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Benali: 'There is no point in being brave if you are making the wrong decision'
THE dominant narrative surrounding Saints at the moment is their tendency to self-destruct with errors while playing out from the back. That's only natural. The mistakes we have made so far this season have contributed to a winless start to our
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'I'm honoured' - Saints name Purfield as captain ahead of 2024/25 season
SOUTHAMPTON FC Women have named defender Jemma Purfield as their captain ahead of the 2024/25 Championship season. The left-back missed just one game in all competitions during her first campaign on the south coast last season. The 27 year
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Man due in court after police called to van being driven 'erratically'
A man is due in court after police were called to a van being driven 'erratically'. Wilder Lopez, 57, of South Street, Gosport has been charged with drink driving after a vehicle was stopped in Gosport on Thursday (September 6). In a post
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Cycling cafe closes down after six years
A cycling cafe that has had recognition for being the best in England has closed down. Café Velo, in Star Lane, Ringwood, was founded in Easter 2018 by Peter Moore, an electrician by trade, and Vicky Richards, who had previously worked in the
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Death of woman found near rural lane is no longer being treated as suspicious
The death of a woman whose body was discovered in Owelsebury is no longer being treated as suspicious. Officers were called to Lower Baybridge Lane on Tuesday, September 3, after the body of a woman in her 30s was discovered. Officers launched
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'Monstrous' Southampton rapist left woman feeling unsafe in her own home
A 'monstrous' painter and decorator has been jailed for nine years after he raped a woman, leaving her feeling unsafe in her own home. Winchester Crown Court heard how Luke Cromar forced himself upon the woman in Southampton. The 30-year-old
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'Delighted to be here' - Eastleigh sign experienced winger to short-term deal
EASTLEIGH have announced the signing of Wes McDonald on a short-term deal following the expiration of his contract at Partick Thistle. McDonald spent his youth career at three different clubs in Crystal Palace, Fulham, and Birmingham City before
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Thundery rain warning issued for swathes of England and Wales over weekend
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for thundery rain over the weekend for some parts of England and Wales. It is in place from 9pm Saturday evening (September 7) until 6pm Sunday (September 8). The areas included in the warning
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'Not surprised' - Rusk impressed by Saints starlet who has already made senior debut
SAINTS under-21 boss Simon Rusk is unsurprised by how quickly Irish starlet Romeo Akachukwu has adapted to football on the south coast. Akachukwu made his long-awaited move to Southampton from Waterford having turned 18 earlier this summer.
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Increased police patrols as residents warned of vehicle thefts
Police patrols have been increased after a rise in thefts from vehicles with residents warned to secure their cars. Officers in Eastleigh have been out on patrol after a spate of "opportunistic" thefts from vehicles, especially in the West End
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Two arrested for drink and drug driving after man and woman injured in crash
Two people have been arrested for drink driving following a crash on Winchester Road in Shedfield. The single-vehicle crash took place at around 4.30am this morning (Saturday, September 7) on Winchester Road in Shedfield. A man and a woman
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NHS Parliamentary Award shortlists Southern Health for mental health initiative
The partnership between Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust and Citizens Advice Winchester District has been shortlisted for an NHS Parliamentary Award. Recognised in the Excellence in Mental Health Care, the initiative provides advice and support
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Pure Genie-us: what we thought of Disney's Aladdin at Mayflower Theatre
It's glitzy, glamorous and pure genie-us! This exuberant production of Aladdin is family entertainment at its best. You've got all the magic of a top notch Disney show with plenty of panto and cabaret touches thrown in. It's a complete feast
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Residents set up petition against plans for 'biggest car recycling centre in Europe'
Hundreds of people have signed a petition against plans to open what they claim would be “one of the biggest car recycling centres in Europe” on Hampshire farmland. Residents are concerned about the proposed expansion of the site at Row Ash in
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The Hampshire postcodes which won prizes in the Postcode Lottery in August
A number of postcodes in Hampshire won thousands of pounds in the People's Postcode Lottery during August 2024. Multiple streets across the county scooped prizes after their postcodes came out in the draw. The People’s Postcode Lottery is a
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Drivers handed £3.8m bus lane and road fines - with 4,000 caught in Portland Terrace
Drivers have been handed £3.8m in bus lane and restrictions contravention fines in Southampton - including 4,000 caught in Portland Terrace bus lane The city council’s eight fixed automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) camera locations have
