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Council issues warning after fire starts in bin lorry
Southampton City Council have issued a warning after a battery caused a fire inside one of its bin collection lorries. The council is now urging resident to safely dispose of items with batteries that could cause a fire. Dramatic video footage
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Police seize ‘eight deal bags’ of cocaine and cannabis in raid on home
Police have seized cocaine and cannabis after raiding a home in Southampton. On Tuesday, officers attended a home on Laundry Road in Maybush and seized ‘eight small deal bags’ of cocaine and cannabis. A 37-year-old woman from Southampton received
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Knife surrender bins installed in three locations in bid to combat knife crime
Knife surrender bins have been installed in three locations across Southampton. The city centre, Shirley, and Thornhill now all have bins, funded through a Home Office grant to police forces experiencing high rates of violent crime. Since being
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Pitbull 'on the loose' at golf course sparks police probe
Police are investigating a pitbull seen 'on the loose' at a New Forest golf course. According to an eyewitness, the dog - described as an American Pit Bull Terrier - was seen last Wednesday morning and this Tuesday at Dibden Golf Centre in Main
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When Southampton trains could be renationalised after King's Speech announcement
The government has outlined its plan to renationalise Britain's railways and bring train operators into public ownership - but when could this happen in Southampton? Legislation to overhaul Britain’s railways was included in the King’s speech,
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'Massive help' - Morris thanks Saints after making switch to Tottenham
DEFENDER Ella Morris thanked Southampton FC for "all their help" after completing a move to WSL side Tottenham Hotspur. The England youth international has joined Spurs on a three-year deal after deciding to allow her Saints contract to expire.
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Hampshire country pub which closed down after three months goes on sale
A HAMPSHIRE country pub that closed down after just three months of business is up for sale. The George and Falcon in Warnford is on the market with a guide price of £650,000 after management decided to shut up shop, citing difficult business conditions
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Stagecoach bus wrecked after crash on major Hampshire road
SHOCKING photos show the damage to a Stagecoach bus after a crash on a major Hampshire road. The A31 Alresford Road was closed this morning (July 17) on the westbound side between Rodfield Lane and the Percy Hobbs roundabout. Photos show a
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How Saints fans have reacted to 2024/25 home and away kits
SAINTS supporters have reacted to the unveiling of the club's brand-new kits for the 2024/25 Premier League and Women's Championship seasons. This season’s shirts are the first created by PUMA and bring back Southampton's traditional home and away
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Police raid two homes and make four arrests over drugs issues
Two Southampton homes have been raided by police and four men have been arrested as police crack down on drug activity in the city. It follows extensive police enquiries at the addresses in Lawn Road in Portswood, following repeated reports from
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Man charged with sexually assaulting two teenage girls at bus station
A man has been charged with sexually assaulting two teenage girls who told police they were forcefully kissed at a bus station. Gino Hughes, 34, of no fixed address, has been charged with two sexual assaults. As reported, police were told of
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Day-by-day forecast with Southampton set for '28C and sunshine' this week
Following a rainy start to the week, Southampton can look forward to a heatwave heading into the weekend. A yellow weather warning was in force as rain and thunderstorms battered the city on Monday. But the Met Office is forecasting that temperatures
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Cruise ship declares emergency after leaving Southampton
A cruise ship which left Southampton at the weekend has declared an emergency. Lifeboat crews in Cornwall had to carry out a medivac of a sick passenger on Monday morning from the 141,000-ton cruise ship Regal Princess. The ship, which had
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Arrest as woman 'sexually assaulted' while on the bus
A man has been arrested after a woman was allegedly sexually assaulted on a Bluestar bus. Police said the woman was at a bus shelter on Commercial Road at around 11am yesterday when a man approached her. The man tried talking to her before
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UK to finally get a summer as mini heatwave to scorch regions this weekend
After weeks of mixed weather and a lot of rain, it looks like summer is finally here as weather forecasts predict a mini heatwave is on its way. This weekend, parts of the UK will have temperatures rising to as high as 30C. The long-awaited
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EastEnders brings back another Albert Square legend ahead of 40th anniversary
BBC EastEnders has confirmed that another legend of Albert Square will be back to mark the soap's 40th anniversary. Michael French, who plays the character David Wicks last appeared on the BBC soap in 2014 but will be back "for a short stint” later
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The 21 places children can eat for free or £1 during the 2024 summer holidays
Are you looking for ideas to get you out of the house in the summer holidays and where you can treat the kids to a nice meal without breaking the bank? From supermarket giants like Asda and Tesco to hotel chain Premier Inn or pizza restaurant Purezza
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What's the legal age you can leave a child home alone?
