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Developers pledge commercial space increase at student scheme

By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter

portswood shopping centre 600px jan 24Developers have agreed to make changes to a major student accommodation scheme in Portswood by increasing commercial space in an attempt to secure planning permission.

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'The absolute definition of a community activist': friends group pays tribute to Doug Perry

Doug Perry 1Local group The Friends of Riverside Park has paid tribute to longstanding member and former chair Doug Perry, who has passed away aged 93.

 

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Car fire causes road closure at the Triangle

car fire at triangle 10 12 25 Matt HillA car fire at the Triangle on Wednesday evening (Dec 10) caused a short road closure as emergency services dealt with the clear-up.
Photo: Matt Hill

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Paffey pushes Bitterne banking hub case

Darren Paffey in Bitterne 2 April 2025 cropped suppliedMP for Southampton Itchen Darren Paffey (Lab) has urged a reassessment by LINK on its decision that Bitterne doesn’t need a banking hub following four bank branch closures in as many years.

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Triangle: Licence approved for Compton's Cocktails

By Natalia Forero, Local Democracy Reporter

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A new cocktail bar in Bitterne Park has been granted permission to serve alcohol and play both live and recorded music.

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Bin collection days set to change

bins in a row 600pxThe council is due to introduce new permanent household bin collection days in January.

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Southampton joins coalition opposing gambling ads

Marie Finn Gordon Cooper pic CEGASouthampton City Council has become the first city-status authority to join the Coalition to End Gambling Ads (CEGA), a group of more than 30 organisations calling for tougher restrictions on gambling advertising.

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Fresh calls for clearer signs at Woodmill as vehicles keep getting stuck

woodmill width limit sign 2 20251125 111305Updated: There have been calls for better signage to warn drivers of larger vehicles about the possible pitfalls of driving over Woodmill Bridge after a spate of reported incidents.

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Protesting groups again face off at Highfield House Hotel

highfield house hotel 2 groups 600px 20251130 154135Protesting groups again faced each other on Sunday afternoon outside Highfield House Hotel, following a march through Portswood organised by Southampton Stand Up to Racism. 

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Asylum seeker hotel protesters will be asked to attend council meeting

 By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter

three women stand up to racism banners 20250822 175048Protesters and counter protesters who have repeatedly gathered outside a Southampton hotel housing asylum seekers will be asked to attend a council meeting to discuss issues around the demonstrations.

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Council confirms four-day festive parking offer in district centres

SCC parking sign GP 600px 20180315 114237Southampton City Council has announced four free weekend parking days in district centre car parks, including Bitterne and Portswood, in the run up to Christmas.

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Conservatives call for proactive approach on driverless vehicles

By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter

driverless car autonomous vehicle erik mclean WEGBJ1Nal1Y unsplashCouncil bosses are being urged to position Southampton at the front of the queue for driverless technology.

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New weekly food waste collection details announced

By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter

food waste caddy open 600pxDetails on the roll-out of weekly food waste collections in Southampton have been revealed by the council.

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Listen: Join a community choir? Interview with Delicious Sounds Choir leader

Fiona Funnell interview 400pxFiona Funnell, leader of Southampton’s Delicious Sounds Choir, talks to bitternepark.info about what draws people to join a community choir.

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St Denys pub 'burgled' twice in five days

Woodies at The Junction 600px 20230911 125718A St Denys pub has said it's been "burgled" for the second time in five days.

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Highfield House Hotel protests should move - Lib Dems

 By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter

highfield house hotel protest both sides 20250822 175937Calls are being made for protests outside a Southampton hotel that is housing asylum seekers to be moved to a city centre location.

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Residents invited to have their say on next year’s council budget

civic centre 600p 20250619 150334Southampton City Council is asking residents to share their views on how local services should be funded and prioritised as it prepares its 2026/27 budget.

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Police appeal after vehicles smashed at Utilita Bowl

police car rear at night 600pxPolice investigating an incident, where thousands of pounds worth of criminal damage was caused at the Utilita Bowl in West End, are appealing for information and witnesses to the incident.

