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Red Jet ferry travels to South Korea after sale

Former Isle of Wight ferry Red Jet 4 is on its way to South Korea to carry customers between some of the country's most popular tourist destinations. At the end of last month, the former Red Funnel vessel was lifted out of the water in Southampton

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Hampshire's T20 game against Glamorgan abandoned due to rain

HAMPSHIRE Hawks' Vitality Blast match against Glamorgan in Cardiff on Thursday was abandoned without a ball bowled, due to heavy rain. The bad weather had already wiped out the Charlotte Edwards Cup match between Western Storm and Thunder and the

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Dramatic stand-off between man with explosives and police officers

The dramatic moment a Gosport man detonated an explosive in front of police officers as they demanded he ‘put the gun down’ has been revealed as police released body-worn footage. Police shouted at Damian Mazurkiewicz after they raided his home

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Council announce death of former Fareham mayor and councillor of 23 years

A former Fareham mayor and councillor who represented Hill Head for more than 20 years has died. On Wednesday, Fareham Borough Council announced the death of Alderman Arthur Mandry who died on May 14. Alderman Arthur Mandry was a well-respected

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Eastleigh reveal new home shirt for 2024/25 season

EASTLEIGH have revealed their brand-new home shirt, manufactured by Erreà, for the 2024/25 season. The bespoke shirt features a sophisticated tone-on-tone checked pattern on the left side, on a blue background, giving it a unique and distinctive

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Drivers warned of major delays on M27 - live updates

5:52pm The AA Traffic News shows the extent of the delays on the M27 eastbound. Delays on the M27 (Image: AA Traffic

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Ward-Prowse on exit: 'It was a real heart-break, I owe everything to Southampton'

FORMER Saints captain James Ward-Prowse has opened up on his exit from the club last summer, labelling it a "heart-break". The 29 year old signed for West Ham in a deal worth £30million following Southampton's relegation to the Championship.

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Motorist seen 'racing at high speed' before crash which killed 31-year-old

A SECOND motorist has been jailed following a crash on the A338 near Ringwood which left 31-year-old George Greaves dead. Dannie Thomas O’Leary was seen racing alongside the car which later ploughed Mr Greaves off the road. Witnesses described

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Man killed in serious crash with lorry in Totton

A man, aged 51, has died after a crash between a Peugeot and a HGV on a major road just outside Totton. Police officers rushed to the scene at 3.16am to the collision involving a lorry and a silver Peugeot 107 on the A326, at the junction with

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Sholing FC announce signing of Salisbury midfielder Gunson

SHOLING FC have continued their busy summer with the signing of midfielder Charlie Gunson. Gunson, who earned promotion last season to the National League South with Salisbury FC, will further improve the Boatmen's squad ahead of the new campaign

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Spectacular fly-past by two Spitfires axed after fatal crash

A spectacular fly-past by two Spitfires has been cancelled following a fatal crash last month. The display had been billed as one of the highlights of Fawley Armed Forces Day, which is taking place at Gang Warily sports centre on Saturday.

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Police use increased powers to remove travellers from leisure centre site

Police have authorised the use of increased powers to remove travellers from a field behind a Southampton leisure centre.  Officers authorised Section 61 powers today in response to a large gathering of travellers on the field behind Chamberlayne

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More details revealed about boat explosion as air ambulance attends

A lifeboat crew have told how they rushed to the aid of two victims of a boat explosion in Lymington.  Volunteers on board Lymington's lifeboat were first on the scene following reports of an explosion in a vessel moored at Lymington Yacht Haven

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Man charged after items including Jack Daniels stolen during shopliftings

A 35-year-old man has been charged after items including Jack Daniels Whiskey were stolen from shops in Eastleigh.  Laurence Benjamin Cuthbert, of no fixed abode, was arrested yesterday morning.  It followed shoplifting incidents at Tesco in

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Saints reportedly 'ready to revive' transfer interest in Bournemouth's Aarons

