thedailyecho--2020-09-06--Fears after huge spike in dog thefts over lockdown

DOG thefts have risen by more than half in the UK during lockdown .
With more Brits spending time at home or out walking , the demand for owning a dog has increased .
However the surge in people wanting a four-legged companion has resulted in the theft of dogs increasing across the UK .
There has been a 65 per cent rise during lockdown compared with the same period last year with many breeds targeted for resale at extortionate prices , or breeding .
• PHOTOS : Hundreds of dogs attend second Dogstival event in New Forest Yale , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ owners to ensure their furry family members are kept safe from thieves .
Whether it be when they ’ re in the home or running around in the garden , it ’ s important to ensure all access points to the home are secure .
To help combat this increasing threat , Yale have come up with a number of ways owners can make sure their homes are secure in the fight against dog theft .
Walking your dog , the same route everyday can make it easier for thieves to track and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from .
Varying your walks will make it difficult .
It ’ s important to get your dog microchipped .
Although it will not prevent your dog from being stolen , but it will help with identification if it ’ s found .
Check all locks on doors and windows .
If any locks are faulty , loose , or worn consider replacing them .
If your external doors are fitted with a nightlatch , which is started to feel lose , you might want to consider upgrading .
Make sure your perimeter @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shape .
Also , check that any gate locks are in working order , if a replacement is required ensure a maximum or high security padlock with high quality waterproof hasp is used for protection all year round .
Check your security lighting is all working correctly , and that sensors are not obscured by plants or trees .
A brightly-lit property is not an attractive proposition for burglars , who prefer dark areas in which to work .
Domestic CCTV is known to be a key deterrent for potential burglars .
Thanks @ @ @ @ @ @ @ systems are easy to fit and install and offer great value for money .
Gravel pathways are a low-cost and attractive way to deter thieves from entering your home .
It ’ s almost impossible to step quietly on gravel or other loose surfaces , so intruders are less likely to attempt a break-in .
Keep downstairs windows and dog flaps locked at night when possible .
If your pet needs a source of fresh air overnight , consider moving their bed to an upstairs room where it ’ s safe to open @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a strong visual deterrent , as well as warning you immediately when someone enters your home .
Keep any ladders or tools safely under lock and key .
If a burglar can grab a ladder from your garden , there ’ s a chance they could use it to access your home .
Consider locking your ladder with a security cable and a maximum security padlock .

With more Brits spending time at home or out walking, the demand for owning a dog has increased.
However the surge in people wanting a four-legged companion has resulted in the theft of dogs increasing across the UK.
There has been a 65 per cent rise during lockdown compared with the same period last year with many breeds targeted for resale at extortionate prices, or breeding.
Yale, home security specialists, are urging pet owners to ensure their furry family members are kept safe from thieves.
Whether it be when they’re in the home or running around in the garden, it’s important to ensure all access points to the home are secure.
To help combat this increasing threat, Yale have come up with a number of ways owners can make sure their homes are secure in the fight against dog theft.
Walking your dog, the same route everyday can make it easier for thieves to track and plan where your dog could be stolen from. Varying your walks will make it difficult.
It’s important to get your dog microchipped. Although it will not prevent your dog from being stolen, but it will help with identification if it’s found.
Check all locks on doors and windows. If any locks are faulty, loose, or worn consider replacing them.
If your external doors are fitted with a nightlatch, which is started to feel lose, you might want to consider upgrading.
Make sure your perimeter fences and walls are all in good shape. Also, check that any gate locks are in working order, if a replacement is required ensure a maximum or high security padlock with high quality waterproof hasp is used for protection all year round.
Check your security lighting is all working correctly, and that sensors are not obscured by plants or trees. A brightly-lit property is not an attractive proposition for burglars, who prefer dark areas in which to work.
Domestic CCTV is known to be a key deterrent for potential burglars.
Thanks to wireless technology, most security CCTV systems are easy to fit and install and offer great value for money.
Gravel pathways are a low-cost and attractive way to deter thieves from entering your home. It’s almost impossible to step quietly on gravel or other loose surfaces, so intruders are less likely to attempt a break-in.
Keep downstairs windows and dog flaps locked at night when possible. If your pet needs a source of fresh air overnight, consider moving their bed to an upstairs room where it’s safe to open the window.
An alarm acts as a strong visual deterrent, as well as warning you immediately when someone enters your home.
Keep any ladders or tools safely under lock and key. If a burglar can grab a ladder from your garden, there’s a chance they could use it to access your home. Consider locking your ladder with a security cable and a maximum security padlock.


thedailyecho--2020-09-06--Living wall created at Southampton hospital to thank staff

A LANDSCAPER has built a living wall , made from flowers in a rainbow design , which is on display at the front entrance of Southampton Hospital .
University Hospital Southampton contacted manufacturer Hy-Tex , based in Kent , with the idea of constructing a living wall to celebrate the hard work of staff throughout the Covid pandemic .
The manufacturer asked Kevin Nelson , of Basingstoke , to build it .
Mr Nelson said : “ We spoke to the hospital and then we chose the flowers and drew up the design.
” Mr Nelson has his own landscaping @ @ @ @ @ @ @ over 20 years experience of building living walls .
He suggested they donate the project to the hospital , as a thank you for the efforts of NHS staff during the pandemic .
He donated his time and services , Hy-Tex donated the system on which the wall was put together , and the flowers were provided at cost by Quercus Nursery .
Other companies also contributed materials .
“ I thought it was something we could give to the NHS as a thank you to all the nurses and doctors , ” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ thing to give back to the community.
” The flowers for the rainbow were selected not only for their colours , but for their year-round bloom , so that it will be visible all the time .
Blue poppies and white convolvulus cneorum , also known as silverbush , were added to create sky and clouds .
The living wall is displayed at the main hospital entrance ( Photo : Kevin Nelson ) “ Come late Spring , the colours will blossom and it will look even better than it does now , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , which was unveiled in August , took Mr Nelson a week to construct , and is positioned on the right-hand side of the hospital ’ s main entrance .
Mr Nelson hopes to work with Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital in the near future , to bring something similar to his hometown .

University Hospital Southampton contacted manufacturer Hy-Tex, based in Kent, with the idea of constructing a living wall to celebrate the hard work of staff throughout the Covid pandemic.
The manufacturer asked Kevin Nelson, of Basingstoke, to build it.
Mr Nelson said: “We spoke to the hospital and then we chose the flowers and drew up the design.”
Mr Nelson has his own landscaping business, Visual Build, and has over 20 years experience of building living walls.
He suggested they donate the project to the hospital, as a thank you for the efforts of NHS staff during the pandemic.
He donated his time and services, Hy-Tex donated the system on which the wall was put together, and the flowers were provided at cost by Quercus Nursery. Other companies also contributed materials.
“I thought it was something we could give to the NHS as a thank you to all the nurses and doctors,” said Mr Nelson.
“A nice thing to give back to the community.”
The flowers for the rainbow were selected not only for their colours, but for their year-round bloom, so that it will be visible all the time.
Blue poppies and white convolvulus cneorum, also known as silverbush, were added to create sky and clouds.
The living wall is displayed at the main hospital entrance (Photo: Kevin Nelson)
“Come late Spring, the colours will blossom and it will look even better than it does now,” said Mr Nelson.
The wall, which was unveiled in August, took Mr Nelson a week to construct, and is positioned on the right-hand side of the hospital’s main entrance.
Mr Nelson hopes to work with Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital in the near future, to bring something similar to his hometown.


thedailyecho--2020-09-06--Fancy one of the best Sunday roasts in Southampton?

As the summer starts to draw to a close and our tummies wake up rumbling , what better way to spend the day than tucking in to one of these drool-worthy roasts ?
It ’ s time to dig out the jumpers and jeans , grab your dog and get yourself down to the pub for a traditional British Sunday .
This experimental craft brewery is also home to one of the best roasts in Southampton , with rave reviewers saying it 's the best roast they 've ever had .
Roasts are served with all the trimmings , including @ @ @ @ @ @ @ potatoes and lashings of gravy .
Choose between a duo of pork , sirloin of beef , corn fed chicken or a vegan roast .
If you ’ re looking for an extra special treat then The Bank is the place to go for an indulgent Sunday roast .
The menu includes ; sirloin of beef , roasted turkey breast or slow roasted tomato and almond bake .
For the same price as many other places in the town , The Cowherds roast offers a devine level of home cooked opulence from their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in bacon .
The price for a meat roast is £13.95 or £12.75 for the vegetarian alternative .
A Sunday roast at Ceno 's is the epitome of lazy , gorgeous opulence washed down with some of the finest wine in the city .
Roasts are served from midday to 8pm and include roast potatoes , seasonal vegetables , Yorkshire pudding and a choice of roasted beef , pork , chicken or vegetable hash .
For the more hungry of us they offer a 'roast with the most ' which includes all three @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and apple sauce .
The standard roast at Ceno costs £16.50 and there is also a children 's half portion which is priced at £7.50 .
The extra special Italian restaurant in Ocean Village is back open and offering their magnificent Sunday roasts once again .
The roasts at Bacaro are made for sharing , all the trimmings are served on a giant platter to tuck into with individual plates to choose from roast beef to lamb , chicken or apricot and goats cheese nut roast .
A meat roast starts at £15.50 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The historic Duke of Wellington on Bugle Street was first built in 1220 and has been a public house since 1494 .
The roasts have been described by many customers on Google as `` truly exceptional '' and there are a wide selection of well kept real ales to go with your Sunday meal .
For £11.95 you have a choice of roast pork , chicken or beef served with all the trimmings .
Have we missed off your favourite ?
Let us know in the comments .

