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96-year-old wakes to find burglars in her bedroom

4:35pm Wednesday 19th June 2013

A 96-year-old woman was confronted by burglars in her own bedroom, as they woke her in the middle of the night.

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Breaking news Woman charged in connection with murder

2:14pm Wednesday 19th June 2013

A WOMAN has been charged in the connection with the killing of Jahmel Jones in Southampton.

Naked Rambler jailed

2:09pm Wednesday 19th June 2013

The ''naked rambler'' has been jailed for 11 months after being found guilty of breaching an anti-social behaviour order (Asbo) banning him from being naked in public just minutes after it was imposed.

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Southampton fails to become next UK City of Culture

11:22am Wednesday 19th June 2013

SOUTHAMPTON has failed in its bid to become the country’s next City of Culture.

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PM defends decision to suspend heart decision

12:43pm Wednesday 19th June 2013

THE PRIME Minister has defended the decision to suspend the review that had saved children’s heart surgery in Southampton from the axe.

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Fake ecstasy tablets linked to deaths

10:54am Wednesday 19th June 2013

KILLER fake ecstasy linked to several deaths is in circulation in Hampshire, health bosses warn.

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‘Women add value to boardrooms’ Southampton diversity gathering told

2:40pm Wednesday 19th June 2013

Business leaders discuss diversity at event

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Convoy hero bill awarded Arctic Star

1:20pm Wednesday 19th June 2013

Second World War veteran finally receives medal for vital part in Allied supply efforts

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Primary school mergers agreed

10:39am Wednesday 19th June 2013

TEN Southampton schools will merge in a major shakeup of the city’s education system.

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New bid to bring jousting to Hampshire

9:49am Wednesday 19th June 2013

A BID to bring medieval jousting tournaments to the Hampshire countryside sparked a furious battle between a businessman and locals.

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Glamorous night for women in business

12:59pm Wednesday 19th June 2013

Finalists break out their finest frocks for women-only Venus Awards

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Sunseeker bought by Chinese firm

11:00am Wednesday 19th June 2013

A Chinese firm has revealed a £1 billion investment in the UK after snapping up a yacht manufacturer and unveiling plans for a luxury five-star hotel.

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Shape up, Zumba-style

12:10pm Wednesday 19th June 2013

ZUMBA enthusiasts are urging Southampton residents to join the party while stomping out the legacy of chronic illnesses prematurely claiming the lives of thousands of people in the city.

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Charge continues for Go! Rhinos tourism trail

2:10pm Wednesday 19th June 2013

WITH less than a month before rhinos invade Southampton, another has joined the charge.

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Ofsted disciplines its staff over bungled inspection at Hampshire school

4:00am Wednesday 19th June 2013

OFSTED bosses have taken disciplinary action against some of its staff after admitting mistakes were made while investigating a troubled Hampshire special school.

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Naked Rambler to stand trial charged with breaching Asbo

7:43am Wednesday 19th June 2013

The ''naked rambler'' will stand trial today accused of breaching an anti-social behaviour order (Asbo) banning him from being naked in public.

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Microsoft nod for Fareham's Cobweb

3:30pm Wednesday 19th June 2013

Fareham-based Cobweb Solutions, Europe’s largest hosted exchange provider, has been nominated as a finalist for Microsoft UK Partner of the Year Award 2013. 

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Southampton trekkers climb to new heights

3:20pm Wednesday 19th June 2013

THEY took on one of Wales’s tallest mountains to raise thousands for charity.

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New estate agent launched in Winchester

3:10pm Wednesday 19th June 2013

A NEW niche estate agent has been launched in Winchester.

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Romsey MD wins a regional title

3:00pm Wednesday 19th June 2013

THE managing director of a Hampshire-based asbestos removal firm has been awarded a Director of the Year title.

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Winchester hospice award tip for Dawn

2:50pm Wednesday 19th June 2013

A WINCHESTER hospice has nominated a Hampshire businesswoman for a prestigious award.

