3+ day, 10+ hour ago   (151+ words) Volunteers are needed to help bring festive cheer to those who might otherwise spend Christmas Day alone. Community First is seeking volunteers for its annual Christmas Day lunch, which offers food and companionship to older and vulnerable people who would…...

3+ day, 10+ hour ago   (151+ words) Theatre-goers are in for a treat as Matilda Jr. arrives in Eastleigh. The musical, presented by RARE Productions, showcases the story of a young girl with special powers who dreams of a better life. The performance promises to captivate audiences…...

4+ day, 10+ hour ago   (156+ words) A care home has marked five years of service with a vibrant Hawaiian-themed celebration. Florence Court Care Home, based in Fareham, hosted the tropical event to thank residents, families, staff and the wider community for their support since opening. Sarah…...

4+ day, 10+ hour ago   (177+ words) Visitors to Marwell Zoo have started catching glimpses of its latest arrival, Luca. As previously reported by the Echo, the four-year-old Amur tiger is staying at the Hampshire zoo for up to six months while repairs are carried out on…...

4+ day, 22+ hour ago   (171+ words) A potential buyer allegedly stole a motorbike after being given the owner's home address near Romsey through Facebook Marketplace, police have said. Officers received a report of a burglary in Sherfield English, near Romsey, between 8pm on September 7 and 7am on September…...

5+ day, 10+ hour ago   (395+ words) Construction work has officially begun on the long-awaited revamp of Gosport Police Station, with the multi-million-pound project now expected to be completed in 2027. Fareham-based construction company Amiri has moved on to the South Street site and begun work to transform…...

5+ day, 10+ hour ago   (342+ words) A charity golf day has raised £15,000 to support cardiac care across the south. The event, organised by Southampton-based charity Heartbeat, took place at South Winchester Golf Club and attracted 20 teams for a day of competition and fundraising. Mark Ind, chief…...

5+ day, 10+ hour ago   (162+ words) A Hampshire club is celebrating new members, a milestone anniversary and a president-elect. Fareham Meon Rotary Club is marking a season of growth and change, with Marion Lawless, Sue Song and Jim Roberson recently joining to help drive community outreach…...

5+ day, 10+ hour ago   (331+ words) A fascinating wedding took place at The Montagu Arms at the weekend – and it is not what you expect! Labrador, Reggie, and Labradoodle, Luna, became the first-ever dogs to “tie the knot” at the dog-friendly hotel in a one-of-a-kind wedding....

5+ day, 10+ hour ago   (322+ words) A lone stoker battled a fierce fire aboard the 684-ton Calshot on July 11, 1953. Built by John I Thornycroft & Co at Woolston in 1929, the vessel served as a tug and tender for passengers travelling to and from ocean liners. The fire…...