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Saints reportedly show interest in Slovenia ace after impressing against England
SAINTS have reportedly shown an interest in Slovenia's Timi Max Elsnik after the midfielder impressed against England. Elsnik, 26, has started all three games for Slovenia - who are set to take on Portugal in the round of 16 - at EURO 2024 in Germany
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More than £150 worth of alcohol stolen from M&S
POLICE are appealing for information after alcohol was stolen from a Marks and Spencer store in New Milton. A total of £152 worth of alcohol was taken from the Marks and Spencer in Station Road on Thursday, June 27. Hampshire and Isle of Wight
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Benali reveals what goes on during pre-season tour as Saints announce Spain trip
Hello, everyone - I hope you are all well. The thought of a new campaign is becoming very real and I'd love to see the modern-day pre-season under Russell Martin up close. The club have confirmed they will be playing Eastleigh before heading
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'Hope to kick on again' - Saints announce details of five new contracts
SAINTS Women have said they are "delighted to confirm" that five players have extended their contracts with the club. Jemma Purfield joined the club last summer and missed just one game in the 2023/24 campaign. She has penned a one-year extension
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Man arrested after police chase which led to large drugs package being found
A man has been arrested after a large package of suspected drugs was found following a chase in Southampton. Officers on patrol in the city centre this week spotted a man on an electric scooter. When they asked him to stop, he got off his
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Family pay tribute to 'fun-loving boy' who died in motorcycle crash
The mum of a motorcyclist who died in a horror crash on a Hampshire road has paid tribute to him as a “fun-loving boy”. Police were called at 5.42pm on Thursday following a report of a collision involving a black motorbike and two cars on the A334
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Cancellations on Red Funnel's Red Jet service
There are cancellations on Isle of Wight ferry firm Red Funnel's Red Jet service today (Saturday). The cross-Solent operator is running a revised timetable on its Cowes to Southampton foot passenger service. 'Limited availability of crew' is
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Exciting Irish starlet agrees to sign for Saints and ends lengthy pursuit
REPUBLIC of Ireland youth international Romeo Akachukwu has agreed to sign for Saints, the Daily Echo understands. Akachukwu, set to turn 18 years old this summer, is a promising attacking midfielder playing for Waterford in the League of Ireland
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Three arrested after series of commercial burglaries
Three people have been arrested after a series of commercial burglaries. Police say they have linked ten offences at stores in Romsey, North Baddesley and Hedge End, that occurred between December 11, 2023, and June 21. On Monday, officers
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Man jailed after stealing statue worth nearly £5,000 and £3,000 e-bike
A thief who stole a bronze statue worth nearly £5,000 and a £3,000 electric bicycle has been jailed. James Robert Wood, of Cutforth Way, Romsey was sentenced to 15 months in prison following a number of offences over the last year. On May
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7 of the most luxurious cruises leaving from Southampton in July 2024
Getting on a cruise can be a great way to explore new places or just take a holiday, so luckily there are always plenty leaving from Southampton every month. There are several leaving from the city in July that are sailing all over the world including
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Inside Southampton's newest pub - with local beers and a glorious beer garden
It's Southampton's newest pub - a delightfully quirky second venue off Bedford Place from the city's celebrated Dancing Man Brewery team. Raven & Bine has opened its doors in Carlton Place, featuring the whole range of Dancing Man brews, decor
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Plan to transform slaughterhouse built to please Queen Victoria
A former Royal Navy slaughterhouse built in the 1850s to please Queen Victoria could be converted into offices. The Grade II-listed building, part of Royal Clarence Yard (RCY) in Gosport, replaced an earlier slaughterhouse that upset the Queen
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Guests left with nowhere to stay as hotel cancels bookings last minute
Hotel guests at a Southampton Premier Inn have been left without a place to stay after ‘essential maintenance’ closed the majority of rooms. On Friday, staff from Premier Inn, on New Road in Southampton, sent an email to hotel guests saying that
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Teenager arrested for possessing knife in Eastleigh - miles from home
A 15-year-old from West Sussex has been arrested for carrying a knife in Eastleigh. On Monday, June 24, officers on patrol in the town came across a 13-year-old and a 15-year-old boy from West Sussex in Station Road. The 15-year-old was arrested
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Disabled gran 'feels like crying' as accessible classes moved to another gym
A disabled grandmother says has been left 'feeling like crying' after gym classes were moved to a room she claims has forced her to give up exercising. Stroke survivor Jackie Broadhurst was given a new lease of life when she joined Active Nation's
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Shoplifter who stole dresses and handbag worth almost £700 among those in court
The following cases have been heard at Southampton Magistrates' Court... RYAN WINGATE, 38, of Hillside Road, Pennington pleaded guilty to theft from a shop after a number of prepacked items were stolen from Waitrose in Lymington. He was fined £128
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As heatwave ends - are we in for another sunny weekend?
