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'I'm buzzing' - Saints sign young goalkeeper who played for Lewisham Borough

SAINTS confirm the signing of goalkeeper Khiani Shombe on a one-year professional contract. Shombe, 18, dropped out of academy football during his younger years and spent recent time playing non-league with Lewisham Borough. He is a graduate

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'Long time coming' - Highly rated Saints starlet signs multi-year pro contract

HIGHLY rated Saints starlet Jay Robinson has signed his first professional contract, keeping him at the club until 2027. Robinson, 17, is regarded as a "high-potential talent" by Southampton's higher-ups having broken into the under-21s as a 15

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'Grateful to the owners' - Saints 'still in the mix' for more transfer targets

MANAGER Russell Martin believes Saints are "still right in the mix" for a few more transfer targets as their pre-season begins with excitement. The St Mary's side added seven permanent signings ahead of their first friendly of the summer, which

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ITV’s crime drama McDonald & Dodds returns - Full cast list and how to watch

Popular ITV crime drama McDonald & Dodds is back for a brand new series this weekend. Returning for series four, the whodunnit show welcomes back cast mates Jason Watkins and Tala Gouveia in the title roles as well as supporting star Claire Skinner

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Bowler Turner pleased to end T20 Blast campaign with win over Essex

HAMPSHIRE bowler John Turner was pleased to end a disappointing T20 Blast campaign with a win over Essex on Friday evening.  Turner produced his best T20 figures to knock Essex out of the Blast. The Eagles, who were losing finalists in 2023, only

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Heavy delays as thousands arrive in city centre

4:09pm Delays have reduced, according to AA Traffic. The waterfront area is not as busy.

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'Have to be patient' - Martin explains Stewart and Larios absence at Eastleigh

SAINTS manager Russell Martin admitted Ross Stewart and Juan Larios are unlikely to play for a couple more weeks as they build back from injuries. Stewart has not played regular football since August 2022 with his last two years blighted by hamstring

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Armstrong on trial with Premier League club following Saints exit

FORMER Saints midfielder Stuart Armstrong is on trial with Premier League side Brentford following his exit. Armstrong, 32, opted against signing a new contract at Southampton this summer following the club's promotion from the Championship.

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Contract extension triggered for Saints captain Stephens

PROMOTION has triggered a contract extension for Saints captain Jack Stephens, with his previous deal set to expire next summer. An additional year means the 30 year old is signed up until 2026, having signed refreshed terms in August 2023 when

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Best photos from Southampton's 7-1 win over Eastleigh in pre-season

THE Daily Echo's photographer captured every moment of Friday's pre-season season opener against Eastleigh. Saints delivered a rampant display at the Silverlake Stadium as they stepped up their preparations with a 7-1 win over the National League

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Can you park on a dropped kerb? The Highway Code offers advice to drivers

With many households having multiple cars to park, it’s no wonder that questions around where you’re allowed to park are raised. Dropped kerbs are found on a variety of roads and allow pedestrians and vehicles to smoothly move from the road to

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Man sought after teenage girl allegedly assaulted on bus

A man allegedly rubbed a teenage girl's leg and asked for her contact details while on a bus. Around 9.40am on May 23 this year,  a man sat next to a 17-year-old girl on the X5 bus when it stopped at Broadlaw Walk. It was reported to police

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Bednarek and Walker-Peters offered new contracts as transfer stance explained

SAINTS have offered new contracts to stars Jan Bednarek and Kyle Walker-Peters, who have entered the final 12 months of their deals. Bednarek, 28, and Walker-Peters, 27, are both on contracts that expire in June 2025 and face uncertain futures

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Woman in the water near Itchen Bridge prompts large emergency response

A large emergency response rushed near the Itchen Bridge yesterday evening. The Coastguard was alerted to assist with a potential person in the water near the Itchen Bridge yesterday around 3.30pm. Lymington and Hill Head Coastguard rescue

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Delays at Eastleigh station after fault - live

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Motorcyclist in his 20s dies after crash with pickup truck

A man in his 20s has died following a crash involving a motorcycle and a pick-up truck. Police were called around 10.30pm last night to reports of a crash at the junction of London Road and Church Lane, in Kings Worthy. The crash involved a

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Debt-laden council appoints independent member to oversee finances

A debt-ridden council received only four applications when hiring for an independent person to help oversee its finances. Eastleigh Borough Council actively sought one person to join the Audit and Resources Committee. The council – which is

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See all eight Spider-Man films on the big screen in Southampton this summer

Film fans in Southampton can enjoy all eight Spider-Man films on the big screen this summer. Whether your favourite friendly neighbourhood superhero is Tobey Maguire, Andrew Garfield or Tom Holland, or you just can’t decide, all three Spider-Men

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Friends take on Land's End to John O'Groats charity cycle challenge

It was an epic cycle challenge pedalling more than 1,000 miles for a great cause.  Two friends have completed their unsupported18 day  bike ride from Land's End to John O'Groats, and raised nearly £8,000 for Sophie's Legacy.  Gary Grundy and

