Archive Wednesday 26 March 2025
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Saints cult hero Wanyama makes shock move to Scottish Championship club
FORMER Saints midfielder Victor Wanyama has made a shock transfer to Scottish Championship side Dunfermline. Wanyama, 33, has reunited with Neil Lennon after the Kenya international played under the new Pars boss at Celtic between 2011 and 2013
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Dancing on Ice to be 'rested' with 'no plans of another series' ITV reveals
Dancing on Ice has been axed after 17 seasons, ITV has been revealed. The decision comes after ratings numbers "dwindled" in 2025, according to The Sun. The ITV reality series started back on January 14, 2006 and initially ended on March 9,
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Councillors react to planned closure of town's Morrisons store
Councillors have raised concerns over plans to close a Morrisons supermarket in Romsey. On Monday Morrisons announced it was closing 17 convenience stores along with a series of other closures. Romsey's Cornmarket shop is among those listed.
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New campaign launched to tackle rising number of police officer suicides
A new campaign has been launched to tackle the rising number of police officer suicides. The STEP – Suicide Trauma Education Prevention – campaign aims to raise awareness of the daily trauma officers face and where they can access support.
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MP warns Solent swimmers are bathing among cigarette stubs in push for new ban
A Hampshire MP has warned that people could be "swimming around" cigarettes butts in the Solent as she pushed for a new ban on plastic filters. Dame Caroline Dinenage has suggested that her proposed ban on plastic cigarette filters could prevent
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Police search for man alleged to have threatened shop workers with knife
Police are searching for a man who is alleged to have brandished a knife and threatened staff at shops in Southampton A man entered the One Stop store on Park Road at about 8.40pm on Wednesday, March 19, and allegedly made threats with what was
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'Labour have broken my heart' - Southampton councillor quits party
A Southampton councillor has quit Labour after six years to defect to the Green Party. Councillor Matt Renyard, who represents Coxford, announced his decision to defect today, after being involved with the party for 15 years. The ward member
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King praises regional journalists as Daily Echo attends Buckingham Palace
The King has praised regional media at a reception attended by journalists from the Daily Echo. Chief reporter Chris Yandell and court reporter Maya George, alongside Editor Ben Fishwick, were at Buckingham Palace this evening. King Charles
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Southampton teens arrested after burglaries across Hampshire
Two teenagers from Southampton have been arrested following a series of burglaries and attempted burglaries in Hampshire. Hampshire Constabulary confirmed on Wednesday that an 18-year-old man from Southampton and a 17-year-old boy, also from Southampton
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Police issue appeal after £1,300 'health and beauty tablet' shoplifting spree
Police have released CCTV images of two men they want to speak to after more than £1,000 in health and beauty tablets were stolen from a Tesco Express. The theft happened at Tesco Express, Brookley Road, Brockenhurst, where £1,300 worth of health
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Man arrested after pensioner reportedly scammed out of £6,000 by fake police officer
A man is alleged to have impersonated a police office and scammed a pensioner out of £6,000. Officers investigating the scam have today arrested a man in connection with the incident. On January 14, a man in his 80s was reportedly deceived
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Minister praises Southampton for 'maritime innovation' at summit
A government minister has praised Southampton for its "maritime innovation" yesterday at a conference which is bring together leaders from the industry. While Ocean Cruise Terminal will welcome Fred. Olsen’s Balmoral cruise ship next Tuesday, for
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Army troops seen and machine gun fire heard in 'training exercise' on Hampshire beach
A photographer has captured Hampshire soldiers in action during a beach training exercise. Daily Echo Camera Club member Lee Churchill was snapping birds in Titchfield on Sunday when he witnessed a military training exercise in action. Mr Churchill
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Police release CCTV photo after M&S steaks stolen from store
Police are looking to speak to a man in connection with a shoplifting that saw £60 worth of steaks stolen from M&S. The steaks were reportedly stolen from Marks & Spencer on Coles Close in Eastleigh. The theft occurred around 5.17pm on
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Possible new walking and cycling routes across the county unveiled
More than 36 potential new walking and cycling routes have been identified in Test Valley and East Hampshire under new plans. Local cycling and walking infrastructure plans (LCWIPs) are strategic documents that outline potential future improvements
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Home that was 'blight' on people's lives will stay shut for another 3 months
A home in Southampton previously described as a 'blight' on people's lives will remain shut for a further three months after having its closure order extended. Magistrates granted a three-month closure for a property in Station Road, Sholing, in
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'Seemed okay' - England's Carsley issued positive update on Harwood-Bellis
ENGLAND under-21 boss Lee Carsley admitted Taylor Harwood-Bellis "seemed okay" as he played down the seriousness of his injury. Harwood-Bellis suffered an injury in the second-half on Friday night and, despite trying to play on, was replaced by
