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82 per cent believe intergenerational collaboration is key to growth

Family firms need four relatives of all ages to thrive, study finds

Police have secured a 3-month closure order on 355 Hawthorn Crescent.

Police shut down problem Cosham property after cannabis factory found

Owners, Lizanne Mcleod (far left) and Melanie Smith (far right) outside the newly opened Marabella's in Wellington Way, Waterlooville.

See inside the new clothing store that is delighting local shoppers

Marabella's Boutique is opening in Waterlooville on Saturday, April 12 at 9.30am.

Well-established local clothing store to open new shop this weekend

Swords were seized by police during a raid of a property in Gosport.

Swords seized in Gosport drug raid

A whole host of Summer activities has been organised in Fareham this year for its Big Weekend.

Brand new summer event in Fareham to launch

Olympic Champion Joe Fraser launches gymnastics club in Lichfield, UK

Ad Feature Olympic champion Joe Fraser launches UK gymnastics club

Ad Feature 6 reasons why Veezu is your perfect new ride in South Hampshire

Stephen Morgan MP

Political opinion: 'Together we can break down barriers for women and girls in s...

The volunteers of Trawden, Lancashire.

Britain's 'most community-minded village' owned and ran by residents

Kasey Jones is the new operator of the The Swallow pub in Dunsbury Way, Leigh Park.
Picture: Chris Moorhouse (270325-11)

Popular pub reopens following £300,000 transformation - see inside

The News Business Excellence Awards 2025 took place on Thursday, March 27 at Portsmouth Guildhall. Picture: Keith Woodland (270321-72)

WATCH: Highlights of a fantastic night celebrating local businesses

The winners of The News Business Excellence Awards 2025 celebrate on stage on Thursday, March 27.
Picture: Keith Woodland (270321-364)

Winners of The News Business Excellence Awards 2025 revealed

IOLLA, was founded in 2015

Ad Feature Leading UK eyewear brand celebrates 10 years - with product expansion

Zodiac Florist in Whitworth Road, Gosport, celebrated their 50th anniversary on Monday, March 24, 2025.

"I can't believe it!" - floristry shop celebrates 50th anniversary

Pompey's Premier League Changemakers participants with the Premier League trophy in Wolverhampton

Premier League Changemakers event to champion girls from Pompey in the Community
Participants from Pompey in the Community joined more than 50 girls and young women for a special Premier League Changemakers event on Friday (March 21), as part of the Premier League’s ongoing commitment to supporting women and girls.
Jodie Anthony

The Swallow in Havant is reopneing on Friday, March 28 following a £300,000 renovation.

Pub announces reopening date following £300,000 transformation

Reported net worth - £10.27m

Excitement as Girls Aloud star confirmed for Portsmouth Pride 2025

The Gower Peninsula in Swansea is one of the best places to live in the UK, according to the Sunday Times. This fabulous four-bedroom house looks out over Langland Bay, with its lovely sunny beach, and the nearby golf course.

11 remarkable homes as best places to live in the UK are named

Piecaramba owners, Rob Litchfield and Phil Linnsen, were born in Portsmouth and can't wait to open in Albert Road on Saturday, March 22.

Pie shop opening this weekend with 100 free pies up for grabs

The Twilight Walk is taking place this Saturday in support of The Brain Tumour Charity.

Hundreds to take part in charity walk in Portsmouth this weekend

John Jenkins Stadium

Milkwood Care Ltd supports the development of John Jenkins Stadium in Portsmouth

It has been another difficult week at QA's Emergency Department with long waits for patient. On e81-year-old woman was waiting for 21 hours due to the department being full.

QA apologises for "longer than usual" delays in Emergency Department

Ad Feature Community and cars combine for return of Silverlake MotoFest 2025

The Drayton Tavern is a new dog friendly alehouse serving craft beer and ales, wines and spirits.

New dog friendly alehouse opens it doors in Portsmouth

HMS Victory, Lord Nelson's flagship during the Battle of Trafalgar, is now in Portsmouth Historic Dockyard home

National Lottery Open Week is back and it's bigger than ever

Ian Lee, chairman of Portsmouth Property Association, and guest speaker Susie Dent MBE, resident wordsmith for Channel 4’s popular game show Countdown and comedy panel show 8 Out of 10 Cats.

