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

Palpable anger as hundreds of protestors take to the streets

Anti-migrant protestors

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

Anti-immigration protestors marching in Gosport.

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

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

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Possible armed robber on the run after incident at supermarket

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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

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

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

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

WATCH: Popular annual tractor delights Hampshire villages

Raven, a two-year-old female cat whose mutilated body was found in Stroudley Road, Hedge End on October 5, 2026

RSPCA investigates after two-year-old cat found mutilated in Hampshire

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

Portsmouth battered by Storm Austen as trees fall and roads flood

Sport

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

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The Blues have climbed to 11th in the Championship following Saturday’s 2-1 victory over Millwall
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Pompey keeper Nico Schmid after Millwall's opener. Pic: Jason Brown.

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

Thomas Waddingham celebrates his Pompey winner - and has earned praise from Adrian Segecic. Picture: Jason Brown

Mental strength of Pompey hero applauded after dark Fratton Park days

Gaffer For A Day Samm Downing chose Ebou Adams as his man of the match against Millwall. Picture: Jason Brown

Gaffer: Forget Pompey for the play-offs, I'd be happy with mid-table

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

Marlon Pack has been impressed with Iyad Mohamed's Pompey impact. Picture: Jason Brown

'What we've lacked': Pompey skipper hails emergence of new favourite

Pompey's Conor Shaughnessy. Pic: Jason Brown

Portsmouth handed injury boost as return dates for key men detailed

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Retro

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Matt Woods and other music students test out the new music room which will be used for performance at South Downs College.
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Prisoner with links to Hampshire escapes from medical facility

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

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A man has been sentenced following a fire at the BP petrol station in Broom Way, Lee-on-the-Solent, on Thursday, December 4 last year.

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People

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

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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.

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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

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Business & Retail

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

Incredible progress at Waterloo Park as first store opens

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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.

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

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Defence

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

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.

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'Complex' and vital upgrades installed on Royal Navy ship HMS Forth

The Royal Navy's fleet is deployed across the globe conducting various missions. Here is the current status of all the ships that are based in Portsmouth.

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Lifestyle

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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.

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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.

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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.

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

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

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