Archive Saturday 5 July 2025
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A pacy 6ft 3 striker with a strong eye for goal - what will Downs add to Saints?
DAMION Downs is set to become Saints' second summer signing, and is expected at Staplewood on Tuesday to formalise his move from FC Köln. The striker is currently away with the US national team, playing under former Saints boss Mauricio Pochettino
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'Extraordinary tribute to one of a kind’ Bluestar boss after cancer diagonsis
Family, friends and colleagues of Andrew Wickham MBE, gathered recently to honour the late Go South Coast managing director with an "extraordinary" farewell. Andrew, who died last month following a long battle with illness, remained in post and
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Motorcyclist, 17, dies in crash with car
A teenage boy from Southampton has died in a crash with a car. The 17-year-old was riding a yellow Kawasaki when it collided with a Vauxhall Insignia at 11pm on Friday night. Officers now want anyone with information to come forward.
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Still admits Saints must sell players before making signings this summer
NEW manager Will Still admitted Saints need to trim their squad before they make further additions ahead of the 2025/26 Championship season. Still confessed that money is not the main factor behind the need to sell players, instead citing a desire
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Man damaged casino door and window after being denied entry, police say
A man reportedly damaged the door and window of a casino after being denied entry. Police are investigating the incident of criminal damage to Admiral Casino on Portswood Road, Southampton. The man tried to force entry after being refused due
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'Develop myself' - Saints sign Northern Ireland starlet to scholarship terms
SAINTS have announced the signing of Calum Anderson to the club’s Academy from Northern Irish side Linfield. Anderson has agreed to sign a deal with the club that will see him join the scholarship programme in the 2025/26 season. The 16 year
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Police issue image after man 'racially abused on bus'
Police are investigating a report of racially aggravated abuse on a bus. The incident took place on a First Bus number 28 service between Fareham and Whiteley. It is reported that a man was racially abused by another man between 7.20am and
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Crestwood Community School Prom 2025 - all our fantastic pictures
More than 200 students turned out to Crestwood Community School's 2025 Prom. Students arrived in fancy dresses and supercars to celebrate the end of their studies. Here is a picture gallery of the
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Saints Women to host fans' forum at the Dell next week
SAINTS Women are holding a fans' forum at the Dell on Wednesday, July 9, giving supporters the change to ask key questions about the club. The fans' forum will start at 7:30PP, straight after a screening the England vs Netherlands in the Women's
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'Really exciting season' - Saints land former Charlton duo as squad rebuild continues
SAINTS Women have signed former Charlton Athletic duo Ellie Brazil and Mary Bashford ahead of the 2025/26 WSL2 (Championship) campaign. Brazil and Bashford have made the move to St Mary's following the end of their contracts with the Addicks, and
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Former Saints striker Austin departs AFC Totton after winning promotion
FORMER Saints striker Charlie Austin has left recently promoted National League South side AFC Totton. Austin has called time on his Stags career after one season, in which he helped the SO40 side win promotion via the play-offs. The 36 year
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Red Funnel to cancel sailings due to 'necessary repair works'
Red Funnel has announced disruptions to some of its ferry services in the days ahead. Due to necessary repair works on the passenger gangway of Red Eagle, the company says "it has been necessary to cancel sailings". This coming Wednesday, July
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Search launched to find missing girl, 17, last seen in Eastleigh
Police have launched an appeal to find a 17-year-old girl last seen in Eastleigh. Kayleigh was last seen just after 12pm yesterday, July 4, in the Hoddinott Road area of Eastleigh. Police believe she may have attended Places Leisure at some
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Aldi thanks Hampshire customers for helping raise £12m for charity
Aldi has thanked its Hampshire customers for helping the supermarket raise £12m for Teenage Cancer Trust. Since the partnership with the charity began in 2017, Aldi colleagues in Hampshire have participated in various fundraising activities.
