Testing part of the pontoon ahead of its full return to the river
More than three years and four months after it was first reported broken, the Riverside Park pontoon is set to be craned back onto the water on June 9.
Why did people of all ages chose to take part in St Denys Carnival in May? Hear about about fabulous floats, costumes and water guns, the significance of the river for the local area, and what the event “means” in this 10-minute audio feature. We even hear why parades should pop up… well, anywhere. This one's free to listen now on digest+ >>>
“It is more important than ever that we stand together and focus on what unites us”
Following last night’s (June 2) widely reported disorder focused around Portswood’s Belmont Road area, during which 11 officers and a dog were injured, both the police and Southampton City Council have issued statements condemning the behaviour.
St Denys Road by Belmont Road at around 12.30am on Tuesday, strewn with debris. Photo: Taliesin Henty-Dodd
By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter
Violent scenes involving protesters clashing with police in Southampton have been labelled “thuggery”, “very scary” and “totally unacceptable”.
Henry Nowak. Photo: Hampshire & IOW Constabulary
Residents were raising awareness of the rights of rivers and the development of a charter for the council during a colourful jaunt from Mansbridge to Cobden Bridge on Sunday (May 31) - with support from the "goddess of the River Itchen, Ancasta", pictured.
By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter
City Life Church is giving up its long-running management of Townhill Park Community Centre due to financial challenges, with the council now seeking a new operator.
Photo: SCC
Compton’s Garden Party at the Triangle in June will feature a road closure, large stage and a programme of acts running from the afternoon into the evening, organisers have announced.
Former Triangle baker Graham Cotton was awarded the ‘City of Southampton Award’ at the council’s mayor making ceremony on May 20.
16 new rental e-scooter and e-bike carriageway parking bays are set to be installed in the east of Southampton – including several in Bitterne Park.
See our picture gallery from St Denys Carnival 2026...
By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter
Council leaders say they are working to remove “bus deserts” on the east side of Southampton.
The Triangle’s SOroast Coffee says it’s moving its large roasting machine to make more room in the coffee shop.
Major work is set to take place on Thomas Lewis Way from May 25.
A prominent former bank building in Bitterne Park, now used by the Persian Cultural Centre, has been put up for sale or rent, according to property agents Savills.
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A free showcase event celebrating the city’s green and blue spaces returns to Southampton Common in May, marking a week-long city festival.
By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter
The new Lord Mayor of Southampton wants to use her year in office to celebrate the city she has called home for almost 50 years, while a Portswood councillor has been elected sheriff.
The government has announced “bathing status” for 13 new beach and river sites, with a Catch-22 highlighted in a national media report suggesting the designation is harder to achieve in areas such as the River Itchen, where people are reluctant to swim due to existing pollution.
By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter
The new leader of Southampton City Council has been elected.
Triangle newcomer Comptons Cocktails is a regional finalist in the Muddy Stilettoes’ ‘Best Bar’ category, with public voting open until May 26.
By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter
Labour has lost control of Southampton City Council with no single party holding enough seats for a majority.
Webb holds Bitterne Park for Labour; Foster takes Portswood for Greens
No party now has overall control of Southampton City Council following Thursday's local election results, while Phil Webb won for Labour in Bitterne Park and Lori Foster for the Greens in Portswood.
By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter
Two new bus routes linking residential Townhill Park and Bitterne with the city centre, major employment areas and Southampton General Hospital have been announced.
Stock photo: SCC
A free workshop at Townhill Park Community Centre in June promises to explain “All you need to know about the UK [telephone] landline switchover”.
By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter
The NHS trust which runs Southampton General Hospital needs to make £81 million of savings to break even this year.
Photo: LDRS
Southern Water has submitted an application to Southampton City Council for a ‘screening opinion’ for major proposed work at its Portswood Water Treatment Works off Kent Road in St Denys.
Police report they were called to a collision in Portswood between a car and pedestrian on Monday evening (April 27).
The St Denys Carnival is set to return in May, with organisers promising a bigger and more ambitious event following last year’s revival.
Listen to our interview with organiser Lori Foster on digest+
By Jason Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter
Businesses and residents in Portswood have expressed anger, disappointment and fears for the future after discovering a major high street redevelopment project had stalled.
Photo: LDRS
A local park group is encouraging residents to take part in a nationwide bird survey aimed at building a clearer picture of how wildlife is using urban green spaces.
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