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Police bodycam shows moments officer prevents major fire after 'arson'
A suspected arsonist set fire to a public toilet in Hythe, police said. On Saturday November 9, at around 7pm, Hampshire police responded to reports of criminal damage and anti-social behaviour in Hythe around the public toilets. Upon arrival
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Police seize multiple knives after shutting down home connected to drugs
Hampshire police have seized and destroyed a number of knives they believe were being used as weapons after carrying of a closure order in Woolston. Officers enforced a full closure order in Victoria Road after magistrates found the order to be
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Three new summer destinations announced by Ryanair from Bournemouth
RYANAIR has announced it will fly three extra routes from Bournemouth Airport from next year. The budget Irish airline is expanding its services to three new destinations across Europe from April 2025, with tickets on sale now. There will
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Person pronounced dead after being hit by train
A person has been pronounced dead after being hit by a train in Hampshire. A police cordon was put in place while emergency services dealt with the incident on Saturday at around 10pm. There were several hours of travel disruption as a result
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How two crashes left M27 gridlocked this morning
Rush hour traffic on the M27 this morning was ground to a halt near Portsmouth due to two collisions within 100 metres of each other. Around 7am this morning, police attended the scene of two incidents between Junction 12 and 11 on the westbound
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Cold health alert issued for Southampton as temperatures set to plummet
A yellow cold health alert has been issued for Southampton with temperatures set to plummet throughout this week. The warning, from the UK Health and Security Agency, came into force across the South East from 10am on Monday and lasts until 6pm
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This is why an air ambulance was in Lee-on-the Solent this morning
Many residents around Lee-on-the-Solent area were shocked to see an air ambulance land in the centre of town this morning. Those living in Lee-on-the-Solent may have been the yellow and green helicopter belonging to Hampshire Air Ambulance land
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Hampshire Women sign all-rounder Dattani
ALL-ROUNDER Naomi Dattani has joined Hampshire Women ahead of the 2025 season. Dattani signed on loan for Southern Vipers, the women’s regional team based at Utilita Bowl, for the end of the 2024 season and made an instant impact, picking up her
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Aldi reveals top items shoppers in Hampshire can donate to help foodbanks
Aldi has revealed the most in-demand items at foodbanks this Christmas. The list, aimed at guiding shoppers, includes essentials, festive treats, toiletries and pet food. This comes as research by Aldi's community partner, Neighbourly, shows
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Man arrested after woman woke up to find a man taking off his trousers
Police have arrested a 33-year-old man after a woman woke up to find a man taking off his trousers in her home during the night. On Sunday, Hampshire police said that it was searching for a man after an incident at a home on Park Road, on October
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Police helicopter deployed in manhunt for assault suspect
A POLICE helicopter was deployed to search for a suspect following a reported assault in Bransgore. The NPAS helicopter searched for a suspect for over an hour before heading back to Bournemouth Airport on Sunday. It is reported that a person
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Saints Women boss Allen encouraged after 'beyond frustrating' draw at Newcastle
SAINTS Women head coach Remi Allen remains encouraged despite an admittedly "frustrating" 1-1 draw at Newcastle on Sunday. Saints were seconds away from securing an important win at St James' Park before Dianna Cooper poked home an equaliser in
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Police issue dispersal order after antisocial behaviour in town centre
Police have issued a dispersal order after a spate of antisocial behaviour in Totton town centre. The dispersal order is currently in force – having come into effect at 1.25pm on Sunday, November 17 – and will run until 1.25pm on Tuesday, November
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Kane reveals how Harwood-Bellis had hand in TWO England goals
SKIPPER Harry Kane revealed Southampton's Taylor Harwood-Bellis had a hand in two England goals against Ireland on Sunday evening. Harwood-Bellis, 22, came on from the bench to score on his England debut as the Three Lions thrashed Ireland 5-0
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School evacuated due to explosive device last week forced to close again today
A school evacuated last week after a potentially explosive device was brought in to show and tell has been forced to close today (November 18) after a gas leak. Orchard Junior School in Dibden Purlieu was evacuated on Friday after a student took
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Regal Princess returns to service after issue forces cancellation
A cruise ship that was forced out of action for three weeks after its journey from Southampton is now back sailing the seas again. Regal Princess had been marooned in the Galveston Ship Channel in Texas since October 27, as 'power generator issues
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‘Childline saved my life’ – why you should donate this Christmas
A woman who was sexually abused as a child has praised the NSPCC’s Childline service for saving her life. Nicola - not her real name – said speaking to a Childline counsellor is what stopped her from taking her own life when she was a teenager.
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How to spot, prevent and treat mould in your home this winter
Mould in the home is very common, but can be a serious problem for a number of reasons and shouldn’t be ignored. The best way to deal with mould is to prevent it happening in the first place, but if it does, you should know how to spot it and remove
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M27 crash grinds westbound rush hour traffic to halt - live updates
9:32am Traffic has now returned to normal. Thanks for following our live blog.