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Meet the chef cooking up a storm at The Giggling Squid
Meet the chef cooking up crowd-pleasing Thai delights at The Giggling Squid in Winchester. Samorn Saraburi, also known as Mikey, talks Sunday roast, watercress and Gordon Ramsay in our regular meet the chef column. What first inspired you to
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Audi driver caught at 110mph on M27 among latest speeders hauled into court
The following cases have been heard at Southampton Magistrates' Court... JONAS ALVES JARDIM, 22, of High Street, Southampton admitted speeding on the A335 Southampton Road, Eastleigh in a BMW. He was caught at 42mph in a 30mph zone by manned speeding
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Southampton wellbeing programme to be delivered across the UK
A free emotional wellbeing programme for children has been launched by Priory, to help tackle the growing mental health crisis. Known as the Priory Emotional Wellbeing Programme for Children, it was created by leading therapists and is aimed at
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Magic carpets, giant bubbles and more - five things to do this weekend
Take off on a magic carpet ride or enjoy a host of family fun this weekend. Here's our pick of some of the many things to do to keep you and the kids entertained this weekend (September 7 and 8). At Mayflower Theatre... (Image: Deen Van
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Mum who lost daughter to suicide gets backing from Chris Packham in new campaign
TV wildlife expert Chris Packham is backing a new suicide prevention and awareness campaign that will be launched today. The Hampshire and IOW Speak Their Name (STN) Suicide Memorial Quilt will be unveiled ahead of a year-long tour that will include
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Louis the cat etches name in history books after scaling Britain's highest peaks
A CAT has become the first feline to conquer the Three Peaks. Louis the Persian made history as it became the first cat to climb the highest mountains in England, Scotland and Wales. Alongside his owners Jess Peters and Dan Taylor, the seven
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Bridal store steps in after brides left with nowhere to run in shock closure
A bridal shop in Southampton has stepped in to help after brides left in a 'panic' when another store appeared to close. Whyte Weddings Bridal Boutique in Brighton Road, Worthing, has reportedly shut down after customers received an email to say
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Southampton Airport ranks among the best in the UK
Southampton Airport has been ranked among the top five best airports in the UK. The city’s airport is named alongside Liverpool John Lennon, London City, Norwich and Exeter, according to a survey conducted by Which? The findings from 7,000
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Motorcyclist fined after being clocked at almost 60mph at notorious speed camera
A motorcyclist was slapped with a fine after being clocked by a notorious speed camera. Elliot Williams-White was caught speeding up Maybray King Way at 56mph at the end of February. The 30-year-old was riding his Zontes motorbike at the time
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'Breath of fresh air' - Ramsdale on what Martin demands from him at Saints
GOALKEEPER Aaron Ramsdale explained what Russell Martin expects from him at Saints and revealed his belief that he can add quality at the back. Ramsdale is expected to play out from the back at Southampton and Martin has backed the 26 year old
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New Forest verderers election registration deadline approaching
New Forest residents with Forest Rights can elect two verderers in November. Eligible voters with an acre of land should register by September 17. The process involves printing, filling, and submitting a form from verderers.org.uk/announcements
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New Forest high street with 'grand architecture' named among best in the UK
A New Forest high street with "grand architecture" has been named among the best in the UK. Lymington High Street was featured alongside 31 others in a list from the Daily Mail, who spoke to various property experts and estate agents to come up
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By-election set to be held at council after MP quits authority
A date has been set for a by-election after MP Satvir Kaur resigned from the city council. Southampton Test representative Ms Kaur, formerly leader of the council, announced she would step down last week. The council is holding a by-election
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Restructure in senior leadership at Southampton's council
The officer leadership team at Southampton City Council is being restructured with one senior manager leaving the authority and another taking on extra responsibilities. Claire Edgar has been appointed Surrey County Council’s executive director
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Ambulance service is attending more serious incidents than before, councillors told
Ambulance service leaders are working to ensure patients only go to hospital emergency departments when absolutely necessary, councillors in Southampton have been told. Members of the city council’s health overview and scrutiny panel heard more
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Shock as popular axe-throwing venue closes after just 18 months
A popular axe-throwing venue in Southampton has closed its doors less than a year and a half after it first opened. Black Axe Throwing Co Southampton announced on Thursday that it has closed its site at The Marlands on Civic Centre Road.