It’s time to dig out the jumpers and jeans, grab your dog and get yourself down to the pub for a traditional British Sunday.
Dancing Man Brewery, Town Quay, SO14
This experimental craft brewery is also home to one of the best roasts in Southampton, with rave reviewers saying it's the best roast they've ever had.
Roasts are served with all the trimmings, including Yorkshire pudding, seasonal vegetables, roast potatoes and lashings of gravy.
Choose between a duo of pork, sirloin of beef, corn fed chicken or a vegan roast.
The Cowherds, The Common, SO15
If you’re looking for an extra special treat then The Bank is the place to go for an indulgent Sunday roast.
The menu includes; sirloin of beef, roasted turkey breast or slow roasted tomato and almond bake.
For the same price as many other places in the town, The Cowherds roast offers a devine level of home cooked opulence from their rich gravy to their thyme stuffing wrapped in bacon.
The price for a meat roast is £13.95 or £12.75 for the vegetarian alternative.
Ceno, Highfield Lane, SO17
A Sunday roast at Ceno's is the epitome of lazy, gorgeous opulence washed down with some of the finest wine in the city.
Roasts are served from midday to 8pm and include roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and a choice of roasted beef, pork, chicken or vegetable hash.
For the more hungry of us they offer a 'roast with the most' which includes all three meats and the accompanying sides including crackling and apple sauce.
The standard roast at Ceno costs £16.50 and there is also a children's half portion which is priced at £7.50.
Bacaro, Ironside House, SO14
The extra special Italian restaurant in Ocean Village is back open and offering their magnificent Sunday roasts once again.
The roasts at Bacaro are made for sharing, all the trimmings are served on a giant platter to tuck into with individual plates to choose from roast beef to lamb, chicken or apricot and goats cheese nut roast.
A meat roast starts at £15.50 whilst the nut roast is £12.
Roast beef at the Dancing Man Brewery costs £14.95.
Duke of Wellington, Bugle Street, SO14
The historic Duke of Wellington on Bugle Street was first built in 1220 and has been a public house since 1494.
The roasts have been described by many customers on Google as "truly exceptional" and there are a wide selection of well kept real ales to go with your Sunday meal.
For £11.95 you have a choice of roast pork, chicken or beef served with all the trimmings.
Have we missed off your favourite? Let us know in the comments.


thedailyecho--2020-09-06--M27 weekend closure near Fareham begins as footbridge installed

PART of the M27 motorway has now shut for a weekend of roadworks .
It is the latest in a long list of works taking place along the major stretch of road to transform it into a Smart Motorway .
Here are all the details you need to know about the closure .
A new footbridge is being installed across the M27 near Fareham .
As a result , drivers wanting to travel along the route between Junction 9 at Whiteley and 11 at Fareham will instead be diverted .
Cranes will be used to lift the prefabricated bridge into @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The installation of the North Fareham footbridge started at 9pm tonight , September 4 and will run until 6am on Monday , September 7 .
• M27 to be closed for a full weekend for new Fareham bridge installation What is the diversion ?
As the images show below , drivers for both eastbound and westbound traffic are being sent on to the A27 .
The leader of Fareham Borough Council , Cllr Sean Woodward , said : `` The M27 smart motorway scheme is a major infrastructure project and it 's unsurprising @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bridge replacement work .
`` I urge people to plan their journeys using an appropriate diversion and consider whether they actually need to travel that weekend.
” A Highways England spokesman said : `` As we continue to upgrade the M27 between Junctions 4 and 11 to modern motorway standard , we will be installing the new footbridge , which will be situated between Junctions 10 and 11 of the M27 .
`` The installation will require a full closure of the M27 between Junctions 9 and 11 ( including access off and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) during this time .
`` The closure dates may be subject to change owing to operational requirements or adverse weather conditions .
Diversion routes will be clearly signposted . ''
When was the last major closure of the M27 ?
Good question - quite recently actually , when another bridge was replaced near Southampton .
So , drivers will be hoping these latest works will not produce the sort of traffic chaos seen during three weekend closures caused by the replacement of the Romsey Road bridge .
The most recent shutdown took @ @ @ @ @ @ @ resulted in misery for motorists as long tailbacks built up in Southampton , Romsey and North Baddesley .

It is the latest in a long list of works taking place along the major stretch of road to transform it into a Smart Motorway.
Here are all the details you need to know about the closure.
What is happening?
A new footbridge is being installed across the M27 near Fareham.
As a result, drivers wanting to travel along the route between Junction 9 at Whiteley and 11 at Fareham will instead be diverted.
Cranes will be used to lift the prefabricated bridge into position.
When is this happening?
Right now.
The installation of the North Fareham footbridge started at 9pm tonight, September 4 and will run until 6am on Monday, September 7.
What is the diversion?
As the images show below, drivers for both eastbound and westbound traffic are being sent on to the A27.
The Westbound diversion
The Eastbound diversion
What's been said?
The leader of Fareham Borough Council, Cllr Sean Woodward, said: "The M27 smart motorway scheme is a major infrastructure project and it's unsurprising it involves a few short closures for bridge replacement work.
"I urge people to plan their journeys using an appropriate diversion and consider whether they actually need to travel that weekend.”
A Highways England spokesman said: "As we continue to upgrade the M27 between Junctions 4 and 11 to modern motorway standard, we will be installing the new footbridge, which will be situated between Junctions 10 and 11 of the M27.
"The installation will require a full closure of the M27 between Junctions 9 and 11 (including access off and on to the M27 at Junction 10) during this time.
"The closure dates may be subject to change owing to operational requirements or adverse weather conditions. Diversion routes will be clearly signposted."
When was the last major closure of the M27?
Good question - quite recently actually, when another bridge was replaced near Southampton.
So, drivers will be hoping these latest works will not produce the sort of traffic chaos seen during three weekend closures caused by the replacement of the Romsey Road bridge.
The most recent shutdown took place in February this year.
This resulted in misery for motorists as long tailbacks built up in Southampton, Romsey and North Baddesley.


thedailyecho--2020-09-06--Social media influencer abseils Portsmouth's Spinnaker Tower

A social media influencer has completed a 170-metre abseil down Portsmouth ’ s Spinnaker Tower to raise money for blood cancer charity DKMS , which has helped her husband battle the disease .
Daredevil mother Sally Hurman embarked on the feat as part of a two-year fundraising campaign and to coincide with Blood Cancer Awareness Month in September .
The 49-year-old mother-of three , fom Surrey , is known on social media by her handle Getting Stuff Done in Heels .
She has worked to raise awareness for the DKMS since early 2018 following her husband Gavin ’ s fight @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ I really wanted to do something special to mark Blood Cancer Awareness Month .
It ’ s such an important date for people with blood cancer and for DKMS .
“ A few years ago I ’ d have never considered myself a daredevil , but after seeing firsthand the bravery shown by Gavin and others with blood cancer , finding the guts to abseil the Spinnaker Tower didn ’ t seem like such a tall order after all.
” She added : “ If I ’ m honest I was both @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ I don ’ t recall much of the beautiful harbour because my eyes were closed a lot of the time , but I drew strength from the thousands of blood cancer patients fighting for a second chance of life and completed the abseil .
“ I ’ m donating all funds to DKMS because they do such important work registering donors.
” Blood Cancer Awareness Month aims to highlight blood cancers and disorders and the second chances of life created by blood stem cell donors .
Caroline Richardson , head of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ So many charities have taken a huge hit in terms of their income this year due to the coronavirus pandemic .
“ We are no different at DKMS .
In fact , this year ’ s fundraising figures at are down by almost 50 % compared to last year , which could prove detrimental to so many of our patients .
“ We ’ re thrilled Sally has continued to raise vital funds for DKMS as well as using her social media platform to shine a light on the work we do and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) .
“ She ’ s a great ambassador for our cause and she demonstrates that people can get involved with DKMS in several ways , whether it ’ s signing up to be a lifesaver-in-waiting , volunteering or fundraising for our lifesaving work – you can always help us to fight blood cancer.
” DKMS has registered nearly 10 million potential blood stem cell donors worldwide including 697,000 and helped to provide 1,130 people with a donor .
To sponsor Ms Hurman visit www.justgiving.com/fundraising/sally-hurman and for more information visit www.dkms.org.uk/en/bcam2020 .

Daredevil mother Sally Hurman embarked on the feat as part of a two-year fundraising campaign and to coincide with Blood Cancer Awareness Month in September.
The 49-year-old mother-of three, fom Surrey, is known on social media by her handle Getting Stuff Done in Heels.
She has worked to raise awareness for the DKMS since early 2018 following her husband Gavin’s fight against blood cancer.
She said: “I really wanted to do something special to mark Blood Cancer Awareness Month. It’s such an important date for people with blood cancer and for DKMS.
“A few years ago I’d have never considered myself a daredevil, but after seeing firsthand the bravery shown by Gavin and others with blood cancer, finding the guts to abseil the Spinnaker Tower didn’t seem like such a tall order after all.”
She added: “If I’m honest I was both terrified and excited at the same time.
“I don’t recall much of the beautiful harbour because my eyes were closed a lot of the time, but I drew strength from the thousands of blood cancer patients fighting for a second chance of life and completed the abseil.
“I’m donating all funds to DKMS because they do such important work registering donors.”
Blood Cancer Awareness Month aims to highlight blood cancers and disorders and the second chances of life created by blood stem cell donors.
Caroline Richardson, head of fundraising at DKMS, said: “So many charities have taken a huge hit in terms of their income this year due to the coronavirus pandemic.
“We are no different at DKMS. In fact, this year’s fundraising figures at are down by almost 50% compared to last year, which could prove detrimental to so many of our patients.
“We’re thrilled Sally has continued to raise vital funds for DKMS as well as using her social media platform to shine a light on the work we do and on Blood Cancer Awareness Month (September).
“She’s a great ambassador for our cause and she demonstrates that people can get involved with DKMS in several ways, whether it’s signing up to be a lifesaver-in-waiting, volunteering or fundraising for our lifesaving work – you can always help us to fight blood cancer.”
DKMS has registered nearly 10 million potential blood stem cell donors worldwide including 697,000 and helped to provide 1,130 people with a donor.
To sponsor Ms Hurman visit www.justgiving.com/fundraising/sally-hurman and for more information visit www.dkms.org.uk/en/bcam2020.


