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Dragged, beaten, and thrown in a ditch: Gardener's violent assault Lymington widow Mary Fudge had been visiting her elderly motherwhen a man suddenly sprang out from a hedge and forcefully grabbed her. "Swing Your Pants!": How one Southampton mod became a 90s TV Icon It was in 1970s Southampton when a young Mod named Trevor Williams, amid a sea of scooters and sharp suits, embarked on a journey that would lead him from the city's bustling streets to the screens of Saturday morning television. Do you remember Southampton's wonky Christmas tree which took the city by storm? Forget the Leaning Tower of Pisa, Southampton had its very own tilted festive marvel in 2018. Jane Austen's desk soon to be on display in Southampton's God's House Tower Jane Austen spent most of her life in the county, with her formative years, writing career, and final resting place all located within its borders. Then and now: What happened to Southampton's favourite cinemas of years gone by? Southampton, a city steeped in maritime history and the vibrant energy of a modern port, was once a haven for the silver screen too. Southampton's memorable celebrity Christmas lights switch ons - remember them? Every year, as the first whispers of winter begin to chill the air, the people of Southampton embark on a cherished tradition. Totton Youth Club's golden era when they ruled Southampton football Almost 70 years ago, in the heart of Southampton's vibrant youth football scene, one team stood head and shoulders above the rest: Totton Youth Club. Heartbreaking death of Victor the giraffe at Marwell Zoo the story of Victor, the giraffe who captivated the world nearly five decades ago, could have easily been a tale of slapstick comedy, if not for its devastatingly tragic end. Amazing history of a Bitterne club which dates back 111 years In the heart of Bitterne, a vibrant community spirit has thrived for more than a century, thanks to the establishment of the Bitterne Conservative and Unionist Club. Read more

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