Archive - Tuesday, 28 January 2003

And Railtrack said bridge was safe . . !
A CHANDLER'S Ford railway bridge has collapsed, putting lives in danger just months after Railtrack said it was safe.
Peru beckons
A couple from Hursley, near Winchester, are turning their backs on spring in England and jetting off to South America to join an environmental survey.
Why his honour doesn't mind being seen as a figure of fun
You can tell a judge is popular when an usher at his court fashions a humorous painting of him enjoying his favourite pastime of gardening.
Humility and a changing world
A passionate plea to understand those who don't see God in quite the way others do was made at a packed Christian unity service in Winchester.
Research on Parkinson's Disease
Following the AGM of the Parkinson's Disease Society, Winchester branch,
Diamond Day for James and Alice
James and Alice Swan were treated to a surprise party to celebrate their diamond wedding.
Guide focusing on old and new
An updated visitors' guide has been published for Winchester.
Passing the time
Sport and leisure was the theme when members of the Winchester Group of the Hampshire Genealogical Society shared anecdotes, photographs, souvenirs and memorabilia from their family history collections.
Argument turns over Mill plans
A planning inquiry has re-opened into a controversial plan to build homes on the Abbey Mill Industrial Estate in Bishop's Waltham.
Heavenly reason
Highcliffe Allotments have been captured in a photographic essay on show at the Guildhall Gallery, Winchester. The Winchester allotments began life in 1906 when land was rented from the Church Commissioners.
Even more homes for Stanmore
Residents in the Stanmore area of Winchester are raising concerns over council plans to build new homes.
Planners favour depot site
Winchester councillors are supporting a scheme for a travelling showpeople's depot in woods near Micheldever despite fierce opposition from villagers.
Business Awards off to flying start
The Winchester Business Excellence Awards are off to a flying start.
Smiling through the rain
Heavy rainfall this week has caused the floods to return, but the deluge has not dampened the spirits of Hampshire residents.
Robust action on truancy
In a crackdown on truancy in Hampshire, 260 pupils were checked but only 22 were found to be "playing hookey".
Pete ekes out a living
PETE Glynn sleeps in a tent in Winchester city centre. He complains that the ducks pinch his bread and that petty thieves steal his books.
In a time warp!
SEX, rock'n'roll and Christine Hamilton - the latest Mayflower blockbuster has got it all.
ONLY 1 IN 3 WANT WAR
JUST one in three people in Hampshire want Britain to go to war with Iraq, a Daily Echo survey has found.
Architectural design awards kick-off
Property solutions provider Rok has announced that it is to sponsor the prestigious Town & Country Design Awards scheme run by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) in Wessex and the south-west regions.
New additions to Hedge End retail park
Vail Williams has been appointed as joint agent to market 12 units in a new £10m trade counter development at the heart of Hedge End's very successful trade and retail sector.
Not so elementary conversion
The conversion into homes of Brookvale Elementary School in Basingstoke by local property company T A Fisher has been highly commended in the Basingstoke and Deane Design Awards 2002. This accolade recognises the sensitive and imaginative conversion by…
Developing a century
The acquisition of 55 Millbrook Road East, a substantial commercial building located close to the heart of the Southampton City Centre, represented a significant milestone for investment developers, Mark and Neil Moores, bringing their portfolio up to…
Air Traffic staff to fly south
INITIAL ground work has started on new corporate headquarters and a technical centre at Solent Business Park at Whiteley for Britain's National Air Traffic Services, to be handy to the Swanwick air traffic control complex.
Ralph, defender of the Forest, dies aged 83
A LIFELONG New Forest commoner has died at the age of 83 after suffering a stroke at his home earlier this month.
Property hunt helps homeless
THE search for empty homes in the New Forest is being stepped up by the district council in a bid to help homeless people.
We're gearing up for tough charity trek
TWO Waterside women are preparing for the challenge of a life-time.
Obituary: Pat Asa Thomas
Well over a hundred people attended the funeral of Patricia Asa Thomas, held at St Mary's Church, Crawley.
Obituary: Susan Miles
Susan Miles, well-known in Hampshire farming circles, has died after losing her battle against Motor Neurone Disease.
Centre for expelled bursting at seams
A centre which provides schooling for pupils who have been expelled has expanded beyond its means.
FISHING - Bumper catch for children's charities
Local children's charities look set to a get a £2,000 windfall thanks to the Ford branch (2/251) of the Transport and General Workers Union.
Burglars wont get easy ride
Burglars beware - Winchester police are out to get you, even if other forces have given up.
You're not listening, villagers tell planners
