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Parents across the city don't know how they'll cope following the closure of four nurseries. 

A deal involving the YMCA, the city council and care providers has fallen through. 

It means that pre-schools in Millbrook, Newtown, Townhill and Weston will shut. 

Michele Munday, 31, will be forced to work fewer hours so she can look after her daughter.  

Meanwhile, Melissa Ryves faces an extra school run as she will have to take her children to two different sites. 

The council says it is committed to finding a solution, however, this is not a 'straightforward process'. 

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Southampton has been ranked as one of the worst places to live in England.

Offended?

It comes 22nd on the annual list from the satirical website iLiveHere.co.uk

The rating is based on the opinions of more than 100,000 people. 

The city previously came in at 50th in 2022. 

Shirley High Street, Townhill Park, Midanbury and Northam are some of the areas facing "sarcastic criticism" on the page.

However, the Daily Echo believes Southampton is a great place to live - and this is why. 

And finally, it's almost the weekend!

Take a look at some of these revellers at Jumpin’ Jaks nightclub enjoying themselves twenty years ago.

What are your memories of the popular venue?

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Yours,

Ben Fishwick

Editor, Southern Daily Echo

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