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Police ‘determined’ to solve murder as £20,000 reward offered
Police say they remain determined to solve a Southampton murder as Crimestoppers renew a £20,000 reward for information.
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Aerial images show Southampton pub drying out from latest floods
These fascinating aerial drone shots capture The White Swan pub at Mansbridge and its surroundings drying out after the latest floods.
Man to appear in court charged with rape of teen in Southampton
A Southampton man has been charged with rape following an incident involving a 19-year-old woman.
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'Eyesore' boat removed by owner after being abandoned on street for months
The long‑abandoned boat that had been frustrating residents in St Martin’s Street for months has now been removed
Former teacher could be set to move out of abandoned restaurant after flat offer
A former teacher who had been living in an abandoned restaurant after becoming homeless has been offered a flat.
Assault of police and drivers banned from the road - In the Dock
The following cases were heard at Southampton Magistrates' Court
Anger as city centre roadworks spark fears for struggling businesses
A set of road works in Southampton City Centre have sparked anger from city centre traders and taxi drivers who warn road works are killing the high street.
90s versus the 00s - tickets on sale for Bongo's Bingo special in Southampton
It's the nineties versus the noughties at Bongo's Bingo in Southampton this April.
Van driver who fraudulently used blue badge made 'a mockery of the system'
A construction worker made a "mockery of the system" using a fake blue badge to park in a disabled bay, directly outside the city council building
Entrepreneur to open new store in Southampton with rare items
A vintage clothing entrepreneur who started out selling from his parents’ house is bringing his fast-growing brand to Southampton.
'Gentle giant' drowned in pool while on holiday in Tenerife
Peter Appleton, 53, of Southampton, drowned at Catalonia Punta Del Rey Hotel in Tenerife on May 21, 2025.
SO: Cultured - Shining a light on the stories of Southampton
I originally trained as a professional dancer, spending my early twenties performing around the world.
Community stalwart described as 'strong and committed' after suffering cardiac arrest
Tributes have been paid to a leading figure in the Sikh community after he suffered a cardiac arrest.
Mercedes driver tried to get out of parking fines with fake breakdown receipts
A 24-year-old has been ordered to pay more than £1,100 after admitting fraud offences linked to parking tickets issued in Southampton.
Warning as New Forest hospital to take on extra patients after Southampton fire
Lymington New Forest Hospital is set to receive extra patients after a fire forced the closure of more than 200 beds in Southampton General Hospital.
Teen arrested after 30 wraps of heroin and crack found hidden in underwear
An 18-year-old was arrested after 30 wraps of heroin and crack cocaine were found hidden in his underwear.
Another weather warning issued for Southampton as heavy rain and flooding set to hit
More heavy rain is expected across the county as a weather warning has been issued by the Met Office.
Hospital charity pledges £12,500 for staff and patients after fire horror
Following a fire that tore through part of Southampton General Hospital, its charity has provided £12,500 in immediate support.
Potholes 'the size of craters' damage Mercedes as resident blasts council
A woman said she is living on a road with potholes “the size of craters”, which she says have ripped off the bottom of her car.
The hidden past of beloved pier trains used to transport volatile and deadly weapons
Hampshire's Hythe Pier Railway is famous worldwide for its narrow-gauge engines, which chug along the oldest pier train in continuous use on Earth.