London Road

Wisteria Lodge on London Road, Horndean was rated outstanding following an inspection by the Care Quality Commission.

Nursing home rated outstanding for its proactive and personalised care

The derelict care home was destroyed in the fire.

Second arson arrest made after fire which gutted a former care home

A blaze engulfed a former care home in Liss late on August 18. A man from Portsmouth has been arrested on suspicion of arson.

Portsmouth man arrested after derelict care home burnt to the ground

Up to 15 craft ciders will be available at local pubs

Ten day craft cider festival kicks off in local Wetherspoons pubs

Gas has now been restored to residents in Southwater following a supply fault

Emergency closure of busy road this weekend after a gas leak

George Purnell, founder of Koop+Kraft in Cowplain, which has partnered with Friends Fighting Cancer

Free pint for people called Jude after World Cup heroics

Halifax in Waterlooville will close on October 27.

High street bank confirmed to be closing in Waterlooville

Matilda Raine and Orlaith Hardcastle with owner Ben Mayle

New welcoming and chilled all-day brunch spot opens

Jamie Jervis, 30 from Elm Grove in Southsea, outside Portsmouth Magistrates' Court.

Motorist 'lucky' nobody was hurt after crashing into a bus stop

Police responded to a reported fight at premises on Harehills Lane.

Man arrested for dangerous driving after hit and run with pedestrian

Excitement as new all-day brunch spot to open in Waterlooville

Scrivens - Andy Hughes, Belinda Lipscomb, Sandra Stevens (VIP), Councillor Antonia Harrison, Rachael Holland and Olivia Wilde

Local pensioner steps into the spotlight to officially open new opticians

A former KFC which closed in May 2024 remains vacant despite the council giving permission for a late night refreshment licence last year.

Former KFC site still vacant despite gaining late night drinks licence

Scales of Justice

Man jailed following a string of shoplifting incidents

The new bar is planned for the first floor of 93 London Road Waterlooville, above The Exchange.

Late night alcohol licence under consideration for cocktail lounge

Police want to speak to this man after a laptop was stolen from a Greggs on London Road in Portsmouth on Monday, February 16.

Police search for laptop thief after it was taken from a woman
Police have released images of a man they want to speak to after a laptop was stolen from a bakery in Portsmouth.
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Beers from all over the world will be available at the 12 day festival.

"A great celebration" - popular pubs announce 12-day beer festival

London Road in Waterlooville was closed yesterday afternoon following a collision.

Motorbike rider suffers serious injuries in collision with van

Co-owners Ashid Ali and Zilu Miah, with Tahmid, waiter and Badal, head waiter.

Popular Indian restaurant celebrates landmark anniversary

Portsmouth traffic on Saturday, January 10.

Delays on the M275, Eastern Road and thoroughfares into Portsmouth

Police have released the image of a man they would like to speak to after £40,000 worth of belongings was taken from a property in Petersfield.

£40,000 worth of belongings taken from Petersfield house

MP Damian Hinds visited Wisteria Lodge in Hordean to celebrate it winning Care Team of the Year 2025 at the National Care Awards.

"We are incredibly proud" - care home celebrates hat-trick of awards

Pompey Food & Wine has been handed a closure order for three months after selling illegal vapes and selling to children as young as 12.

Shop closed after "wilful refusal to stop illegal trading"

Pompey Food & Wine has been closed by Trading Standards for 48 hours after an inspection found illegal tobacco, vapes and shisha.
An application has been made to the court for a closure order to be issued which could see it remain closed for three months.

Illegal items discovered in Portsmouth store as council shuts it down

MG Farooque collecting his award

Waterlooville chef wins national curry award

Alan Mak MP is urging residents to sign his petition against asylum seeker housing being provided anywhere in the Havant Constituency

POLITICAL COMMENT: Local MP Alan Mak urges residents to sign petition against as...

Savers is opening in London Road, North End

Excitement as signs appear for new health and beauty store
A new health and beauty store is opening in a long vacant unit in North End.
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Police have cordoned off part of London Road, Hilsea, following a serious collision involving a cyclist.

