A MEON Valley primary school held a 'Time To Shine Day' to help raise awareness of and money for road safety. St John The Baptist School in Waltham Chase believe they may be the first to hold with the police such a day combining the public message
A LUNCH club which has provided thousands of residents with a hot meal for the past 50 years is now at risk of closure. The Thursday Lunch Club run at 2000 Centre in Hedge End could be forced to shut down if volunteers will not come forward.
A BAR manager who was more than double the drink drive limit caused a three car collision. Joshua Reynolds, who according to his Facebook page works for the Cricketers Arms, in Chandler’s Ford, was arrested by officers when he drove his Vauxhall
A “BULLIED” man threw substances out of his window to try and hide his drug dealing. Lee Moore claimed he was being put under pressure to sell heroin and crack cocaine from his flat in Milton Road, Bargate, where he would regularly collect £1,000
A MENU of the first meal ever served on the Titanic is expected to fetch up to £100,000 at auction. The lunch - including sweetbreads, spring lamb and pastries - was served during the liner's sea trials on April 2 in 1912. Second Officer Charles
A BUSINESS networking event is set to take place in Southampton. The event, on Friday, April 27, will bring together businesses bosses and budding entrepreneurs from the SO14, SO15 and SO16 areas. Organised by DM IT and Office Print Solutions
AN INNOVATIVE F1 themed business networking event will be held in Hampshire. Entrepreneurs will talk business while competing against each other on the UK’s first simulation centre, The Race Centre in Chandler’s Ford. The event, on Thursday,
WINCHESTER will be starring in a TV documentary airing this weekend focusing on the city’s medieval history. Channel Four’s Britain’s Most Historic Towns will visit various locations, including the cathedral, and include historical and archaeology
A MOTHER of two from Southampton, is taking on the challenge of a lifetime to run this year’s Virgin Money London Marathon on April 22 and raise money for Diabetes UK. Abby Mullins who is currently studying for a Nursing degree at Southampton University
SOUTHAMPTON’S first dedicated hot yoga studio has opened in the city centre. In Balance Hot Yoga is based in the Arena Business Centre, Threefield Road, and provides yoga classes in rooms up to 30°C. It was officially opened by the Sherriff Consulate
IT WILL finally make us a destination.That is the thought of the chairman of a Hampshire parish council after a multi-million pound road scheme was given the go-ahead.The Botley Bypass, which aims to improve traffic flow, reduce congestion and improve
A RAPIST who manipulated a girl into having sex with him by pretending to be a ghost has been jailed for 26 years. Liam Clarke knew she was terrified of evil spirits and used that to exploit her, a court heard. Clarke, 35, has now been sentenced
A DAMNING report of a city centre arts complex has revealed that Southampton City Council might still have to fork out an additional £4.4m - despite the fact that it's still not fully open. The report - leaked to the Daily Echo by Southampton Independents
WITH Saints set to take on Chelsea in the FA Cup semi-final in two days time, the Daily Echo takes a look back at when the squad recorded a song during their FA Cup run in 1984. Lawrie McMenemy’s cup-fighting team put the club anthem “When the Saints
Mark Hughes is considering making a raft of changes to his Saints side for the FA Cup semi-final against Chelsea. While Chelsea boss Antonio Conte was able to prioritise the Cup and change his side for their league match against Burnley on Thursday
IT'S the gruelling 26.2 mile challenge that returned to Southampton after a 33 year absence. More than 10,000 runners took to the city's streets for the ABP Marathon back in April. Now, organisers have announced that not only will the marathon
A BUS company has jumped aboard the list of companies offering freebies to runners of this year's ABP Southampton Marathon. Bluestar and Unilink, both part of the Go South Coast group, are offering free travel for those taking part in the event
INTERNATIONAL rock stars Enter Shikari will play Southampton’s The Joiners in August. The Kerrang! award winners usually perform to thousands at festivals and arena shows around the world, but will return to the St Mary Street venue as part of its
ARSENAL manager Arsene Wenger will leave the club at the end of the season. Wenger, who has been in charge at the London club since 1996, will step down this summer. A club statement says: "After careful consideration and following discussions