thedailyecho--2020-09-06--Man rushed to Basingstoke Hospital  after spider bite

A man taken to Basingstoke hospital almost lost his leg after being bitten by a spider .
Antony Mayne was left needing surgery on his leg after he developed a serious infection from the bite .
The self employed roofer from Beenham is now recovering but doctors are potentially planning for more surgery in a few days .
As reported in Newbury Today , Antony has been told there is still the potential that he could lose his leg .
The 32-year-old was rushed to Basingstoke hospital last week after the bite on his right shin began to show signs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ want others to be vigilant and take care if they are bitten now that we are in spider mating season .
From the beginning of September to mid October it is likely we will see a peak in the number of large , spiders crawling through our houses .
This is because the male giant house spider also know as Eratigena Atrica will be on the hunt for a female to mate with .
Whilst it is not known what species Mr Mayne was bitten by , it is thought it could be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ In the UK , there are more than 650 different species of spider - and all of them can bite , although only 12 can cause any harm to humans .
The British Arachnological Society say if you are bitten , do n't panic .
They advise that very few species of spider in Britain have been known to bite and cause any problem .
Professor Adam Hart , entomologist at the University of Gloucestershire , is urging people not to kill spiders .
He said : `` They are harmless and are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a threat to them than they are to us that 's for sure .
“ They are great predators and natural pest controllers , they play their part in the great ecology out there .
“ The best way to get rid of them is the old cup and card trick .
“ You need to be careful if you pick them up to get rid of them because they can give you a bit of a nip and you can also damage them of course.
” As these 8-legged creepy crawlies love @ @ @ @ @ @ @ way to keep them out is to regularly clean and keep windows close .

Antony Mayne was left needing surgery on his leg after he developed a serious infection from the bite.
The self employed roofer from Beenham is now recovering but doctors are potentially planning for more surgery in a few days.
As reported in Newbury Today, Antony has been told there is still the potential that he could lose his leg.
The 32-year-old was rushed to Basingstoke hospital last week after the bite on his right shin began to show signs of a serious infection.
The family want others to be vigilant and take care if they are bitten now that we are in spider mating season.
From the beginning of September to mid October it is likely we will see a peak in the number of large, spiders crawling through our houses.
This is because the male giant house spider also know as Eratigena Atrica will be on the hunt for a female to mate with.
Whilst it is not known what species Mr Mayne was bitten by, it is thought it could be a cupboard or false widow spider.
In the UK, there are more than 650 different species of spider - and all of them can bite, although only 12 can cause any harm to humans.
The British Arachnological Society say if you are bitten, don't panic.
They advise that very few species of spider in Britain have been known to bite and cause any problem.
Professor Adam Hart, entomologist at the University of Gloucestershire, is urging people not to kill spiders.
He said: "They are harmless and aren't aggressive we are definitely more of a threat to them than they are to us that's for sure.
“They are great predators and natural pest controllers, they play their part in the great ecology out there.
“The best way to get rid of them is the old cup and card trick.
“You need to be careful if you pick them up to get rid of them because they can give you a bit of a nip and you can also damage them of course.”
As these 8-legged creepy crawlies love neglected areas of the house the best way to keep them out is to regularly clean and keep windows close.


thedailyecho--2020-09-06--Homes burgled in Sway Road Brockenhurst

Homes burgled in Sway Road Brockenhurst

A POLICE hunt has been launched after raiders targeted two homes .
Officers say that two houses in the same @ @ @ @ @ were burgled .
Police are appealing for witnesses after the incidents in the Sway Road @ @ @ @ @ first house was broken into between 10.45am and 11.45am yesterday .
Officers say that at @ @ @ @ @ was disturbed by a neighbour just after midday .
A police statement said : `` @ @ @ @ @ that will help us catch those responsible call 101 and quote the crime number 44200342330 @ @ @ @ @ you . ''

Officers say that two houses in the same street in the New Forest were burgled.
Police are appealing for witnesses after the incidents in the Sway Road area of Brockenhurst.
The first house was broken into between 10.45am and 11.45am yesterday.
Officers say that at the second house an intruder was disturbed by a neighbour just after midday.
A police statement said: "If you have any information that will help us catch those responsible call 101 and quote the crime number 44200342330. Please share. Thank you."


thedailyecho--2020-09-06--Romsey town centre masterplan approved

Romsey town centre masterplan approved

THE masterplan to revamp the south of Romsey ’ s town centre has been approved after two years of work .
A fishlake square , new retail and dining space , including a new mobility hub , are just some of the plans for the area around Crosfield Hall and the Broadwater Road car park over the next five to ten years .
As reported , the masterplanning process began through the Romsey Future partnership , including Romsey Town Council and Test Valley Borough Council ( TVBC ) , in 2018 after consultants Nexus and Perkins & Will Architects were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ revealed the masterplan was unanimously approved at the borough 's full council on Wednesday .
However , one councillor did note it was `` a shame '' a creative solution could not be made for the housing around the south of the town centre , adding it could have made the masterplan `` even better '' .
Deputy leader of TVBC , Cllr Nick Adams-King , said : `` The masterplan is shaped not by the council , not by us , not by Romsey Future , but by the people , business @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who have visited our stalls at The Romsey Show , the people who have talked to use on a very wet market day , where we talked to the shoppers in Romsey and at the very many events we have held over time .
`` Colleagues I commend this to you , it 's been a long , detailed and passionate piece of work from all of us .
`` I think it gives an excellent framework to the future of the town and so I do hope you support it . ''
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Abbey on the borough council , said : `` The only thing I really need to flag up is that there are other parts of the south of the town centre that are n't included in the plan .
`` I think it 's a shame that we could n't think of some creative solution involving the housing around there , because if we had been able to do something more holistically I think it would have been even better .
`` But , I would like to add my support to this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ involved in the process . ''
As part of the plans , the budget supermarket , Aldi , in The Hundred , could be relocated to the Crosfield Hall site in Broadwater Road .
This means the old Aldi site could be used as a gym , restaurants , offices or for stores , which may face The Hundred .
The current Aldi car park would then be redesigned , so customers can use nearly 200 spaces .
Some of the short-term plans for the area include terraced seating and improving the views @ @ @ @ @ @ @ along the current bus station and down towards Dukes Mill , as well as transforming Broadwater Road with new pedestrian surfaces and access points .
A new mobility hub would be created within a new relocated bus station .
This would boast bicycle storage and ‘ Amazon-style ’ collection and storage lockers .
A mixed-use development would also be put in place on the existing bus station site , including commercial space on the ground level , which could include restaurants and dining outlets .
Other improvements in the plans include the current @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and , before it is transformed , alternative community space will be provided in the town .
Public toilets and other facilities would be built into the area and a new public plaza , called Fishlake Square , would be created .

A fishlake square, new retail and dining space, including a new mobility hub, are just some of the plans for the area around Crosfield Hall and the Broadwater Road car park over the next five to ten years.
As reported, the masterplanning process began through the Romsey Future partnership, including Romsey Town Council and Test Valley Borough Council (TVBC), in 2018 after consultants Nexus and Perkins & Will Architects were appointed.
Now, it has been revealed the masterplan was unanimously approved at the borough's full council on Wednesday.
However, one councillor did note it was "a shame" a creative solution could not be made for the housing around the south of the town centre, adding it could have made the masterplan "even better".
Deputy leader of TVBC, Cllr Nick Adams-King, said: "The masterplan is shaped not by the council, not by us, not by Romsey Future, but by the people, business and visitors to Romsey; the people who have visited our stalls at The Romsey Show, the people who have talked to use on a very wet market day, where we talked to the shoppers in Romsey and at the very many events we have held over time. "Colleagues I commend this to you, it's been a long, detailed and passionate piece of work from all of us.
"I think it gives an excellent framework to the future of the town and so I do hope you support it."
Cllr Sandra Gidley, who represents Romsey Abbey on the borough council, said: "The only thing I really need to flag up is that there are other parts of the south of the town centre that aren't included in the plan.
"I think it's a shame that we couldn't think of some creative solution involving the housing around there, because if we had been able to do something more holistically I think it would have been even better.
"But, I would like to add my support to this and thank of all those who were involved in the process."
As part of the plans, the budget supermarket, Aldi, in The Hundred, could be relocated to the Crosfield Hall site in Broadwater Road.
This means the old Aldi site could be used as a gym, restaurants, offices or for stores, which may face The Hundred.
The current Aldi car park would then be redesigned, so customers can use nearly 200 spaces.
Some of the short-term plans for the area include terraced seating and improving the views to the Fishlake stream as it runs along the current bus station and down towards Dukes Mill, as well as transforming Broadwater Road with new pedestrian surfaces and access points.
A new mobility hub would be created within a new relocated bus station. This would boast bicycle storage and ‘Amazon-style’ collection and storage lockers.
A mixed-use development would also be put in place on the existing bus station site, including commercial space on the ground level, which could include restaurants and dining outlets.
Other improvements in the plans include the current Crosfield Hall site being used for parking and, before it is transformed, alternative community space will be provided in the town.
Public toilets and other facilities would be built into the area and a new public plaza, called Fishlake Square, would be created.


thedailyecho--2020-09-06--Volunteers rally to fix ski slope

Volunteers rally to fix ski slope

A TEAM of volunteers is gathering to get a local ski slope ready for service .
The volunteers will be teaming up this weekend in order to clean and renovate the ski slope at Alpine Snowsports Southampton .
The slope has been shut recently because of the pandemic and is due to reopen on Saturday September 12 .
Since closing however the slope has become very overgrown whilst no one has been there to maintain it , and has also been vandalised with the safety padding along the side pulled off and discarded .
The organiser of the group volunteering @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a parents of one of the members of the ski team at the slope .
He has rallied round and found 20 volunteers , mostly made up of fellow parents and friends of the ski team , to come down to the ski slope and help get it ready to reopen .
Karen Platt , venue manager at Active Nation , the charity that runs Alpine Snowsports , said : “ All the children are itching to get going again as they have been unable to train for nearly six months , so @ @ @ @ @ @ @ volunteers together .
“ I thought he would just get a few people , but he ’ s got 20 people coming down .
“ The slope has been subject to vandalism and neglect and needs some hard work and loving care to bring it back to life.
” The volunteers are all bringing their own tools in order to maintain safety and social distancing whilst the work is taking place .
Karen added : “ We don ’ t know how long it will take because you always tend to find things @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of job .
“ But I would have thought 20 people for six hours is going to break the back of the work .
”

