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Why traffic lights at busy city centre junction are still not working
Traffic lights on Civic Centre Road at the busy junction of Civic Centre Hill, Havelock Road and Portland Terrace are still not working - and this is why. The traffic lights have been switched off for several days, leading to delays. Permanent
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Another arrest made after huge 'Fast and Furious' car meet
Police have arrested a sixth man and seized a seventh car following an illegal car meet last month. The huge group of cars met in Winchester late on Saturday, September 21 and moved on to Southampton, Eastleigh, Chandler's Ford and Fareham, before
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Cat ‘drenched head to toe’ in 'diesel'
A man has spoken of his shock after his beloved cat returned home doused in 'diesel'. Jake Paul was greeted with a strong smell of diesel when his one-year-old cat Bella walked through the door. The 26-year-old from Woolston said she was “drenched
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Childhood Saints fan Collett 'can't wait' for 'special' south coast derby
CHILDHOOD Saints fan Meg Collett "can't wait" to make her south coast derby debut against Portsmouth on Sunday. Collett, 19, was "gutted" to miss last season's 2-1 FA Cup third-round tie win at Westleigh Park through injury. The full-back,
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Rockers The Sherlocks to return to Southampton on spring 2025 tour
Yorkshire rock band The Sherlocks have announced a 2025 spring headline tour including a Southampton date, with tickets on sale this week. Frontman Kiaran Crook, his brother and drummer Brandon, lead guitarist Alex Procter and bassist Trent Jackson
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Dispersal order after reports of youths intimidating staff near city supermarket
A dispersal order has been put in place after reports of youth intimidating staff near a city supermarket. Police have been granted a Section 34 dispersal order in the area surrounding Sainsbury's at Lordshill District Centre. It follows
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Coroner calls for better sea safety education after Southampton teen killed at beach
A coroner has called for better education for sea safety after a Southampton teen drowned off Bournemouth beach. Joe Abbess, 17 from Southampton, and Sunnah Khan, 12 from Buckinghamshire, both died on May 31, 2023, after they were thought to have
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Pub to re-open after nearly four months of closure
A RINGWOOD pub which closed earlier this year is re-opening its doors to punters. The London Tavern in Linford Road is due to re-open this evening (Friday, October 11). A new publican has moved in and will be running the Stonegate Group owned
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Davis believes FA Cup tie with Southend a chance to 'return to winning ways'
MANAGER Kelvin Davis admitted Eastleigh's FA Cup fourth-round qualifying tie with Southend United is a chance to return to "winning ways." The Spitfires fell to a 3-1 defeat against fellow National League promotion hopefuls Forest Green Rovers
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'He's learning' - Martin gives verdict on Charles start to life on loan at Wednesday
SAINTS boss Russell Martin insists Shea Charles' loan spell at Sheffield Wednesday will be "so good" for the young midfielder's development. Charles, 20, has quickly established himself as a key player for Danny Rohl's Owls in the Championship
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Everything we know after refuse workers exposed to hazardous chemical
Several refuse workers became unwell after being exposed to a hazardous chemical. Two were taken to hospital for treatment amid a major emergency response at Bourne House at Belbins Business Park in Romsey. The workers - who suffered from headaches
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Spectacular Northern Lights shine over Southampton in dazzling display
The Northern Lights splashed vivid colour across Southampton in a spectacular display. Stargazers across Hampshire were treated to the lights, also known as aurora borealis, last night. The beautiful phenomena is chiefly influenced by geomagnetic
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Flipped car closes busy road in both directions after crash
A crash caused severe rush hour delays on a busy road last night. A white car smashed into the railings on Bitterne Road West and flipped onto its side following the collision last night. The second car involved ploughed into a wall outside
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Statue of Paddington bear unveiled in Southampton
A statue of Paddington bear has been unveiled in Southampton. It comes as 23 Paddington statues are being installed across the UK to celebrate the cinema release of Paddington in Peru. The statue – which features Paddington bear in his iconic
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Watercress Line tells stories of women who built steam engines
A heritage railway has uncovered stories of women who built steam locomotives during World War II. The Watercress Line Heritage Railway is restoring the Canadian Pacific, a Merchant Navy Class locomotive originally built at Eastleigh Works in 1941
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Private school wins prestigious award for its 'for all' ethos
Teachers and pupils are celebrating after winning a top award for their school. Ballard School in New Milton won the title at the Independent Schools of the Year Awards on Tuesday, October 8. The awards attracted more than 700 nominations from
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Winchester student film set in Wales selected for festival in New York
A short film made by Winchester students is set to premiere at a New York festival. Children of the Valley, created by third-year film production students from the university, will be shown at the International Film Festival Manhattan. The
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Memorial service announced for former Echo Saints reporter Bob Brunskell
A memorial service will be held for the former Echo sports journalist who earned the trust of Lawrie McMenemy, Chris Nicholl, players and fans as he covered Saints during the golden years of the late 70s and 80s. Highly regarded writer Bob Brunskell
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Southampton-based recruitment team celebrates four years of success
A recruitment agency is celebrating its fourth anniversary with key milestones. ProGroup Recruitment, based in Southampton, was founded in 2020 and operates mainly in the fire protection and property services recruitment sectors. In 2024, it
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M3, M27 and M271 closures for Southampton drivers to be aware of this weekend
A number of motorway closures may impact Southampton drivers this weekend according to National Highways. These will be along the M3, M27 and M271 roads during the early hours of the morning. If you're planning to travel along these roads from