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People on benefits set to get cheaper broadband - here's how

Broadband provider toob is launching a new social tariff, 'toob essentials', aimed at making full-fibre broadband access easier for benefit recipients. A sloer, 50Mbps service is available for £20 a month for people on Universal Credit, Pension

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Ex-mayor prosecuted again for planning enforcement breach

A former mayor of Test Valley has been hit with a hefty fine for breaching a planning enforcement notice for the second time in two years.  Martin Hatley, who was mayor from 2019 to 2021, and Trevor Hatley were prosecuted by Test Valley Borough

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Redbridge Community School's Prom 2024 - in fantastic pictures

Dozens of students turned out to Redbridge Community School's 2024 Prom. Students arrived in fancy dresses and supercars to celebrate the end of their studies. Here is a picture gallery of the students arriving at their prom at Chilworth Manor

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Key talking points as Saints thrash Eastleigh 7-1 in pre-season friendly

SAINTS stepped up their pre-season preparations with a 7-1 win over National League neighbours Eastleigh on Friday night. First half goals from Adam Armstrong and Will Smallbone gave them a comfortable lead before Sekou Mara, Ryan Manning, Yukinari

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These popular 1990s toys could earn you up to £30,000

Is that dusty box of LEGO bricks in your attic worth a fortune? The world of vintage LEGO has seen a meteoric rise in value over the past few decades, turning childhood playthings into coveted collectables. There may even be some loft spaces

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Five people taken to court for failing to pay train fare

The following people have been sentenced for travelling on a train without a fare...  MARCEL BINLA, 48, of Rownhams Road, Southampton was travelling on Great Western Railway at Bath Spa on January 26, 2024, having not paid the fare of £52.10. The

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Abandoned test centre will be sold off years after closure

A driving test centre which has been abandoned for two years is set to be sold. The DVSA closed Forest Hills test centre at the start of April 2022. More than two years on since the controversial closure, the site – which is near the incomplete

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Judge condemns teen who killed stepdad with drill after 'prolonged struggle'

A former army cadet has been given a hospital order for the brutal killing of his stepdad in Gosport - here's what the judge said whilst sentencing him.  Mr Justice Pushpinder Saini sentenced Vladimir Ivashikin at Southampton Crown Court on Friday

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Day to night café serving coffee and booze opens its doors

A café with a difference has opened in Shirley. Lucky for some, Cozy Seven appeals to a broad audience – specialising in coffee, cake, and wine. But the café does not only serve up drinks, but positivity too. Emblazoned on the wall of the

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Southampton charity announces it is closing

A charity which supports refugees and asylum seekers has announced it will close. City of Sanctuary Southampton, founded by the late Stephen Press, has been instrumental in shaping the city into a safe haven for those escaping from conflict and

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Exporters return to pre-Brexit delivery times

Southampton's Europa Road branch is once again delivering to pre-Brexit timescales, four years after Britain's EU exit. Celebrating its decade of operation, the prospect marks a significant improvement for South Coast exporters coping with post-Brexit

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Enchanting new Christmas spectacle coming to Southampton

The Christmas Orchestra is visiting 15 locations including Southampton this winter, bringing with it the sound of the festive season Sprinkling festive cheer is the live 16-piece chamber orchestra promising feel good fun at Central Hall on Tuesday

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Meet the chef who went from New York to a Hampshire vineyard via a Michelin star

He's the Hampshire vineyard head chef with his own Michelin star who cooked for an F1 World Champion. Nick Edgar talks about his Raymond Blanc trial and working in the States in our meet the chef column. What inspired you to become a chef?

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GP surgeries with most unhelpful receptionists revealed

The Southampton GP surgeries with the worst receptionists have been revealed. Patients had their say on how helpful they find reception staff at their surgery in the annual GP Patient Survey. Homeless Healthcare Team, Hill Lane Surgery, and

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Martin reveals Onuachu has returned to Saints training amid uncertain future

SAINTS manager Russell Martin revealed Paul Onuachu is back training at the club despite a permanent exit looking likely this summer. The Nigerian international spent last season on loan at Turkish side Trabzonspor, scoring 17 goals in 25 appearances

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'Russell-ball' - Signing Sugawara delivers entertaining first Saints interview

YUKINARI Sugawara proved he is as entertaining off the pitch as he looks to be on it when speaking to the Daily Echo for the first time. The Japanese right-back enjoyed a positive first outing for Saints, scoring from range as they thrashed National

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Rally taking place this weekend has been going for 53 years

The Netley Marsh Steam Rally, which takes place this weekend, boasts a rich history dating back to 1971. The first event, then called "The Puff-in," was a one-day affair showcasing local steam engines. The enthusiastic response from visitors

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Animal cruelty cases spike as '41 reports made a week' in Hampshire

Animal cruelty cases have dramatically spiked in Hampshire, the RSPCA has revealed. The charity has received 1,078 reports so far this year, equating to 41 reports made per week. But a stark warning has been issued – the worst is yet to come