The volunteers will be teaming up this weekend in order to clean and renovate the ski slope at Alpine Snowsports Southampton.
The slope has been shut recently because of the pandemic and is due to reopen on Saturday September 12.
Since closing however the slope has become very overgrown whilst no one has been there to maintain it, and has also been vandalised with the safety padding along the side pulled off and discarded.
The organiser of the group volunteering effort is Mike Barnes, who is a parents of one of the members of the ski team at the slope.
He has rallied round and found 20 volunteers, mostly made up of fellow parents and friends of the ski team, to come down to the ski slope and help get it ready to reopen.
Karen Platt, venue manager at Active Nation, the charity that runs Alpine Snowsports, said: “All the children are itching to get going again as they have been unable to train for nearly six months, so Mike has rallied round and got the volunteers together.
“I thought he would just get a few people, but he’s got 20 people coming down.
“The slope has been subject to vandalism and neglect and needs some hard work and loving care to bring it back to life.”
The volunteers are all bringing their own tools in order to maintain safety and social distancing whilst the work is taking place.
Karen added: “We don’t know how long it will take because you always tend to find things as you go along with this sort of job.
“But I would have thought 20 people for six hours is going to break the back of the work.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-06--Southampton Boat Show Nourish the Children programme

A CHARITY lunch is set to join the upcoming annual Ocean Village Boat Show with hopes to raise awareness of vulnerable children in need of food .
On Thursday September 17 , beauty brand Nu Skin will highlight their initiative to address childhood hunger in their Nourish the Children and Force for Good Foundation programmes during the boating event .
From 1pm to 4pm , more than 80 guests are expected to attend the lunch , which involves a champagne reception , three course lunch and a fashion show with London-based models .
It will be among the Boats 2020 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Mayflower Park , Southampton , from September 11 to 20 , presented by Southampton International Boat Show Ltd .
Meal organiser and Nourish the Children ambassador Sherry Claridge said : `` This will be my sixth year of organising and hosting a charity lunch to coincide with the Southampton Boat Show .
`` I am hoping to raise awareness of the children ’ s charity programme which I represent as an ambassador . ''
The event will be hosted by TV presenter and broadcaster Kenzie Benali , who is also the daughter of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ meal will take place at Asian restaurant Blue Jasmine at Ocean Village Marina , with all proceeds going to Nu Skin 's the Force For Good Foundation , which aims to create a better world for children , and their Nourish the Children programme .
Sherry added : `` We will ensure that social distancing rules are being adhered to during the event .
`` Blue Jasmine is a new restaurant based in Ocean Village with a huge terrace and weather permitting , we plan to have lunch in this area which is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ £50 each and can be bought by contacting Sherry Claridge on 07763669057 .

On Thursday September 17, beauty brand Nu Skin will highlight their initiative to address childhood hunger in their Nourish the Children and Force for Good Foundation programmes during the boating event.
From 1pm to 4pm, more than 80 guests are expected to attend the lunch, which involves a champagne reception, three course lunch and a fashion show with London-based models.
It will be among the Boats 2020 event, which has been announced for Mayflower Park, Southampton, from September 11 to 20, presented by Southampton International Boat Show Ltd.
Meal organiser and Nourish the Children ambassador Sherry Claridge said: "This will be my sixth year of organising and hosting a charity lunch to coincide with the Southampton Boat Show.
"I am hoping to raise awareness of the children’s charity programme which I represent as an ambassador."
The event will be hosted by TV presenter and broadcaster Kenzie Benali, who is also the daughter of Saints FC legend Francis Benali.
The meal will take place at Asian restaurant Blue Jasmine at Ocean Village Marina, with all proceeds going to Nu Skin's the Force For Good Foundation, which aims to create a better world for children, and their Nourish the Children programme.
Sherry added: "We will ensure that social distancing rules are being adhered to during the event.
"Blue Jasmine is a new restaurant based in Ocean Village with a huge terrace and weather permitting, we plan to have lunch in this area which is an open space."
Tickets cost £50 each and can be bought by contacting Sherry Claridge on 07763669057.


thedailyecho--2020-09-06--Hundreds of dogs attend Dogstival at Burley Park, New Forest

HUNDREDS of excited dogs and their owners flocked to Burley Park today to enjoy and take part in a festival created especially for them .
Cockapoos , Golden Retrievers , Dachshunds and more enjoyed the first day of the second annual Dogstival .
This two-day extravaganza of four-legged fun was initially due to take place earlier this year but with coronavirus restrictions imposed , the pupular event had to be postponed .
Although restrictions are still imposed , Burley Park offers acres of space to explore , allowing easy social distancing for dogs and humans alike .
Extra hygiene measures @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hand sanitiser stations across the festival and on-site cleaning teams in action on both days .
Hygiene measures have also been implemented by stallholders , of which there are 150 .
From dog accessories , treats , human snacks and innovative apps , there is plenty at the festival to keep everyone entertained .
Dog Furiendly founder Adele Pember was extremely pleased Dogstival was going ahead , enabling her to showcase her `` TripAdvisor for dog owners '' website that shares places people can visit with their furry friend .
She said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ miss at some points , especially seeing other festivals close , so when we heard that Dogstival was still taking place our tails were wagging .
We all feel completely safe and we ’ ve taken extra measures ourselves by offering hand sanitiser and making sure that everything is disinfected .
Satisfaction and success were similar sentiments shared by Bud 's Bites owner Mollie Edwards who also had a stall at the festival .
Her newly-founded company , inspired by pick and mix and her dog Buddy , has been popular with visitors @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , we had loads of pick and mix ourselves as humans .
We saw our dog Buddy looking at us longingly but we obviously couldn ’ t give him any so we thought , ‘ why don ’ t we put together Bud ’ s favourite treats in one bag ?
’ We thought it was a bit of fun for other pooches and their owners .
`` It ’ s gone really well and we ’ ve nearly sold out .
Tomorrow we ’ re going to have to stock up a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people here as well , so it ’ s been so nice . ''
Another popular stall was Experience the New Forest ; an app created by two friends to help dog owners and non dog owners alike make the most of the New Forest .
The app brings new locations to people 's attention , encouraging them to walk their dog somewhere new or to support a small , independent cafe , amongst much more .
Co-founder Jon Richardson explained how significant the first day of Dogstival has been for the four-week-old @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` We now have around 1700 downloads .
Dogstival is a drive to raise awareness and promote those small businesses on the app . ''
Along with a plethora of stalls , Dogstival also hosts ultimate doggy thrills and high-energy challenges , including the K9 Aqua Sports Pool , agility courses and SUP with Pup .
The K9 Aqua Sports Pool encouraged dogs to launch themselves into water and bring a tennis ball back to their owner , with many enjoying numerous attempts at this wet game .
A Labrador with a variety @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the K9 Aqua Sports Pool .
Milo 's owner Emma Floyd said : `` Milo has really enjoyed himself , he absolutely loves the pool– he ’ s been in it twice now .
This is the first time I ’ ve been here as last year I had exams , so I thought ‘ we ’ re definitely going to go this year . '
'' The last day of Dogstival takes place today ( Sunday ) at Burley Park , New Forest .
Tickets are advance purchase only and are priced @ @ @ @ @ @ @ six to16 years .
Children under six go free and concessions are available .
For more information and to purchase tickets , visit : Dogstival.co.uk .

Cockapoos, Golden Retrievers, Dachshunds and more enjoyed the first day of the second annual Dogstival.
This two-day extravaganza of four-legged fun was initially due to take place earlier this year but with coronavirus restrictions imposed, the pupular event had to be postponed.
Although restrictions are still imposed, Burley Park offers acres of space to explore, allowing easy social distancing for dogs and humans alike.
Extra hygiene measures are also in place, including multiple hand sanitiser stations across the festival and on-site cleaning teams in action on both days.
Hygiene measures have also been implemented by stallholders, of which there are 150.
From dog accessories, treats, human snacks and innovative apps, there is plenty at the festival to keep everyone entertained.
Dog Furiendly founder Adele Pember was extremely pleased Dogstival was going ahead, enabling her to showcase her "TripAdvisor for dog owners" website that shares places people can visit with their furry friend.
She said: "It was a bit hit and miss at some points, especially seeing other festivals close, so when we heard that Dogstival was still taking place our tails were wagging. We all feel completely safe and we’ve taken extra measures ourselves by offering hand sanitiser and making sure that everything is disinfected.
"It’s been a great day."
Satisfaction and success were similar sentiments shared by Bud's Bites owner Mollie Edwards who also had a stall at the festival.
Her newly-founded company, inspired by pick and mix and her dog Buddy, has been popular with visitors.
Mollie said: "During lockdown, we had loads of pick and mix ourselves as humans. We saw our dog Buddy looking at us longingly but we obviously couldn’t give him any so we thought, ‘why don’t we put together Bud’s favourite treats in one bag?’ We thought it was a bit of fun for other pooches and their owners.
"It’s gone really well and we’ve nearly sold out. Tomorrow we’re going to have to stock up a bit more. There are really lovely people here as well, so it’s been so nice."
Another popular stall was Experience the New Forest; an app created by two friends to help dog owners and non dog owners alike make the most of the New Forest.
The app brings new locations to people's attention, encouraging them to walk their dog somewhere new or to support a small, independent cafe, amongst much more.
Co-founder Jon Richardson explained how significant the first day of Dogstival has been for the four-week-old app's progress.
He said: "We now have around 1700 downloads. Dogstival is a drive to raise awareness and promote those small businesses on the app."
Along with a plethora of stalls, Dogstival also hosts ultimate doggy thrills and high-energy challenges, including the K9 Aqua Sports Pool, agility courses and SUP with Pup.
The K9 Aqua Sports Pool encouraged dogs to launch themselves into water and bring a tennis ball back to their owner, with many enjoying numerous attempts at this wet game.
A Labrador with a variety of tricks up his sleeve particularly enjoyed the K9 Aqua Sports Pool.
Milo's owner Emma Floyd said: "Milo has really enjoyed himself, he absolutely loves the pool– he’s been in it twice now. This is the first time I’ve been here as last year I had exams, so I thought ‘we’re definitely going to go this year.'"
The last day of Dogstival takes place today (Sunday) at Burley Park, New Forest.
Tickets are advance purchase only and are priced £13.90 for adults or £8 children aged six to16 years.
Children under six go free and concessions are available.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit: Dogstival.co.uk.


