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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
Horndean dog theft: Man arrested after pet snatched from boy
A 31-year-old man is arrested after Melchy was bundled into a car in August.
Hurst Castle: Work continues a year on from wall collapse
English Heritage says it faces "very real challenges" in trying to protect Hurst Castle.
Mum elated as engagement ring found in three-day pond search
Melony Meredith accidentally threw her engagement ring in the pond while tossing food to ducks.
Some Portsmouth children 'never seen by dentist' due to NHS shortages
Health Portsmouth says some children are missing out as NHS England announces "dentistry push".
Coronavirus: Case rates in Hampshire and Isle of Wight
The latest number of cases of Covid-19 across the two counties
Portsmouth's new clean air zone sees 80 drivers charged a day
The fee to enter Portsmouth's new clean air zone ranges from £10 to £50.
Campaign to save skate park at Winchester River Park
More than 1,600 people sign an online petition to save the facility in Winchester.
Sandown Grand Hotel: Plans to refurbish derelict art deco building
The vacant hotel in Sandown has been plagued by a number of arson attacks in recent years.
Hampshire County Council to trial sugar cane bollards
The plastic bollards are made from sugar cane and will appear on the streets of Hampshire.
Jobs saved for Portsmouth after HMRC U-turn on tax office
Portsmouth's tax office had been due to close by 2026, with its 900 staff relocated.
Southampton St Mary's Leisure Centre closure row over repair costs
A roller derby club is among the teams affected by the closure of the leisure centre in Southampton.
Portsmouth fatal hit-and-run: Family tribute to 91-year-old woman
Hildegard Lowe died in hospital after being hit by a black Nissan Qashqai in Portsmouth, police say.
Family ends campaign to save Isle of Wight's Westridge Farm
The tenant farmers say they are "broken" after efforts to keep farming the land near Ryde.
Portsmouth FC: New Fratton Park North Stand work would cost £35m, club say
A newly-built North Stand at Portsmouth's Fratton Park would cost £35m, chief executive Andrew Cullen says.
Louise Smith death: Covid-19 restrictions 'could have prevented appropriate support'
A review finds 16-year-old Louise Smith did not receive enough support after reporting a rape.
Brecon Beacons: Caver trapped for 54 hours relives survival fight
George Linnane feels lucky to be alive, but wants to get back to caving to help others in trouble.
Aquind threatens legal moves after cross-Channel cable refused
Aquind Ltd was denied permission for a £1.2bn electricity link between Portsmouth and Normandy.
Eastern Road crash: Drug-driving arrest after pedestrian hit by car
A man is in hospital with serious injuries after being hit by a car in Portsmouth.
Infected blood: Group of 36 lodge legal action against Hampshire school
Former pupils and family members are seeking damages from Treloar College.
Seven Gables: Inadequate home had 'rushed or dismissive' staff
The CQC says the home failed to give residents "dignified and respectful care".
Man charged with murder over Basingstoke death
Jordan Graham Clarke, 25, has been charged with murder over the death of a man, 22, police say.
Veteran charity unveils yurts for crisis camps
The charity says suicide is a "huge problem" in the veteran community.
Covid: Jab given to Portsmouth male in hot tub
The unusual location was chosen as a way to help them feel "safe and secure", an NHS official says.
Burst water main causes Smallbrook stadium flood
Southern Water says the burst followed planned work by contractors on Thursday night.
Police special sacking upheld over traveller text message
Former Chief Special Officer Tom Haye was dismissed by Hampshire Constabulary in February 2021.
Two more arrests after death of man found in Basingstoke road
A member of the public discovered the man with serious injuries in Abbey Road late on Wednesday.
Police officers and car passenger hurt in Isle of Wight crash
The two officers are discharged from hospital while the passenger is being treated for injuries.
Covid: NHS in push to vaccinate the final four million
Hard-to-reach groups ? from rough sleepers to fairground workers ? are being targeted in a final vaccine push.
Covid: When can teenagers get a second dose?
All 16 and 17 year-olds in the UK can now have a second dose 12 weeks after the first.
How many cases in your area?
Explore the data on coronavirus in the UK and find out how many cases there are in your area.
What are the Covid variants and will vaccines still work?
A new Covid variant has emerged that looks worryingly different to the one vaccines were designed to fight.
What are the Covid rules in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland?
Covid rules are being eased across all four nations of the UK.
What are the latest rules for face coverings and masks?
Masks are no longer compulsory in England, but are still recommended in some settings.
Who is eligible for the Covid jab and is it compulsory for anyone?
