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David James with Nelson. Former England and Portmouth goalkeeper, David James launched Football Rebooted at Tesco, Fratton Way, Portsmouth. Utilita an Pompey in The Community have brought Football Rebooted to the city. It's a boot collection box where football boots can be donated and redistributed to another player. Picture: Chris Moorhouse (180125-15)

Football legend visits city to launch football boot collection point

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

Credit: Wightlink

Car ferry terminal to relocate causing longer travel time

Shop manager Lulu Whitmore at the Love Portsmouth shop opening, Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth Picture: Chris Moorhouse (180125-03)

'Proudly Portsmouth' pop-up shop in Gunwharf Quays opens doors - See inside

Cara and Maya could live with secondary school aged children who are confident with large dogs. They cannot live with cats but could live with other small animals if they were kept separately.

RSPCA desperately searching for perfect forever home for two dogs

The council has expressed concern about the ongoing bus strikes plaguing the Portsmouth area. Pictured: Picket line for striking bus drivers in despite over pay and reinstatement of conditions at the First Bus (Solent) depot in Fareham, Hampshire, UK, on January 11.

"Disappointing" bus strikes could scare off passengers

Jimmy White shows Ian Burton a trick or two during an exhibition at The Top Spot Snooker Club in Leigh Park, 1993. The News PP4529

In pictures: Memories of Portsmouth sports and social clubs

MJN Jewellers in Palmerston Road in April 1994

16 beloved Portsmouth shops from the 1990s that are sorely missed

This is an overview of what the pool looked like in the second week of December 2024. The concreting of the walls were due to be completed by the following week.

47 striking pictures of the immense developments made at Hilsea Lido

Concrete pour completed at Hilsea Lido as amazing progress continues

Kyle Bennett celebrates scoring Pompey's second in the 6-1 demolition of Cheltenham which clinched the League Two title in May 2017. Picture: Harry Murphy/Getty Images

Ex-Pompey man Kyle Bennett: I quit football at 30 to be with dying dad

Royal Navy sailors aboard the Portsmouth-based ship HMS Medway cleared turtle nesting sites of dangerous waste on the Caribbean Island of Curacao during patrols of the region.

Charitable sailors support rare turtles during deployment patrols

Drift bar announces exciting new rebranded venue and opening date

SquareMeal has put together a list of some of the most romantic restaurants to visit in Hampshire. With Valentines Day coming up, there are so many amazing places to choose from.

14 remarkably romantic restaurants perfect for date night

Porto Grill A Taberna, a restaurant at 245 London Road, has a 4.5 rating on Tripadvisor based on 275 reviews. One reviewer writes: "The food and reception was fantastic it felt just like having food at home."

Here are 12 of the best child-friendly restaurants in the Portsmouth area

Emergency services were called to Lower Farlington Road, Portsmouth.

Emergency services deployed to crash involving motorbike

11 reasons why Portsmouth is better than Southampton
Confession time – this reporter used to live in Southampton.
David George

Gomer Infant School in Pyrford Close, Gosport, has received a positive result in their recent Ofsted report.

Pictured is: (back l-r) Claire Woollett, assistant headteacher for inclusion, Emma Lloyd, head of school and Sarah Duffy, executive headteacher with (front l-r) Teddy (7), Isaac (7), Eloise (6), Leah (6), Roman (4), Darcie (5), Bonnie (5), Alfie (5) and Rupert (6). Picture: Sarah Standing (140125-1569)

'Exceptional personal growth' and student development at infant school

Here are some of the best places to visit if you are on the hunt for a brilliant food and drink spot, according to the Michelin Guide 2024.

10 heavenly Hampshire restaurants and pubs featured in Michelin Guide

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Mystery Hampshire woman wins £1m in National Lottery draw

South Yorkshire residents win more than £370,000 in October Premium Bonds prize draw.

Hampshire residents win more than £1,900,000 in Premium Bonds draw

A date has been announced for the annual HMS Collingwood Open Day, where thousands of people will flock to see the Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity Field Gun competition and other attractions.

Beloved HMS Collingwood Open Day date announced - when

Sullivan Stapleton. Pic: Family/Go Fund Me

Sudden death of toddler leaves 'gaping hole' in family, inquest heard

The HMS Oardacious Royal Navy team have been delayed in returning home as they continue to complete the “World’s Toughest Row”. From left: Lieutenant Commander Ali Aindow and Petty Officer Aaby Aldridge.

