It has been a landmark year for the city and The News has been there to catalogue it all, from major events and breaking news to personal milestones and sad occasions. We are proud to represent this city and we look forward to another year of covering your stories and those that affect you.
25. Funeral of Gurbax Singh
The Sikh community mourned the loss of Gurbux Singh Bhakar in August. The funeral procession started in Chichester Road, North End. Picture: Habibur Rahman Photo: Habibur Rahman
26. Cosham shopkeeper retires after 65 years
October saw the end of an era when Patricia Cook (79) put her shop, Haywards in Wayte Street, up for sale having worked there for 65 years (starting at age 15). Picture: Sarah Standing Photo: Sarah Standing
27. Oktoberfest 2023 at Portsmouth Guildhall
The popular event returned to Portsmouth Guildhall in October. Picture: Sam Stephenson. Photo: Sam Stephenson
28. Fratton Festival of Light
Fratton Festival of Light parade saw the streets filled with colour as locals marched through the streets in November. Picture: Sarah Standing Photo: Sarah Standing