THE Euros and Wimbledon are over, and the Olympics are just around the corner - but for many children summer will truly arrive with the school holidays. While young people look forward to a long summer break, parents and carers might find themselves
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Leaders from housing sector gather for Regenerate Central South conference
The Regenerate Central South conference, which recently convened at the West Downs Centre at the University of Winchester Business School, focused on key issues such as housing, planning, and regeneration. Futurecity founder, Mr Mark Davy, hosted
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Music, food and fun at party to celebrate five years since historic pub reopened
A much-loved pub will host a day of live music, fun festivities, pop up trucks and fabulous food from the grill to celebrate its fifth birthday this weekend. The Four Horseshoes in Nursling reopened in 2019 after years of closure and has since
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Nine new houses approved in land off busy village road
Nine new houses have been given the green light in Stubbington. Land off Titchfield Road in Stubbington, with access from Ranvilles Lane, has been approved for the new homes. Plans show the overall design idea is based on a traditional farmyard
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Fareham firm aims to boost use of green hydrogen energy
A Fareham-based engineering solutions specialist is boosting the use of green hydrogen energy. Barnbrook Systems Ltd will be providing its BlueDot remote sensing technology for a green hydrogen provider to scale up the use of renewable fuel.
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Best and worst Southampton GP surgeries revealed
Patients at Southampton’s unhappiest GP surgery have again ranked it the worst in the city, according to latest figures. But the Living Well Partnership's score was slightly higher in the GP Patient Survey 2024 than it was 12 months ago. The
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'What a difference a year makes' - Chairman Kraft issues message on summer work
SAINTS chairman Henrik Kraft labelled the summer "great" so far after avoiding being in "quite a dark place" by winning promotion. Southampton were on the verge of serious financial difficulties had they failed to win promotion back to the Premier
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'Needed this' - Downes explains decision to swap boyhood West Ham for Saints
SAINTS midfielder Flynn Downes explained playing "week in, week out" was the biggest factor in his permanent transfer from West Ham. The St Mary's side have paid a fee of around £18million for the 25 year old's services after a successful loan
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Martin admits he feared Downes would not re-sign for Saints in 'dark' moment
MANAGER Russell Martin revealed his fear that Flynn Downes would not re-sign for Saints amid interest in the midfielder from elsewhere. The St Mary's side sealed the £18million transfer on Tuesday and broke the news at their PUMA kit launch in
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Boy's surprise after catching monster fish on first-ever night fishing trip
A budding fisherman has told of the moment he made his biggest-ever catch when he pulled a 40lb 8oz carp from the water. Frank Johnson, nine, made the amazing haul while on his first-ever night-time fishing trip with his dad Paul in the New Forest
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Girl, 11, joins hundreds of pupils making clay sculptures
Young pupils got involved creating clay models for a cathedral. Gosport girl Lucy Claridge, 11, from Alverstoke Church of England (C of E) Junior School, produced one of more than 1,000 sculptures exhibited at the cathedral. The project, involving
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£12m scheme to convert High Street bank into student flats almost complete
A £12m scheme to convert the derelict former Bank of England site in Southampton's High Street into more than 100 student flats is nearing completion. Micheldever-based Stelling Properties says all 121 studio apartments, which were manufactured
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Southampton football fans projected across Berlin ahead of Euro 2024 final
Two Southampton football fans have been remembered as their murals were projected across Berlin ahead of the Euro 2024 final. The images of Claire Reed and Danny Singh Rathor, who both died from sudden arrhythmic death syndrome (SADS), were displayed
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Furzey Gardens team wow crowds at world's biggest flower show
A group of gardeners with learning disabilities are celebrating after showing off their pioneering garden to tens of thousands of people at the world’s largest flower show. Gardeners with learning disabilities from Furzey Gardens in Minstead recently
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Hampshire charity Daybreak's fundraiser for 25th anniversary
A Hampshire charity has launched a year-long fundraising campaign to celebrate 25 years of supporting people. The family support charity, Daybreak, based in Eastleigh, is inviting people to take part in a special fundraising initiative called 25