thedailyecho--2020-09-06--9 spiders you're probably going to see a lot more of in September

It 's spider mating season , and so you can expect to see a lot more of them in and around your house .
( WARNING : contains pictures of spiders ) Pest management consultant Clive Boase said : “ Sightings of spiders often peak from September as males of many species reach adulthood and venture into homes in search of a mate , but we could be seeing a lot more of them than normal over the next month or two.
” But there 's no need to be alarmed .
Here 's our guide to the nine spiders @ @ @ @ @ @ @ picture taken by Olaf Leillinger on 2005-08-07 .
License : CC-BY-SA-2.0/DE and GNU FDL Easily identified from their small bodies ( 5mm or less , although their legs can be quite long ) and their habit of hanging upside down under a sheet web .
More than 40 % of Britain 's spiders belong to this family , and they 're not all the shiny black ones you might be thinking of .
Their webs are very often seen in shrubs or bushes , but they will also take up residence in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ time of year you can see the males doing their mating dance for the females .
Totally harmless and traditionally believed to bring good luck .
These are big and a bit freaky looking .
They are rarely found outside , and prefer to hang uspide down in their scruffy webs in the warm corners of your ceilings or cupboards .
They grow to 45mm ( including legs ) but they 're harmless and they do eat a lot of other spiders , including some house spiders ( see below ) .
So @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , this one is worth leaving alone .
These are the biggest of Britain 's spiders , with some reaching an overall size of 12cm .
It 's one of the only species to match a large body with large thick legs .
This one , the Tegenaria duellica , is only found in the east of Dorset - in the west your house spider is the Tegenaria saeva .
They spin very large webs that can last for years , often passing from generation to generation .
The webs were were reportedly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ while the spiders themselves were once eaten alive as a cure for a fever .
We do n't recommend that , but they 're much less scary than they look .
These are often mistaken for false widow spiders , but are longer of body , with shorter and thicker legs .
This spider comes indoors in the autumn to look for a mate or if it 's rained a lot and their homes have been flooded .
If you 're not sure if you 've got a lace weaver or a false @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the lace weaver 's web is flat and intricate , and usually built over walls or other surfaces , with a central hole where the spider hides .
They 're pretty mean looking , with a total length of 2cm and quite thick legs .
They do bite , but they 're not aggressive and symptoms should consist of swelling for no more than 12 hours .
This is Steatoda Nobilis , the noble false widow .
It 's one of three false widow species in the UK , the largest - and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ your house .
It 's been on the south coast for more than 150 years .
The British Arachnological Society says : `` Everybody in the coastal counties of Southern England has had lots of them in their house and garden for many years , whether they have been aware of this or not . ''
The false widow is unlikely to bite you unless you sit on it or it gets trapped in your clothes .
Should you get bitten , it should be no more painful than a wasp sting , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of those with spider bite horor stories did not see the creature that bit them .
If you do n't want to take the risk , they are pretty slow moving , so they 're easy to catch and remove from your house .
They are mostly found outdoors but they do like to lurk under washing machines , fridges and toilets .
Other types of false widow you might see are the rabbit hutch spider - much smaller and not known to bite - and the cupboard spider , which does bite @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - 8mm- spiders are usually found in the garden but do occasionally make their way through open doors and windows at this time of year .
They 're harmless , but if you 're not expecting it their jump might alarm you .
And their mating dance is something pretty special .
This is another spider often mis-identified as a false widow , but is easily distinguished because it spinds a circular web rather than the vertical scaffold-like strands of a false widow .
It 's known as the missing sector weaver because @ @ @ @ @ @ @ unfinished .
Perfectly harmless , but it might try building its web on the inside of your window instead of the outside .
And one you 'll definitely see outside !
One of our biggest spiders , with a body size of up to 1.5cm , these are the spiders you see sitting in the middle of a perfectly constructed orb web .
They have a distinctive cross pattern on their backs They 'll be around until the first frosts kill them off .
If you 're lucky enough to get one on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ get to watch it do this .
( The speed they move when wrapping up flies and wasps is pretty impressive too . )
But I HATE spiders , what do I do ?
Some say conkers in bowls by doors and windows will keep them out .
Some say a citrus based spray .
Keep all your doors and windows closed and your house warm .
And check boots and shoes you have n't worn for a while , just in case ...

Pest management consultant Clive Boase said: “Sightings of spiders often peak from September as males of many species reach adulthood and venture into homes in search of a mate, but we could be seeing a lot more of them than normal over the next month or two.”
But there's no need to be alarmed. Here's our guide to the nine spiders you're most likely to spot.
In your house:
Money spiders
picture taken by Olaf Leillinger on 2005-08-07. License: CC-BY-SA-2.0/DE and GNU FDL
Easily identified from their small bodies (5mm or less, although their legs can be quite long) and their habit of hanging upside down under a sheet web. More than 40% of Britain's spiders belong to this family, and they're not all the shiny black ones you might be thinking of.
Their webs are very often seen in shrubs or bushes, but they will also take up residence in the corners of houses, where at this time of year you can see the males doing their mating dance for the females. Totally harmless and traditionally believed to bring good luck.
Daddy Long Legs or Cellar spiders
These are big and a bit freaky looking. They are rarely found outside, and prefer to hang uspide down in their scruffy webs in the warm corners of your ceilings or cupboards. They grow to 45mm (including legs) but they're harmless and they do eat a lot of other spiders, including some house spiders (see below). So unless you really can't stand them, this one is worth leaving alone.
House Spiders
These are the biggest of Britain's spiders, with some reaching an overall size of 12cm. It's one of the only species to match a large body with large thick legs. This one, the Tegenaria duellica, is only found in the east of Dorset - in the west your house spider is the Tegenaria saeva. They spin very large webs that can last for years, often passing from generation to generation. The webs were were reportedly used as bandages in the 1700s, while the spiders themselves were once eaten alive as a cure for a fever. We don't recommend that, but they're much less scary than they look.
Lace web spiders
These are often mistaken for false widow spiders, but are longer of body, with shorter and thicker legs. This spider comes indoors in the autumn to look for a mate or if it's rained a lot and their homes have been flooded.
If you're not sure if you've got a lace weaver or a false widow, look for a web - the lace weaver's web is flat and intricate, and usually built over walls or other surfaces, with a central hole where the spider hides. They're pretty mean looking, with a total length of 2cm and quite thick legs. They do bite, but they're not aggressive and symptoms should consist of swelling for no more than 12 hours.
False Widows
This is Steatoda Nobilis, the noble false widow. It's one of three false widow species in the UK, the largest - and the one mostly likely to come into your house. It's been on the south coast for more than 150 years. The British Arachnological Society says: "Everybody in the coastal counties of Southern England has had lots of them in their house and garden for many years, whether they have been aware of this or not."
The false widow is unlikely to bite you unless you sit on it or it gets trapped in your clothes. Should you get bitten, it should be no more painful than a wasp sting, experts say - pointing out that many of those with spider bite horor stories did not see the creature that bit them.
If you don't want to take the risk, they are pretty slow moving, so they're easy to catch and remove from your house. They are mostly found outdoors but they do like to lurk under washing machines, fridges and toilets.
Other types of false widow you might see are the rabbit hutch spider - much smaller and not known to bite - and the cupboard spider, which does bite, but not often.
Zebra Jumping spiders
These tiny - 8mm- spiders are usually found in the garden but do occasionally make their way through open doors and windows at this time of year. They're harmless, but if you're not expecting it their jump might alarm you. And their mating dance is something pretty special.
Missing sector orb weaver

This is another spider often mis-identified as a false widow, but is easily distinguished because it spinds a circular web rather than the vertical scaffold-like strands of a false widow. It's known as the missing sector weaver because it leaves a slice of its web unfinished. Perfectly harmless, but it might try building its web on the inside of your window instead of the outside.
And one you'll definitely see outside!
Garden spiders
One of our biggest spiders, with a body size of up to 1.5cm, these are the spiders you see sitting in the middle of a perfectly constructed orb web. They have a distinctive cross pattern on their backs They'll be around until the first frosts kill them off.
If you're lucky enough to get one on the outside of your windows you might get to watch it do this. (The speed they move when wrapping up flies and wasps is pretty impressive too.)
But I HATE spiders, what do I do?
Some say conkers in bowls by doors and windows will keep them out. Some say a citrus based spray. Keep all your doors and windows closed and your house warm. And check boots and shoes you haven't worn for a while, just in case...


thedailyecho--2020-09-06--Meon Valley man who harassed woman told to do unpaid work

A MEON Valley man who harassed a woman for close to three months has been ordered to carry out unpaid @ @ @ @ @ of Midlington Road , Droxford , sent text messages , made numerous phone calls and @ @ @ @ @ during a face time call between March 21 and June 8 this year .
The @ @ @ @ @ Court on August 24 where he pleaded guilty to the offence .
Magistrates imposed a @ @ @ @ @ will have to complete a rehabilitation activity requirement .
He must also carry out 120 @ @ @ @ @ 12 months .
Avery will also pay a £95 victim surcharge and £85 court costs @

Mark Avery, of Midlington Road, Droxford, sent text messages, made numerous phone calls and was abusive to his victim during a face time call between March 21 and June 8 this year.
The 36-year-old appeared at Basingstoke Magistrates Court on August 24 where he pleaded guilty to the offence.
Magistrates imposed a community order in which Avery will have to complete a rehabilitation activity requirement.
He must also carry out 120 hours of unpaid work within 12 months.
Avery will also pay a £95 victim surcharge and £85 court costs.


thedailyecho--2020-09-06--ARCHIVE PIC OF THE DAY: Pub darts team in 1985

This picture was taken during a darts players charity match at the Percy Arms in Bitterne .
The date was @ @ @ @ @ these young ladies threw spears for a good cause .
The Percy Arms was was @ @ @ @ @ at 18 Commercial Street .
Do you remember the Percy Arms or recognise anyone in @ @ @ @ @ you have any more information about this picture you 'd like to share ?