Newly-built homes at Soberton and Shirrell Heath are out of keeping because Winchester planners aren't listening to what residents have to say, according to parish councillor, Sally Bradby.
Cool reception for higher education fees
Students and staff at King Alfred's College, Winchester, have given a cool reception to government proposals on higher education funding.
999 crash unacceptable
A report has highlighted "unacceptable failures" in BT's emergency power equipment after Hampshire's 999-system crashed for five hours last spring.
Police take lead on stray dogs
Hampshire Police have caused howls of protest by announcing that they will no longer look after stray dogs.
Fined £18,000 after roof fall
Four months after falling 13ft through the roof of a building at King's Somborne, a man was still undergoing treatment, a court heard yesterday (Thursday).
We still have public support, claim firefighters
Winchester firefighters say a chemical spill they were called to could have been highly dangerous had it been just hours later.
MP's soccer brief
Winchester MP, Mark Oaten, joined the city's ambitious football team for a training session, as the club prepared for its biggest match of the season.
Shock as council admits recycled rubbish is dumped
Hampshire waste bosses face tough questions after household recyclables were dumped in landfill sites.
In Port
Today's Principal Arrivals: Sea Ali, ro/ro, 0030, 202; Celtic King, container, 0100, 204W; Elektra, ro/ro, 0600, 40; P&O Nedlloyd Stuyvesant, container, 0700, 207; Autoracer, ro/ro, 0745, 203; CCNI Angol, container, 1130, Con Term; Hyundai Federal,…
Hughes gets an Eastleigh rest
EASTLEIGH will be giving ex-Saint David Hughes a well-deserved rest when Hampshire Senior Cup quarter-final action resumes at Aldershot Town tonight (7.45).
Cup ties galore for City
Winchester City continue to battle on four cup fronts tonight - they have a Russell Cotes quarter final at Wessex League hot-shots Wimborne.
Stags snap up striker Jackson
AFC Totton have signalled their intent to stay in the hunt for honours this season by signing striker Michael Jackson from Winchester City.
New course in full swing for summer
Hampshire's newest golf course is on schedule to open its doors in early summer.
County's boost for hospice
The children's hospice, Naomi House, is to be given £5,000 by Hampshire County Council to help with running costs.
Slap on the wrist for councillor
A Winchester city councillor who broke code-of-conduct rules was told by a member of the standards committee this week that his actions were "sloppy".
Care home will please planners
A new 40-bed care home for the elderly is planned at Stockbridge.
On his bike
King Alfred's College is getting a Government grant to improve facilities for cyclists.
Smart card just the ticket
Season ticket-holders using the long-stay Tower Street and Chesil Street car parks in Winchester will get a new smart card to use at the entrance and exit barriers when the new pay-on-foot system starts in March.
Cheering up the waiting room
Children from Prince's Mead School, Abbots Worthy, are helping to cheer up patients waiting to see the doctor.
Good news and bad for grant applicants
Over £10,000 of county council money is being given to four groups who organise festivals in Winchester.
Council owes College £40,000
The success of Southampton's flagship Millennium Youth Games has been tarnished after a judge said the city council had contracted the management of the event to a "worthless" company.
Shopper targeted
A woman was targeted by pickpockets in the Bhs store in the Brooks Shopping Centre, Winchester.
Join prison watchdog
Winchester prison's board of visitors is on the lookout for new members.
Hero PC wades in
A policeman jumped into the River Itchen at Winchester to arrest a drugs dealer and then - despite spraining an ankle - risked his safety to battle strong currents to retrieve discarded cocaine.
Not guilty verdict as case collapses
The trial of a Hampshire couple accused of illegally making money from the care home they worked at has collapsed at Winchester Crown Court.
Police charges to rise by 20%
The annual charge to residents by Hampshire Constabulary is set to rise by over 20%.
PubWatch appoints new chairman
Louise Aker of Winchester's Slug & Lettuce succeeds is the new chairman of PubWatch.
Inquiry hears of school's fears
The final day of the resumed Orange phone mast inquiry was dominated by fears that Western Primary School, in Browning Drive, Winchester, may lose many pupils.
Steve goes back to basics in America
THREE-times European Tour winner Steve Richardson is going back to his roots to get his game back on track.
Crackdown on drink crime
A drive to reduce alcohol-related crime in central Winchester appears to be working, according to the police.
Dramatic bid for Freedom takes centre stage
CENTRESTAGE Productions Youth Theatre is set to present another musical premiere at Eastleigh's dance and arts centre, The Point, during the February half-term week.
Fran: great to be back
Francis Benali is hoping for his first Premiership start for almost three years tonight after his successful return to the first team on Saturday.
Saints set for £1m cup boost as Sky choose Millwall replay
Saints are set to take their FA Cup earnings this season to almost £1m after Sky Sports took the decision to televise their fourth round replay with Millwall next week.