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Can my neighbour film me in my garden? Here's the rules and what the law says
A garden is a source of privacy for many people, so the idea of being filmed there may seem out of the question. With smartphones, doorbell cameras and home security systems becoming more common, a growing number of people are asking whether your
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Quiz legend Kevin Ashman to host Eastleigh charity quiz night
Quiz legend Kevin Ashman is set to host a charity quiz night in Eastleigh. The Eggheads star, known as ‘The Grandmaster’, will take the stage at The Big Quiz 2025 in support of Wessex Cancer Support. The event will be held at the Concorde Club
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The tucked away little gem of a pub with 'stupidly cheap' prices
It's the family run 'little gem' of a 'tucked away' pub with 'stupidly cheap' prices. Sarah and David Whitehead have been back at the helm of The Crown Inn at Highfield, this time with their own names above the door, for seven weeks. Their
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Family home in Chandler’s Ford on the market for £400k
A three-bedroom end terrace house in a sought-after area of Chandler's Ford is on the market for £400,000. Situated in the leafy streets of Knightwood, this property offers style and practicality, according to estate agents, Rowe and Co. The
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Food festivals this summer you won't want to miss
If there’s one thing I’ve learned in my time with Hampshire Fare, it’s this: Hampshire knows how to throw a good food festival. Whether it’s a bustling country show or a relaxed local market, our county comes alive in the summer months with events
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Independent school praised for 'exceptionally positive' inspection
An independent school in the New Forest has been praised and branded 'ambitious' in an inspection. Ballard School in New Milton was commended by inspectors from the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) for its teaching, pupil behaviour and broad
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Community cycling champion scoops special 'yellow jersey' award
Cycling has changed her life - and now she's got the yellow jersey to prove it. 41-year-old Laura Osborne, a Southampton single mum, has been awarded the Real Yellow Jersey Award by Cycling UK, not for top-tier athleticism as the leader of the
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MP explains welfare reform vote after demanding change at first hurdle
One of Southampton’s MPs has explained why he backed a watered-down welfare bill after demanding change at the first hurdle. Darren Paffey, Labour MP for Southampton Itchen, was among the 335 who voted for the reformed bill on Tuesday night.
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Owner confirms popular pub is looking for third landlord in as many years
The owner of a pub, which has suddenly closed after not even a year of trading, has confirmed that it is looking for a new licensee. The Windsor Castle shockingly shut down at 5pm on June 27, despite only reopening in October after being vacant
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Councillor says travellers had to 'dig with spades' to get into green space
A councillor has suggested that travellers used "spades" to remove a "mound" put in place to stop vehicles from entering a popular dog walking field in Totton. More than ten caravans rolled into Eling Recreation Ground on Wednesday night, which
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Shock and fear after intense police standoff
Southampton residents were evacuated from their homes during a tense police standoff after a man "threatened to blow up a home". Armed police, the fire service and ambulances were all called to the scene at Milton Road in the Polygon at around
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Boy racer, 10, raises hundreds for charity at school fete
A boy racer has raised hundreds of pounds at his school fete with his racecar. William Thomas, ten, races his car at Tongham Motor Club at Alton and also in Ringwood. He decided he wanted to raise money for The Second Chance Children's Charity
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Highest-earning councillors revealed as one leader paid nearly £50k
The highest-earning councillors have been revealed, as one local authority leader was paid more than £49,000. Councils in and around Southampton published their annual allowances report for the 2024/25 financial year. Southampton City Council
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Mercedes driver clocked at 125mph spared ban
A Mercedes driver who was clocked driving at 125mph has been spared a driving ban. Carl Russell was travelling at 55mph more than the speed limit on the M27 eastbound. He was recorded driving at the incredible speed between junctions three
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Woman admits fleeing petrol station without paying for fuel
A woman has admitted fleeing from a petrol station without paying for her fuel. On two separate occasions, Naomi Lennards did not pay after filling her tank with petrol. She made off without providing payment twice in a single week, Southampton
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Non-students can stay in student flat block over the summer as plans approved
