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New Bishop's Waltham police station on way as Gosport set for renovations
More police stations are to open across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight as renovation work is set ahead of Gosport station’s reopening.

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Residents push back as Kingston Road bus lane plan removes 19 parking spaces
Local residents and campaigners have raised concerns about Portsmouth City Council’s plan to create a new bus lane on Kingston Road, between Binsteed Road and Hanway Road.


Severe delays on the A3 with one lane blocked near Horndean due to obstruction
Drivers are facing severe delays on the A3 with one lane blocked due to an obstruction.

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Euphoric inebriated memories of watching sports at Walkabout bar in Portsmouth
Walkabout was one of the most popular spots to watch big games in the city centre in the early part of the millennium.

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"Should have been replaced": Ex RFA Argus Commanding Officer laments broken ship stuck at Portsmouth Navy base
The former Commanding Officer of a broken naval ship which is too unsafe to sail believes the vessel should have been long-since replaced.
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M3: Aston Martin driver with 'noticeably poor driving standards' arrested after being three times over limit
A hazardous Aston Martin driver, who was spotted travelling at a snail’s pace on a major motorway, has been arrested for being three times over the limit.


EuroMillions hits £131m tonight - are we heading for another £208m jackpot frenzy?
EuroMillions climbs to £131m tonight - just months after the UK went wild over the £208m jackpot. Is another maximum draw on the cards?


Plans for new motorway services on M27 near Portsmouth to boost economy by £50m
Plans have been submitted for a new motorway services on the M27 near Portsmouth that could boost the economy by £50m.


'Exciting adventure' in the pipeline at Portsdown Hill pub The Churchillian as new owner takes over 'fantastic' boozer
A ‘fantastic’ boozer is reverting back to independent management as a new owner steps forward with ‘exciting’ plans in the pipeline.


Victorious England Women's ceremony lead by Portsmouth Royal Marines musicians as Lionesses lift Euros trophy
Military personnel from Portsmouth played a vital role in celebrating England’s victory at the Women’s Euros.


On a crest of a WAVE at HI Fest
With a couple of hours to kill I wandered past West Town Inn, Hayling Island and heard some lovely sounds from their garden area. The pub’s reputation five years ago was very negative but has been totally turned round into a friendly family-oriented place by landlady, Maxine Demetriou


Royal Navy: HMS Prince of Wales leaves Australia after huge defence exercise - what next on the deployment?
The Royal Navy flagship has left Australia after a huge exercise and series of port visits.


"Great recognition of Portsmouth": Humungous Virgin cruise ship Scarlet Lady returns to city after 4 years
A huge cruise ship famous for its party atmosphere has returned to Portsmouth for the first time in four years.


Mubarak Ibrehim denies raping woman near Portsmouth Combined Court Centre and voyeurism charge
A man has denied voyeurism and raping a woman near a Portsmouth court building.


6 websites which now require UK age checks after Online Safety Act - that you probably won't expect
The Online Safety Act has introduced new rules for using the internet in the UK 🚨


Michael Kiwanuka replaced by Kaiser Chiefs at Victorious Festival as he pulls out of all summer gigs amid 'ongoing illness'
‘Ongoing illness’ has led to a performer cancelling his set at Victorious next month - with an epic replacement announced.


Here's why an air ambulance was spotted over Havant and Waterlooville today
An air ambulance was spotted over Havant and Waterlooville today for an emergency incident.


Portsmouth from the past: 14 stunning pictures taking you right back
There is an interesting assortment of images here that show life in Landport before and after World War Two.


Independent review backs city’s approach to HMO regulation
An independent review has praised Portsmouth City Council’s additional licensing scheme for Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), following concerns raised by local landlords.


Help with funeral costs: 7 ways to lower UK funeral costs while giving your loved one a respectful farewell
Honouring a loved one shouldn’t break the bank, and there are ways to keep costs down while keeping it personal 💸