Portsmouth Property Association spells out generosity to charity
More than £8,000 has been raised for a city charity at the 103rd Annual Charity Dinner held by Portsmouth Property Association.
Ron Wain

Clare Poole, 44, from Portsmouth, has set up a crowdfunder to open a cat café in Portsmouth hopefully within the next six months.

"Cats bring so much joy" - Crowd funder started for cat café

Footage released by Warwickshire Rural Crime Team shows the moment a lorry driver smashed into the 5ft-tall William Gladstone memorial cross in Lea Marston, Warwickshire, in August 2024.

Watch: Moment trucker smashes into 1905 memorial causing £40k damage

Solent Junior School winning football team joined by Portsmouth FC Women at the Premier League Primary Stars U11 Girls Tournament at Pompey in the Community's John Jenkins Stadium

Solent Junior School to represent Pompey in the Community in Premier League Prim...

Loaves of Love class: our participants and the Chefs.

A Night of Celebration & Community!

Shoplifter jailed and banned from Co-ops after a string of thefts

WATCH: Excitement as restaurant's transformation from bank completes

Shama Parveen (right), founder and owner of SP Collections, with her daughter Lubna Saleem.

Excitement as local Asian inspired clothing business opens Pop-up shop

Bristol Cathedral

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Revd Canon Bob White is the chairman of Fratton Together and has been pleased with the community response.

Pantry helping to tackle food poverty delighted with new Fratton home

Councillor Kimberley Barrett and Reverend Canon Bob White help local children fill the new planters with shrubs outside The Bridge Centre in Fratton.

Shopping centre's future blossoms in next stage of regeneration plan

Chris Illman has changed his middle name to Spoons.

Fareham man changes his name to Spoons in honour of popular pub chain

10 mayors from the region as well as Caroline Dinenage MP attended the Service for Peace in Gosport's Freedom Church.

Service of Peace in Gosport a "timely event" during turbulent times

Bishop Jonathan Frost with Anna Chaplains in Portsmouth Cathedral

Faith in the Community: Anna Chaplains explore positive picture of ageing

Veterans can have their independence and continue living comfortably in their own homes

Ad Feature UK veterans can claim 'discount' for more affordable mobility care

Guardian Angel Carers Fareham & Gosport Named a Finalist in the 2025 Home Care Awards

Guardian Angel Carers Fareham & Gosport Named a Finalist in the 2025 Home Care A...

Owner Emily Dewhirst of Dragonfly Arts Centre officially opened her community-driven creative space at Basepoint in Waterberry Drive, Waterlooville, on Thursday, January 30, 2025.
Picture: Sarah Standing (300125-9078)

See inside the new art centre at the heart of the community

The Rev Sam Cullen, vicar, Holy Trinity and St Columba, Fareham

Faith in the Community: Refurbished space helps us provide better welcome

Gen Z is increasingly turning to the divine to help them cope with an ever-complex world

Young people are bigger believers in God than their elders, study

Richard Abraham, former chief operating officer at Portsmouth Cathedral, explains the changes made to reduce the carbon footprint in the cathedral

FAITH IN THE COMMUNITY: Net zero conference helped to lift our horizons

The fundraiser to support Alec Lumb's family has surpassed £13,000 in two days.

Fundraiser continues to "exceed expectations" as it reaches landmark

The Langstone Big Band performing at the Pallant Centre

Faith in the Community: Our open day will showcase all these activities

Gary Scott, co-owner of Bored of Southsea in Albert Road, pegged the shops longevity on people and the city's skate community.

WATCH: Southsea skate shop stands the test of time

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

A new Love Portsmouth Pop-Up shop is opening in Gunwharf this weekend, showcasing a number goods produced by local businesses.

New pop-up shop announced for Gunwharf which is "proudly Portsmouth"

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Silent Crime Documentary: The untold stories of victims

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Phil Davies of Pigeon Books has described the decision to shut the Albert Road shop as "bittersweet" as he looks forward to what the new year will bring.

Award winning independent bookshop to shut up shop in Southsea

Malcolm Dent was delighted that the van had been found so that Gosportarians can continue to provide transport for special needs groups.

"I thought it was gone" - relief as stolen charity minibus recovered

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