'Fantastic week' for loyal Oakley
Matt Oakley has signed a two-year extension to his contract to round off what he has described as "a fantastic week".
Saints defend themselves over Millwall fans' switch
Saints have defended their decision to move a group of Millwall supporters into a section designated for home fans on Saturday, saying it diffused a potentially volatile situation.
Confusion over warship deal
The UK's biggest warship order, worth billions and which could generate 1,000 jobs in the south, is heading for a sea of confusion if the government insists on splitting the deal with a French company.
Providing medical treatment and aid
Among the military task force being assembled for any future conflict with Iraq is an unusual American vessel that was a visitor to Southampton Docks last year.
QE2 passes new health inspection
SOUTHAMPTON-based passenger liner Queen Elizabeth 2 has passed a further inspection by the American health authorities with flying colours.
Investing in future cruising
A major £10 million investment programme is underway in Southampton docks as the port sets sail for a record-breaking year.
Training core workers
Port services company Southampton Cargo Handling (SCH) has embarked on a major information technology training initiative designed to equip its stevedores with computer skills.
Please replace our post offices
CIVIC chiefs in Chandler's Ford are bidding to prevent pensioners having to make a long trek to a post office once their usual port of call puts up the shutters.
MP's warning over dumped cars threat
GOSPORT MP Peter Viggers has warned that the Hampshire area faces a growing abandoned cars menace.
Cones cut back in bid to ease chaos
FOR the thousands of drivers snared in jams coming into Southampton yesterday morning it was the question that left them baffled - when was a set of roadworks not a set of roadworks?
We won a school concert by Busted!
A DREAM came true for hundreds of Hampshire schoolgirls when chart topping band Busted played live in the school hall - thanks to the Daily Echo.
Images of city on right track
THE TRAIN arriving at Platform Five in Southampton yesterday will boost the image of the city.
£11m to slash waiting times
SOUTHAMPTON and Winchester health chiefs are poised to launch a plan for the biggest single assault on hospital waiting times.
South fares best in matters of the heart
YOU are less likely to die early from a heart attack if you live in the south, according to new figures released by the British Heart Foundation.
Police drum up some support
THE beat goes on for a charity music campaign after Hampshire police officers pledged their support to help raise cash for good causes.
Listen to these little chatterboxes!
Youngsters at Bitterne Park's Child Carers Day Nursery sang The Wheels on the Bus as part of the Chatterbox Challenge.
Officers get a head for Sikh custom
BEAT bobbies in Southamp-ton are going undercover for visits to the city's Sikh temples.
Charity's research could provide hope for the old
A MAJOR study by a Southampton medical research charity is aiming to find the cause of the most common form of blindness in older people.
We've got tapestries all sewn up!
TITCHFIELD'S answer to the Bayeux Tapestry is back on show at Fareham's Westbury Manor Museum due to popular demand.
Whiteley 'let down by bad planning'
THE MP for Whiteley has said its population has been "let down" by bad planning.
BIGNELL
BIGNELL NORAH KATHALEEN Passed away peacefully at home on January 22nd, 2003, aged 93 years. Reunited with her beloved husband George 'Jog'. Dearly loved mother of Wendy and Peter and daughter-in-law Joy. A cherished nan of Marty and Sue, Andy and…
PERRY
PERRY ARTHUR Much loved brother of Ada, dear uncle to Jackie and Frank. God Bless Arth. Rest in Peace.
LAWES
LAWES MAUREEN ELIZABETH (NEE MANSER) Passed away suddenly, whilst in Spain. No time to say goodbye, but always in our thoughts. Sister to Doug, Jean, Paddy, Margaret and Jimmy. A sadly missed sister-in-law, aunt and great-aunt. God Bless. Sleep…
STEER
STEER CHARLES FREDERICK Passed away peacefully at home on January 24th, 2003 aged 87 years. Late of Aerostructures, Hamble. Dearest husband to Joan for 66 years. Dear dad to Barry, Martin and Graham and father-in-law to Wendy and Janet. Loving…
SMITH
SMITH BETTY In Bournemouth on 25th January, 2003, widow of Arthur (late of Redwood Way).Greatly loved and missed by Diana, Ian, Alison, Graziano, Matthew, Nicolas and Daniela.
MADINE
MADINE IRIS With loving memories of dear Aunty Gwen. God Bless. Love John, Carol, Diane and families X X
MOUNTJOY
MOUNTJOY MARIAN Passed away on January 21st after a long illness bravely borne. She will be sadly missed by her loving daughter Jenny, son-in-law Robert, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Funeral Service at St Marys Church, Bishopstoke at…
LAWES
LAWES MAUREEN To our dear friend. Thanks for all the memories. You will always be in our thoughts. Val, Brian, John, Sandra & Alison. x
JACKSON
JACKSON HENRY NORMAN ("JACK" "HARRY") 1913 - 2003 (Late of Southampton Police Force.) Peacefully at Southampton General Hospital on January 24th. Will be greatly missed by all his family. ---------- Our thanks to Linden House Rest Home, the Doctors…