The weather in Southampton is set to be milder this weekend but residents are still set to enjoy sunshine and temperatures in the low 20 degrees. Met Office weather forecasts show that the weekend is set to see temperatures reach a warm 22 degrees
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MP candidate fails to realise Government cuts affect our city's services - Letter
It was so saddening in Wednesday’s Echo to read the letter from the Southampton Itchen Conservative Party candidate. He fails to mention the massive cuts that his government has made to funding for services for Southampton City Council and our
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Sidney Yankson’s letter 'is a load of codswallop' - Letter
Sidney Yankson’s letter to the Daily Echo is a load of codswallop. Conservative candidate Sidney Yankson has been parachuted in from Chelsea and he knows nothing about our city. Mr Yankson claims to be some expert on local government, but he’s
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Donations reach £2,000 as families face homelessness after blaze
A fundraiser to support Gosport families affected by a fire that badly damaged seven homes and left 13 people without a home, has reached more than £2,000. Nine adults and four children had to be evacuated from their homes in Hill Park Road, Gosport
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Snowdrop Place Care Home holds sports-based fundraising event
Staff and residents at Hedge End's Snowdrop Place Care Home held a week-long fundraising event for Barchester’s Charitable Foundation. Snowdrop Place, run by Barchester Healthcare, invited families and the community to join in fun sports activities
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Spitfire memorial 'should simulate an attack with gunfire noises' - Letter
Southampton’s Spitfire Memorial should be a simulated ‘attack’ on the Bargate with three Spitfires ‘roaring’ down Above Bar thus bringing together two of Southampton’s iconic features. The first Spitfire would be near the New Road junction.
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Candidate profiles for Romsey and Southampton North
The candidates vying to be the MP for Romsey and Southampton North have made their case to residents. The Local Democracy Reporting Service asked each of the individuals to explain why they would be the best person to represent the constituency
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Some of the best photos as New Forest Academy students celebrate prom in style
It was an unforgettable night for students who attended New Forest Academy’s prom. Year 11 students celebrated the end of their exams by arriving in smart suits and colourful dresses at Elmers Court in Lymington. New Forest Academy shared some
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Butterflies Bereavement Support fights survival with urgent fundraising campaign
A bereavement service charity which covers Hampshire and the Isle of Wight is facing the threat of closure as it's close to running out of cash. Butterflies Bereavement Support previously had reported having a mere six weeks of funding remaining
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Plans to replace 'failing' sea wall protecting nearby homes
A planning application has been submitted to Eastleigh Borough Council to replace a ‘failing’ sea wall. The application states that the existing wall, which retains the slope beneath the Netley Cliff apartments, is structurally compromised, with
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I Predict A Riot: Kaiser Chiefs and other great things to do this weekend
From Ruby and riots to roses, things are shaping up for a busy weekend in and around Southampton. Live music, festivals, sporting events and more take place on Saturday and Sunday (June 29 and 30). Here's our pick of five of the best... In
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The house that played a part in the grisly execution of a duke
Located along the quaint Ringwood High Street stands a residence that once held a key position in a poignant but sorrowful chapter of British royal history, leaving an indelible mark despite its fleeting involvement. The house is named Monmouth
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A ginger cat is still on the hunt for a loving forever home
A ginger cat is still searching for her forever home after a month-long search to find the perfect owner. Three-year-old domestic short hair, Hope, arrived at the Blue Cross in Southampton as a stray, severely emaciated and needing urgent veterinary
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Some taxis in Southampton will now have to have card machines
Some taxis in Southampton will now be required to have working card machines for customers and drivers will be subject to random drug screening under new rules. The card machine move applies to hackney carriages in the city after concerns were
