If a lack of goals in first team matches has proven frustrating for Saints fans of late, then those who ventured out to support the under-21s in action at St Mary’s could not register such a complaint. Four goals in double quick time against Derby
FOLLOWING a huge response to the I Want to Play at Common People competition, which saw more than 100 Hampshire-based acts enter for the chance to perform at the inaugural Common People festival, a panel of music experts have whittled down entries
FORMER convent schoolgirls Lizzy and Catherine Ward Thomas from rural Hampshire are the unlikely bright new stars of country music – both in the UK and in Nashville. The 20-year-old non-identical twin sisters, from Liss, near Petersfield, won Album
Progressive rock pioneer Ian Anderson has announced a six-date UK tour this autumn, including a stop-off in Hampshire. Titled Jethro Tull – The Rock Opera it visits The Anvil in Basingstoke on September 8. Tickets go on sale on March 9. The
WITH influences reaching as far as Brian Eno and Squarepusher, it’s safe to expect the unexpected when experiencing the acid-jazz pop of rising trio GoGo Penguin. The Manchester-based threesome have continued to evolve in the most exciting way
A CHURCH minister was left disgusted after discovering thieves had broken into her car and stolen her handbag – while she conducted a funeral service. Margaret Hoadley, who regularly conducts services at Southampton Crematorium, said she
A HAMPSHIRE based party has been banned in the run up to the election - over the word crumpet. The Beer, Baccy and Crumpet Party, which was founded by Hedge End pensioner Ray Hall, has been removed from the register of political parties by election
Richard Bland is one shot off the lead after the first round of the Africa Open. The Stoneham ace shot four-under-par on the opening day, as his good form continued. Bland came close to winning this event last year, and will have hopes again
POLICE investigating the circumstances surrounding a sudden death have named the dead pensioner. He is 72-year-old William James Maguire. As reported, the man’s body was found in a garage on Monday night. Following the discovery in Green
Having written previously on the distinction between tax evasion and tax avoidance which is an issue that Echo editor Ian Murray recently commented on, I read a letter in the paper last week which stated that tax avoidance cost the Exchequer £34 billion
Young people in Southampton have been betrayed by the Tory and Lib Dem Government. From the closing of Surestart centres and the trebling of tuition fees through to declining training opportunities and rising housing costs, no generation has been
A HEARTBROKEN cat owner in Ringwood is urging people to make sure they do all they can to help reunite missing animals with their families after her pet went missing and she only found out where he was after he had been killed, over a year later.
ONE of the world’s biggest defence firms has signed a pledge at a ceremony in Hampshire to support the armed services. BAE Systems put pen to paper and signed a revised Armed Forces Corporate Covenant at an event hosted on board HMS Iron Duke.
Motor racing legend Sir Stirling Moss got back behind the wheel during a visit to Hampshire today. The 85-year-old climbed into a BRM V16 after opening a motor racing gallery at the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu. The car finished fifth in
THE rise of police wearing concealed video cameras is slashing violent offences in Hampshire, it can be revealed. Incidents of assault crimes and public order have plummeted by nearly 20 per cent since the county/s officers began wearing Body-Worn
HE WAS so attached to memories of sweaty nights out that he drove for 15 hours for the chance to re-live his past. Des Pirkhoffer camped outside of the Frog and Frigate last night in a pop up tent, having driven from Austria to be here for its
A MUM returned home from the school run to find evidence of an attempted break in. Clear tool marks were noticed on the door of her home in Baddesley Road, Chandlers Ford. Police are asking members of the public who may have been in that area
THE murder trial of Pennie Davis has been adjourned for the day. No evidence will be heard today due to legal discussions over a point of law. The jury were told they would not be needed today and to return tomorrow morning for a 10am start
A PENSIONER who crashed into a bench in a busy city street has died. The 69-year-old driver had been taken ill behind the wheel of his Hyundai IX35. He was taken to Southampton General Hospital after his car veered off the Shirlely High Street
Saints have begun their team-building trip to Switzerland, in the spectacular surroundings of Davos. The club's manager Ronald Koeman this morning posted a photo on Twitter of himself with some of the players and coaching staff in front of a snow-topped
Saints are keen on signing Rayo Vallecano striker Alberto Bueno on a free transfer this summer, according to the Daily Mirror. The 26-year-old is out of contract at the end of the season, with Inter Milan and Wolfsburg also said to be interested
BOSSES at a Southampton music venue say they have been forced to launch a bid to stay open until 4am due to a new tax imposed on bars and clubs by the city council. The owners of 1865 will face licensing chiefs today, saying the fee they have to
FIREFIGHTERS rescued an elderly women from a Winchester flat after a discarded cigarette caught fire. The woman, thought to be in her 80s, was led to safety from her second-floor flat at Richard Moss House sheltered housing in St Peter Street at