A YOUNG driver who killed a man after overtaking six cars while speeding outside Lyndhurst said he "really felt like a killer". David Lamb was given a three-year jail term after causing the death of 82-year-old John Richardson on the A35 in September
THE seminal work of David Bowie will be rediscovered through a night of music at The Brook next week. On Friday April 27, Jean Genie, a tribute band to the icon, will explore one of the country's most inspiring musicians. Tickets are £13 in advance
A CELEBRATION of left, green and progressive unity will be showcased to mark May Day. Organised by the Southampton's groups Unite Community, Trades Council and People's Assembly, a range of speakers will talk about issues faces them. Entertainment
A BAND of dancers will bring in May Day next month. The King John's Morris Men will dance in the dawn to celebrate the start of summer. The group, a local Southampton Morris Side, will also be celebrating its 40th year. They will be dancing
A HOME in Shirley is set to become a HMO. Plans to transform 82 Church Street into a home with multiple occupation were approved by Southampton City Council after initially being submitted in February. Officials accepted the plans on Thursday
A FREEMANTLE home will be transformed into flats. Developers have been given planning permission to convert 61 Waterloo Road into one three-bedroom and one one-bedroom flats, as well as associated bin and cycle storage. It was approved by planning
A CONTROLLED explosion was carried after a student block was evacuated in Portsmouth. Emergency services were called to Stanhope Road after a "suspicious object" was found. An Explosive Ordnance Team was called and the object was blown up in
SOUTHAMPTON marathon bosses have issued a safety warning over bulky and heavy costumes this weekend, with temperatures set to soar. Organisers of the ABP Southampton Marathon have also ordered in more than 50,000 bottles of water ahead of Sunday
MADDY Prior with Hannah James and Giles Lewin perform at Forest Arts Centre, New Milton, on Tuesday. Over the years Maddy has worked with some exceptional musicians - within Steeleye Span and beyond. To that noted list she has added Hannah James
COASTEROLLER – The graphic works of Ray Richardson will be on show at Jack House Gallery, Portsmouth until May 19. Ray Richardson works out of his Thameside Studio spitting distance from the places and people he draws and paints and his beloved
DO you have what it takes to be the best singer or dancer to come out of Southampton? TeenStar are hosting auditions on Sunday at the Engine Rooms, West Quay Road for teenagers aged 19 or under. Open to all genres and styles, the lucky winning
BILL Bailey is buzzing. After a gap of two years, the comedian is hugely excited about returning to the live arena, embarking on a major nationwide tour with an entirely new show entitled Larks in Transit – and he just can’t wait. He plays at The
TAX The Heat are heading to Heartbreakers, Southampton tonight. From humble beginnings, Tax The Heat have become one of the most notable of new British rock acts with multiple singles played across radio taken from their debut album, Fed To The
CHAPEL Music Sessions are delighted to welcome back Nashville based singer-songwriter Jenn Bostic who will be showcasing her brand new album, Revival, on Wednesday. Fellow Nashville based, Kyshona Armstrong has also agreed to kick off her UK tour
HEATHER Small is to play Salisbury City Hall on Wednesday April 25. Born in1965, Heather grew up on a West London council estate. From going to Sunday school and attending the Good News Club, religion and faith became an important aspect of her
THE American ‘70s soul super group Chairmen of the Board is set to perform at 1865 in Southampton on Saturday. Tickets are being snapped up fast by fans who want to hear the sole surviving original member, Ken Knox, keep their legacy alive and pay
A HAMPSHIRE law firm well known for its owl mascot has taken a medical charity under its wing for another year. Over the next 12 months Eric Robinson will sponsor Wessex Heartbeat’s annual golf day at Remedy Oak and rugby lunch at Southampton’s
FOLLOWING an outstanding West End Run, The Kite Runner – an unforgettable theatrical tour de force – comes to Mayflower Theatre on Tuesday. Based on Khaled Hosseini’s international bestselling novel, this haunting tale of friendship which spans
THE Olivier Award-winning actress Nichola McAuliffe leads the cast of Charles Dickens’ Great Expectations as the iconic Miss Havisham at Theatre Royal Winchester from Tuesday. This powerful new stage adaptation of this timeless classic is peopled
