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The Star, in Gosport, has gained the top rating for its levels of hygiene

Army veteran in disbelief when refused entry to pub for wearing poppy

Photo of: Representatives from Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary, the Travel Safe team, Stagecoach, First Bus and Gosport Ferry with Councillor Peter Candlish, Cabinet Member for Transport, Portsmouth City Council; Councillor Stevyn Ricketts, Chair – Community and Environment Board, Gosport Borough Council and Councillor Steve Forster - Executive Member for Highways and Passenger Transport, Hampshire County Council

New Travel Safe officers on board buses in a bid to improve safety

Southsea seafront hotel could become 23-person HMO

Over 100 illegal migrants aboard two RNLI lifeboats entered Portsmouth Harbour on Sunday evening just after 10pm, heading for Fort Blockhouse in Gosport, Hampshire where teams from the Home Office were there to welcome the migrants. They were then heading to board one of a number of buses waiting for them. They are pictured passing Fort Blockhouse. Pictureexclusive.com

MP “hacked off” by government's response over small boats landings

Man remains at large after robbing Tesco store amid gun threat

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Popular lions arrive at Fort Nelson in one more gathering

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43 pictures as anti-migrant and anti-racism groups protest in Gosport

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Police say they have identified two people they wish to speak to in connection with a murder in Bletchley earlier this year

Man dies and baby fights for life in crash - update

Fareham Remembrance service in West Street, Fareham, on Sunday, November 9, 2025.

Fareham and Gosport to host Remembrance Day parades

An artificial pitch will allow football to be played year-round.

Portsmouth punter felt 'sick' after winning £1m from £4 football bet

Cosham High Street taped off by police

Man seriously injured in street attack as teenagers arrested - update

There was a suspected tornado in Portchester on Thursday night which affected a few houses in The Crossway, Portchester.

Shock as tornado hits homes causing destruction

Emma Artemiou before and after her weight loss journey. A Portsmouth grandmother who struggled with weight gain during the menopause has lost nearly 40 per cent of her body weight after joining a support group, without using jabs.

Grandma who struggled play with kids loses five stone without jabs

Southern Rail passengers have been told to expect more delays.

Railway passengers told to expect more delays

Sport

Adrian Segecic in action during Pompey's 2-1 win over Millwall. Picture: Jason Brown

'I can be a top, top player': Pompey attacker being better than ever
The Croatian Under-21 international as three goals in 13 appearances for the Blues this season
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Ryan Kavuma-McQueen, left, and Abu Kamara, right, after the win over Millwall. Pic: Jason Brown

Why Pompey boss is persevering with Kamara as Chelsea ace's sacrificed

Dressing-room character Madiodio Dia has been taken to the hearts of Pompey fans. Picture: Jason Brown

'You should see his clothes': A big Pompey character now loved by fans

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The challenge for £500,000 capture after surprise Pompey fitness boost

Pompey keeper Nico Schmid after Millwall's opener. Pic: Jason Brown.

‘It’s entirely on me’: Pompey boss clears keeper of blame for howler

Pompey fans in their side's clash with Millwall on Saturday. Pic: Jason Brown.

'Was a good old school ground, lucky': Pompey and Millwall faithfuls

Iyad Mohamed and Madiodio Dia celebrate Pompey's 2-1 success over Millwall. Picture: Jason Brown

Exclusive Pompey 2 Millwall 1: Neil Allen's verdict

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Retro

Revellers party the night away at Uropa night club in Portsmouth.

What a night out in 1999 looked like
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50 years of following Pompey home and away

50 years of supporting Pompey away - starting with Wrexham in 1976

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36 fabulous pictures from fun nights out in Portsmouth 2009

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Millions of UK households face another broadband bill increase in April 2027, even if they are locked into an existing contract, prompting fresh calls for a ban on mid-contract price rises.

Broadband customers face fresh £48 bill warning

Crime

Police can be contacted on 101.

Man arrested after threatening members of public with knife

Chichester Festival Theatre. Picture: Staff

Boy arrested after gang chase and harass theatre cast member

Anti-immigration protestors marching in Gosport.

No arrests made at anti-migrant and anti-racism demonstrations

A man has been killed and a one-year-old baby left with life-threatening injuries following a crash on the A34 southbound.

Man dies and baby left with life-threatening injuries in crash

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary confirmed that there were no arrests made during Pompey's 2-1 home victory over Millwall at Fratton Park on Saturday (October 24).

