BLACKFIELD & Langley overcame the unexpected loss of ex-Saint Kevin Gibbens to reach the Russell Cotes Cup final with a 5-1 win at New Milton Town tonight. Having planned set-pieces around Gibbens, manager John Robson got a 4.30pm call from
Baffins Milton Rovers beat in form Winchester Castle 3-0 to reach the final of the Puma Engineering League Cup in a tight semi-final tonight. The Portsmouth-based side, the cup holders, were up against a Castle outfit that had gone unbeaten since
England retain hope that Southampton-born Mike Brown will participate in Sunday’s RBS 6 Nations showdown with Ireland after completing the latest stage in the return to play protocols for concussion. Former Peter Symonds College student Brown was
HAMPSHIRE’S folk-rock hero Frank Turner will make a headlining appearance at this year’s Reading and Leeds Festival. The Winchester rocker, famed for his raucous brand of punk-driven brand of folk, will headline the Festival Republic stage at the
HAMPSHIRE Conservative MPs were defeated in their bid to toughen the law that bans abortion on the grounds of gender. Five county MPs backed a controversial amendment to update 1967 legislation that was drafted before it was possible to identify
A CYCLIST was injured in a collision with a vehicle in a Hampshire city centre this afternoon. He was taken by ambulance to Southampton General Hospital with what a spokeswoman for the South Central Ambulance Service described as “non life-threatening
Chelsea midfielder Nemanja Matic's will be available to face Saints next month after learning his suspension has been reduced from three matches to two by an independent regulatory commission. Matic was due to serve the final game of his ban when
A HAMPSHIRE inventor is hoping to seal up a $10 billion industry after winning a global patent for ‘3D zips’. Wendy Howard, based in Winchester, has won the exclusive rights to technology which allows fastenings to go around corners in three dimensions
POLICE have released two people without charge as they continue their investigations into a stabbing in Southampton. A man was left with multiple stab wounds following the attack on the Golden Grove estate in the centre of the city yesterday morning
A SOUTHAMPTON teenager will follow her father’s footsteps into the construction industry after securing a place on a graduate recruitment programme. Grace Palmer, 18, completed work experience at Barratt Homes while studying A-levels and originally
STAFF from a Hampshire house builder will be moving into a landmark office building as part of a £1.5 million deal. Scores of officer workers from Taylor Wimpey will be taking over a vacant office block at Wessex Business Park after a deal was
A MAN has been bailed after a woman was the victim of a sexual assault in Hampshire. As reported, police are appealing for information after a 20-year-old woman was attacked in the early hours of Sunday (February 22) in an alleyway near Harvester
AN awards ceremony showcasing the best in business will raise thousands for a frontline lifesaving team. Community First Responders has been chosen as the charity of the year for the upcoming Test Valley Business Awards. The cash will help
IT was an unusual ‘day at the office’ for nine youngsters as they learned about the role of the emergency services. With everything from safety presentations to learning how firefighters cut people from cars, the Winchester City Council apprentices
AN investment firm has spent £37m on a Southampton industrial park which it says will provide it with a “long, secure income”. Endeavour Park, located on the Millbrook Trading Estate, has been acquired by Aviva Investors after taking advice from
NEWS that Julian Lloyd Webber – one of the world’s finest and most influential classical musicians will perform in Hampshire this week has surprised many. The world renowned cellist stepped down from his gruelling concert schedule last summer after
It’s always a gamble the guest list for an intimate dinner at home. Anything could throw plans awry. Your old friend from college you have not seen for 15 years has developed serious instability tendencies and an unhealthy interest in your kitchen
The baroque tale of the tormented, reclusive phantom, his musical protege and the world of opera is a large scale show that places considerable demands on its players. While never lacking in either their ambitions or the quality of their performances
My first review for this Havant company, at their excellent venue, The Spring, proved to be well worth the trip down the M27. The work, from the pens of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) playwrights Adam Long, Reed Hudson and
POLICE want to speak to this man after he was caught on camera by anti-theft technology on a stolen mobile phone. Officers say the man was caught on the camera after its owner reported it had been taken while she was at Planet Ice at Gosport Leisure
A SELL-out concert at the Lighthouse Poole greeted Rumer on the first leg of an 11-day UK tour. The singer/songwriter, pictured, also known as Sarah Joyce, thanked the crowd for coming to the concert but it was entirely the audience’s pleasure.
