Rubbish changes were announced for New Forest residents, as British Airways flights from Southampton were grounded in September.

You may be thinking “bin there, done that” as we revisit these headlines, but join us as we recap on the month.

At the start of the month, we revealed the number of norovirus cases recorded onboard P&O’s Ventura across 11 sailings – and the number was big.

The virus struck passengers earlier this year, sparking concerns about hygiene and cleanliness onboard.

Between February and June this year some 1,041 people were affected by the virus.

Meanwhile, city residents fought for a place with the stars as a new Hollywood feature film was cast in Southampton.

From the bright lights of Westquay to the brighter lights of the movie screen, thousands of people were keen to read more about the casting.

In less glamourous news, New Forest Council revealed changes to bin collection services.

The aim of the changes was to improve recycling and reduce waste.

One week later, we reported on the unexpected news that British Airways flights from Southampton Airport would be permanently grounded.

The international airline suspended all summer 2025 flights from the airport, a year after the controversial runway extension was completed.

A reason for the shock move was not given.

More travel news hit headlines after it was announced work on the M3 at junction nine near Winchester would start in October.

The work formed part of the wider project that is expected to cost £190 to £210 million, with vegetation management and compound construction earmarked for October.

The work is expected to complete at some time between 2025 and 2030.

A car owner spoke out about the fact he could be fined for parking on his own driveway in Harefield.

Maciej Gawlik, who has lived on Mansfield Park Street for eight years, was issued the warning by Southampton City Council parking wardens.

He, along with other residents, described being “targeted” by the council.

They were not the only angry residents this month, with Halifax customer David Drew left without access to his savings account.

The wheelchair-bound 90-year-old was turned away from his local branch in Bitterne precinct.

This left him in fear of not being able to pay his £5,600 monthly care home fees.

The issue was resolved after the Echo contacted Halifax.