The date was March 16, 1985 when these young ladies threw spears for a good cause.
The Percy Arms was was a 19th century pub located at 18 Commercial Street.
They closed back in 2010.
Do you remember the Percy Arms or recognise anyone in the darts team? Do you have any more information about this picture you'd like to share?
If so, email ian.crump@dailyecho.co.uk .


thedailyecho--2020-09-06--Serious sexual assault at Fort Victoria Country Park

OFFICERS are turning to witnesses after a three-year-old girl was seriously sexually assaulted in woodland .
Police are now providing a portal for any witnesses to upload photo and video evidence as part of an investigation into a sexual offence at Fort Victoria Country Park .
The incident took place shortly after 3pm on Monday August 31 .
Detective Chief Inspector Liam Davies said : “ We have previously appealed for anyone with Dash Cash footage , who drove into Fort Victoria Country Park via Westhill Lane between 11.30am and 4pm on Bank Holiday Monday , to get in touch @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this footage , and in addition would now like to hear from anyone who attended the country park between these times and took photographs or videos while they were there .
“ Please take the time to check over your cameras and camera phones and upload anything you captured in the area that day to the portal provided , even if you feel it may not be of relevance .
“ You may have inadvertently captured something , or someone , significant without realising it .
“ We are continuing to investigate this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our dedicated investigators will take the time to review all of the material you provide us.
” Superintendent Sarah Jackson , District Commander for the Isle of Wight , said : “ I am , of course , aware of the concerns within the community following this incident , but please be reassured that we are doing everything we can to progress this investigation and follow every line of enquiry available to us .
“ Incidents such as this are very rare and we will be ensuring we have additional patrols in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , we will be working with our partners and local schools to address any concerns raised .
“ As ever , please pass any information you have about this incident to the investigation team , and please refrain from speculating online while we seek to establish the full circumstances.
” A man arrested in connection with this incident remains on bail until September 28 .
Anyone with video footage or photographs from the area on 31 August can submit this through the online portal at https : //mipp.police.uk/operation/44HC20E11-PO1 .
If you have information @ @ @ @ @ @ @ call 101 quoting Operation July .
Alternatively , you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100 % anonymously on 0800 555 111 , or via their anonymous online form at crimestoppers-uk.org

Police are now providing a portal for any witnesses to upload photo and video evidence as part of an investigation into a sexual offence at Fort Victoria Country Park.
The incident took place shortly after 3pm on Monday August 31.
Detective Chief Inspector Liam Davies said: “We have previously appealed for anyone with Dash Cash footage, who drove into Fort Victoria Country Park via Westhill Lane between 11.30am and 4pm on Bank Holiday Monday, to get in touch.
“We continue to ask for this footage, and in addition would now like to hear from anyone who attended the country park between these times and took photographs or videos while they were there.
“Please take the time to check over your cameras and camera phones and upload anything you captured in the area that day to the portal provided, even if you feel it may not be of relevance.
“You may have inadvertently captured something, or someone, significant without realising it.
“We are continuing to investigate this offence as an absolute priority, and our dedicated investigators will take the time to review all of the material you provide us.”
Superintendent Sarah Jackson, District Commander for the Isle of Wight, said: “I am, of course, aware of the concerns within the community following this incident, but please be reassured that we are doing everything we can to progress this investigation and follow every line of enquiry available to us.
“Incidents such as this are very rare and we will be ensuring we have additional patrols in the relevant locations. In addition to this, we will be working with our partners and local schools to address any concerns raised.
“As ever, please pass any information you have about this incident to the investigation team, and please refrain from speculating online while we seek to establish the full circumstances.”
A man arrested in connection with this incident remains on bail until September 28.
Anyone with video footage or photographs from the area on 31 August can submit this through the online portal at https://mipp.police.uk/operation/44HC20E11-PO1.
If you have information that could assist, you can also call 101 quoting Operation July.
Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their anonymous online form at crimestoppers-uk.org


thedailyecho--2020-09-06--The rare and valuable UK stamps and coins that could be worth a fortune

A number of the rarest and most valuable UK stamps and coins have been revealed – and some are worth over half a million pounds .
The money team from NetVoucherCodes.co.uk have researched and revealed eight stamps and coins that could earn owners a small fortune , but some are so rare the likelihood of finding one is remote .
While stamp and coin collecting may be seen by many as an outdated hobby and ones without much benefit , but there are a number of collectibles that can earn owners a small fortune .
Which stamps are the most @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are some of the most valuable , with certain varieties worth as much as £21,000 .
Which coins are the most valuable ?
Many coins are also worth much more than their original value , including the 1937 Edward VIII Brass Threepence , which could fetch an astonishing £45,000 today .
What have researchers said ?
A spokesperson for NetVoucherCodes.co.uk said : “ Coins and stamps are probably some of the more obscure objects to collect nowadays , but it can still be a lucrative hobby .
“ Most often it ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ misprints that become so heavily sought after , purely because they ’ re so rare .
“ In other cases , it ’ s a set of coins or stamps that were the first of their kind , or perhaps varieties that were never officially released into circulation , but were only produced as prototypes .
“ The stamps and coins we ’ ve listed here are some of the rarest and therefore the most valuable UK varieties , but there are plenty of others that will still fetch a substantial profit if @ @ @ @ @ @ @ somewhere.
” Here are some of the most expensive stamps in the UK : The British Penny Black is coveted among stamp collectors .
Run-of-the-mill Penny Black stamps could be had for around £40 , but the most sought-after are much more expensive , even as much as £45,000 .
In June 2011 , a Penny Black from the first registration sheets created in 1840 sold for around £348,000 ( $ 560,000 ) .
A rare version of this particular design sold for a colossal price in 2012 - £550,000 !
Around two @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for issue , but arguably the most valuable are those printed from plate 77 .
The test sheets of the Penny Red from plate 77 contained imperfections but despite this , several from the batch made it into circulation .
It ’ s been confirmed that four mint conditions of the stamps and five used versions are the only ones in existence .
These stamps were produced in 1978 and due to an error , the 13p postage price failed to get printed on the stamp .
What was 13p is now worth @ @ @ @ @ @ @ three of them in the world – although the Queen is said to own to two of them and a private collector the third , so it ’ s unlikely you ’ ll get ever your hands on this particular rare stamp .
Stamps from the Victorian era are often some of the most rare and valuable , like the Brown Lilac Stamp .
Issued in 1883 , the £1 Brown Lilac Stamp is now considered one of the rarest .
Ones with the original gum adhesive on the back are worth the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Here are some of the most expensive coins in the UK : This coin was made to commemorate King Edward VIII ’ s rise to the throne before he famously abdicated .
While commemorative Royal China was mass-produced to honour the new King , hardly any coins with his head on were created .
In fact , it is estimated only 5-10 were made .
As a result , these coins are valued at around £45,000 each .
Arguably the most famous British coin is the 1933 penny .
Four ‘ pattern ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but never went into production are particularly valuable – one sold for a staggering £72,000 at a London auction in 2016 .
England hosted the UEFA European Football Championship in 1966 , and despite missing out on a spot in the finals , a coin was minted to commemorate the occasion .
Just over 2,000 of them were made and they ’ re highly collectable .
However , there is a selection of this coin that feature an incorrect date and a flat surface .
This version of the coin is extremely rare @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 50 pence piece is highly recognisable – it features a ring of hands enveloping the text ‘ 1973 50 pence ’ .
Only a few of these coins were made , which were presented to finance ministers and Senior Officials of the EEC when England joined .
It ’ s now worth about £3,000 .