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Drink driver’s ban a ‘kick in the teeth’ says man whose car was smashed
A man whose car was shunted into his neighbour’s house by a drink driver has said his ban is a “kick in the teeth”. Allan Vincent was at home with his wife when a loud bang shook his house in Hamble Lane, Bursledon. The 53-year-old’s Volkswagen
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Man must use casino winnings to pay court costs after being found with cannabis
A man who claimed he won more than £1,000 at a casino must now use it to pay off court fees after he was caught with cannabis that same night. Ibrahim Jama, 30, was stopped by police in Southampton after officers observed what was thought to be
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'Working with charities like Guide Dogs helps me understand issues faced' - MP column
Party conference season, which is now thankfully over, may be seen as something for political anoraks only, but I have always found it a useful opportunity to catch up with organisations and charities looking to raise awareness and campaign for their
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Police update after man in his 60s hit by vehicle near hospital
Police have provided an update after a man was knocked down by a vehicle near a hospital. The victim, a man in his 60s, was walking along Dale Road towards Southampton General Hospital when he was hit. The driver of the vehicle, which was dark-coloured
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Meet the artist known as Mr Mosaic - our trader of the week
Whether it’s Mr Men mosaics, giant murals, or sculptures of wild animals let loose in Southampton, Will Rosie’s artwork has become synonymous with the city. The art lover started his business – All About Art – in 2007, after sciatica caused him
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High Sheriff of Hampshire calling for nominations for awards
The High Sheriff of Hampshire is calling for nominations for community awards. The annual awards, hosted by Hampshire & Isle of Wight Community Foundation, aim to honour the efforts of public servants, individuals, volunteers, charities, and community
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Grand opening of new leading-edge neuro-care centre
A specialist neurological rehabilitation centre has opened in Southampton. The Hamberley Neurocare service in Nursling opened its doors on October 3 to provide complex care and neuro rehabilitation services for people with brain injuries, spinal
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Police ramp up patrols after shopping centre hit by ‘unsavoury’ behaviour
Police have ramped up patrols after a shopping centre was blighted by “unsavoury” behaviour. Officers in Fareham were seen patrolling the centre in Locks Heath on Wednesday. It follows an increase in anti-social behaviour in the area, where
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Lecturer launches desperate bid to raise £15k for cancer treatment
A university lecturer has launched a desperate bid to try to raise £15,000 for a futuristic cancer treatment not available on the NHS. Mum-of-two Jules Pettitt has been told she has a less than one in three chance of surviving in the next five
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Allen's 'emotion' warning for Saints Women ahead of Portsmouth derby clash
SAINTS Women's head coach Remi Allen has warned against "getting caught up with the occasion" ahead of her first South Coast derby. Saints visit Portsmouth at Fratton Park on Sunday, October 13 (2pm), with the bitter rivals meeting in a Championship
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Plans to protect trees at school wins approval despite objections
Plans to protect trees on a Southampton school site have overcome objections from neighbouring residents. The city council sought the implementation of a tree preservation order (TPO) for areas of Weston Park Primary School. This followed the
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Country pub to close as it gets 'premium new look and feel'
A HAMPSHIRE country pub will close for refurbishments after scaffolding was put up around the building. Staff at The Crown Inn in Bishop's Waltham will be notified next week about the details of the "sparkle", as one deputy manager described the
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Pensioner, 82, overcomes lifelong fear of sea swimming
An 82-year-old woman has taken the plunge and faced her fear of sea swimming headfirst. Octogenarian Alma Hadley has lived in Lee-on-the-Solent all her life but has been too apprehensive to brace the brisk waters of Hill Head beach. That was
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Wife of New Forest man fights back tears while reliving honeymoon fight
The wife of a New Forest man has broken down in tears after recalling why they fell out on their honeymoon to friends. It comes after Caspar Todd, a 34-year-old gardener on a private estate in the New Forest married Emma Barnes, a 31-year-old investment
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Inquest opens into mysterious death of man found in his home
AN inquest has opened into the death of a man who was found deceased in his house. Graham Richard Stevens, 77, of Hill Road, was found dead in his property on September 24. The inquest into his death was opened at Winchester Coroners' Court
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Funding risk to city's violence reduction unit
Uncertainty remains over future funding for a key unit that tackles serious violence in Southampton. Leaders in the city have confirmed they still do not know if money for the violence reduction unit (VRU) will continue beyond March next year.
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'It feels like pensioners aren't important' - Leak springs up again in OAP's flat
A Southampton pensioner has told of being put through ‘months of hell’ after having a leak return in her flat after it previously took five months to repair. Margaret Baxendale, 75, has lived at assisted living block Potters Court, on Wimpson Lane
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Shoplifter stole Anabolic Muscle Fuel from Holland & Barratt, Southampton
The following cases have been heard at Southampton Magistrates' Court... ALEXANDER DIBDEN, 41, of Wallace Road, Southampton pleaded guilty to assault by beating at Northbrook Road, Southampton. He was fined £120 and must pay £85 court costs.
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Southampton researchers looking for adults to take part in flu vaccine trial
A new trial which seeks to develop a flu vaccine is recruiting adults in Southampton. Researchers at Southampton Research Hub are looking for people aged 50 and older for the Fluent Trial, which will test an investigational vaccine against an
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Lib Dems overturn former council leader's seat in 'David and Goliath battle'
The Liberal Democrats have gained their fifth seat on Southampton City Council after winning the Shirley by-election. The former seat of Labour MP, Satvir Kaur turned yellow on Thursday night when Cllr George Percival was elected with a 479-seat