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Emergency services are at the scene of a multi vehicle collision on the M27 near Fareham.

Emergency services attend a multi-vehicle collision on M27

There are delays on the M3 this evening following a broken down bus.

Delays on M3 southbound following broken down bus

Takedown Festival 2024 has announced nine more acts to perform across the two day event in April.
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Takedown Festival 2024 confirms nine more acts

Stan the cat is looking for a forever home after being at The Stubbington Ark for over six months.
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Purrfect cat desperate to find forever home

Everything you need to know about our local shopping centres.

Everything you need to know about our local shopping centres

Police appeal for information after a handbag was stolen from a bathroom in Nando's in Gunwharf Quays.

Woman's handbag stolen from Nando's bathroom

Popular coffee shop, Hunter Gatherer risks closing due to cost of living prices

Pictured: Owner Brian Morton outside Hunter Gatherer, Southsea on Friday 8th December 2023

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Coffee shop owner 'overwhelmed' by support from locals

Southern Water has confirmed that repair work in Eastern Road will take place sooner than anticipated.

Eastern Road burst main repairs to commence earlier than planned

Gary Page has been banned from parts of Winchester City Centre for two years.

"Nuisance" man banned from city centre

Kate and Terry Stares celebrate Terry's 50th birthday. Powder Monkey Brewery Christmas Market, Priddy's Hard, Gosport
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11 fantastic pictures from Powder Monkey Brewery's Christmas market

A Hampshire police officer was injured during the incident.

Man arrested after alleged racist abuse and assault of police officer

The Tricorn Centre in 1988. The News 880373-3

23 nostalgic memories of a trip to the infamous Tricorn

Guildhall Square when it was open to traffic undated

23 wonderful unseen photos of Portsmouth Guildhall over the years

One Network's Eastern Road map

Eastern Road to shut for road works as Portsmouth FC game versus Bolton finishes

Pictured: Mojave aircraft is taken back into the hanger after a successful trail on HMS Prince of Wales.

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HMS Prince of Wales is returning home to Portsmouth after carrying out trials

Portsmouth Guildhall

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Popular Mexican inspired party to return to Portsmouth Guildhall
A Mexican inspired party is returning to Portsmouth Guildhall next June - with people urged to be quick to secure their tickets.

England boxing coach Mick Driscoll, who represented City of Portsmouth during his career as a boxer

England Boxing coach from Portsmouth is charged with sexual assault

Levi's funeral will take place on December 21. Pic: Facebook

“Loud” funeral procession with bikers escort for Gosport man killed

A dog was killed on the M27

Dog killed by car in M27 crash to leave motorway blocked as traffic held

Traditional gingerbread houses on sale at Port Solent. Picture: Mike Cooter (091223)

15 pictures as Port Solent’s Christmas market returns with fun activities for al...

M27 crash

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M27 blocked and traffic held by police after vehicle crash

Portsmouth FC manager John Mousinho and Pompey mascot Nelson. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church, Fratton, Portsmouth
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37 pictures as The News’ carol service returns on Friday night with special gues...

Customers waiting for the opening of the newly located Poundland store in West Street, Fareham. Picture: Mike Cooter (091223)

13 pictures of new Poundland store in Fareham at site of former Wilko shop

Members of 'Comic All Cosplay' welcoming visitors to the Fratton Christmas Fair. Picture: Mike Cooter (091223)

13 fun pictures as free Fratton Christmas fair returns

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Gatwick Airport: Travellers suffer huge delays after system outage

Tim Benham (Store Manager) opens the new Poundland store in West Street, Fareham. Picture: Mike Cooter (091223)

Poundland in Fareham opens new store at site of former Wilko shop

Popular coffee shop, Hunter Gatherer risks closing due to cost of living prices

Pictured: Owner Brian Morton outside Hunter Gatherer, Southsea on Friday 8th December 2023

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Coffee shop in Southsea at risk of closure
The owner of a popular coffee shop and cafe is having to make ‘tough decisions’ as he faces financial challenges.

Shaun Anthony Hewer was sentenced at Portsmouth Crown Court on Tuesday (5 December).

Gosport "child abuser" jailed for historical child sex offences

Jazz Oruamen (far left) and Kelly Marsh at St James Hospital receive the generous donation from Hayley Bucknall of The Crispy Cod fish and chips shop in Locksway Road, Southsea

Fish and Chip shop's kind gesture to hospital

The Cave Studios in Fareham have brought together a team of local performers to record a new version of Do They Know It's Christmas? with all funds raised going to Great Ormond Street Hospital

Band Aid gets a makeover for hospital charity from local studio and performers

This property comes with three bedrooms, two receptions and one bathroom.