The money team from NetVoucherCodes.co.uk have researched and revealed eight stamps and coins that could earn owners a small fortune, but some are so rare the likelihood of finding one is remote.
While stamp and coin collecting may be seen by many as an outdated hobby and ones without much benefit, but there are a number of collectibles that can earn owners a small fortune.
Which stamps are the most valuable?
Stamps from the Victorian era are some of the most valuable, with certain varieties worth as much as £21,000.
Which coins are the most valuable?
Many coins are also worth much more than their original value, including the 1937 Edward VIII Brass Threepence, which could fetch an astonishing £45,000 today.
What have researchers said?
A spokesperson for NetVoucherCodes.co.uk said: “Coins and stamps are probably some of the more obscure objects to collect nowadays, but it can still be a lucrative hobby.
“Most often it’s commemorative pieces or varieties with errors or misprints that become so heavily sought after, purely because they’re so rare.
“In other cases, it’s a set of coins or stamps that were the first of their kind, or perhaps varieties that were never officially released into circulation, but were only produced as prototypes.
“The stamps and coins we’ve listed here are some of the rarest and therefore the most valuable UK varieties, but there are plenty of others that will still fetch a substantial profit if you happen to have one hidden away somewhere.”
Here are some of the most expensive stamps in the UK:
Stamps:
1. Penny Black – potential value: £348,000
The British Penny Black is coveted among stamp collectors.
Run-of-the-mill Penny Black stamps could be had for around £40, but the most sought-after are much more expensive, even as much as £45,000.
In June 2011, a Penny Black from the first registration sheets created in 1840 sold for around £348,000 ($560,000).
2. Plate 77 Penny Red – potential value: £550,000
A rare version of this particular design sold for a colossal price in 2012 - £550,000!
Around two billion of the Penny Reds were printed for issue, but arguably the most valuable are those printed from plate 77.
The test sheets of the Penny Red from plate 77 contained imperfections but despite this, several from the batch made it into circulation.
It’s been confirmed that four mint conditions of the stamps and five used versions are the only ones in existence.
3. Roses Error Stamp – potential value: £130,000
These stamps were produced in 1978 and due to an error, the 13p postage price failed to get printed on the stamp.
What was 13p is now worth a staggering £130,000 as there are only three of them in the world – although the Queen is said to own to two of them and a private collector the third, so it’s unlikely you’ll get ever your hands on this particular rare stamp.
4. Brown Lilac Stamp – potential value: £21,000
Stamps from the Victorian era are often some of the most rare and valuable, like the Brown Lilac Stamp.
Issued in 1883, the £1 Brown Lilac Stamp is now considered one of the rarest.
Ones with the original gum adhesive on the back are worth the most – as much as £21,000.
Here are some of the most expensive coins in the UK:
Coins:
1. 1937 Edward VIII Brass Threepence – potential value: £45,000
This coin was made to commemorate King Edward VIII’s rise to the throne before he famously abdicated.
While commemorative Royal China was mass-produced to honour the new King, hardly any coins with his head on were created.
In fact, it is estimated only 5-10 were made. As a result, these coins are valued at around £45,000 each.
2. 1933 George V Penny – potential value: £72,000
Arguably the most famous British coin is the 1933 penny.
Four ‘pattern’ versions that were presented as a prototype but never went into production are particularly valuable – one sold for a staggering £72,000 at a London auction in 2016.
3. Football European Championship £2 – potential value: £1,700
England hosted the UEFA European Football Championship in 1966, and despite missing out on a spot in the finals, a coin was minted to commemorate the occasion.
Just over 2,000 of them were made and they’re highly collectable. However, there is a selection of this coin that feature an incorrect date and a flat surface.
This version of the coin is extremely rare and is worth around £1,700.
4. 1973 European Economic Community 50p – potential value: £3,000
This 50 pence piece is highly recognisable – it features a ring of hands enveloping the text ‘1973 50 pence’.
Only a few of these coins were made, which were presented to finance ministers and Senior Officials of the EEC when England joined. It’s now worth about £3,000.


thedailyecho--2020-09-06--Pictures: No Romsey Show this year - here are pics from twenty years ago

WITH no Romsey Show this year , the Daily Echo takes a look back at at the event twenty years @ @ @ @ @ flocked to the annual show over the weekend for a taste of country life .
@ @ @ @ @ a photographer when he visited the show ground on September 9 , 2000 .
Among @ @ @ @ @ Division Band , children with animals and judges with livestock .
As well as animal @ @ @ @ @ crowds were entertained with facepainting and food .

Thousands of people flocked to the annual show over the weekend for a taste of country life.
These pictures were snapped by a photographer when he visited the show ground on September 9, 2000.
Among the images are the Light Division Band, children with animals and judges with livestock.
As well as animal related events including showjumping, crowds were entertained with facepainting and food.


thedailyecho--2020-09-06--Promise of no price change for city energy customers

CUSTOMERS of a Southampton-based energy company have been reassured that there will be no price change following the ending of an existing contract .
Southampton City Council has reassured customers of CitizEn Energy that following the announcement of the ending of the contract with Robin Hood Energy ( RHE ) all electricity supplies will continue , and that those on fixed price contracts with CitizEn will continue to pay the same price .
CitizEn energy was set up by Southampton City Council in 2018 to offer greener , fairer priced energy to local people , as an ethical , not-for-profit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Robin Hood Energy , dealing directly with energy suppliers , and CitizEn energy became what is known as a ‘ white label ’ customer of Robin Hood Energy .
A contract was entered into with Robin Hood Energy for five years , but this contract is now ending as a result of the decision by Nottingham Council to sell Robin Hood Energy .
CitizEn energy customers will automatically transfer to a new energy supplier , with those on a fixed price contract continuing to pay the same rate .
A package of measures @ @ @ @ @ @ @ customers about this change .
Assistance will be provided to assist customers to switch if they wish to do so .
Councillor Steve Leggett , Cabinet Member for Green City and Place , said : `` We are sad at the sale of Robin Hood Energy , which was completely out of our control .
Robin Hood Energy had 100,000 customers , with deals already in place with electricity suppliers , while CitizEn energy has 1,500 .
Now RHE have decided to sell , our customers will be automatically switched to a new @ @ @ @ @ @ @ customers that their electricity supply will not be affected during the switch . ''

Southampton City Council has reassured customers of CitizEn Energy that following the announcement of the ending of the contract with Robin Hood Energy (RHE) all electricity supplies will continue, and that those on fixed price contracts with CitizEn will continue to pay the same price.
CitizEn energy was set up by Southampton City Council in 2018 to offer greener, fairer priced energy to local people, as an ethical, not-for-profit company.
Nottingham Council had set up Robin Hood Energy, dealing directly with energy suppliers, and CitizEn energy became what is known as a ‘white label’ customer of Robin Hood Energy.
A contract was entered into with Robin Hood Energy for five years, but this contract is now ending as a result of the decision by Nottingham Council to sell Robin Hood Energy.
CitizEn energy customers will automatically transfer to a new energy supplier, with those on a fixed price contract continuing to pay the same rate.
A package of measures will be implemented to communicate with CitizEn customers about this change. Assistance will be provided to assist customers to switch if they wish to do so.
Councillor Steve Leggett, Cabinet Member for Green City and Place, said: "We are sad at the sale of Robin Hood Energy, which was completely out of our control. Robin Hood Energy had 100,000 customers, with deals already in place with electricity suppliers, while CitizEn energy has 1,500. Now RHE have decided to sell, our customers will be automatically switched to a new supplier. I want to reassure CitizEn customers that their electricity supply will not be affected during the switch."


thedailyecho--2020-09-06--LETTER - Trust the United States electoral system

VERY few things are sacred in politics although the right to vote should be one of them .
The more @ @ @ @ @ democratic system should work but it 's only one vote per person unlike the suggestion @ @ @ @ @ Let them send it in and let them go vote , and if their system @ @ @ @ @ say it is , then obviously they wo n't be able to vote . ''
@ @ @ @ @ should be .
Given his concerns about the validity of postal voting he should not @ @ @ @ @ it to the test .
Testing a system by trying to break it is a @ @ @ @ @ strength of a metal beam but testing which snakes are poisonous by letting them bite @ @ @ @ @ it is quite possible his poisonous rhetoric might come back to bite him in the @ @ @ @ @ system , after all it elected you last time and that was n't a mistake @ @ @ @ @

The more votes cast the better the democratic system should work but it's only one vote per person unlike the suggestion from Donald Trump, "Let them send it in and let them go vote, and if their system's as good as they say it is, then obviously they won't be able to vote."
This is either criminal or should be.
Given his concerns about the validity of postal voting he should not be asking people to put it to the test.
Testing a system by trying to break it is a proper approach when testing the strength of a metal beam but testing which snakes are poisonous by letting them bite you isn't advised and it is quite possible his poisonous rhetoric might come back to bite him in the election.
Trust the electoral system, after all it elected you last time and that wasn't a mistake, or was it?
Dennis Fitzgerald
Melbourne, Australia


thedailyecho--2020-09-06--LETTER - What schemes are council reserves earmarked for?

CLLR Roy Perry should know that all new schools now automatically become academies or free schools .
The county council @ @ @ @ @ design and construction but the actual funds come from central government and/or the local developer @ @ @ @ @ been assured , is the case with the provision of the new primary schools at @ @ @ @ @ .
Once they are up and running the Local Authority has no more jurisdiction over @ @ @ @ @ new local democracy in action !
So some of the county reserves are not earmarked @ @ @ @ @ schools as Cllr Perry states .
So , one wonders for what schemes most of @ @ @ @ @ earmarked .
I think we council tax payers have a right to know .

The county council has responsibility for overseeing the design and construction but the actual funds come from central government and/or the local developer, as, I have been assured, is the case with the provision of the new primary schools at Barton Farm and Stoneham Park.
Once they are up and running the Local Authority has no more jurisdiction over either school Evidence of the new local democracy in action!
So some of the county reserves are not earmarked for the provision of new schools as Cllr Perry states.
So, one wonders for what schemes most of the £643 million reserves are earmarked.
I think we council tax payers have a right to know.
Michael Bull
Romsey


thedailyecho--2020-09-06--LETTER - Take part in Breast Cancer Now pink fundraiser

I am writing to ask your readers to join us on October 23 and take part in the UK ’ s biggest and boldest pink fundraiser , wear it pink .
Right now , we don ’ t know what the world will look like in October , what we ’ ll be able to do or who we ’ ll be able to see .
But we do know that breast cancer doesn ’ t stop for anything .
As one of Breast Cancer Now ’ s Clinical Nurse Specialists , I know that people affected by breast cancer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people in Dorset , now more than ever before .
The coronavirus outbreak has been an unprecedented situation for us all .
Speaking to people affected by breast cancer , I know it continues to be an extremely difficult and uncertain time for so many affected by the disease .
While the NHS has taken extensive steps to minimise the impact on cancer services , many people have seen their treatment paused or delayed either to help reduce their risk of contracting COVID-19 or as the NHS has tried to cope with the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ve spoken to people with incurable secondary breast cancer , who had anxious months without treatments that had been helping to keep their disease stable .
During this time , Breast Cancer Now ’ s support services are even more important .
The coronavirus pandemic is also having a significant impact on our ability to fundraise , and therefore our ability to fund research and provide support at a time when people have never needed it more .
Breast Cancer Now ’ s wear it pink day helps us continue to make world-class @ @ @ @ @ @ @ through the vital funds that are raised by people across Dorset each year .
Without this fundraising , we simply can not continue to be here for people affected by breast cancer , now and in the future .
So , if there was ever a time to find that pink top , grab that pink tie or dig out that pink tutu , that time is now .
Fundraisers can register to claim a free fundraising pack at wearitpink.org .
Whether your wear it pink day is held online , an event @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , we hope you can join us in helping to fund life-saving breast cancer research and life-changing care for those affected by breast cancer .