PERRY"ARTHUR
PERRY"ARTHUR ERNEST (BISTO)"Passed away at Southampton General Hospital, Ward D8 on January 24th, 2003, aged 81 years. Retired Rigger of Southampton Docks. Much loved and sadly missed. Forever in our hearts. With love from Tony and Pauline, Clancy…
CHANDLERS
CHANDLERS FORD LODGE No. 1258 MMM The Brethren regret the passing of Bro. Charles Herbert Bartlam (P.P.G.J.W.) Passed away January 22nd, aged 94. Crematorium Service, East Chapel, Stoneham, 1.40 p.m. February 5th.
WRIGHT
WRIGHT ANDREW Passed peacefully away after a short illness on January 25th, 2003 aged 57 years. Loved and loving partner of Linda. Dad of Emma. Son of Ruby and brother of Terry. ----------- Funeral service to be held on Friday, January 31st, 2003 at…
MOUNTJOY
MOUNTJOY MARIAN A dear grandmother who sadly died on January 21st but was so brave during her long illness. We have so many happy memories. God bless. Love Chris, Rosie, Katie, Daniel. XXX
FEENEY
FEENEY SEAN Passed away on January 19th. Much loved friend and mate who will be sadly missed. God bless. Love Phil and Margaret. XX
SEAGRAVE
SEAGRAVE DICK In memory of a dear friend. Will never be forgotten. Les and Phyll.
RYDER
RYDER FRANCIS WENSLEY Dear Dad fell asleep January 17th 2003. I will be left with your thoughtful ways and all the good memories we had together. You are our shining star. I love you loads and will miss you loads, never forgotten. Daughter Deborah,…
MCWILLIAMS
MCWILLIAMS ALAN ROY 26.06.40 - 18.01.03 Passed away suddenly 18th January 2003. Sadly missed and always in our hearts. A much loved Dad to Carl, Mark and Craig. You will never be forgotten. Goodnight, God Bless. Love Carl, Mark and Craig. xxx…
SEAGRAVE
SEAGRAVE RICHARD Died January 22nd. Beloved eldest brother to Jane, brother-in-law to Jim, uncle to Jamie, Liza and Steven. "Rest in Peace Brov"
MOORE
MOORE MARGARET MARY GERTRUDE (PIP) Passed away peacefully on 24th January, 2003, aged 70 years. Much loved wife of Laurie, mother of Lyn and Gary, grandmother to Daniel and Rowan. The Funeral will take place at Bournemouth Crematorium, on Tuesday 4th…
HAPPY
HAPPY 65th MOORE PETER Happy 65th Birthday Dad. Have a great retirement. Love from Gill, Andrew, grandchildren Hayley, Le-anne and Nathan, great granddaughter Shannon. X X X
FOX
FOX JIM Sheila and family would like to say thank you to all family and friends who attended Jims' Funeral and for the cards, flowers, donations and support given to us at this sad time.
MATON
MATON NICKI AND GRAHAM Congratulations on the birth of your beautiful daughter, Holly Elizabeth, on Monday, January 27th. Lots of love from Mum and Dad, Nigel, Elaine, Carl and Jack, Frazer and Vicki. X X X X
COOMBS
COOMBS BOB AND PAT Are proud to announce the safe arrival of their granddaughter Katelin Suzannah on January 21st, 2003, weighing 9lb 13oz. A sister for Harry. Lots of love to Steve and Hayley. From Dad and Mum. XX
HAMPTON
HAMPTON REG Seven years gone by since you passed away. But locked in our hearts you will always stay. From your ever loving wife Barbara and family.
WARWICK-MOORE
WARWICK-MOORE ELSIE Dear Mum, died January 28th 1991. Love always Joan and Alan. XXX
JEMMA
JEMMA KOSTEN Happy 18th Birthday Have a great day. With lots of love Dad and Diane. XX
EMMA
EMMA GRANSDEN HAPPY 18TH BIRTHDAY With all our love to a lovely, special grand-daughter. Good luck. Love Nan and Grandad. xxx
EMMA
EMMA GRANSDEN HAPPY 18th Lots of luck for Uni and the future. Mum, Ben, Vicky, Amie and Chloe. XXXXX
PARKER
PARKER KATE A much loved Nan and 'Little Nan' who will be sadly missed and never forgotten by us all. Joanne, Mike, Julie, Debbie, Dave and their families. Lots of fond memories. Crumbs Nan, we'll miss you.
McWILLIAMS
McWILLIAMS ALAN Gone but never forgotten. You will always be in my heart. Lots of love always. Carol & family. xx
SIBLEY
SIBLEY ARCHIBALD GEORGE 12/05/1922 - 21/01/2003 Ex Southampton Police, Royal Artillery Signals and Swiss Life Insurance Manager. Beloved husband to Rosemary Rita (Nee Hawkins) his life partner. A caring and loving father to his children,…
PARKER
PARKER CATHERINE Late of Itchen Passed away in her 100th year on January 23rd, 2003. --------- Funeral service on Monday, February 3rd, 2003 at 1.00 p.m at Peartree Church. Followed by Interment at St Mary Extra Cemetery. Flowers to B. Matthews…
COLLETT
COLLETT KERRY JAMES Peacefully at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital on January 23rd, aged 19 years. Much loved son of Lee and Philip, loving brother of Annabelle, Angelena and Harry and a much loved grandson, nephew, cousin and friend of many. Funeral…
DENTON
DENTON RAY Will be very sadly missed. Happy memories of days gone by. God Bless. Joyce.
PERRY
PERRY ARTHUR Passed away on Friday, January 24th, 2003. Brother of Joe, brother-in-law of Pat, uncle of Andrew and family. Rest in Peace. "Goodnight Bisto"
PARKER
PARKER CATHERINE (KATE) (Nee MASON) Fell asleep peacefully on Thursday, January 23rd. Much loved and precious Mum of Doreen, Marion, Eileen and Marg and their husbands Joe, Jack, Ray and Bob. Thank you for a lifetime of love Mum. Say hello to Dad and…
MOORE
MOORE PETER 65 Today. Happy Birthday Darling. Have a well earned retirement after 42 years as a milkman. Your loving wife Pat. X X

