THE body of an elderly woman was found in the water near a golf club. Emergency services were called to the scene in Barton on Wednesday afternoon. A coastguard helicopter, a coastguard team from Lymington, RNLI lifeboats from Mudeford and
TRIBUTES have been paid to a man who "will be sorely missed" and who is believed to have been murdered. Daniel Blakeman died following a crash between a pushbike and a van on Waterloo Road on July 17, has paid tribute to him. The 35-year-old
As it hots up, people naturally want to use more water at home – but to help keep supplies running, please be considerate and only use what you need. Our teams work hard to keep your taps and toilets flowing 24/7, but the past few months we’ve
THUNDERSTORMS are expected to continue hitting Southampton and Hampshire for four days from today. The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning of thunderstorms for the city, with a risk of heavy rain, flash flooding, hail and lightning.
A STRANGE shadow cast a "highway" in the sky last night over Hampshire as the sun set. A peculiar shape was formed in the sky over Hampshire last night, caused by clouds and the setting of the sun. Daily Echo Camera Club members were busy last
A WOMAN allegedly spat in a police officer's face as she was arrested on suspicion of supplying drugs. On Friday, August 7, police were called to an address on Leigh Road, Eastleigh, at around 7.30pm. Officers were called to reports of an assault
THE identity of a body has been revealed after a search was launched to find a missing jet skier last week. Police have formally identified that the jet skier that disappeared after leaving Lymington on August 5 is of 33-year-old Elezaj Shkelzen
Lexus LC Convertible The Lexus LC Convertible offers the potential for a fresh direction for this premium Japanese brand. Jonathan Crouch reports. Ten Second Review The LC Convertible is, says Lexus, "one of the most sought-after vehicles
LDV V80 (2016–2020) By Jonathan Crouch Models Covered Large van (2.5 diesel – 136hp) Introduction Van brand LDV returned to the commercial vehicle market in 2016 with this large-segment V80 model. True, it doesn't have the sophistication
Renault's Master has been given the once over as part of a rejuvenated LCV range. Jonathan Crouch reports. Ten Second Review The Renault Master has been a mainstay of the large van sector for some time now, along with its siblings, the Nissan
STUDENTS across the county will be nervously awaiting their A level results today. We are running a live blog to cover the big occasion, which you can read by clicking here. To see all the photos from today, scroll through the gallery above
2:05pm Ed Ralls has achieved a triple grade distinction for a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Uniform Services, at Fareham
A SEARCH has been launched for a man wanted for offences including assaults, criminal damage, and harassment. Police are appealing to the public for information and say that Stephen McCarthy, 37, is most likely in the Shirley area of Southampton
TODAY is the day when higher-education students up and down the country get piece of mind regarding their A-levels. After a painstaking wait, hundreds of students across Hampshire will find out if they obtained the grades they were hoping for.
A MAN accused of making indecent images of children is due at crown court. Bruce Duncan Goff is alleged to have made indecent images of children in Portswood, Southampton between December 14, 2017 and July 20, 2018. The term “making” can mean
A SOUTHAMPTON man is due at crown court facing drug dealing charges. Timothy Lee Tritta is accused of possessing cocaine and diamorphine with intent to supply. It comes following an incident on April 18. The 45-year-old of Carpathia Drive
ARCHAEOLOGISTS have started work delving below the ground in central Winchester. The city council commissioned the work to help inform future development of the site, known as the Central Winchester Regeneration or Silver Hill. But anyone expecting
PLANNING chiefs are studying a proposal to extend a Waterside business. New Forest District Council has received an application to build a single-storey extension to the Motorist Discount Centre in Fairview Parade, Hythe. The application says
MORE drugs are being uncovered by staff during searches at Winchester prison, new figures reveal. It comes as drug finds in jails across England and Wales reached a record high – but prison reform charity the Howard League has warned confiscations
WITH lockdown I’ve walked a lot more in our amazing city. I walk to work, and I enjoy walking along the banks of the Itchen. Sadly, some people that visit our river leave their rubbish behind. And the beauty of the river is ruined by this selfish
WELCOME to the world the latest new arrivals from across the region. Times may be far from normal just now but life carries on regardless, and we gave new parents who have had an arrival during lockdown and the coronavirus pandemic the chance to
ITCHEN College will provide shuttle buses to enable a return to full-time learning. The college in Bitterne is ready to welcome students back to full time, campus-based learning by introducing a new timetable structure and a shuttle bus arrangement
WELCOME to the world the latest new arrivals from across the region. Times may be far from normal just now but life carries on regardless, and we gave new parents who have had an arrival during lockdown and the coronavirus pandemic the chance to
TWO Southampton childhood friends are celebrating a 25-year milestone working by each other’s side. It all started when Kevin Asher and Colin Bunclark, who work at freight and logistics company Meachers Global Logistics together, spent their childhood
NERVOUS pupils across Hampshire are set to open an envelope to their future today. While many will be hoping to get into university, others may be going onto apprenticeships or taking on full-time work. Many parents and guardians have their fingers
A MAN who repeatedly slammed a dog in a door has been slapped with a community order. Police dog Ernie “yelped and howled in pain” as Ernest Piotr Kujawski slammed a door against him. Kujawski shouted incoherently and threatened to kill the
A GIN distillery that turned “wasted” alcohol into sanitiser during the coronavirus lockdown has begun full-scale production in partnership with a Hampshire distributor. Conker Spirit has teamed up with Ringwood-based Comax UK, which supplies hospitality
PLANNING chiefs have rejected proposals to build a house in the New Forest National Park. The National Park Authority refused to support an application relating to a parcel of land north west of Dene Lodge in Vaggs Lane, Hordle. The applicants
PLANS to open a cycle hire facility in the New Forest have been given the go-ahead - despite several objections to the scheme. The Lymington-based National Park Authority (NPA) has approved the latest application to transform a former coal yard
A HAMPSHIRE pensioner enjoying a sunshine cruise was killed in a quayside accident caused by “systemic failures” at a Caribbean port. Janet Purkess was hit by an “unsafe” truck being driven by someone who was not licensed to operate the vehicle
A PROJECT working with disadvantaged children and young people in Winchester has been awarded over £22,000 to help support its vital services. Home-Start Winchester & Districts has been awarded a three-year grant of £22,923 to deliver weekly play
