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17 legendary nightclubs that have closed in Portsmouth over the years including Tiger Tiger, Ritzy and Pryzm
We have certainly said goodbye to our fair share of iconic nightclubs over the years – let’s take a walk down memory lane.

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Man arrested following assault at Cosham Train Station, British Transport Police confirm
A man has been arrested after assaulting a person at Cosham train station.


Crash on A34 near Sutton Scotney Services results in lane closure and heavy delays
One lane has been closed on a major A road following a crash this evening.

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Portsmouth Labour defends MPs after leaked Whatsapp messages spark controversy
Portsmouth Labour has defended city’s MPs after leaked WhatsApp messages revealed comments branding protestors as “terrorists” and “Nazis” and included a joke suggesting Rishi Sunak should be deported to Rwanda.
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American aircraft carrier USS Harry S Truman that trained with HMS Prince of Wales crashes into merchant ship
An enormous American aircraft carrier that visited Portsmouth has crashed into a merchant ship.

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In Pictures: Ground ready for resurfacing at Hilsea Lido as pictures show wonderful progress
Hilsea Lido is starting to take shape as considerable progress is being made.
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54 striking pictures of the immense developments being made at Hilsea Lido
Work has been ongoing at Hilsea Lido since last June - and it looks absolutely incredible.


Royal Navy: Marine engineering training to be bolstered at HMS Sultan in Gosport after contract extension
Comprehensive training regimes in the Royal Navy are being bolstered following a contract extension.


Take tour inside impeccable Edwardian Southsea home on the market for £597,5000
An immaculate Edwardian terraced house is the perfect family home.


"Exciting" renovation to transform derelict 150-year-old Royal Navy Rum Store in Gosport to begin soon - when
Renovation work to breath new life into a derelict historic building is due to commence soon.


Police trying to 'locate' Portsmouth drug dealer who laughs in face of the law with fans
Police said they are still looking for a Portsmouth drug dealer who failed to show up to court - as the fugitive and his fans continue to laugh in the face of the law.


Magical scenes from Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings created by Waterlooville artist using tea bags
An artist has added a touch of magic to used tea bags by painting scenes from Harry Potter and The Lord of the Rings on them.


Man in 20s dies 'unexpectedly' after concerns raised
A man in his 20s died “unexpectedly” at an address after a concern for welfare was raised.


Proud Royal Marine musician donates rare statue to Alford Schools of Military Music at Portsmouth Naval Base
A rare statue of a Royal Marines musician has been donated to the elite military band by one of its former stalwarts.


Busy Portsmouth road set for closures amid gas works to 'minimise disruption'
A busy Portsmouth road will see closures next week for gas works during the school half-term holiday to “minimise disruption”.


Waterlooville masterplan: Bold new designs to be on display in town centre this Saturday
Five bold designs for Waterlooville town centre will be on display tomorrow with resident having the opportunity to ask the regeneration team questions.


Drivers preparing for second weekend of 'extremely disruptive' SGN lane closures in London Road
Motorists are bracing themselves for a second weekend of ‘extremely disruptive’ road closures while gas main replacement works are completed.


Man jailed for six years after causing 'tragic' fatal crash near Goodwood due to dangerous drug driving
A man has been jailed after causing a ‘tragic’ head on crash that resulted in the death of a 68-year-old.


7 Portsmouth area pubs that closed suddenly in recent times
Here are some pubs from the Portsmouth area that have suddenly closed in recent times.


Son who helped save his mum's life has "spectacular" time walking out with Callum Lang at Fratton Park in Pompey win
A son who helped save his mum’s life after she collapsed last year met his Pompey heroes this week and led his favourite player out onto the pitch.