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Family fun at dog show

2:20pm Wednesday 19th June 2013

A fun dog show will be held in Southampton on June 30.

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Wonder funds from students

2:20pm Wednesday 19th June 2013

STUDENTS at Southampton Solent University were jamming ’til the break of dawn at a Stevie Wonder tribute night

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Open mic for music hopefuls

2:00pm Wednesday 19th June 2013

IF YOU fancy being the next big music sensation this could be a chance to make your mark.

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Charity golf day in Romsey to help learning disabled team

1:50pm Wednesday 19th June 2013

ROMSEY golf club will be hosting a charity golf day this Friday, June 21.

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Broughton gardens throw open gates to aid church funds

1:40pm Wednesday 19th June 2013

TEN gardens great and small will be throwing open their gates this weekend.

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Pupils battle to be road safety champs

1:30pm Wednesday 19th June 2013

A TEAM of six pupils at Awbridge Primary School near Romsey are hoping to become Hampshire’s top junior road safety champions.

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Inspiring visit by Olympic rower

12:50pm Wednesday 19th June 2013

YEAR 10 pupils at Bitterne Park Secondary School got a very special visit by Southampton-born Olympic rowing bronze medallist James Foad.

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Runners go the extra mile for charity

12:40pm Wednesday 19th June 2013

MULTI-COLOURED tutus and magnificent mohawks were all the rage as fun runners went the extra mile for charity.

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Discounts for Southampton composters

11:40am Wednesday 19th June 2013

GARDENERS in Southampton can take advantage of a discount on compost bins and food digesters.

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Toyota stolen

11:00am Wednesday 19th June 2013

A TURQUOISE Toyota Hiace was stolen from a Hampshire estate in the early hours of yesterday.

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Easteigh Borough Council looks at staff travel to cut energy use

10:47am Wednesday 19th June 2013

STAFF travel plans are just one of the new initiatives introduced by Eastleigh Borough Council as it looks to reduce its energy use.

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Commission fights poverty

10:47am Wednesday 19th June 2013

IT is the new organisation aiming to tackle inequality and poverty in Southampton.

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Rolls ceremony remembers the fallen

10:43am Wednesday 19th June 2013

THOSE who gave their lives will not be forgotten in Winchester.

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Eco greenhouse at Upper Shirley High School

10:45am Wednesday 19th June 2013

A SOUTHAMPTON school will now be able to grow its own fruit and vegetables thanks to a new eco greenhouse.

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Women face burglary trial

10:33am Wednesday 19th June 2013

TWO Southampton women accused of aggravated burglary face a four-day trial at the city crown court in October.

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Pollution prevention at Nuns' Stream, Hyde

10:31am Wednesday 19th June 2013

installed by a Winchester stream to help protect wildlife.

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City centre parking permit plan agreed

10:30am Wednesday 19th June 2013

A NEW parking scheme for city centre residents in Southampton will go ahead.

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Caravan evacuated after fire

7:57am Wednesday 19th June 2013

A CARAVAN in Hampshire had to be evacuated last night after a small fire started underneath it.

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Pupils battle to be road safety champs

7:00am Wednesday 19th June 2013

A TEAM of six pupils at Awbridge Primary School near Romsey are hoping to become Hampshire’s top junior road safety champions.

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Bogus letter helped man evade prison sentence

6:00am Wednesday 19th June 2013

A GLOWING reference from his boss helped a defendant who had admitted assault and drugs charges to escape an immediate prison sentence.

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PM to be quizzed over future of heart unit

10:09am Wednesday 19th June 2013

THE PRIME Minister will be quizzed today on the future of children's heart surgery in Southampton.

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D-Day for City of Culture shortlist

8:05am Wednesday 19th June 2013

TODAY IS the day that Southampton finds out if it is on the shortlist to become the country's City of Culture 2017.

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Police boss candidate could face prosecution over alleged fraud

3:57pm Tuesday 18th June 2013

MICHAEL Mates, the Conservative candidate at the elections for Hampshire Police Commissioner last autumn, is facing the prospect of being prosecuted for electoral fraud.

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