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'Very concerning time' - Portsmouth MP on job threats at Poundland

Nigel Farage with George Madgwick at The Wellington, Old Portsmouth on Tuesday 10th March 2026
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Answers demanded after leading Reform councillor is charged with rape

Cllr George Madgwick, leader of the Portsmouth Independents Party. Picture: Stuart Martin (220421-7042)

Councillor George Madgwick charged with 35 offences including rape

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George Madgwick speaks out after being charged with 35 offences

Nando's is opening in Fratton, Portsmouth.

Pictured: Nando's, Fratton, Portsmouth on Tuesday 3rd November 2026

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"Fire up the grills" as Nando's opens a second restaurant in the city

Barncroft Primary School in Bedhampton held a surprise assembly for their crossing patrol officer John Thompson.

Children honour 'amazing' lollipop man John for cancer charity drive

Havant Railway bridge developtment update on Monday 2nd November 2026

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Demolition of aging Havant footbridge leaves empty space - video

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Fourth teenager arrested on suspicion of attempted murder

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Police officers booted out of force for 'unacceptable behaviour'

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Sport

Odin Bailey was handed his first start in Pompey's 3-1 win over Swansea. Picture: Jason Brown

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The July arrival from Stockport has made nine appearances for the Blues, although Swansea was his first start
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Odin Bailey, far left, joins the celebrations after Thomas Waddingham's goal against Swansea. Pic: Jason Brown.

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Marko Milovanovic pulled up in Pompey's 3-1 win over Swansea. Picture: Jason Brown

'It didn't look great': Pompey concerns after fresh injury blows

Thomas Waddingham celebrates Pompey's third goal in their 3-1 success over Swansea. Picture: Jason Brown

'I was thinking do we take a point?': Portsmouth boss on stunning win

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Pompey boss freshens it up with four changes as Blues tackle Swansea

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A dance music night will celebrate 28 years on Saturday (November 7) – as we take a look back at its previous events from over the years.
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Third teenager arrested on suspicion of murder after five boys stabbed

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Daryl Joyner-Smith has been jailed after raping a woman.

Victim makes powerful statement as man is jailed for rape

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Mr Gray is wanted in connection with a burglary

23-year-old Portsmouth man wanted by police over Fareham burglary

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Cadets remember the fallen by planting a poppy garden

Christmas festivities in Chichester will be getting underway very soon.

Christmas market, pantomime and silent disco in Chichester

The car ferry terminal will relocate to the International Ferry Port while work is carried out at the Gunwharf Road terminal.

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Motorists wrongly fined after paying for parking at ferry terminal

Dr Iain Lightfoot and Barry Depp wrote on their findings: I would like to start with a wonderful quote by one of the team at The Bugle. "The fun starts when it gets dark..." how right they were! Nestled in the historic heart of Titchfield village, the Bugle Hotel is a place where time feels stretched thin. Just metres from the ruins of Titchfield Abbey, the canal and River Meon, and opposite the medieval St Peter’s Church, this 400-year-old coaching inn stands proudly as a relic of Hampshire’s past. Yet behind its welcoming bar and cosy rooms lies something else, something mostly unseen but often heard. We were invited to investigate following staff reports of paranormal activity. Pint glasses tipping over, disembodied footsteps, whispered voices, shadows in empty rooms, classic signs of a haunting. What we found confirmed what many already believe: the Bugle Hotel is very much alive with its past. The Investigation Begins at The Bugle We focused our efforts on Rooms 1, 5, and 6, the function room, the bar, and, albeit briefly, in the cellar. From the moment we arrived, the welcome from staff was warm, yet the air around us held a quiet charge. A quick walkaround and baseline EMF checks helped us identify key hotspots. We placed cameras, spirit balls, REM pods, and trigger objects across the property. It didn’t take long for the activity to start. The kitchen door opened and closed on its own. Suspecting a draft, we positioned a camera, but the motion remained odd even when the doors were closed, I suspected the breeze was responsible however. The function room became our base, and from there, we observed numerous orbs and heard bangs, whispers, and even whistles and what sounded like a growl. Rooms of Energy and Memory Room 1 delivered our first jolt. A previously upright lampshade had twisted to one side, repositioning itself... When I lifted it back in place it proved difficult; it had to be lifted and angled to recreate the effect. I also sensed strong emotional energy, what I described

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Two vehicles involved in crash outside popular leisure centre

Police are appealing for witnesses after a tipper truck was stolen and the gates of Ruskington Garden Centre rammed.

Police give update after vehicle hits tree near A27

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Business & Retail

Now in its 14th year, the Tesco Winter Food Collection is taking place in all large Tesco stores from November 26th to November 28th.

Tesco shops in Portsmouth join UK’s biggest food donation drive

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Havant man launches networking app to connect people across industries

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Almost 200,000 Hampshire homes to miss out on energy payment

The new collaboration gives Portsmouth Water customers access to discounts on range of water-saving products

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Defence

HMS Prince of Wales left Portsmouth last month.

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Remembrance Sunday at Guildhall Square in Portsmouth.

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Hundreds of people will assemble at Guildhall Square for this year’s Remembrance Sunday service.

Remembrance Sunday parade and Armistice Day service to honour fallen

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Russian spy vessel and warships intercepted by Royal Navy

Lifestyle

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Italian restaurant temporarily closes

The New Bengal received a five out of five food hygiene rating following an inspection on October 14.

Popular curry house gets top food hygiene marks in re-visit

Signs have appeared in the windows of the Coffee Ville Cafe window advising it is under new management.

Hope for future of coffee shop following sudden closure

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Old Portsmouth town house boasts unmatched views

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Sean Watson of Dandara presents a cheque for £20,000 to Megan Newman, representing Great Ormond Street Hospital Children's Charity (GOSH Charity)

Golf day raises £20,000 for Great Ormand Street

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