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Warning issued over winter fuel payment scam texts

mobile phone hands 1851218 640 pixabayResidents are being urged to watch out for scam text messages claiming to offer access to Winter Fuel Payments.

 

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Nearly 33 months on, pontoon repairs continue. Ready by… errr?

pontoon 8 11 25Nearly 33 months after the Riverside Park pontoon was first reported broken, a new bridge and fittings have been fabricated and await galvanising before reinstallation.

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Proposed operator for water sports facility named

By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter

Southampton Water Activities Centre LDRSThe new proposed operator of Southampton Water Activities Centre (SWAC), it has been revealed.

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Engagement push for major upgrade to Northam traffic route

By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter

Northam Rail Bridge LDRSNew details of major proposals to replace an ageing road bridge in Southampton have been revealed.

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ATM removal leaves hole for local cash users

triangle cashpoint removedThe 24-hour cashpoint outside the newsagent at the Triangle now appears to have been removed, leaving a boarded-up space where the ATM was once available.

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Music venue The Joiners safeguarded through community ownership

joiners exterior 25 2 2010 600pxLong-standing music venue The Joiners in St Mary’s Street, hosting live music since 1968, will be protected from possible closure after being brought into community ownership.

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Council defers Portswood student block decision

By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter

portswood shopping centre wider view jan 24 600pxThe decision on plans for a major student accommodation scheme in Portswood has been deferred.

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Cemetery tree chop: airport agrees to four-for-one swap

By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter

Chapel at South Stoneham Cemetery SCCSouthampton Airport has agreed to plant four times the number of trees it plans to remove from South Stoneham Cemetery.

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City gallery set to reopen next March following major refurb

southampton central library and art gallery entrance 3 7 23600pxThe council has announced that Southampton City Art Gallery is preparing to welcome back visitors following its refurbishment.

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Police appeal following alleged sexual offence

police car sign etienne godiard OWD1xQ8eJko unsplashPolice are appealing for information and witnesses following a sexual offence reported in October on Cemetery Road.

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Firefighters simulate plane crash - exercise at Southampton Airport

plane crash simulation HIWFRSFirefighters took part in a plane crash training exercise at Southampton Airport on October 23.
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Volunteers build insect homes in Riverside Park

Bug homes supplied 600pxVolunteers gathered on Saturday (Oct 25) in Riverside Park to help create habitats for bees, butterflies, moths and other insects, boosting the park’s biodiversity.

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Community Pantry and Cafe
Bitterne Station, MacNaghten Road, Southampton SO18 1GG
Friday May 1, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
"The Art House Pop Up Pantry offers pay-as-you-feel groceries including fresh produce...


Cobbett Brick Club Lego group
Cobbett Road library, SO18 1HL
Friday May 1, 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
"Are you aged 6-13 and want to spend an hour with friends building new creative inven...


Free Shop Saturday - Swaythling railway station
Swaythling railway station
Saturday May 2, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Free food and vegetables avoiding food waste. Not a food bank, just free food...


Dad's Lego Breakfast
Ascension Church Cafe, Thorold Road, Southampton SO18 1HZ
Saturday May 2, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
"The Dad’s Lego Breakfast is a friendly run space for Dad’s to connect with other Dad...


Community Bio Blitz
Riverside Park entrance north off Woodmill car park
Saturday May 2, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Parent & Baby/Toddler Hour
Cobbett Road, Southampton, SO18 1HL
Tuesday May 5, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Weekly Parent and Baby/Toddler Hour at Cobbett Road Library. See main story. Check ...


Community Pantry and Cafe
Bitterne Station, MacNaghten Road, Southampton SO18 1GG
Friday May 8, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
"The Art House Pop Up Pantry offers pay-as-you-feel groceries including fresh produce...


Cobbett Brick Club Lego group
Cobbett Road library, SO18 1HL
Friday May 8, 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
"Are you aged 6-13 and want to spend an hour with friends building new creative inven...


Bat Walk
Woodmill Lane Car Park
Friday May 8, 8:15 PM -
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Free Shop Saturday - Swaythling railway station
Swaythling railway station
Saturday May 9, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Free food and vegetables avoiding food waste. Not a food bank, just free food...


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