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Jo Fricker, Iain Camero and Suella Braverman outside Rowans Hospice

Delight as cash-strapped hospice secures extra cash to run services

There is a cafe at the beginning (and end) of the circular walk which is open at peak times

Explore this stunning walk around Butser Hill - in pictures

Butser Hill

Discover this breathtaking walk only a 25 minute drive from Portsmouth

Portsmouth obituaries May 14 2025

The lost loved ones we have lost among The News' death notices

Portsmouth Magistrates' Court. Picture: Chris Moorhouse

Self-declared 'X-oholic' jailed after he stalked chief constable

West Wittering is nicknamed “God’s Pocket” by locals for its pastel huts and sloping dunes

Major change to parking arrangements at popular beach - how to book

West Wittering is nicknamed “God’s Pocket” by locals for its pastel huts and sloping dunes

West Wittering beach: All you need to know before you visit

Portsmouth is home to a number of beautiful beaches, including Southsea Beach, Eastney Beach and Hotwalls Beach. The are great places to relax and enjoy the views and sunshine. Skim a stone, build a sandcastle or simply lie in the sun, weather permitting. Southsea Beach is flanked by Clarence Pier and South Parade Pier, but there are quieter beaches on offer if you delve further along the coastline.

Will the spring heatwave continue this week

The annual Wickham Horse Fair took place on Monday, May 20, 2024, in The Square, Wickham. Picture: Sarah Standing

Road closures as Wickham Horse Fair returns to village next week

The back garden is also large and has lots of space to be utilized

City's homes have the tiniest amount of garden space in the country

Pete Tong headlines Preston Weekender

SailGP: Musical headliners at prestigious sailing event announced

Road closures: more than a dozen for Doncaster drivers over the next fortnight.

Major roadworks and road closures in and around the Portsmouth area

Alan Knight was given the freedom of the city by Portsmouth City Council

Legendary Pompey goalkeeper Alan Knight given freedom of the city

Market Way car park

City centre parking set to be cheaper thanks to major changes

Travellers Joy, Portsmouth League. Back (from left) T Scott, B Jones, M Collins, C Morgan, T Roach, G Puntis. Front: R Todd, P Rutherford, J Jenkins, P Winkworth, D Robinson

Taking a trip down memory lane to 1974 grassroots football

One of the new boulder gardens - using boulders reclaimed from the sea. The newly-repainted bandstand was also sparkling Picture: Habibur Rahman

Live at the Bandstand in Portsmouth line-up and dates revealed

Bin collection changes will be coming to the Fareham borough

Major overhaul of bin collections planned to boost recycling

Bin collection days are likely to change for many residents across the Fareham borough as part of an overall plan to simplify and improve its recycling.

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Fantastic fun at Victorious Festival's Kids Arena

Return of zip wire as Kids Arena lineup at Victorious is unveiled

Youngsters join in with the FitnFunkey dance group. Picture: Mike Cooter (110525)

15 pictures of glorious VE Day commemorations in Waterlooville

Portsmouth Crown Court

Stalker sent videos describing his '50 Shades of Grey'-style fantasies

New solar panels at Lakeside

Landmark project to install 8,545 solar panels at Lakeside is complete

Boathouse 6 which is home to No6 Cinema and Action Stations in the Historic Dockyard

Huge step forward for £15m Marines Museum plans thanks to Lottery cash

First wave of homes unveiled at Welborne Garden Village

First wave of homes at Welborne after more than 20 years in planning

De Bathe was convicted following a trial at Portsmouth Crown Court of six charges of rape; five charges of controlling or coercive behaviour; two charges of sexual assault; seven charges of assault occasioning actual bodily harm; one charge of making a threat to kill and two charges of false imprisonment.

Stalker travelled with rope in his suitcase after kidnap threats

The launch of the Victory in 80 Objects project. Pictured is: Steve Humphrey who wrote the book. Picture: Sarah Standing (060525-6166)

"Innumerable acts of heroism" highlighted in special WWII exhibition

Suspect bailed as investigation into cruise ship death continues

Peppa Pig show

Family fun as Peppa Pig Big Family Show heads to Fareham Live

Members of the ceremonial firing party conducting the 21 gun salute to mark the anniversary of the Coronation of King Charles onboard HMS Queen Elizabeth on 6th May 2025

Gun Salute carried out on aircraft carrier to mark coronation

Royal Navy aircraft carrier HMs Queen Elizabeth carried out a Gun Salute today to mark the anniversary of the King’s coronation.

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Residents can have their say on regeneration plans for Waterlooville

Public urged to have their say on key local plan for Havant borough

Site where new Lidl store is being built next to B&Q in Havant off Purbrook Way

Watch: Birds'-eye view of new Lidl store being built

The VJ Day street party in Romsey Avenue, Copnor, Portsmouth, in August 1945.

Poignant celebrations remembered when city celebrated VE Day in 1945

The collision happened on the canal bridge in Bodymoor Heath Road near the junction with Dog Lane near Tamworth at around 6.45pm yesterday (Sunday).

Police thank public for their help after fatal crash in Gosport

St Mary's Church VE Day

Crowds flock to St Mary's Church May Fayre event - in pictures

Here's when dogs will be banned from our beaches

The sign at Eastney explains the new boundaries

New boundary gives dog walkers a larger area to take their pets

21 brilliant spring walks to enjoy in and near the Portsmouth area

In Loving Memory - The News, Portsmouth

Faces to remember: The lost loved ones among The News' death notices

SailGP village in Southsea

Southsea set to be transformed into a spectacular 'village' for SailGP

Dispersal order - Portsmouth May 2 to 4

Police crackdown on yobbish behaviour with weekend dispersal order

Southsea Beach has been awarded a "brown flag" for poor water quality.

Southsea beach wins "Brown Flag" award again for poor water quality

The number of people being hospitalised with flu in England is "rising at a very concerning rate", with Covid, Norovirus and RSV also pressurising hospitals.

QA Hospital ward to close as extra demands on services subsides

Alan Carr at The Lightship at Haslar Marina – just down the road from Haslar - evoking that Titanic feeling

No apology for Interior Design Masters blunder as winners invited back

Kings Theatre and New Theatre Royal in Portsmouth

Two city theatres 'merge' and join forces in ambitious

CCTV fareham

Teenager approached and touched by a man as she walked home

Penny Stevens with her brother Charlie.

'Beautiful' girl, 3, died of Strep A after leaving 'busy' hospital

Plans for former Browndown site

Objections to plans for homes, care home and cafe at Browndown site

Gosport Police Station Picture Ian Hargreaves (171551-1)

High hopes Gosport Police Station will reopen next year after delays

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