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And Railtrack said bridge was safe . . !

Peru beckons

Why his honour doesn't mind being seen as a figure of fun

Humility and a changing world

Research on Parkinson's Disease

Diamond Day for James and Alice

Guide focusing on old and new

Passing the time

Argument turns over Mill plans

Heavenly reason

Even more homes for Stanmore

Planners favour depot site

Business Awards off to flying start

Smiling through the rain

Robust action on truancy

Pete ekes out a living

In a time warp!

ONLY 1 IN 3 WANT WAR

Architectural design awards kick-off

New additions to Hedge End retail park

Not so elementary conversion

Developing a century

Air Traffic staff to fly south

Ralph, defender of the Forest, dies aged 83

Property hunt helps homeless

We're gearing up for tough charity trek

Obituary: Pat Asa Thomas

Obituary: Susan Miles

Centre for expelled bursting at seams

FISHING - Bumper catch for children's charities

Burglars wont get easy ride

You're not listening, villagers tell planners

Cool reception for higher education fees

999 crash unacceptable

Police take lead on stray dogs

Fined £18,000 after roof fall

We still have public support, claim firefighters

MP's soccer brief

Shock as council admits recycled rubbish is dumped

In Port

Hughes gets an Eastleigh rest

Cup ties galore for City

Stags snap up striker Jackson

New course in full swing for summer

County's boost for hospice

Slap on the wrist for councillor

Care home will please planners

On his bike

Smart card just the ticket

Cheering up the waiting room

Good news and bad for grant applicants

Council owes College £40,000

Shopper targeted

Join prison watchdog

Hero PC wades in

Not guilty verdict as case collapses

Police charges to rise by 20%

PubWatch appoints new chairman

Inquiry hears of school's fears

Steve goes back to basics in America

Crackdown on drink crime

Dramatic bid for Freedom takes centre stage

Fran: great to be back

Saints set for £1m cup boost as Sky choose Millwall replay

'Fantastic week' for loyal Oakley

Saints defend themselves over Millwall fans' switch

Confusion over warship deal

Providing medical treatment and aid

QE2 passes new health inspection

Investing in future cruising

Training core workers

Please replace our post offices

MP's warning over dumped cars threat

Cones cut back in bid to ease chaos

We won a school concert by Busted!

Images of city on right track

£11m to slash waiting times

South fares best in matters of the heart