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Hampshire Chamber of Commerce welcomes £2.2bn defence boost in spring statement
A £2.2 billion boost in defence spending will directly benefit Hampshire according to the Chamber of Commerce. Ross McNally, chief executive and executive chairman of Hampshire Chamber of Commerce, said the Chancellor's spring statement is set
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"Deepest condolences" for family of dead baby as police end investigation
Condolences have been shared with the family of a 12-day-old baby who tragically died at a Southampton tower block, as police end their investigation. Neighbours at Millbrook Towers were left speechless after emergency services were called to the
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Martin was right in rant about homegrown players - Dibling criticism is unfair
FORMER boss Russell Martin was not afraid to speak his mind during his Saints tenure and a lot of it indicated frustration and resent. Martin would be the first to admit he had a chip on his shoulder, but it helped drive him to a career that boasted
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Southampton cruise ship announced to join huge flotilla of ships
Queen Mary 2 is set to join America’s 250th anniversary celebrations in New York next year. On Tuesday, Cunard announced a new partnership with Sail4th 250, a non-profit organisation overseeing celebrations in the Port of New York and New Jersey
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Your chance to win tickets to the ‘UK’s last affordable camping festival’
Grab your wellies because here’s your chance to win tickets to the ‘UK’s last affordable camping festival’ this year! UK festival prices are continuing to soar which makes it a hard task for families to find a fun, safe but budget friendly event
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Police shut down investigation into death of 12-day-old baby at tower block
The investigation into the death of a 12-day-old baby at a Southampton tower block has now ended, police have confirmed. Neighbours at Millbrook Towers were left speechless after emergency services were called to the tower block on the morning
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Saints reportedly set to demand 'more than £100million' for Dibling sale
SAINTS are reportedly preparing to demand a staggering transfer fee of over £100million for highly-rated youngster Tyler Dibling. The 19 year old academy graduate is said to have strong interest from Premier League giants Tottenham Hotspur and
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Saints handed home tie in Premier League Cup quarter-final
SAINTS under-21s are set to face Charlton Athletic in the Premier League Cup quarter-finals, with the crucial clash taking place at Staplewood Campus. They will host the Under-21 Professional Development League side at 2pm on Saturday, March 29
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Live M27 updates as 'severe' delays slows commuter traffic
9:05am The congestion appears to have eased now, and traffic has returned to normal. Thank you for reading our
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Developer backs out of plans to knock down warehouses in bid for new homes
Plans to knock down warehouses and build nine houses in their place have been thrown out this week. Holburne Development Company Limited submitted documents to demolish existing commercial buildings currently used by Travis Perkins and City Plumbing
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Scouts leader carried out campaign of harassment against ex-partner
A Scout leader carried out a campaign of harassment against his ex-partner – but claimed in court he called her “a rag” and not a prostitute. Francisco Fraga, 44, spewed vile insults and abuse when the pair met weekly to pick up and collect the
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Historic steam locomotive returns after £1.2m restoration
A historic wartime steam locomotive has returned to Hampshire after a 14-year restoration. The Bulleid engine, 35005 Canadian Pacific, was built in 1941 in Eastleigh and played a crucial role during World War Two. After falling into disrepair
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'Secretive' and 'difficult to see' bird of prey spotted in flight
A bird of prey labelled "secretive" and "difficult to see" has been spotted in Hampshire over the weekend. Daily Echo Camera Club member Chris Cowell was almost caught off-guard while taking pictures outside Winchester. The wildlife photographer
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This picture postcard countryside cottage could be yours for £500,000
This picture postcard cottage surrounded by Hampshire countryside could be yours for just under £500,000. Charming Grade II listed Embley Cottage is full of character, boasts a delightful rear garden and sits in the picturesque village of West
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'Exceptional' port volunteers scoop national tourism award
A team of volunteers who greet visitors at Southampton's port has won a highly-coveted national tourism award. The Southampton Saints are made up of 13 volunteers and aims to improve the cruise passenger welcome into the city. Last year, the
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School announces ban on smartphones in Year 7 from September
A school is planning to only allow non-smartphones for Year 7 pupils from September 2025. Ringwood School has announced the new policy due to concerns about the negative impact of smartphones on young people's mental health. This decision came
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New kitchenware brand set to move into Westquay
Westquay is set to get a dedicated kitchenware shop as a new brand is set to open in the shopping centre next month. ProCook is set to open its 67th store in April with an outlet in Westquay, creating eight jobs within Southampton. The shop
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Unearthing Southampton's public executions
