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Fears over more business insolvencies in Hampshire
Insolvency-related activities in Hampshire and the South East have slightly decreased, a report has revealed. Trade body R3's analysis of Creditsafe data showed a drop from 211 in November to 203 in December. This figure is still significantly
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Major A road in the New Forest to be hit by National Highway road works
Drivers are being warned as part of the M27 and a major A road in the New Forest are set to be hit by road works. National Highways will be completing barrier work on the A31 and junction 1 of the M27 in early February. From Saturday, February
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Meet the family keeping the legacy of their late child alive by helping new mums
A baby who died just 12 days after being born is having his legacy kept alive by a caring family looking to improve other mothers’ neonatal experiences. Georgette 'George' Cooper, 52, lost her second born grandson Cohen less than two weeks after
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Southampton triumphed over Newcastle to top the Premier League
Southampton prepares to welcome Newcastle United to St Mary's this Saturday, and while recent history favours the Magpies, the fixture evokes a particularly sweet memory for Saints fans – a night of unbridled joy and a glimpse of what felt like the
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Top hairdresser encourages others to take part in Echo competition
The Southampton stylist who took the hotly-contested Daily Echo crown for Hairdresser of the Year 2024 has said business boomed after she won - and is encouraging salons to enter this year's competition. Monika Muzyka, 39, picked up the accolade
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Bishop backs project to help homeless in winter crisis
Churches in Southampton banded together to offer homeless people emergency shelter during some of the coldest weeks of the year, backed by the new Bishop of Southampton. The Winter Beds Project - which has been running since 2020 - is a collaborative
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MP questions Stubbington Study Centre consultation
An MP has questioned the efficiency of a consultation on the closure of Stubbington Study Centre, urging Hampshire County Council to see the 'huge public concern' around the centre. Dame Caroline Dinenage, Gosport MP, has penned a second letter
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DP World donates over £26,000 to six charities
DP World has donated more than £26,000 to six charities. The donations followed the annual 'Great Place to Work' survey and were made after employees completed a response. Little Haven's Hospice and Mountbatten Hampshire received the largest
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Southampton researchers involved in £10m project to predict individual cancer risk
Doctors could soon predict individual cancer risks thanks to a University of Southampton-backed project. The Cancer Data-Driven Detection programme, announced on January 22, will use AI and new analytics to assess personal cancer risk. This
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Recycling plant blocked from piling waste higher after concerns raised
A recycling plant near Romsey will not be allowed to pile waste seven metres high as the council blocked the move. Waltet Materials Ltd was prevented from increasing the stockpile height at Salvidge Farm in Bunny Lane, Timsbury, after objections
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What next for Charles at Saints following recall from Wednesday?
SHEA Charles is due back at Staplewood after Southampton opted to recall the midfielder from his season-long loan at Sheffield Wednesday last week. Charles remained at Hillsborough for seven days after the recall due to a clause in his contract
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'No hard feelings' - Bednarek delivers 'honest person' verdict on Juric
DEFENDER Jan Bednarek delivered a verdict on boss Ivan Juric, insisting Southampton's players can learn a lot from their manager. Bednarek labelled the Croatian a "really honest person" before explaining that Juric is quick to react by making decisions
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Lap dancing club on busy city road applies to renew licence
An application to renew a licence for a sexual entertainment venue on a busy city centre road has been submitted. Sylvan Glade Ltd has applied to renew the license for their venue Wiggle at 186-188 Above Bar Street. The Portsmouth-based company
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Eastleigh school recognised by Ofsted for having 'high expectations' for pupils
An Eastleigh school have been praised by Ofsted inspectors for its 'high ambitions and expectations' for pupils. Stoke Park Junior school in Bishopstoke, Eastleigh, had a visit from Ofsted in November after having its last inspection in May 2019
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Eastenders actor among stars set for £17 million new venue's first full season
It's the first full season for £17 million new 800 seat theatre Fareham Live and it features everything from an Eastenders star in Shakespeare to a Julia Donaldson favourite. Now open for three months, the venue is serving up some theatrical treats
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Charity walk expects more than 1,500 participants
A cardiac charity is set to hold its largest fundraising event, expecting more than 1,500 participants. Heartbeat's inaugural 'Heart and Stroll' will be a 5km walk at Southampton Common on Sunday, June 29. Housebuilder Barratt David Wilson
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Southampton technology helping NASA measure ocean health from space
A year after Southampton technology was launched into space for NASA's PACE programme, scientists are gaining new insights into global phytoplankton populations. These tiny organisms generate oxygen for one in every two breaths we take. In
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Southampton's role in the invention of the first hovercraft
A momentous event unfolded in June 1959, one which would forever alter the landscape of transportation when the Isle of Wight, and later Hythe, near Southampton, became the stage for a technological marvel that seemed straight out of science fiction
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Scrapping free parking could 'kill local shops,' Shirley locals say
People in Shirley are concerned that the scrapping of free parking at district car parks could ‘kill local businesses.’ Five car parks in Shirley are amongst the 17 sites in Southampton set to lose their free parking in new council plans, which
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New managing director for Network Rail's southern region
Network Rail has announced Dave Hooper as managing director for its southern region. Mr Hooper will join on May 1, replacing Ellie Burrows, who will move to the eastern region. Dave Hooper said: "I’m exhilarated to be joining the Network Rail
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Free car parking set for axe in 17 locations across city
Free car parking is set to be scrapped at 17 sites in Southampton suburbs despite 2,000 objections. Currently, various Southampton City Council car parks in the Bitterne, Portswood, Shirley and Woolston district centres offer free parking for up
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Decision looms on controversial adult respite care move
A contentious decision looms over residential overnight respite care for adults with learning disabilities. Members of Southampton City Council’s cabinet have been recommended to support plans to move to an in-house service across two sites.
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Meet the runners who love to be chased by a pack of dogs
They are known as the Quarry Club - a group of cross-country runners who are happy to be chased by a pack of dogs. The New Forest Hounds have switched from foxhounds to bloodhounds and now practice "clean boot hunting", which avoids the use of
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Council update on £48m bypass pushes completion date back to 2027
A bypass around a quiet Hampshire village which was originally set to open in 2025 has been pushed back another two years. After works on the £48m Botley Bypass stalled in autumn 2023, Hampshire County Council has now given an update to say the
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Sons set to recreate The King of Skiffle's show in Eastleigh
He was the King of Skiffle who influenced the 1960's British pop and rock musicians. Now Lonnie Donegan's sons, Anthony and Peter Donegan, are making sure that his rich musical legacy lasts forever. They will be at Eastleigh's Concorde Club
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Still no opening date for city centre gardens named by Echo readers
Southampton City Council is still unable to confirm the opening date for a new city centre green space. Daily Echo readers picked the name for Arundel Gardens, a paved over car park now home to 2000 individual plants and nine new trees next to
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Health app aimed at helping parents manage children's illnesses
Parents and carers are urged to download a health app to help manage their children's illnesses. This comes as emergency departments in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight have seen significantly more children this winter with coughs and sore throats