SAINTS are reportedly ready to revive their interest in AFC Bournemouth defender Max Aarons. Aarons was said to be close to a move to St Mary's last summer before moving to Bournemouth for Premier League football. Saints and Leeds United, agreed

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Travellers set up camp on field behind Southampton leisure centre and school

A large traveller encampment has been set up on a playing field behind a Southampton leisure centre.  At least 15 vehicles including caravans and cars arrived on land behind Chamberlayne Leisure Centre early this morning.  The encampment has

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These three people may have seen brutal attack on high street

Police have released photos of three potential witnesses to an alleged assault that saw a man in his 20s punched and kicked in the face in Lymington. It comes after Hampshire Police yesterday released images of four men officers wanted to speak

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Saints under-21s to take on AFC Totton at Snows during pre-season

AFC Totton will welcome Southampton's under-21s to Snows Stadium as part of their 2024/25 pre-season schedule. The Stags are building up to another Southern League Premier Division South campaign with promotion as the target. Jimmy Ball's side

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Saudi Arabian club reportedly make late swoop for Adams transfer

SAUDI Arabian club Al-Shabab have reportedly made a late swoop to sign Saints striker Che Adams on a free transfer. The 27 year old is out of contract at St Mary's this month and is free to discuss contracts with clubs anywhere in the world.

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Saints make decision on whether to sign Portuguese loanee permanently

SAINTS have made their decision on whether to sign Porto midfielder Ussumane Djalo on a permanent basis. The 20 year old has spent the second half of last season at Staplewood, playing with the under-21s in Premier League 2. The loan, first

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Major road closed in both directions following serious crash - Live

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Hampshire businesses see law change on staff getting tips

Service and hospitality businesses in Hampshire are preparing for new tipping legislation, according to advice from Ringwood-based Ellis Jones Solicitors. The company stresses the Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023, due to take effect on

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Woman has a heart transplant - and suddenly likes pizza and coffee

A Romsey woman who had a heart transplant and then suddenly liked pizza and coffee is celebrating 20 years with her 'Italian heart'. Jeannette Cole, 72, fittingly ate pizza with her family on May 31 to mark the occasion. The percentage of heart

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Campaign for new equipment at play park raises almost £10,000

A community group is keeping up its campaign for new equipment to be installed at a Southampton play park - raising almost £10,000. Friends of Portswood Rec have built up a pot of around £9,500 in large part through donations from residents.

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ABP funds new lifeboat with a £100k donation to RNLI

Southampton port bosses have marked the 200th anniversary of the RNLI by funding a new lifeboat. A £100,000 donation made by Associated British Ports (ABP) will be used to build a D-Class vessel that will help keep the seas safe. The craft

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Pretty Woman, starring Amber Davies and Ore Oduba, in Mayflower date next month

It will be a big night out. Big. Huge! Hollywood's ultimate rom-com is coming to Southampton.  Pretty Woman: The Musical is at Mayflower Theatre from July 22 to 27. Once upon a time in the late ’80s, Vivian met Edward and her life changed forever

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Snows to showcase cars at MotoFest '24 this weekend

Staff from Southampton-based Snows Motor Group will be showcasing a range of cars at a major new event this weekend. MotoFest '24 will take place on Saturday at the Silverlake Stadium, home of Eastleigh Football Club. Snows will exhibit cars

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Video shows Bargate as you have never seen it before

Embark on a fascinating journey through Bargate's history with an extraordinary YouTube video. Exploring the realms of history through a creative lens is James Stewart Fox, also known as The Time Travel Artist. But rather than pursuing the

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Former car dealership at centre of disputed plans to go up for auction at £1million

A former car sales dealership in Woolston is set to go under the hammer, with a guide price of almost £1 million. The former Mayfield Car Sales site, on Archery Road, is to be auctioned off with a guide price of £975,000. According to the listing

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Independent furniture company opens showroom in department store