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Southampton shipping movements: Around the Port
Around the Port Today's principal Southampton arrivals: Luna-B, cargo, 0600, SGL3; Ventura, passenger, 0615, 106; Autostar, roro, 0630, 25; Elisabeth, container, 0900, SCT4; Poavosa Wisdom VII, bulk, 1200, 107/8. Today's principal Southampton
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Building Character, Building Community: the Boys' Brigade in Southampton
Here in Southampton, we have a special reason to celebrate the Boys' Brigade. This city has been a proud bastion of the Brigade's values for generations, nurturing countless young men into upstanding citizens. From our historic streets to our vibrant
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Southampton has lost one in six cash machines in the past three years
Data has revealed that Southampton has lost one in six ATMs in the last three years. New analysis of data from LINK, a network of cash machines, shows there were 192 ATMs open in Southampton as of June this year. This was a 16 percent decrease
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'Idiot' filmed himself on high speed joy ride through Southampton
A judge branded a man an “idiot” after he filmed himself on a “high speed joy ride” through Southampton. Jordan Curtis, 28, stole his ex-partner’s car from Gosport then travelled at high speed through the city on April 13. Southampton Crown
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M27 drink driver banned from the roads among latest court cases
The following cases were heard at Southampton Magistrates' Court: ALEXANDER CARTER, 37, of Paisley Road, Bournemouth, admitted failing to provide a sample for a Class A drug test in Southampton on July 31. He was handed a fine of £120 and must
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Venue gearing up for 'biggest festive period yet' after recording-breaking year
A Hampshire venue is planning to host its "most exciting Christmas season yet" after a record-breaking year. Kimbridge Barn, Romsey, is preparing a range of activities for its sixth festive season. This includes a 10-course tasting experience
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Woman receives treatment at pharmacy for infected insect bite thanks to scheme
A Southampton woman was able to receive treatment for an infected insect bite at her local pharmacy thanks to a new scheme. Viv O’Connor noticed her bite had become red and inflamed, so visited her the pharmacy in Lordshill for advice. The
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'What dreams are made of' - Harwood-Bellis reveals ambition after England debut goal
SAINTS defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis admitted he lived out his dream by scoring on his England debut. Harwood-Bellis headed in England's fifth goal in a 5-0 thrashing of Ireland at Wembley Stadium on Sunday evening having come on to replace former
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Huge 1,000-acre nature reserve to be created on a farm in the New Forest
A new scheme to boost biodiversity and tackle nitrate pollution will be launched in the New Forest. Kingwell (Aubrey) Limited has announced the Keyhaven Natural Capital Scheme, which will be based on its 605-acre farm at Keyhaven, near Milford
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Corrie favourite swaps the cobbles for the stage in Mayflower world premiere
The Coronation Street star who bid a fond farewell to the soap just weeks ago will lead a star-studded cast for a stage world premiere in Southampton. The 2024 National Television Award winning actor Peter Ash, who played Corrie favourite Paul
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Locals recommend their favourite Southampton city centre pubs for a quiet pint
Southampton's city centre has a wide variety of pubs that suit a range of needs, with some favouring a quieter venue. For some the prospect of sitting down to read a book whilst nursing a pint without too much background noise is the perfect way
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Mosaic unveiled in Southampton to celebrate city’s diversity
A mosaic has been unveiled at Southampton Central Library, celebrating diversity within the city and showcasing Southampton as a city of sanctuary. Measuring eight feet by four feet and weighing 40kg, the artwork was unveiled by the Lord Mayor
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Player-mentor Reeves outlines ambition to help Saints regain academy reputation
BEN Reeves is back at Southampton, but this time, he has a different goal. A lot has changed at Staplewood since the academy graduate left the club for pastures new over a decade ago. As he explains, "There is six new pitches here now; the dome
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Mother Goose comes to HMS Sultan for panto season
The panto season has arrived at HMS Sultan. Running from Thursday, November 21, to Sunday, November 24, the Sultan Theatre Group presents Mother Goose. The family-friendly pantomime will feature a mix of RN serving members, MOD civil servants
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Creating games that make people read, think and laugh - SO: Cultured
Most of us remember, as kids, huddling around the TV with friends or siblings, acting out pretend adventures, building forts from cushions and duvets and generally doing anything we could to make each other laugh. Well, thirty years later my brother
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Sex offender dies at probation premises
A sex offender has died at probation premises - the first death since 2009. William Smith, 62, died at approved premises on Landguard Road to rehabilitate ex-offenders on October 1, 2023. He died of a heart attack and had a history of heart
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Drone display stuns crowds as bright images fill the sky
Crowds were left stunned at the Utilita Bowl on Saturday night after a drone show spectacle that lit up the night sky. On November 16, hundreds of animated drone lights told a story from the dawn of time to the modern day in an immersive show.
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New Forest named most expensive national park to live in
The New Forest has been named the most expensive national park to live in. Data from Nationwide, the Office for National Statistics, and National Parks UK indicates that the average property price in the New Forest is £576,000. This is significantly
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Hampshire school celebrates languages with workshops and dance
Pupils at a Hampshire school celebrated a 'Language and Culture Day' with dance and workshops. King Edward VI Preparatory School, in Romsey, hosted the biennial event on Thursday. The day had workshops in Mandarin Chinese, Swedish and Ukrainian
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Plans for another traveller pitch to be built off of busy road
Plans have been submitted for another traveller pitch off of Allington Lane in Fair Oak. The application submitted to Eastleigh Borough Council refers to the plan as a ‘gypsy pitch and dayroom’. This comes after 10 traveller pitches to house
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Council criticised for £200k job advert while being 'on edge of bankruptcy’
Southampton City Council has been criticised for offering £200,000 a year for its top job, despite ‘teetering on the edge of bankruptcy’. But the leader of the council has defended the salary for the chief executive position, saying it is competitive
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Major Totton road hit by weeks of temporary traffic lights
Drivers in Totton are being warned as SGN are undertaking emergency gas works that are likely to cause long delays. Salisbury Road in Totton has been hit by temporary traffic lights as SGN undertakes work to replace the gas main. Despite
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Demotion of eyesore blocks of flats left empty since 2011 continues
Pictures show progress of the demolition of several eyesore blocks of flats in Southampton. Demolition of the blocks in Townhill Park, that have remained untouched since 2011and fallen into severe disrepair, began in September. The scheme has