Hands up who remembers Marek Saganowski, one of the Saints’ most impressive loan signings of modern times? Eight years ago today he scored the only goal in a St Mary’s victory over Ipswich. In all, he struck ten times in 12 games while on loan
SPECIALIST police officers have swooped on a house in Southampton. Officers from the Met Police and Hampshire Constabulary burst their way into the detached home in Oakley Road, Millbrook, around 10am this morning. At least eight officers emerged
FAREHAM Liberal Democrats have announced a “young and energetic” candidate to fight the upcoming general election. Matthew Winnington, currently a Portsmouth City Councillor for the Eastney and Craneswater ward, will contest for the vacant Fareham
CELEBRITIES were out in force in Southampton last night for a glitzy birthday bash. Hollywood film bosses and celebs including TV veteran Esther Rantzen and Hampshire Olympic diver Pete Waterfield were among the 350 guests to walk down the red
A HAMPSHIRE grandmother of five died after suffering multi-organ failure following an operation at Southampton General Hospital an inquest heard. Retired nurse Cynthia Geddes, 80, from Ringwood underwent the operation after she was diagnosed with
Police are appealing for witnesses following an attempted burglary at a Hampshire cafe. The suspect tried to break into Lillies Tearooms in the High Street, Stockbridge at about 8.20pm before driving off in a Vauxhall Astra which reportedly had
TRANSPORT bosses will be challenged to create a new link road to alleviate congestion in Hampshire. Eastleigh Borough Council backed a call by member Paul Bicknell, who wants Hampshire County Council to investigate the possibility of a new road
A CHARITY is calling on parents in Southampton to talk to their children more about health issues – particularly cancer. According to a survey by male cancer charity Orchid, 46 per cent of Southampton parents do not regularly speak to their children
HELP save a life in schools with the Daily Echo – that is the message from a Saints legend, who is calling for businesses in Southampton to do their part to keep schoolchildren safe and healthy. Former Saints manager Lawrie McMenemy has been a
RESIDENTS had their first glimpse of a potential housing scheme on the site of a former school in Southampton. Dozens of people gathered at Lordshill Community Centre to look at the plans which will see homes and flats built on what was once Oaklands
VOLUNTEERS are being sought to help maintain standards of fairness, decency and care at Winchester Prison. Its Independent Monitoring Board, which ensures inmates are treated fairly, is seeking new members willing to spend a few days a month at
EASTLEIGH councillors have voted to freeze council tax as part of an annual budget. Keith House, leader of Eastleigh Borough Council, hailed the move as “refreshing” during a lengthy speech backing budget proposals. Members of the borough council
PROSTHETIC limbs similar to the bionic hand used by Luke Skywalker in Star Wars could soon be a possibility following the launch of a new research project. The £1.4 million programme will focus on how to produce a hand that can sense pressure and
COUNTY councillors of all parties have formed a united front to fight for a better deal for Hampshire. They will send a cross-party letter urging Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government Eric Pickles to stop cutting the authority
THE Romans are back – but don’t worry, this time they are not invading Britain. Winchester’s City Museum played host to Roman legionnaires and citizens to bring 2,000-year-old history to life. They spent two days at the museum in The Square
THE son of one of the world’s most famous actors is bringing his band to Southampton for a headline gig. The Dough Rollers, which features Harrison Ford’s son Malcolm, will play at the The Brook, in Portswood Road, on Saturday. Singer and guitarist
Sir Malcolm Rifkind is to quit as an MP at the general election amid fresh pressure over cash-for-access allegations following an undercover sting. The Tory former foreign secretary said he had also stepped aside as chair of the parliamentary Intelligence
COMMUTERS were caught in a traffic jam when a stand-off began at a pinch-point on a busy Southampton road. Motorists and bus passengers were delayed getting to work when the driver of a car and the driver of a bus battled it out for right of way
SHE'S one of the most recognisable singers in the world - and she is headlining one of the biggest music festivals Southampton has ever seen. Grace Jones will headline the Sunday night of the Common People festival on Southampton Common on May
MOTORISTS can expect severe delays on a busy Hampshire motorway after a rush hour smash this morning. Part of the M27 westbound carriageway is blocked close to junction 11 near Fareham following an accident. At least one vehicle was in a collision
Hampshire Cricket have signed experienced all-rounder Gareth Berg on a contract until the end of the season. The 34-year-old, who spent seven years at Lord’s playing for Middlesex, will be available in all formats for the club. Berg said: “
England head coach Stuart Lancaster will take no risks over the rehabilitation of former Hampshire student Mike Brown, who appears increasingly unlikely to play in the crunch RBS 6 Nations clash against Ireland this weekend. Southampton-born Brown
Morgan Schneiderlin has today been linked with a £25m summer move to Barcelona – despite the fact the Spanish club cannot sign any players this summer. The Daily Express claims that the Catalan giants will move for the French midfielder after another
FATHER-of-five accused of conspiring to steal a JCB digger worth £45,000 has spoken of his relief after being found not guilty. Terry Moody was mortified when he discovered that police believed he was part of a plot to steal the expensive piece
FROM Greek Gods to the animals of Noah’s ark – youngsters took to the stage for the ultimate dance competition. Rock Challenge 2015 Night One - in pictures >> Rock Challenge 2015 Videos >> Rock Challenge 2015
Millbrook put in a below par performance but still managed victory at bottom side Alton as the three leading Snows Group Hampshire 1 clubs registered bonus point wins. Newcomer Darren Leggott opened the scoring and Rich Colmer converted to put