Southampton once bore witness to a starker form of public life - the spectacle of public execution. From the heights of Southampton Common to the edge of the waterfront, these grim events, intended to deter crime and assert state authority, offer
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Runners to play chess throughout ABP Southampton Marathon 10k
They're the chess mates set to play the game throughout a charity 10k at next month's ABP Southampton Marathon. Kevin Sawers, from Bitterne, has found a fellow runner and chess enthusiast to join him in aid of a city charity, thanks to the Daily
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Petition launched to stop sinking of ship with historic links to Southampton
A petition has been launched to save an iconic cruise ship with links to Southampton which is due to be sunk to create the world’s largest artificial reef. Plans are in place for the SS United States to be sunk to create the worlds largest coral
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Petition to stop bus gate must be debated by council after milestone
A resident-led petition calling for the immediate suspension of the Portswood bus gate trial must now be seen by Southampton City Council after passing a major milestone. Organisers of the e-petition believe that the Portswood Road trial has put
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Woman, 31, admits stealing £1k of men's cosmetics from Boots
The following cases were heard at Southampton Magistrates' Court: PAUL CHIVERS, 31, of Cawte Road, Southampton, pleaded guilty to stealing, jointly with another, goods valued at £261.46 from One Beyond in Portsmouth on October 2 2024. One-year
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'Horrified' dad finds 'mouldy and rotten' rice in Tesco packet
A dad was left shocked and feeling physically sick after he cooked rice to find it riddled with what looks like mould. Brandon Ballard said the smell from the microwaveable pouch of Tesco own-brand rice was so bad he thought it was his cat's litter
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Saints legend to open new charity shop in town
Southampton football legend Matt Le Tissier is set to open Oakhaven Hospice's new charity shop. The star will join Lymington and Pennington Town Mayor Jack Davies, as well as the BBC TV's The Repair Shop stars The Teddy Bear Ladies, at the launch
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Mums go free and other special offers for Mother's Day this weekend
There's plenty of ways to bring a smile to mum's face this Mother's Day that don't cost the earth. Here's a few suggestions of wonderful ways to spend quality time together while bagging a bargain in the process. Read on for inspiration.
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Petitioners welcome decision to keep Stubbington open
Petitioners have welcomed the decision to keep Stubbington Study Centre open and said they feel heard and that democracy has “worked for them”. In a unanimous decision, Hampshire County Council’s cabinet opted to keep Stubbington Study Centre open
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Southampton farm 'excited' to welcome new birds of prey
A farm in Southampton has welcomed four new birds of prey, including a new Indian scops owl. The other three residents are an eagle owl, a Harris hawk, and a barn owl. Gizmo, a six-year-old Indian scops owl, thrives on a diet of insects, small
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Happiest secondary schools in Southampton ranked by Ofsted
The happiest secondary schools in Southampton have been ranked by Ofsted. It comes after The Sunday Times looked at Parent View analysis, surveys that parents fill out on Ofsted's website about their children's schools, between 2020 and 2025.
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Disruption warning over local council merger plans
There are more warnings that a major shake-up of Hampshire’s councils will bring disruption and uncertainty – though there could eventually be some benefits. It comes as Hampshire County Council approved the joint submission of the interim local
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Hampshire needs city to prosper in bid for growth
The Hampshire and Solent region needs Southampton to do well, the city council’s leader has insisted. Cllr Lorna Fielker said Southampton was an “important regional centre” and a “unique investment opportunity”. Earlier this year, a Renaissance
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Man admits having hundreds of vile sexual pictures - including of a live horse
A man who built a collection of nearly 900 indecent images, including an extreme pornographic image involving a sexual act with a horse, appeared in court. Anthony Bowden, 52, spoke only to confirm his name, address and to enter his pleas to five
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'Appalling': Pensioner slams council as abandoned car rooted to the spot for a year
A pensioner has said it’s “appalling” that a vehicle has been left abandoned on a street in Shirley for more than a year. A silver Hyundai Sonata has been motionless beside the car park of St James Road Methodist Church, in Bramston Road, for more
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'He shaped my mentality' - Kamaldeen backs former boss Martin to have 'great career'
SAINTS forward Kamaldeen Sulemana has backed former boss Russell Martin to have a "great career" despite his struggles under him. Dynamic Kamaldeen admitted he is not "the ultimate player" for the possession-obsessed manager as he lifted the lid
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Roadworks set to take place for seven days
Roadworks are set to begin on Rownhams Lane near North Baddesley. Hampshire County Council will carry out the work from Friday, March 28, to Thursday, April 4. The council's crews will be working on crack sealing and surface dressing between
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Reopening date for busy road revealed after traffic chaos
A major set of roadworks in the city are set to soon be completed - and Southampton City Council have earmarked a date. The works on Bitterne Road East have been progressing well, according to the council, but have caused delays and disruption