An independent company has opened a showroom in a Bradbeers store. Swan Systems Furniture Ltd arrived in the Hedge End location earlier this year. Since the opening, the made-to-measure company has seen a boom in sales. Lisa Dymott, director

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'Two things to consider' - Strachan on Saints chances in Premier League under Martin

FORMER Saints boss Gordan Strachan has rated Southampton's chances of surviving in the Premier League under Russell Martin. Strachan questioned whether Southampton will allow the 38 year old coach to "stick to his guns" if things become challenging

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Dad slams Asda after being 'embarrassed' on petrol station forecourt

A dad has slammed Asda after staff “embarrassed” him on a busy petrol station forecourt. Ian Wallace was told that he was “blacklisted and banned from filling up” by a member of staff who had rushed over to him in front of watching motorists.

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Students aim big and raise £8,000 for South Africa charity trip

STUDENTS from a secondary school in Hampshire have been taking part in all kinds of fundraising activities in a bid to raise enough money to fund a trip to South Africa.  The teenagers, who all go to The Mountbatten School in Romsey, have been

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Lord Montagu meets three-time Beaulieu River photo winner

Lord Montagu has presented keen amateur photographer Maggie White with a canvas print of the action-packed sailing picture which made her the Beaulieu River photo competition winner for the third year running. He presented a second print to Buckler

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Hundreds of men to take to Southampton streets in solidarity in dance takeover

An initiative which will culminate in a takeover of Southampton with hundreds of men dancing in solidarity has been launched.  The Big Movement with ZoieLogic Dance Theatre aims to raise awareness during Men's Mental Health and Loneliness Week

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Thief banned from Sainsbury's after stealing more than £100 of Baileys

The following cases have been heard at Southampton Magistrates' Court...  DANIEL MERRIMAN, 37, of no fixed abode pleaded guilty to theft from a shop after £131.70 worth of Bailey's was stolen from Sainsbury's in Ringwood. He also admitted three

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Love cheat sued for broken promises of marriage

CHIVALRY was not a virtue to be associated with Charles Hyatt who cruelly betrayed his ardent fiancee. He had written letter after letter to Margaret Readhead professing his love, calling her "the dearest upon earth," "his own," and "my dear girl

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Major housing scheme altered to address 'key concerns'

Civic chiefs are examining updated plans to build a large number of homes on farmland between Totton and the M27 motorway. Bloor Homes and Barker-Mills Estates are seeking consent to develop a 17.5-hectare site north of the A36 Salisbury Road at

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Man in court accused of conspiring to smuggle drugs into prison

A Southampton man has appeared in court accused of conspiring to smuggle drugs into Bronzfield prison.  Leroy Joshua Harris, 41, of Sarnia Court, Southampton appeared at Southampton Magistrates' Court on Tuesday. He is charged with conspiring

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Man wanted for killing boss lived in UK undetected for four years, court hears

A man wanted for killing his former boss in Southampton was living in the UK for four years undetected before he was caught, a court was told. Arjan Balla, 41, had been living in Godstone Road, Whyteleafe in Surrey, when he was finally tracked

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Major Southampton secondary school celebrates new Ofsted rating

Staff and students at Oasis Academy Mayfield are celebrating a significant improvement in its Ofsted rating. The site in Ashley Crescent, Southampton, has been rated "Good" in all areas after a two-day inspection carried out in April. Following

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New corner shop is approved despite neighbour concerns

A new Premier convenience store in Gosport has been given the green light to open despite concerns from local residents about potential public nuisance. The new shop at 163-165 Stoke Road will be allowed to sell alcohol from 8am until 11pm Monday

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Whiteley swan reunited with partner days after being shot with air rifle

A much-loved swan in Whiteley has been reunited with its partner just days after being shot with an air rifle. In a heart-warming reunion, Wendy Herman from Swan Support was able to release the recovered bird back into its home pond at the Solent