Permission has been granted for a block of students flat in the centre of Southampton to allow non-students to stay over the summer season. When planning permission was first sought for the construction of Student Roost on Vincent's Walk, a certain
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Military veterans from Hampshire raise thousands for charity by cycling to Belgium
A group of military veterans from Hampshire have raised more than £4,000 for Combat Stress by cycling to Belgium. Eight veterans from Lee-on-the-Solent, who served across the Royal Navy, army, and Royal Marines, travelled to Calais in northern
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Speeder given reduced ban as disqualification could ‘affect business’
A speeder caught at 100mph on a busy motorway has been given a reduced ban. Lee David’s business could “face failure” if he was given a long driving disqualification, Southampton Magistrates’ Court heard. The 65-year-old was caught driving
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Plans approved to transform listed chain pub inside and out
A Harvester pub inside a listed building will soon be renovated inside and out as plans have been approved. The chain pub at Ham Farm, positioned at Twyford Road, is set to undergo a series of internal and external changes, which the application
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Port seeks licence renewal for vital maintenance dredging
Associated British Ports (ABP) Southampton is seeking a licence renewal for crucial maintenance dredging operations. The application to the Marine Management Organisation aims to ensure safe navigation within Southampton's busy port and its approaches
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Family fun day raises an incredible £23,500 to support hospice
A family fun day has raised more than £23,500 to support hospice care. Oakhaven Hospice in Lymington hosted the event on June 28, attracting more than 1,200 visitors from across the New Forest, Totton, and Waterside areas. The circus-themed
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Gardening boost for Southampton City Farm thanks to Dobbies Garden Centre
A project in Southampton has been chosen to receive support from Dobbies Garden Centres. As part of the 2025 gardening campaign, Dobbies Garden Centres selected local charities and community organisations, including schools, nurseries, care homes
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Record-breaking sales at motorhome summer spectacular
It was a record-breaking weekend all round as the Dolphin Motorhomes Summer Spectacular returned, this time at the new venue of the Exbury Club in the New Forest. The event delivered the highest number of sales ever and attracted the highest number
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Letting your kids go out on their own? This is the advice from the NSPCC
Parents thinking of letting their children out on their own are being urged to follow the NSPCC's advice. Knowing when is the right time to let your children out on their own can be a difficult choice for many parents. Whether its playing
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'Baby' shark found washed up on beach near Southampton
A "baby" shark has washed up on the shores of a beach near Southampton and the New Forest. Chloe Lucas said she was just walking across Lepe beach, situated on the edge of the forest, when she saw the finned animal lying on the sand and stones.
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Popular family-run Italian restaurant near waterfront up for sale
A popular family-run Italian restaurant near the waterfront has hit the market for nearly half a million pounds. Bobby's Italian Restaurant on Stoke Road in Gosport has been listed for £495,000, with the freehold of the building going up for sale
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Benali recalls memories of pre-season and sets challenge for Saints youngsters
EVERY summer, when players return for pre-season, I'm reminded how much more relaxing my summers are now than they were during my playing career. While footballers are eager to get back to playing, they often dread pre-season, especially when it
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Oil refinery warns of blue flaring 'over coming days'
The bosses at Fawley oil refinery has warned that it will be burning blue flares "over the coming days". ExxonMobil, the company that runs the New Forest oil refinery, took to social media today to inform residents of the work, ensuring followers
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Major cruise ship set to sail into Southampton for the first time
A major cruise ship that can carry almost 3,000 passengers is set to be sailing into Southampton waters for the first time. Norwegian Jewel will be coming to Southampton for the first time in the ships history this September. The ship will
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Shirley a ‘magnet’ for rubbish as fly-tippers strike again
A Shirley resident has branded the area a magnet for rubbish as fly-tippers have repeatedly targeted a section of road on Foyes Corner, just off Shirley Road. Tony Weafer, founder of community group Shirley and Freemantle Watch, told the Echo that
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The top hotel head chef who has been cooking up a storm since the age of eight
He's the top Southampton hotel head chef who has been cooking up a storm in Hampshire and elsewhere since the age of eight. Russell Haydon, of Leonardo Bar and Grill at the Leonardo Hotel Southampton, talks yacht clubs, curry and cheese in our
