Residents have until March 9 to comment on the latest iteration of Sovereign Housing Association’s plans to develop 84 dwellings on the former St Mary’s School sports field. Image: Google
Road closures were put in place on Monday on Hillside Avenue and Cobden Avenue (pictured).
Plans have been submitted to the council by Three UK Ltd to put in telecoms equipment, including a 16-metre high monopole and equipment cabinets, on a grass verge on Mousehole Lane, near High View Way.
by Laura Slominski
Scott Chilton, a 49-year-old police veteran with 31 years of experience, has taken up his position as Hampshire and Isle of Wight’s first ‘home grown’ chief constable, with a “commitment to provide exceptional local policing”.
Police have launched a new campaign to raise awareness of the dangers of using mobile phones while driving.
Repair work is due to takes place on Portswood Road from Monday morning (Feb 27).
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Southampton Area Talking Echo (SATE), a charity that produces a free audio newspaper for visually impaired residents, is seeking three or four volunteers with a few hours to spare to help with administration duties.
By Jamie Shapiro, Local Democracy Reporter
A new home for people with learning difficulties is set to be built in Bitterne Park after Southampton City Council’s granted planning permission.
It's goodbye from Sunday (Feb 19) to First's City Red buses in Southampton, and hello to several new Bluestar bus routes aiming to fill the gaps. Bluestar says many of these are the same as City Red's, but some route numbers will change.
By Jamie Shapiro, Local Democracy Reporter
A homeowner has been granted planning permission for an extension despite fears the house could become an HMO (House in Multiple Occupation). Image: Google
Residents thanked for “incredible generosity”
As we approach the first anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the council looks back on how the city has supported Ukrainian guests – and appeals for more homes and sponsors.
The remains of a motorbike that appears to have been destroyed by fire have been abandoned in Riverside Park.
Southampton’s largest craft brewery and taproom has closed, blaming Covid, Brexit and the cost of living crisis.
Those intending to vote at the local elections on May 4 will need to show photo identification to receive a ballot paper.
An inquiry focusing on “protecting, preserving and promoting the River Itchen in Southampton” holds its fifth meeting this month, which will look on how more people can enjoy the river.
By Jamie Shapiro, Local Democracy Reporter
Figures reveal Southampton is the worst place in the south east region for fly-tipping, although the city council says other local authorities may not be reporting figures properly.
The pontoon in Riverside Park, often used as a spot for bird-feeding and fishing, is to close temporarily for repairs.
Southampton Central Station is set for a £5.5 million revamp to upgrade the southern forecourt accessed from Western Esplanade.
Police were called at midnight on Sunday (Jan 22) to Vanguard Road following reports of a collision between a car and a pedestrian.
Extinction Rebellion (XR) Southampton and Friends of the Itchen Estuary protested at the Triangle on Saturday (Jan 28) about "the shocking state of the waterways" and what they say is the dumping of raw sewage into the Itchen. 'Read more' to watch a video >>
An “emergency action” was called in Southampton on Saturday (Jan 28), as one of around 24 events in England, in response to the current NHS crisis.
A cyclist and two pedestrians were reportedly bitten by a dog in Riverside Park last week.
Southampton City Council has won one of its levelling up bids for funds to develop Southampton Outdoor Sports Centre.
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An eight-week consultation on Southampton City Council’s (SCC) net zero strategy starts today (Jan 23).
Updated: Part of Macnaghten Road in Bittene Park has been taped off by police this morning (Jan 19). It followed a disturbance outside a house. Police have confirmed an arrest has been made. A Hampshire Constabulary spokesperson said:
By Jamie Shapiro, Local Democracy Reporter
A plan for extra traffic powers which will allow Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras across Southampton has been approved by the city council’s cabinet, and the first could appear in the summer – provided the Department for Transport agrees.
Updated: Tributes have been paid to a former head of Bitterne Park School.
A new project to turn Southampton into a better place for both wildlife and people has been launched.
Plested Bakehouse says on signage in the former Cotton’s bakery at the Triangle that it will be opening in February 2023 .
Plans have been submitted to the council to put in telecoms equipment, including a 15-metre high monopole, at Pinefield Road, adjacent to Meggeson Avenue. Image: Google
