his mouth and feet. Heartbeat's supportive work for cardiac patients and their families moved Tom extensively after attending
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New breakfast diner promises food 'as local as it can be'
A new breakfast diner has opened in Shirley and is serving a well-priced and locally sourced full English breakfasts on the high street. The Retro Diner on Shirley Road serves a classic English breakfast with a traditional diner aesthetic.
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Saints pre-Euros international round-up: Adams scores and Kamaldeen make Ghana return
FOR many of Southampton's international stars, the season has now officially ended, while for some, there is still more football to come. Saints have three players preparing to represent their country at EURO 2024 and many who played for their
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Britain's Got Talent semi-finalists to star at New Forest Show
A motorcycle stunt team that appeared on Britain's Got Talent has been named as the headline act at this year's New Forest Show. The Bolddog Lings FMX squad will perform a spectacular series of gravity-defying tricks at the three-day show, which