RAGGA-ROCK legends Skindred stop at O2 Guildhall, Southampton tomorrow as part of their Start the Machine UK tour. The band – formed in Newport in 1998 – is currently made up of Benji Webbe on lead vocals, Daniel Pugsley on bass, programming and
AS ever, freewheeling Barnstormers Comedy resident MC Kevin Precious will be on hand to introduce three more top acts from the London circuit and beyond at the Winchester event tonight. This month, they are the delightfully funny Brummie lass that
HAILED as ‘a masterpiece of 21st century dance’ from English National Ballet, Akram Khan’s Giselle is released in cinemas for the first time on Wednesday, including a screening at the Vue in Eastleigh. Recognised as one of the greatest romantic
A HAMPSHIRE tourist attraction will receive the royal seal of approval when the Duke of Gloucester opens the new-look facilities. The Eling Tide Mill Experience, which comprises the mill, a visitor centre and open spaces around Bartley water and
Specialist IT lawyer and Head of Technology at national law firm, Clarke Willmott LLP, Susan Hall, warns that the idea of ‘hacking’ can cover a number of offences and online pranksters should be aware that what they’re doing probably won’t be considered
FIRST buses has joined the swathe of city businesses offering freebies to runners in this year’s ABP Southampton Marathon. The company has pledged to give free bus transport to those taking part in the event on Sunday April 22. All runners need
Cases heard at West Hampshire Magistrates Court on April 11, 2018. Wayne Bundy, 37, of Priory Road, Netley Abbey pleaded guilty to assault. Community order made, fined £45, £85 victim surcharge. Oliver Turner, 20, of The Recess, Eastleigh pleaded
THE Port of Southampton will welcome two new cruise ships in the next seven days. Norwegian Bliss makes her debut at the docks tomorrow and MSC Meraviglia is due to make her first appearance in the city on Thursday.. The 329m-long Norwegian Bliss
A TEENAGER was assaulted and had his school bag stolen in a robbery near a Southampton pub. Two men on BMX or racing bikes were approached two teenage boys outside the Station Pub, Bitterne, before grabbing both boys and attacking one. The
A “DESPERATE” lover tried to smuggle his girlfriend into the country, only to be caught in Southampton with her hiding in the boot of his car. Peter Evans had contacted numerous agencies, including Amnesty International, in a bid to get advice
IT HAS been reported that health secretary Jeremy Hunt received a “bulk discount” on seven flats in Southampton bought from a Conservative donor. Parliament's Standards Commissioner has opened an inquiry into Mr Hunt's failure to declare an investment
A DOG walker was shocked to find a dead otter in a Southampton park. Harrisson Dyett discovered the dead animal on path in Mayflower park as he walked his American Akita Lucy. "I though it was a rat at first but as I got close I realised it
Mark Hughes defended his tactics in the goalless draw at Leicester. With Saints needing wins in order to survive there were questions over whether he was too cautious towards the end of the goalless draw and if he should have risked defeat for
Mark Hughes still believes Saints can avoid relegation and insisted that the goalless draw at Leicester was a positive for his team. Saints went into the game at the King Power Stadium on the back of four Premier League defeats on the bounce, with
It was something, but not enough. Saints would so desperately have loved to get a clean sheet and an extra away point on the board in recent times, and have avoided the kind of failures they suffered against Newcastle and West Ham. But they
A STUDENT was left shaken after he was robbed at “knife-point” by a mugger. Scott McLeary threatened the 20-year-old victim, saying he had a knife, as he demanded his wallet and cash after seeing him withdraw money from a cashpoint in St Mary’s
PLANS to bring a budget hotel to Winchester High Street have been approved – despite objections from a major Winchester organisation. The controversial proposals will now see a 62-bedroom Travelodge developed in the heart of the city taking over
Southampton halted their losing run but a goalless draw at Leicester does little for their Premier League survival hopes. Saints arrived at the King Power Stadium five points adrift of safety with five matches remaining, following four straight
A MSSING 11-year-old girl from Southampton has been found safe and well. Police had launched a search for Duaa Atta last night and said they were concerned for her welfare. It was confirmed at about 11pm that she has been found safe.