Trojans took what could turn out to be a major step towards staving off relegation and, at the same time, put a huge dent in Eastleigh’s promotion hopes. The arch rivals met at Bishopstoke Road at the weekend on the back of a comfortable London
THESE images show a bold new vision for what Southampton could look like in the future. They were created by university students, who have been challenged to become Southampton’s own Christopher Wren and one day create the new architecture that
JAMES Roden’s return to central defence gave Folland Sports the steel they needed to get back to winning ways against lowly Christchurch. After losing five Sydenhams Premier games on the bounce, the Planemakers hit back with a 3-1 victory courtesy
THE Ageas Bowl is the new home of Hedge End Running Club. Established in November 2012, Hedge End Running Club has more than 250 members and will be based at the Ageas Bowl as part of Hampshire Cricket in the Community’s aim to promote healthy
Fareham table tennis ace Jonny McMullan was a star turn against the best young players in England when he competed at the Cadet Masters. The 13-year-old Henry Cort School student was the lowest-ranked player at the event, which brings together
FEAR has been sparked over the future of a historic Hampshire learning institution after a university admitted it is carrying out a business review. There is a question mark over the future of Warsash Maritime Academy which is run by Southampton
James Ward-Prowse insists Filip Djuricic can help Saints improve their cutting edge. Sunday’s 2-0 defeat to Liverpool marked Djuricic’s first start for the club, with the Serbia international proving a lively presence. The midfielder, who is
A late try from captain Zach Kinnaird gave Winchester a hard-earned, nailbiting victory over Warlingham – and kept his side in the London 2 South-West promotion race. Winchester just managed to keep the top two in sight with the 18-17 success at
Sydenhams One leaders Team Solent strengthened their position with a 2-0 home win over US Portsmouth – Jesse Waller Lassen and Rafael Williams da Costa the scorers. Hythe & Dibden player-boss Lee Burch opened the scoring against Downton before
IT’S been seven weeks in the making, but Fawley AFC are finally celebrating their first Sydenhams Premier win of 2015. After a so-so first-half performance at Brockenhurst on Saturday, the Oilers came good for a 3-2 victory – their first three-point
2013 - Newcastle 4 Saints 2. An early goal from Morgan Schneiderlin kept Saints in front for half an hour, until Newcastle hit back twice before the break through Moussa Sissoko and Papiss Cisse. Rickie Lambert levelled five minutes into the second
DEJAN Lovren has claimed referee Kevin Friend did a “great job” at St Mary’s on Sunday. The match official was on the receiving end of a barrage of abuse – both from the Saints fans inside the ground and on social media – after failing to award
Fordingbridge consolidated their fourth place in Hampshire 1 with a 35-22 home win over Petersfield. Bridge led 18-7 at the break with tries from Mat Norton and Dan Brown – with Norton kicking a conversion and a couple of penalties. Petersfield
Tottonians were given a stern test by the only side to have beaten them this term – but they came through it with a bonus point win. The London 2 South-West home victory over Old Alleynians maintained the leaders’ six-point cushion over London
LYMINGTON Town boss John Pyatt hailed the motivational input of skipper Darren Ritchie following Saturday’s 4-1 Sydenhams Premier win at home to Alresford Town. Ritchie was himself on the scoresheet, along with Carlo Tate, James Davis and Oakley
VERWOOD Town’s joint biggest Sydenhams Premier victory has left manager Carl Poore with a tricky selection dilemma. The Potters, promoted to the top flight in 2012, brought Newport IoW’s five-match winning run – all clean sheets – screeching to
FORMER Blackfield & Langley and Sholing striker Alex Baldacchino got the ball rolling for AFC Portchester as they stretched their unbeaten run to 11 league and cup games at the expense of Hamworthy United on Saturday. A goal either side of
SCOTT Joyce struck the killer blows as a tired looking Horndean side ran out of steam 2-0 at Bemerton Heath Harlequins. Joyce scored early in the game and netted another late on to deflate a Deans side still feeling the after-effects of last Tuesday
Lymington Triathlon’s James Phillips went one better than in 2014 by sealing victory at the Winchester 10k. Phillips, second in last year’s race, was top dog on Sunday as he crossed the finish line in 34 minutes and ten seconds. Winchester
DETECTIVES are today continuing to investigate a serious daytime knife attack in a Southampton community. Four people have been arrested following the stabbing on the Golden Grove estate in the centre of the city. The 34-year-old victim received
IT'S official - one of the most famous sisters in the world is coming to Southampton. The Daily Echo can now reveal that Khloé Kardashian will be bringing her sass and lavish party style to the city in April. She is part of one of the biggest
ALL eyes will be on Southampton tonight as a one-off controversial documentary hits television screens nationwide. Hampshire police will have extra patrols in the city to reassure residents as the one-hour Immigration Street programme is aired.
FIVE men have been arrested in connection with a conspiracy to sell drugs in the Southampton area. Specialist police swooped on nine homes in the South today as part of a huge joint operation involving officers from across the region. Crews
A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of rape following a sexual assault in Hampshire. Police are appealing for information after a 20-year-old woman was the victim of a sexual assault in an alleyway near Harvester Way, Lymington, in the early hours
MOTORISTS are being warned to plan their journeys ahead of nearly two weeks of closures on a Hampshire motorway. Sections of the M271 both north and southbound at Nursling, Southampton, will be closed overnight from 10pm-6am for ten nights, which