This picturesque cottage comes with three bedrooms and is beautiful

George O'Shaughnessy, the inspiration for the charity George's Rockstars.
The charity has released a Christmas single, Let's Make Christmas Loud!

Charity says 'Let's Make Christmas Loud!' with Christmas single

Ministry of Defence handout photo of HMS Dauntless. Pic: LPhot Stuart Dickson/PA Wire

Heroic Portsmouth-based HMS Dauntless seizes £200m of drugs in Caribbean

The violent incident took place in the Fratton area of Portsmouth.

Portsmouth man arrested on suspicion of assault

Police are appealing for information after a white van was smashed and a phone and laptop were stolen.

Laptop and phone stolen after white van smashed in Morrison's car park

Hampshire police are investigating a burglary in Whiteley.

Police investigating a Hampshire burglary are looking for this man

Trosnant Infant School has received a good Ofsted rating following its recent inspection.

This infant school in Havant has been described as 'calm and orderly'

A woollen snowman keeps a bollard warm on Tangier Road

Baffins street gets dressed in adorable woollen decorations

Paul and Claire Wicks, ex-landlord and landlady of The Apsley House pub in Southsea.
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“Proper old fashioned backstreet boozer” a sorry sight as it remains closed

Budget retail chain One Beyond has taken over the former Wilko store in Waterlooville.

Signage goes up for new discount shop in Waterlooville

Bay House School in Gosport has an Ofsted rating of requires improvement and the inspection was published on January 25, 2023.

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Police give update into school "fight" that left girl with serious head injuries

HMS Dauntless arriving back into Portsmouth.

Pictured - HMS Dauntless

Photo by Alex Shute

See 5 breathtaking pictures of the return of HMS Dauntless

Pictured is: People admiring the decorated trees.
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See 14 pictures from the Alverstoke Christmas Tree Festival

A27 delays

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Drivers delayed on A27 at Havant due to a lane being blocked

The Princess of Wales looks up at residents at Buckingham Green, Buckland, Portsmouth as their roar welcomes her, as she tours parts of Portsmouth after receiving the Honorary Freedom of the City on 16th October 1992

Princess Diana: 14 memorable pictures of Diana visiting Portsmouth

The beast from the East made its presence felt in Portsmouth back in 2018 but that wasn't stopping people from having fun int he snow.
Pictured: Evelyn Boom pushes Paul and George Higgs on the sled.
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See 13 wonderful pictures of Portsmouth covered in snow

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Woman in 70s rushed to hospital with serious injuries in two-car crash

Portsmouth FC legend Alan Knight will be at the 125th anniversary concert on December 10, 2023, where the Pompey Overture will be premiered

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Piece of music celebrating Pompey's 125th anniversary to get its premiere

Cameron Baker, of Sandown, Isle of Wight, was convicted by a jury at Winchester Crown Court of stabbing Thomas Barton to death outside an address in Park Road, Ryde, in the early hours of May 28.

Man found guilty of murdering cricketer

Local ground worker, Damon Vincent is raising money for Sophie's Legacy by displaying a Christmas Light show every night.

Pictured: Damon Vincent outside his home in Kipling Road, Hilsea on 7th December 2023

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Hilsea home puts on spectacular Christmas light show

The annual Christmas lunch for OAPs at the White Hart pub in Denmead on Tuesday, December 5, 2023.

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17 pictures as 100 guests enjoy free Christmas lunch

This property comes with six bedrooms, four bathrooms and five reception rooms.

This home also comes with a heated pool, a gym and a large decked area.

This home is on the market for offers over £3,000,000.
This house is on the market with Jeffries & Dibbens Estate Agents.

The listing says: "Comprising of approximately 7160 square feet, this impressive family home is situated on Hill Head Seafront and boasts panoramic views across the Solent to the Isle of Wight."

The listing says: "The current owners have extensively renovated and extended the property, adding a heated swimming pool with deck, a fully equipped, sea-facing gym and a sleek office with vaulted ceilings."

This property is near public transport links including Fareham train station and Gosport Ferry Terminal.
There are also local schools close by including Crofton Hammond Junior School and Crofton Hammond Infant School.

Look inside this breathtaking £3m beachside home in Fareham

Police confirm probe into death

Police probe sudden death of man in 50s after paramedics attend address

Port Solent Christmas Festival is taking place this weekend and it is set to be a big event in the Christmas calendar.

Port Solent to host two day Christmas festival

Here are all of the Ofsted ratings published this year.

Here are 48 Ofsted ratings for schools in the Portsmouth area