Sailors hit by harsh weather while completing "World's Toughest Row"

And they're off! Picture: Chris Moorhouse (120125-15)

Hundreds of runners take on the picturesque Stubbington 10k - In 43 pictures

A man has been seen proposing to his girlfriend in the middle of the road in Portsmouth

Viral video shows man stopping traffic so he can propose

Winners of South Downs photography contest revealed

A procession from the church to Baffins Pond, returning to the church for Benediction and then Mass at midday

Church celebrates reopening after a two-year closure
A Portsmouth church has celebrated its reopening after a ceiling collapse left it closed for two years.
Kelly Brown

The News has reflected on all of the clubs that Portsmouth has lost over the years.

17 iconic nightclubs that have closed in Portsmouth over the years

Here are some things you will know if you went to the University of Portsmouth.

8 quirky things you'll only know if you went to Portsmouth University

Farmers in tractors make their way along the A303, Hampshire, during a national tractor rally organised by Farmers To Action, calling for the scrapping of the changes to inheritance tax (IHT) rules, fairness in food pricing and national food security to protect and promote domestic food production.

Photo credit should read: Andrew Matthews/PA Wire

Farmers protest against changes to inheritance tax with rally A road

Pictured is Maisie with her son Rob Bartlett at her 105th party at Spark Community Space Picture: Sam Stephenson.

Son dies of 'broken heart' six days after mum, 105, passes

Take the tour of "marvellous" Viking Vela after city visit

"Marvellous" new cruise ship Viking Vela makes historic city visit

Pictured: Aaron and David will be taking part in Ant and Dec's Limitless Win which will air on Saturday night.

Portsmouth couple to appear on Ant & Dec's Limitless Win

Portsmouth on Ice in Portsmouth Guildhall has officially opened its doors to the public in December 2024. Picture: Habibur Rahman

Ice rink officially being dismantled following 448 skate sessions

Located in Elm Grove in Southsea, this pub was originally known as The Elms when it was built in the 1930s from a design by A E Cogswell. The pub is currently undergoing a refurbishment.

Picture: Google Maps

Cherished music venue to undergo 'much needed' refurbishment

WATCH: Drone footage captures staggering progress at Hilsea Lido

Omaze winner selling his £2.5m home so he can buy his dream house in Yorkshire

The origins of place names in Portsmouth

Glorious new cruise ship Viking Vela visiting city - when

Firefighters

Firefighters race to blaze in Havant flat

Xcel Gymnastics in Horndean could close after several parts of the gym were severely damaged by rain. Multiple leaks in the roof allowed for water to seep in and ruin much of the equipment and the boiler.

Future of prestigious gym under threat as heavy rain damages equipment

15 blue plaques in Portsmouth and the people they commemorate

Fans in the terraces watching a Portsmouth v Southampton match at Fratton Park, Portsmouth, UK, 30th January 1984. (Photo by Reg Lancaster/Daily Express/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

17 photos from Portsmouth 1984 - including when Fratton Park was rocking for Sou...

Accident & Emergency department sign outside an NHS hospital in the UK.

Patients urged to attend A&E alone amid increasing flu patients

St. Joseph’s, Tangier Road, Baffins, has been closed for two years following a ceiling collapse

Church to reopen after a ceiling collapse forced a two-year closure

15 reasons to love our city after it was dubbed 'the worst place'

Police officers are asking members of the public to come forward with information.

Man arrested after Hayling woman receives inappropriate messages

Traffic

Heavy traffic on motorway following lane closure

Pictured is Maisie with friends and family at her 105th party organised by her son Rob Bartlett. Picture: Sam Stephenson.

Portsmouth FC's oldest fan dies holding son's hand

Portsmouth 'misses out' on top spot in 'worst place to live' list

Here are some of the Ofsted reports for primary schools in the area.

Ofsted ratings for 74 primary schools in Hampshire

Royal Navy veteran Robert Jones, who served during the D-Day landings on June 6, 1944, has celebrated his 100th birthday on Hayling Island.

Royal Navy veteran who served on D-Day celebrates 100th birthday

Emergency services were called to Brighouse this morning

Police update after dead man’s body found on Boxing Day

Police find man following appeal after being concerned for his welfare

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