Not everyone has to get the Covid vaccine, but all NHS staff in England will soon have to be jabbed.
How do we know Covid vaccines are safe?
Busting myths and explaining the facts around vaccines.
Hampshire Olympic show jumper 'is world's best young rider'
Harry Charles, from Alton, won two prestigious events at the London International Horse Show.
Portsmouth boxing coach with MS climbs Mount Kilimanjaro
Knox White climbed Africa's highest mountain in a specially-adapted wheelchair.
Trainee stuntmen learning to dive show off their skills
Aspiring stuntmen learn to dive as part of their quest to be included on the British Stunt Register.
Southampton hospital performs life-saving surgery on refugee child
Nasrin was born with a serious heart condition in a refugee camp after her parents fled the war in Syria.
Sounds of Southampton second album released
Rapper Tyrone has worked with young artists to support new talent and put Southampton on the map.
The Hundred: Brave v Fire to open men's competition, Invincibles v Superchargers in women's
The Hundred will kick off this summer with men's champions Southern Brave facing Welsh Fire in the opening game on 3 August.
Portsmouth sign Sunderland's Denver Hume and Crystal Palace's Ollie Webber
Portsmouth sign goalkeeper Ollie Webber from Crystal Palace and defender Denver Hume from Sunderland on permanent deals.
Ben Strevens: Eastleigh manager leaves after three years
Eastleigh manager Ben Strevens leaves the National League club by mutual consent after more than three years in charge.
Women's Ashes: England add uncapped pace bowler Lauren Bell to squad
England add uncapped pace bowler Lauren Bell to their Women's Ashes squad before the one-off Test against Australia.
Armando Broja: The Ronaldo-inspired youngster who is soaring at Southampton
How Southampton forward Armando Broja went from studying Ronaldo clips as a child to becoming one of the hottest prospects in the Premier League.
Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)
Northampton v Aldershot
Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's game between Northampton and Aldershot in League Two.
Whittingham holds transfer hope
Portsmouth caretaker manager Guy Whittingham still hopes he will be able to buy players in January.
Robinson committed, says McInnes
Potential Portsmouth chairman Iain McInnes says the property developer working with the Trust is still involved.
Hartlepool v Portsmouth
Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's game between Hartlepool and Portsmouth in League One.
Gyepes admits he may leave Pompey
Portsmouth defender Gabor Gyepes admits he may leave the League One strugglers when his contract expires in January.
Shots turning corner - Vincenti
Aldershot Town midfielder Peter Vincenti believes the side are starting to fulfil their potential in League Two.
Portsmouth 0-0 Preston
Portsmouth extend their winless League One run to nine matches after being held to a draw by Preston.
Aldershot 4-2 Rochdale
Goals from Dani Lopez, Peter Vincenti, Danny Rose and Craig Reid earn lowly Aldershot victory against Rochdale.
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National News Headlines
Covid: Care home restrictions to be eased in England
From Monday, there will be no limit on visits to care homes and self-isolation periods will be cut.
Covid: Face mask rules and Covid passes end in England
The legal measures are dropped but some shoppers and commuters will still be asked to wear face coverings.
Maida Vale deaths: Man who killed Yasmin Chkaifi was wanted by police
Yasmin Chkaifi told a friend she feared being murdered by Leon McCaskre, who killed her on Monday.
Dylan Scanlon: Death of Oldham boy, 5, is focus of review
Dylan Scanlon was pronounced dead by emergency services in Oldham on 31 December last year.
'I had to pay for Tourette's diagnosis'
Edie Pilkington, 16, says it was a relief to have the condition confirmed by a private consultant.
Terror case dropped against trafficking victim, aged 16
The girl, who cannot be named, was groomed online by a US extremist, the Home Office has decided.
Tyne Tunnel toll payment instructions signs 'useless'
Mark Birkett says there is no way for drivers to write down toll payment details.
Windsor Castle no-fly zone is in operation after security review
A no-fly zone is in operation over Windsor Castle following a police security review.
Covid vaccines: The unvaccinated NHS workers facing the sack
NHS staff explain why they have chosen not to have a Covid vaccine as the mandatory deadline looms.
Harry Potter: Manningtree boy sets character quotes world record
Eli Chmelik, 11, identifies the most Harry Potter characters from their film quotes in a minute.
Is this England's earliest report of ball lightning?
Earliest known report of rare ball lightning in England discovered by researchers at Durham University
Cornwall learner driver arrested twice on same day in same car
A learner driver was stopped for driving twice while unsupervised in the same car, police reveal.
Source: BBC News
