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'Talented player' - Martin sets out plan for Matsuki at Goztepe
SAINTS boss Russell Martin described summer signing Kuryu Matsuki as a "really talented player" adding "he needs to adapt" to European football. The Japanese youth international joined Southampton from J. League side FC Tokyo last month before
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Council leader urges calm ahead of planned city centre protests
The leader of Southampton City Council has urged calm ahead of protests planned in the city centre. Cllr Lorna Fielker has told those taking to the streets for protests or counter-protests to "do so lawfully and peacefully". It comes as at
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‘Can’t wait’ - Saints confirm signing of two-time Championship winner
SAINTS Women have announced the signing of midfielder Aimee Palmer as their sixth summer signing ahead of the 2024/25 campaign. The two-time Barclays Women's Championship winner arrives on the South Coast with a wealth of experience across the
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Two men in hospital after being attacked with table leg during robbery
Two men are in hospital with serious injuries after being attacked with a wooden table leg in a violent robbery. A man in his 20s and a man in his 30s were walking along Starboard Way, Southampton when they were approached by a group of unknown
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Saints announce plans for upcoming annual fans' forum
SAINTS have announced details for their upcoming annual fans' forum in which Russell Martin, Jack Stephens, Mark Bitcon and Phil Parsons will all be in attendance. Set to take place on Monday, August 12, the quartet of key Saints figures will be
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Police issue dispersal order after rise in anti-social behaviour at Hamble Quay
Police have issued a dispersal order ‘to clampdown on anti-social behaviour’ in the Hamble Quay area after teenagers smashed a lifeboat and jumped into dangerous waters. Officers from Hedge End’s Neighbourhood Policing Team have set up a dispersal
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Saints charged with 'misconduct in relation to crowd control' during West Brom clash
SAINTS have been charged by the Football Association with "misconduct in relation to crowd control" during their Championship play-off semi-final victory over West Brom last season. Supporters invaded the pitch following Southampton's 3-1 win on
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Katie Hopkins show cancelled in Eastleigh after 'mix-up'
A Katie Hopkins performance at The Concorde Club in Eastleigh has been cancelled. It had been advertised that the the former columnist turned media personality was due to take to the stage at the entertainment venue tonight at 9pm. But a spokesperson
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Fire breaks out at former social club building
A blaze has broken out at a the abandoned Freemantle Social Club in Southampton. On Monday night, firefighters were called to a blaze at an abandoned building on Waterloo Road, Southampton. The building formerly housed the Freemantle Social
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DP World fined £1m after dock worker fractured skull and back in fall
A logistics company has been fined £1 million after a Southampton dock worker suffered fractures to his skull, back and pelvis. Christopher Hooper, 31, was working at DP World Southampton's terminal when he fell through an open hole in the driver's
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How to watch/stream Saints vs Lazio pre-season friendly
SAINTS welcome Seria A giants Lazio to St Mary's on Wednesday, August 7 as they continue to prepare for the 2024/25 campaign. The Italian side will present Southampton with their biggest challenge of pre-season so far - although they have faced
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Man jailed for brutal attack on homeowner
A Totton man has been jailed following a brutal attack on a homeowner. Southampton Crown Court heard how Marcus James Hearn, 40, had aggressively and repeatedly banged on the door of an address in Rumbridge Street in Totton at around 8pm on Sunday
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Saints listed among clubs reportedly interested in goalkeeper Johnstone
SAINTS are reportedly among the list of clubs interested in Crystal Palace goalkeeper Sam Johnstone. The 31 year old is said to be keen on an exit from Selhurst Park having fallen behind Dean Henderson in the pecking order. Johnstone, a four-time
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Muslim Council say 'we will not be scared by thugs' ahead of Southampton protest
The Muslim Council of Southampton have said they will ‘not be scared by these thugs’ as a demonstration is planned for Southampton tomorrow night. The UK has been targeted by rioters and violence in recent weeks following the Southport stabbings
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Man arrested after washed up boat becomes a crime scene
A Fareham man has been arrested after a woman was assaulted on a boat found stranded on a beach. The small boat, named Sapphire, was found washed up on Bournemouth beach on Saturday afternoon, August 3, with police officers later seen searching
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Woman's shock as she discovers exotic snake in her living room
A woman from the Isle of Wight was left ssss-tunned when she discovered an exotic snake in her lounge. It was just another ordinary day for Janine Watson at home, before she suddenly had the shock of her life on Friday morning. SCROLL DOWN
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AFC Totton sign former Weymouth under-23s midfielder Ketia
FORMER Weymouth under-23s midfield Will Keita has joined AFC Totton ahead of the 2024/25 season. Standing at six-foot-three-inches with an athletic physique, Keita usually plays as a defensive midfielder but is also comfortable at centre-back or
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Traveller group leave cricket club grounds
A group of travellers in Cadnam have left the site of a popular cricket club. Over the weekend, residents reported that a traveller encampment had been set up on the site of the popular Cadnam Cricket Club. One resident, who lives near the
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Southern Brave continue good form in The Hundred with win over Welsh Fire
SOUTHERN Brave made it three wins from four in The Hundred this year by thrashing Welsh Fire at Sophia Gardens. James Vince’s match-winning 73 from 50 balls in the first innings set Fire 140 to win, and the home side never threatened to reach the
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Saints announce new multi-year sleeve sponsorship deal with P&O Cruises
SAINTS have signed a multi-year partnership with P&O Cruises to become the club’s official sleeve partner. The P&O Cruises logo will sit pride of place across the men’s, women’s and academy teams’ sleeves. This partnership, the first
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Doctor performed 'bogus' procedures on women to sexually assault them, jury told