Police address increased presence at Pompey V Millwall fixture

Eastbourne Police said a man in his 20s was assaulted in Eastbourne on September 26. Photo: Iconic Media Group

Prisoner with links to Hampshire escapes from medical facility

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Possible armed robber on the run after incident at supermarket

People

Anti-immigration protestors marching in Gosport following recent migrant boat landings.

Palpable anger as hundreds of protestors take to the streets

South East Hants Young Farmers Tractor Run heads through Denmead on Saturday, October 24.

WATCH: Popular annual tractor delights Hampshire villages

A tree came down in Leigh Road, Havant during Storm Austen on October 23, 2026, injuring a passer-by

Breaking Tree falls on person sparking massive emergency service response

Shops left flooded after heavy rain

Traffic and Travel

Major works are ongoing at Junction 9 of the M3 in Hampshire.

Delays expected as section of Hampshire motorway closed

Six car crash on the A3 northbound this morning between the A3(M) near Waterlooville and Petersfield.

Car smashes into central barrier in A3(M) crash - police update

50mph signs on the westbound M27 near Portsmouth, which are there because the parapet of the Hillsley underpass is damaged after a car crash

Two people injured after crash on M27 near Portsmouth

M27 on October 23, 2026

M27 and M275 crashes cause driver delays - police update

Business & Retail

Waterloo Park is nearing completion with Costa Coffee Drive Thru up and running.

Incredible progress at Waterloo Park as first store opens

Tilly, Sue, Lexi, Lily and store manager Jack Bruce

'We're thrilled' - new drive thru coffee shop opens in Waterlooville

The Government recommends households gradually build an emergency kit with practical essentials such as a torch, first aid kit, emergency radio and portable power bank.

Explainer What you need in a Government 3-day emergency kit

One of Portsmouth's most popular curry houses, Haldi in Albert Road.

Curry house shortlisted for Restaurant of the Year

Defence

HMS Duncan returned to Portsmouth on Friday, July 24, 2026, after completing phase one of Operation Firecrest.

'Chronic lack of sea time' hitting Royal Navy amid a lack of Captains

Chinooks of 27 Squadron, RAF Odiham, operating on HMS Queen Elizabeth from October 13th to October 26th, 2026, as part of Exercise Hathi Pol. The carrier recently visited Gibraltar.

'Unique challenge' faces air crew on HMS Queen Elizabeth on ops

Pictured: Ewan Baxter outside Bulford Military Court, Wiltshire, who was punished for a sexist tirade while deployed on HMS Prince of Wales.

Sexist Royal Marine punished after tirade of abuse towards women

Royal Navy sailors have been conducting war games in the South China Sea despite previously threats from Beijing. Pictured: Royal Navy and Royal New Zealand sailors stand to attention on HMS Tamar’s flight deck.

'War-fighting serials' conducted by Royal Navy despite China warnings

Lifestyle

Landlady Ally Wearn pouring a pint on Tuesday, October20.

Delight as historic pub reopens in Portsmouth

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Revealed: The four Portsmouth kebab restaurants named among best in UK

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M&S Sparks customers can earn up to £15 in festive rewards this Christmas by shopping for eligible drinks, flowers and café treats. Photos by Marks and Spencer.

M&S Sparks shoppers can earn £15 in rewards when Christmas shopping

Stacey Solomon has called the Shark PowerDetect Transformer PowerTrio System the “vacuum of dreams”, praising its powerful suction and versatile design - and fans can get £160 off with an exclusive code.

Stacey Solomon loves this powerful Shark ‘vacuum of dreams’

The PROALLER heated throw has topped Amazon's Home & Kitchen best-seller chart as temperatures fall, with the electric blanket currently reduced to £25.49.

Amazon's £25 heated blanket tops best-seller chart

Lakeland's Barista Espresso Machine is reduced from £169.99 to £136 in the retailer's huge October sale.

Lakeland launches huge sale with savings of up to 20%

Set behind gates on Orchard Road, this detached Havant property is on the market for £550,000

Havant detached house for £550,000 has a private garden

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Your World

Camping holidays remain popular, but the tourism tax could escalate prices

Hants parks budget plea: protect region's holidays and jobs

From L-R, Sam Carling MP speaking to Dr Clare Eglin and Dr Heather Massey from the University of Portsmouth at the Parliamentary showcase.

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