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Ringwood Junior School shines at national football finals
Ringwood Junior School's eight-man football squad made it to the Premier League Primary Stars national finals. Representing AFC Bournemouth, they had a successful debut by winning a local New Forest and Bournemouth tournament. The national
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Vacant agricultural building to get a new lease of life
An agricultural building said to be no longer fit for purpose will be given a new lease of life after a decision by Fareham planning chiefs. Applicant Nick Baird, along with his parents Basil and Maureen, sought a change of use for a vacant 1,175
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Permission to run 250-space cruise passenger car park approved
A bid for permission to operate a car park for cruise passengers in Southampton have been approved. Passengers have been leaving their cars at the site on Wharf Road in Woolston before being taken to and from the port in a park-and-ride service
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Hampshire's Solent Mind reveals innovative strategy for better mental health care
Solent Mind, the largest mental health charity in Hampshire, recently unveiled a new strategy aiming to put the needs of its users at the forefront of its plans. The announcement was made by CEO Sally Arscott during a dedicated event at the charity's
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Historic Amelie Rose ship offers free tours to public
Visitors to Buckler's Hard can tour pilot cutter Amelie Rose and chat with its crew. The 2009 replica will be showcased in its newly refurbished form from July 20 and 21. This unique boat was commissioned by skipper owner Nicola Beck, who has been
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Residents face wait to see if popular railway line will reopen
Campaigners say they are waiting to learn if the new Labour government will approve plans to reopen a Hampshire rail route. Network Rail has published proposals to restore passenger services on the Totton to Hythe branch line, which has been freight-only
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Motorcyclist who had leg amputated after crash wins England's strongest man
A Hampshire man who had his leg amputated after a motorcycle crash has been crowned England’s strongest disabled man. Scott Endersby was forced to have his leg amputated after a serious motorcycle crash on Portsmouth Road near Netley on April 15
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Toys R Us could make a comeback to Southampton – here’s where
An iconic toy retailer could be making a comeback to Southampton’s high street. Toys R Us closed all its 100 UK stores six years ago following fierce online competition. Among them was the large shop near Southampton Central Station, which
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When pupils at Southampton schools went on strike
Throughout its history, Southampton has experienced numerous industrial conflicts, yet none were as peculiar as the occasion when young students from the area decided to go on strike. Rumours began to circulate far and wide regarding a growing
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Council provides update after two people parachute from Millbrook Towers
Southampton City Council has said it has secured the entrance to the roof of a tower block after two people were seen BASE jumping from it. On Thursday evening two people were seen leaping from the 240ft towers before opening a parachute. Footage
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Air ambulance call outs soar by almost a third as charity needs £10m per year
Air ambulance call outs increased by 31 per cent during the first half of 2024, compared to the same period last year. That's an extra two patients every day who needed the specialist skills of the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance team
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Supermarket transformed into state-of-the-art medical centre
The Shirley Health Partnership has announced the completion of its new medical centre. The firm moved due to its former headquarters, a 1970s NHS clinic, being deemed inadequate to meet patients' needs. The new premises, an old steel portal
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Plans for new air ambulance HQ near Southampton Airport set for approval
Plans for a new HQ for Hampshire Air Ambulance are set for approval. Proposals for the new site, complete with a new helipad near Southampton Airport, could be given the green light next week. The application, which is recommended for approval
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Inspiring headteacher retires after nearly 40 years in education
'An inspirational educator who puts children at the heart of everything she does' is to retire as headteacher of a city primary school after an illustrious nearly-40-year career in education. Amanda Talbot-Jones, headteacher at St Denys Primary
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Nine pictures of highly-missed local carnival - were you there?
Milford on Sea carnival is one of the many no longer taking place throughout Hampshire. Fancy floats snaked their way through Milford for the village carnival. Sleeping Beauty, Robin Hood and the Flintstones were just some of the many themes