A 'creepy middle-aged' doctor performed 'completely bogus' medical procedures on two female patients less than half his age in order to sexually assault them, a court has heard. Dr Satendra Sharma, 50, abused the 'naivety' and 'trust' that his
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Drivers issued warning over commonly believed speed camera myth
A widely believed speed camera myth could land you in trouble with police, drivers in the UK have been warned. A motoring expert has lifted the lid on whether the commonly held belief that drivers can go ten per cent over the speed limit is true
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LIVE: Drivers warned of 40 minute delays on the M27 during rush-hour
8:58am National Highways has been undertaking resurfacing on the M27 in recent months. Motorists have been frustrated
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How does Sport Climbing work at the Olympics? Rules and different disciplines
The 2024 Olympic Games is well underway and sport climbing is one of the many sports that you might tune in to. As the Olympic Games have such a range of different sports, including some that aren’t usually widely televised, you might find yourself
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New high-speed boat added to police marine unit fleet
A new police boat has been unveiled for Hampshire's marine unit. Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones has funded the new rigid hull inflatable boat (RHIB) called Defender. Defender boasts highly advanced protective and tactical capabilities
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Key talking points as Saints set for toughest pre-season test against Lazio
SOUTHAMPTON'S pre-season opponents take a step up on Wednesday evening when they welcome Italian giants Lazio to St Mary's. Marco Baroni's side will present a difficult challenge for Russell Martin's charges as they look ahead to the 2024/25 Premier
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Careless BMW driver caught more than twice the legal drink drive limit
The following cases have been heard at Southampton Magistrates' Court... MARC CARTY, 39, of Holmsley Close, Southampton pleaded guilty to driving without due care and attention and drink driving on Bitterne Road East, Southampton. He was driving
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Optimism remains popular rail line could still reopen
Proposals to reopen a Hampshire rail route could survive the government's public spending review, a leading supporter of the project has said. County councillor David Harrison claimed there was still a chance that passenger trains will return to
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The top-secret airfield and facilities which took over estate in Hampshire
In the heart of Hampshire, where rolling hills and verdant fields now dominate the landscape, lies a place steeped in the secrets of war. Marwell, today a beloved zoological park, once served as a vital but clandestine component of Britain's wartime
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Independent school to absorb cost of VAT hike on private school fees
An independent school in Hampshire will absorb the cost of a rise in school fees, it has told parents. Ballard School in New Milton has told the Daily Echo how it will support families as VAT is applied to school fees from January - absorbing
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13 young Southampton patients triumph at British Transplant Games
A team of 13 young transplant patients treated at Southampton Children’s Hospital have returned from this year's British Transplant Games triumphant, after securing 27 medals. Now in its 46th year, the Transplant Games saw more than 1,000 athletes
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Stunning new mural by local artist installed in city centre
An art installation celebrating the work of a local artist has been unveiled on Southampton's East Street. Winchester-based textile artist and researcher, Jennifa Chowdhury explores contemporary expressions of identity, heritage and belonging,
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Saints plan to loan Ballard out again after recovering from lengthy injury
SAINTS plan to loan out young forward Dom Ballard following his recovery from a long-term injury. The 19 year old saw his loan spell at Reading cut short last season when he suffered a patella injury, ruling him out for the rest of the campaign
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Biggest boy band of their time left an indelible mark on Romsey
Broadlands was transformed into a shimmering sea of euphoria two decades ago as the iconic Irish boyband, Westlife, took centre stage. As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a golden glow over Lord Mountbatten's historic estate, the anticipation
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Controversial 15-bed HMO plan would 'instill fear' into community
A storm of protest has greeted plans to convert a former care home into a 15-bed house in multiple occupation (HMO). An application relating to Chesterholm Lodge in Britten Road, Lee-on-Solent, has so far sparked more than 100 letters of objection
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Number of new homes in the New Forest could double under government plans
The number of new homes in the New Forest could more than double under revised targets set out by the government. The government announced last week that councils in England would be given mandatory housing targets to help contribute to the overall
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New Argos set to open at Sainsbury's Eastleigh
A new Argos store is set to open at a Hampshire Sainsbury's store at the end of this month. A section of the Sainsbury's store in Leigh Road, Eastleigh has been closed off as the company prepares to open the new Argos store inside. A large
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Violent thugs told they are 'not welcome' in Southampton with protests planned
Anti-racism campaigners, religious leaders and Southampton MPs have warned far-right thugs set on violence: "You are not welcome in our city." It comes as at least two protests appear to be planned in the city in the wake of riots that are sweeping
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Businesses urged to employ more people with disabilities
Two training organisations are urging businesses to employ more people with disabilities following the award of a major accolade. Minstead Trust and Smart Training & Recruitment, which work together to help people gain employment, have spoken out
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Beautiful home on sale in Romsey town centre for £550,000
A beautiful home in the centre of Romsey has gone on the market. Located in The Meads, this split-level apartment is being sold through Henshaw Fox for £550,000 and is being offered for sale with no forward chain. Tom Henshaw, managing director
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Council employee stole stock before being dismissed
An alleged theft of stock by a member of council staff led to new “arrangements” being introduced by the local authority. The Southampton City Council employee was dismissed due to wider performance issues, a report by the chief internal auditor