The figure is the highest since current police recording practices began in the year to March 2003, according to the Office for National Statistics.

Seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton will be on hand to open a first-of-its-kind store in London this week.

Southampton FC Women's final game of the season against Charlton Athletic has been selected for live coverage on Sunday, May 4.

Joseph had Down syndrome, he was cared for by Naomi House & Jacksplace, Joseph’s mum, Joanne, shares experience of the care received.

There’s never been a more important time for us all to talk about housing, writes Vivid CEO Mark Perry in the Echo's Business Voice column.

US President Donald Trump’s trade war and annexation threats have upended Canada’s election and improved the fortunes of the ...

Gareth Dack was serving a minimum of 33 years for the murder of Norma Bell when he was found dead at HMP Frankland.

A Southampton dad threatened the owner of a private car park in South Cumbria with a large knife after he intended to park on his property overnight.

An award-winning artist is creating a new sculpture for Netley. Eastleigh Borough Council has commissioned artist Nick Hornby to develop the large-scale artwork on Hound Parish Council land. The piece ...

Law students from University of Southampton are giving up their time to help local people or businesses defending themselves as McKenzie Friends.

Police have given an update following a shocking stabbing that took place in Eastleigh last year. As reported in the Echo last year, officers rushed to Twyford Road at around 7.38pm on Sunday, July 21 ...

Marie Heathcote lodged an appeal after New Forest District Council rejected her application to install a new garden fence and gate. But a government-appointed planning inspector has upheld the council ...