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St Denys car park facing sell-off, with fly-tipping, ASB and low use cited

By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter

obborne road south car park st denys station 600px LDRSThe city council is proposing the closure and disposal of the St Denys car park in Osborne Road South.
• Opposition councillor warns against St Denys station car park sell-off

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Replacement skate park for Riverside Park

By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter

skatepark 460 Jan 21A new skate park for Riverside Park is one of seventeen projects revealed as part of a £1.5million investment in green spaces and community assets across Southampton.
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St Denys Road garage site listed for sale

for sale sign garage site st denys rd feb 3 26The former St Denys Road car showroom, currently used by a cruise car parking firm, is listed as for sale with an asking price “in excess of £975,000”.

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‘Budget for investment’ with £150million spending plans - and council tax increase

By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter

Simon Letts LDRSCouncil leaders in Southampton have unveiled a “budget for investment” with more than £150 million of spending planned to include bin lorries, roads, schools and libraries.

Council budget: City ‘deserves better’ - opposition leader

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Council budget: City ‘deserves better’ - opposition leader

By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter

Peter Baillie pic SCCThe proposed Southampton City Council budget is built on “assumptions that contradict reality”, according to an opposition leader.

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Primary school included in Safer Route to Schools consultation

manor farm road towards nursery road by school 27 12 23 600pxSouthampton City Council is inviting parents and local communities to have their say on creating a Safer Route to Schools scheme for Bitterne Park Primary School.

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New parent and toddler hour launching at Cobbett Road Library

cobbett road library exterior lavender aug 2020 460A new weekly Parent and Baby/Toddler Hour is set to launch at Cobbett Road Library next month.

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Politicians respond to announced Triangle business closures

triangle east side 10 2 26 600p croppedxLocal politicians have shared their views after three Triangle businesses announced plans to close.

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Another Triangle business announces closure

soca shack front 7 2 26 600pxCaribbean restaurant and takeaway Soca Shack has announced its “time at Bitterne Park Triangle has come to an end”, making it the third Triangle business to announce closure this year.
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Push for passengers: Airport development plans revealed

By Natalia Forero, Local Democracy Reporter

eastleigh borough council tackling climate change 460Southampton Airport has revealed expansion plans including two new passenger lounges as bosses look to boost traveller numbers to three million a year.

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Launderette news - and it’s not spin

Triangle Launderette 600pxUpdated: The Triangle Launderette reports a temporary closure due to its gas dryers requiring repair.

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Triangle blow as Bitterne Park Stores set for March closure

bitterne park stores 600px 2 2 26Bitterne Park Stores has announced its Triangle shop will be closing after five years.
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Weekly food waste collections set to start in Southampton

food waste caddies SCC 600pxWeekly food waste collections will begin in Southampton from Monday (Feb 9), the council says.

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Council seeks views on measures to tackle rat running in Highfield

By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter

Brookvale Road buildout SCCNew measures are being put on the table for resident consultation [open until Feb 22] aimed at tackling rat running in Highfield.

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God’s House Tower reopens after month of TLC

gods house tower GPArts and heritage venue God’s House Tower reopens during February after what’s described as “a month of TLC”, marking the occasional with an opening weekend and new exhibition launch.

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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.
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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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Moving Voices Open Mic
Bitterne Station Community Hub, MacNaghten Road, Southampton SO18 1GG
Friday March 27, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Bunker 178's monthly open mic session... all are welcome! £7.50 on the door, concess...


Free Shop Saturday - Swaythling railway station
Swaythling railway station
Saturday March 28, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Free food and vegetables avoiding food waste. Not a food bank, just free food...


Parent & Baby/Toddler Hour
Cobbett Road, Southampton, SO18 1HL
Tuesday March 31, 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 April 3, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
"The Art House Pop Up Pantry offers pay-as-you-feel groceries including fresh produce...


Lego Church - Building the Ultimate Rescue Mission!
Portswood Church (opposite Waitrose), Southampton SO17 2FY
Friday April 3, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
"Join us for a special Family LEGO Easter Event! Bring your skills and imagination as...


Cobbett Brick Club Lego group
Cobbett Road library, SO18 1HL
Friday April 3, 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 April 4, 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 April 4, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
"The Dad’s Lego Breakfast is a friendly run space for Dad’s to connect with other Dad...


Bitterne Station 160th birthday community day
Bitterne Station Community Hub, MacNaghten Road, Southampton SO18 1GG
Saturday April 4, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
"You are invited to come along, enjoy some free refreshments, make some tiny art for ...


Parent & Baby/Toddler Hour
Cobbett Road, Southampton, SO18 1HL
Tuesday April 7, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Weekly Parent and Baby/Toddler Hour at Cobbett Road Library. See main story. Check ...


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