A CAR and bike have collided on a busy Hampshire road this morning causing major delays for commuters. South Central Ambulance and Hampshire police were called to the scene in Maunsell Way, Hedge End at 7.20am. A spokesperson for Hampshire
A Southampton teenager who went missing from his home for five days has been found. Police issued an appeal to find for 16-year-old Aaron Harvey-Ellis who left his home on Union Road around 12.30am on Friday, February 27. But today a spokesman
AFTER months of work it was lights, camera and fashion for Hampshire college students. Barton Peveril Fashion Show 2015 - in pictures >> Previous Barton Peveril Fashion Shows - in pictures >> More than 80 models
SCHOOLS across Hampshire will be taking part in World Book Day today. World Book Day 2015 - in pictures >> It's a national event encouraging children to dive into the fictional world of literature. Gruffalos, Peppa Pigs and
Rising star Evelyna Johnson was Southampton Diving Academy’s sole medallist in the Armada Cup in Plymouth. She won the bronze in the 12/13 years 3m springboard event in a competitive field of 31 divers. Evelyna performed three outstanding dives
RISING sailing star Sam Matson has received a welcome boost to his 2015 campaign after signing a lucrative sponsorship deal ahead of his first solo race of the year. Matson, 24, has teamed up with top deck shoe brand Chatham for his forthcoming
Sarisbury Athletic are through to the ECB national indoor six-a-side championship finals at Lord’s on Sunday week, March 15. The Southern Electric Premier Division newcomers won the south regional finals, beating Essex club South Woodford and Sandwich
THE organisers of Bart’s Bash, the tribute event to tragic Olympian Andrew ‘Bart’ Simpson, have revealed plans to make it the largest sporting event in the world. More than 30,000 people worldwide hit the water for last year’s event, in honour
Sir Keith Mills is excited to be bringing the America’s Cup to British waters this summer for the first time in 164 years – a World Series event he believes will prove just the start, thanks to his confidence in fellow knight Ben Ainslie. The America
Fed up residents have accused a housing association of “lining their own pockets” after too many permits were issued on Winchester streets. They say that more than 60 passes have been issued but there are only 20 spaces, leaving families with no
A MUM of three has been warned she faces prison after ripping off the taxpayer for more than £100,000 in benefits. The scam lasted for almost seven years until fraud officers launched a surveillance operation on Kathryn Hampton’s home, a court
BOWLS: Banister Park’s bid to win the Palmerston Cup for a fourth successive time has been derailed. Eastleigh Railway beat them 60-40 to celebrate their competition debut with a cup final meeting with Lockswood in Fareham on Sunday evening at
Ryan Seager wants to top off a memorable few weeks by taking a big step towards a major piece of silverware. The 19-year-old striker made his first team debut as a sub in the FA Cup tie against Crystal Palace in January, and followed it up with
THE first match of Bournemouth’s inaugural Festival of Cricket sees Hampshire returning to Dean Park. The four-day event will run over the May Day Bank Holiday as the first part of a summer of celebration as Dean Park marks its 135th anniversary
“We believe always in the top four.” That was the rallying cry from Eljero Elia after Saints forced their way back into the fight for the Champions League. Tuesday’s 1-0 win over Crystal Palace not only ended a goal drought of nearly six hours
SAINTS under-21s could end up competing in the tournament that their first team won five years ago. League One and Two clubs have been asked to consider proposals allowing Premier League Under-21 clubs to take part in the Football League Trophy
Hampshire villager Percy is desperate to find a partner – but they must be a big fan of bright feathers. And the one lucky lady will need more than just a good sense of humour to prove she is Mrs Right for the popular peacock who is in his prime
A CONVENIENCE store is set to be stripped of its alcohol licence for a second time after repeatedly selling booze to under-age customers. Civic chiefs have ruled that the family-run Best-One shop in Rumbridge Street, Totton, should be banned from
ANGLING: Competitors sampled some fair action during the second round of the Southern League and Opens which saw competitors pegged between Steamer Point and Highcliffe. Bass, pout, whiting, flounders and rockling figured in the catch. Chris
THE public have had their first glimpse of £12m plans to ease parking woes at Southampton General Hospital. Hospital bosses want to build a huge new multi-storey car park that could provide space for almost 800 new cars. They hope the plans
POLICE have issued an appeal to find a Southampton teenager who has been missing for five days. Officers say they are growing concerned for 16-year-old Aaron Harvey-Ellis who left his home on Union Road around 12.30am on Friday, February 27.
POLICE have reviewed CCTV footage in a bid to trace a woman who was seen allegedly 'neglecting' a baby at a Hampshire supermarket. As reported, worried shoppers raised the alarm after claiming they could see an infant being 'manhandled' in McDonalds
THE wait is almost over. After six years of gathering dust, legendary Southampton nightspot the Frog and Frigate is set to re-open tomorrow. Frog & Frigate preview - in pictures >> Old nights at the Frog & Frogate
BURGLARS escaped with a safe containing £30,000 after a raid on a Hampshire home. Police are now appealing for witnesses to the burglary that happened in Bishopstoke. The safe was wheeled away in the victim’s wheelie bin along a back alley
