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Independent school considering merging onto single site

By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter

gregg school google via ldrsThe Gregg School is considering relocating its prep school in Portswood to join the main school at Townhill Park House.
Photo: Google

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Church celebrates centenary with week of events

church of ascension thorold rd 20240816 160012A Bitterne Park church is marking 100 years since its building was consecrated with a week of centenary events from Tuesday, February 3, to Saturday, February 7.

 

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Petition: Sixth-former brands school meals ‘unhealthy slop’

kids eating dinner 600px annie spratt NAt6a3c3nz0 unsplashA sixth-form student has started an ePetition calling on the council to hold school catering companies accountable for the quality and cost of meals provided to children and young people.
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Webb confirmed as Labour candidate ahead of unpredictable local contest

Phil Webb FB 200pxWard councillor Phil Webb has confirmed he’s been re-selected for Labour in the May local elections, in what looks like being a particularly unpredictable contest.

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Hopes St George’s Day community event could ‘reframe flag challenges’

By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter

Toqeer Kataria head shoulders 600px 20250619 154724Plans are being drawn up for a diverse community event in Southampton to mark this year’s St George’s Day.

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Awaaz have left the building, but volunteers will keep the library books open

cobbett rd library banner sunIt has been revealed that the lease between the council and community-run Cobbett Road Library operator Awaaz FM has been terminated after about two years, with a charity now being offered an interim tenancy

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Demolition approved for former police station

By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter

 bitterne police station boarded up 23 6 21 600px P1020235Bitterne Police Station, which has sat unused for a decade, has moved a step closer to demolition.

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Protest over university’s plans for campus student flats

By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter

avenue campus LDRS 600pxResidents will take to the streets to protest against plans for hundreds of student flats on a university site.

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Slow traffic queues again in Bitterne Park

traffic on bond road 600px 14 1 26Some local roads in Bitterne Park were again gridlocked on Wednesday (Jan 14) following similar jams on Tuesday, both thought to be caused by disruption on the M27.

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Public could see River Itchen survey results next month

By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter

river itchen north of woodmill 20241214 120905The Environment Agency is expected to publish a report next month on its project to improve the ecosystem along the lower River Itchen, including Riverside Park.

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Asylum seeker hotel tensions flare at community meeting

By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter

Anti asylum seeker protesters outside Highfield House Hotel 8 1 26 ldrsTensions flared at a community meeting in Portswood as attempts were made to focus discussions on the use of a hotel as accommodation for asylum seekers.

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Police reject concerns Highfield neighbourhood meeting about banning protests

highfield sign stonePolice have rejected concerns that a Highfield neighbourhood meeting on Thursday is intended to discuss banning protests, ahead of a Police and Communities Together (PACT) session with residents.

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Songbird to close

jackie tomlin the songbird cafe supplied 460The Songbird cafe at The Triangle has announced it will close in April 2026.

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Ceno Restaurant in Portswood closes

cenos2 hhh zoomed bpi 600px jan 26Ceno Restaurant has announced it has closed after over 20 years, blaming “ongoing issues connected with the Highfield Hotel” in which it’s located, and which accommodates asylum seekers.

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Arrest after woman taken to hospital from Harcourt Road address

harcourt road general view 30 12 25A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a woman was taken to hospital from a Harcourt Road property with what's described as "a serious head injury".

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Revised Manor Farm Road flats proposal given go-ahead

41 Manor Farm Road 2025 12 09 145027 004A planning application to erect two one-bed flats at a Manor Farm Road property close to the Triangle has now been approved, with councillors granting conditional permission following an earlier refusal and a dismissed appeal.

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Doing it our way: Christmas comes alive in the Triangle

e crowd 20251220 141104Heralded by a flotilla of inclusive flags mysteriously appearing on lamp posts and bright blue skies after an unpredictable week, Christmas in the Triangle proceeded confidently on December 20, raising the bar and attracting the largest crowds seen in recent years. Read our report & see our picture gallery.

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Cruise parking firm’s ‘meet & greet’ appeal dismissed

By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter

cruise asure parking st denys road 1 5 24St Denys Road company Cruise Azure Parking has had its challenge to restrictions imposed on its operation by the council rejected by a planning inspector.

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Toy library set to close after losing council funding

 By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter

Community Playlink trustee Dot Capes LDRSA toy library which has provided free play to thousands of children for more than 50 years is set to close at the end of the month.
Photo: LDRS

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Go-ahead for 508-bed student scheme

By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter

 portswood shopping centre wider view jan 24 600pxA controversial student accommodation scheme on the site of Portswood shopping centre has been approved by the narrowest of margins at a council meeting.

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Al Barakah store opens in Portswood

Al Barakah portswood A new store specialising in African, Middle Eastern and South Asian produce has opened in Portswood on the corner of Brookvale and Portswood roads, next door to Waitrose.

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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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Community Pantry and Cafe
Bitterne Station, MacNaghten Road, Southampton SO18 1GG
Friday March 13, 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 March 13, 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 March 14, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Free food and vegetables avoiding food waste. Not a food bank, just free food...


Singing Workshop - Rise Up Springing
October Books, 189 Portswood Road, Southampton SO17 2N
Saturday March 14, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
A capella singing workshop, no need to read music, songs to celebrate the rising ener...


Southampton Seed Swap
Bitterne Station Community Hub, MacNaghten Road, Southampton SO18 1GG
Saturday March 14, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Chance to swap or purchase for a donation saved & surplus seeds 


Parent & Baby/Toddler Hour
Cobbett Road, Southampton, SO18 1HL
Tuesday March 17, 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 March 20, 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 March 20, 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 March 21, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Free food and vegetables avoiding food waste. Not a food bank, just free food...


Repair Cafe - St Denys
St Denys Community Centre, Priory Road, St Denys, Southampton SO17 2JZ
Saturday March 21, 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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