Cyclist suffers serious injuries after Portsmouth hit and run

The Rev Coleen Jackson, curate, Portsdown and Purbrook

FAITH IN THE COMMUNITY: Poppies will help us to recall wartime sacrifices

Robynne Rogers has opened the Mad Hatterz Coffee House in Cowplain.

Eccentrically decorated café opens in Cowplain

Remembrance project will aim to recall sacrifices

Posh chairman Darragh MacAnthony (left) and director of football Barry Fry. (Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images).

Chairman’s angst on losing out to Pompey and turning down Fratton deal

Police appeal for help in finding missing Portsmouth man

South Coast Reptiles is opening in Wellington Way, Waterlooville on Friday, April 18.

"It's been a dream for years" - local man excited to open reptile shop

Two lanes have been shut northbound on London Road near the the Shell garage. To leave the city, traffic is being directed through the bus lane.

Disruption expected as weekend Hilsea lane closures come into effect

The lane closures at London Road in Hilsea, Portsmouth while SGN carry out an upgrade to the gasworks

"Gas escapes" forces engineers to close lanes on busy road - when

Father Christmas made an early visit to Waterlooville for the opening of The Junk Emporium on Tuesday, October 22.

Christmas comes early as new shop opens with treasure trove of goods

The lane closures at London Road in Hilsea, Portsmouth while SGN carry out an upgrade to the gasworks

Road closures set to continue for major gas work upgrade

Signage has made an appearance at an empty former Indian restaurant to confirm that a new food venue will be opening soon.

Signage appears in North End for brand new Indian restaurant

Your World

UK’s leading rapid EV charging network InstaVolt opens new site

WATCH: Brazen thief captured being chased with rack of sunglasses

The AA Traffic Map reports delays on the A27 and M27 in Portsmouth this morning.

Lane cleared on major motorway following earlier obstruction

Roadworks are currently taking place in London Road, Hilsea, Portsmouth, to repair a bus shelter.

Frustrated motorists hit with delays on busy street with lane closed

Looking north over Waterlooville in the late 1930's. No street lighting to speak of.

15 stunning old photos of Waterlooville you will love

The Cala Bar owner, Maggie Webb, invited us to try some delicious traditional Nigerian dishes.

WATCH: I tried some delicious traditional Nigerian dishes

Police

Police locate missing person following appeal

Police carried out raids in London Road and Shakespeare Road in Portsmouth. One woman has been arrested for prostitution and modern day slavery offences. Picture: Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary

Woman arrested for "controlling prostitution for gain" after raids

Lane closures in place in Hilsea while SGN carry out work to upgrade the gas network

Lane closures remain in place in Hilsea as gas work upgrade continues

Signage goes up at a new ‘family-friendly bistro’ in Waterlooville as part of the regeneration scheme.

Signage goes up at former Natwest site for new bistro

Breaking news

Breaking Motorcyclist in 20s sadly dies following fatal collision

The Cala-Bar opened in June serving Nigerian cuisine including dishes such as jollof rice and nkwobi.

New restaurant opens bringing the tastes of Nigeria to Portsmouth

Temporary traffic lights have been put in place following a burst water main in London Road, Waterlooville.

Burst water main expected to cause delays on roads

Lee Samuel Fewings, 32, of no fixed address in Portsmouth, was arrested in London and appeared at Portsmouth Crown Court in March, where he was found guilty of all offences. He appeared again at the same court for sentencing on Friday June, 21.

Man jailed for seven years for four counts of robbery

Police are looking for a witness to a fatal collision who may be able to help with their investigation. The woman pictured helped the victim until the doctors arrived.

Police seek fatal collision witness who helped victim

The old Natwest bank building will be reopened as a restaurant and the company applied for a licence to serve alcohol, play music and have extended opening times. | Joe Williams

New restaurant granted late-night alcohol licence - but has its hours cut