Right now, we don’t know what the world will look like in October, what we’ll be able to do or who we’ll be able to see. But we do know that breast cancer doesn’t stop for anything.
As one of Breast Cancer Now’s Clinical Nurse Specialists, I know that people affected by breast cancer, our nurses and scientists urgently need people in Dorset, now more than ever before.
The coronavirus outbreak has been an unprecedented situation for us all. Speaking to people affected by breast cancer, I know it continues to be an extremely difficult and uncertain time for so many affected by the disease.
While the NHS has taken extensive steps to minimise the impact on cancer services, many people have seen their treatment paused or delayed either to help reduce their risk of contracting COVID-19 or as the NHS has tried to cope with the demands during the outbreak.
I’ve spoken to people with incurable secondary breast cancer, who had anxious months without treatments that had been helping to keep their disease stable.
During this time, Breast Cancer Now’s support services are even more important.
The coronavirus pandemic is also having a significant impact on our ability to fundraise, and therefore our ability to fund research and provide support at a time when people have never needed it more.
Breast Cancer Now’s wear it pink day helps us continue to make world-class breast cancer research and life-changing care happen through the vital funds that are raised by people across Dorset each year.
Without this fundraising, we simply cannot continue to be here for people affected by breast cancer, now and in the future.
So, if there was ever a time to find that pink top, grab that pink tie or dig out that pink tutu, that time is now.
Fundraisers can register to claim a free fundraising pack at wearitpink.org.
Whether your wear it pink day is held online, an event with your household or a socially-distanced event, we hope you can join us in helping to fund life-saving breast cancer research and life-changing care for those affected by breast cancer.
Addie Mitchell
Breast Cancer Now Clinical Nurse Specialist


thedailyecho--2020-09-07--Fundraiser for University of Reading law student with cancer to get ONC201 drug

THE family of a 21-year-old student with cancer are asking for help to raise money for a “ life-saving treatment ” that isn ’ t available on the NHS .
Sabreena Majid , from Southampton , was diagnosed with brain tumour diffuse midline glioma on January 28 .
Sabreena , who attended St Anne ’ s Catholic School and sixth form , studied ICT , religious studies and sociology for her A-Levels and went on to study for a law degree at University of Reading .
In December 2019 , Sabreena started to suffer from double vision and loss of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
But her family ’ s “ world changed ” when they were told she had a grade four tumour .
She later began to start 13 rounds of radiotherapy .
• Tributes paid to 'bubbly ' teaching assistant who died in hospital after short illness Her condition deteriorated quickly and as a result , she was made exempt from her final year law exams .
Sabreena ’ s family are asking for help to raise £48,000 for a drug called ONC201 .
It is a new drug candidate believed to kill cancer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her sister Nafisa Ilyas saw an article in the Daily Echo on Brooke Leavey , an 11-year-old who died after battling cancer .
They visited Brooke ’ s family , and Sabreena started taking ONC201 - costing £4,000 a month - from April to June .
Nafisa said : “ Sabreena is the youngest of five of us .
She ’ s the most bubbly , happy-go-lucky character .
“ We met Brooke ’ s family , who had raised money for treatment from Germany .
We were preparing for the worst case @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of this drug ONC201 that they had left.
” During an MRI scan in May , doctors discovered her tumour had reduced slightly , and in another MRI in August .
Nafisa added : “ If we ’ d never met Brooke ’ s family , we would never have known about this drug .
We can ’ t stress enough how grateful we are .
“ Once we realised the drug was very helpful , we wanted to get hold of it .
`` We ’ ve contacted a doctor in Germany @ @ @ @ @ @ @ funds to go there and buy the drug .
”

Sabreena Majid, from Southampton, was diagnosed with brain tumour diffuse midline glioma on January 28.
Sabreena, who attended St Anne’s Catholic School and sixth form, studied ICT, religious studies and sociology for her A-Levels and went on to study for a law degree at University of Reading.
In December 2019, Sabreena started to suffer from double vision and loss of balance, and was rushed to hospital.
But her family’s “world changed” when they were told she had a grade four tumour. She later began to start 13 rounds of radiotherapy.
Her condition deteriorated quickly and as a result, she was made exempt from her final year law exams.
Sabreena’s family are asking for help to raise £48,000 for a drug called ONC201. It is a new drug candidate believed to kill cancer cells.
It comes after Sabreena and her sister Nafisa Ilyas saw an article in the Daily Echo on Brooke Leavey, an 11-year-old who died after battling cancer.
They visited Brooke’s family, and Sabreena started taking ONC201 - costing £4,000 a month - from April to June.
Nafisa said: “Sabreena is the youngest of five of us. She’s the most bubbly, happy-go-lucky character.
“We met Brooke’s family, who had raised money for treatment from Germany. We were preparing for the worst case scenario so they gave us six weeks of this drug ONC201 that they had left.”
During an MRI scan in May, doctors discovered her tumour had reduced slightly, and in another MRI in August.
Nafisa added: “If we’d never met Brooke’s family, we would never have known about this drug. We can’t stress enough how grateful we are.
“Once we realised the drug was very helpful, we wanted to get hold of it.
"We’ve contacted a doctor in Germany and are waiting until we have enough funds to go there and buy the drug.”
To donate, visit https://uk.gf.me/v/c/gfm/help-sabreena-beat-dipg.


thedailyecho--2020-09-07--Police chase at Summit Way Southampton

Police chase at Summit Way Southampton

TWO teenagers were arrested after a car crashed into parked cars and sped off from police in a residential road @ @ @ @ @ of a BMW at Summit Way in Southampton , but the car speedily drove off @ @ @ @ @ two parked cars .
A short time later , a car matching the description was @ @ @ @ @ police car .
It is believed that two people ran off and two were detained @ @ @ @ @ of the incident , which happened on Friday September 4 at 10pm , were released @ @ @ @ @ • Roads closed and helicopter launched during police incident in Southampton Six police cars were @ @ @ @ @ Forest Hills Drive , while a helicopter circled the area .
Two people were arrested @ @ @ @ @ and a 19-year-old male both from Southampton .
They were arrested on suspicion of taking @ @ @ @ @ The 17-year-old was later released without charge and the 19-year-old has been released on bail @ @ @ @ @ continue .

Officers approached the driver of a BMW at Summit Way in Southampton, but the car speedily drove off in reverse and crashed into two parked cars.
A short time later, a car matching the description was stopped by officers in a police car.
It is believed that two people ran off and two were detained at the scene.
Details of the incident, which happened on Friday September 4 at 10pm, were released by police last night.
Six police cars were seen at River Walk and Forest Hills Drive, while a helicopter circled the area.
Two people were arrested, including a 17-year-old male and a 19-year-old male both from Southampton.
They were arrested on suspicion of taking a vehicle without consent.
The 17-year-old was later released without charge and the 19-year-old has been released on bail until October 2 while enquiries continue.


thedailyecho--2020-09-07--Pizza Express to close in Lymington, Port Solent and Whiteley

PIZZA Express has had its plans to permanently close 73 restaurants – including three in Hampshire – approved by creditors .
Branches in Lymington , Port Solent , and Whiteley Village were among those included on a list of 73 restaurants earmarked for closure last month , impacting 1,100 jobs .
The chain said 89 % of its creditors voted for its Company Voluntary Arrangement ( CVA ) restructuring deal , which will also see it secure rent reductions .
It needed a minimum of 75 % of creditors to vote in favour of the deal to give it the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Express said the slump in revenue caused by the enforced closure of all restaurants during the pandemic , the cost of reopening , and the UK ’ s uncertain economic future meant its rental costs were no longer sustainable .
It is the latest in a raft of chains , including Zizzi-owner Azzurri Group , Byron Burger , and Frankie & Benny ’ s owner The Restaurant Group , to shut sites after being hit by the lockdown .
Pizza Express said it currently has 355 restaurants open in the UK , with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the coming weeks .
The restructuring will also see a significant de-leveraging on the group ’ s external debt , reducing it from £735 million to £319 million .
Around £144 million of new funds will be pumped into the business to drive future growth .
In a statement , Pizza Express said : “ The successful vote unlocks the company ’ s ability to actively address the challenges brought by Covid-19 , securing over 9,000 jobs in the UK .
“ The directors of Pizza Express thank its creditors for their support @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ongoing partnership as the hospitality industry recovers to growth.
” The company , which is majority-owned by Chinese firm Hony Capital , also confirmed last month that it had hired advisers from Lazard to lead a sale process for the business .

Branches in Lymington, Port Solent, and Whiteley Village were among those included on a list of 73 restaurants earmarked for closure last month, impacting 1,100 jobs.
The chain said 89% of its creditors voted for its Company Voluntary Arrangement (CVA) restructuring deal, which will also see it secure rent reductions.
It needed a minimum of 75% of creditors to vote in favour of the deal to give it the green light.
Last month, Pizza Express said the slump in revenue caused by the enforced closure of all restaurants during the pandemic, the cost of reopening, and the UK’s uncertain economic future meant its rental costs were no longer sustainable.
It is the latest in a raft of chains, including Zizzi-owner Azzurri Group, Byron Burger, and Frankie & Benny’s owner The Restaurant Group, to shut sites after being hit by the lockdown.
Pizza Express said it currently has 355 restaurants open in the UK, with more than 30 due to reopen in the coming weeks.
The restructuring will also see a significant de-leveraging on the group’s external debt, reducing it from £735 million to £319 million.
Around £144 million of new funds will be pumped into the business to drive future growth.
In a statement, Pizza Express said: “The successful vote unlocks the company’s ability to actively address the challenges brought by Covid-19, securing over 9,000 jobs in the UK.
“The directors of Pizza Express thank its creditors for their support during this period and look forward to ongoing partnership as the hospitality industry recovers to growth.”
The company, which is majority-owned by Chinese firm Hony Capital, also confirmed last month that it had hired advisers from Lazard to lead a sale process for the business.