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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
Met Office issues weather warning for rain
Heavy rain and strong winds are forecast for the start of the week.
South weekly quiz: How many lights on Windsor Castle's tree?
Test your knowledge of news from Hampshire, Berkshire, Dorset, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight with our quiz.
Visionary botanist was 'Attenborough of his day'
Richard St Barbe Baker's passion for trees saw him travel the world promoting reforestation.
Man rescued after falling into marshland
Emergency services were called to Farlington Marshes Nature Reserve in Portsmouth.
Watch: Reporter experiences 'horrendous' potholes
Forestry England says it has already carried out repairs to more than half its 129 car parks in 2025.
Arrest after fire erupts at petrol station
After a man was seen wielding an axe, vehicles and petrol pumps were engulfed in the fire.
Watch: Fire engulfs petrol station as man arrested
A man is arrested after a fire engulfs a petrol station forecourt in Lee-on-the-Solent.
Eckert gets Southampton job and eyes Premier League
Tonda Eckert targets a promotion challenge after being appointed Southampton's permanent boss on a contract to 2027.
Military towns to host National Armed Forces Day
Aldershot and Farnborough have been chosen to host the annual event.
Doctor turned dinosaur hunter who rewrites history
Retired doctor Jeremey Lockwood has used his medical skills to discover three new dinosaur species
Pilot gives away 4,500 books to island students
Author and pilot Rob Johnson hopes his stories will enthuse the pupils with a love of books.
Mayor election delay is 'insult to democracy'
It is expected that the election for mayor in Hampshire and the Solent will instead be held in 2028.
South weekly quiz: How many lights on Windsor Castle's tree?
Test your knowledge of news from Hampshire, Berkshire, Dorset, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight with our quiz.
The retired GP searching for dinosaurs
Jeremy Lockwood is using his hobby on the Isle of Wight to rewrite history.
Doctor turned dinosaur hunter who rewrites history
Retired doctor Jeremey Lockwood has used his medical skills to discover three new dinosaur species
Pilot gives away 4,500 books to island students
Author and pilot Rob Johnson hopes his stories will enthuse the pupils with a love of books.
Mayor election delay is 'insult to democracy'
It is expected that the election for mayor in Hampshire and the Solent will instead be held in 2028.
Eckert gets Southampton job and eyes Premier League
Tonda Eckert targets a promotion challenge after being appointed Southampton's permanent boss on a contract to 2027.
'It takes its toll' - Downes opens up on illness
Southampton midfielder Flynn Downes opens up for the first time about his ongoing illness struggles living with E. coli.
Hampshire appoint Domingo as new head coach
Hampshire appoint South African Russell Domingo as their new head coach.
Saints should not 'underestimate' win over Blues
New Southampton boss Tonda Eckert said that he told his team to not "underestimate" their win over Birmingham City on Saturday.
I want to come back to Premier League and win it this time - Pochettino
Former Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino sits down with Kelly Somers to talk about growing up on a farm, barbecues and his future.
Eckert gets Southampton job and eyes Premier League
Tonda Eckert targets a promotion challenge after being appointed Southampton's permanent boss on a contract to 2027.
'It takes its toll' - Downes opens up on illness
Southampton midfielder Flynn Downes opens up for the first time about his ongoing illness struggles living with E. coli.
Pick of the stats: Charlton v Portsmouth
A look at some of the key facts and statistics as Charlton host Portsmouth in the Championship.
Hislop being treated for aggressive prostate cancer
Former Premier League goalkeeper Shaka Hislop says he has an aggressive form of prostate cancer, and urges men of Caribbean heritage to get tested for the disease.
Bishop reflects on journey after heart surgery
Portsmouth striker Colby Bishop says that he "counts his lucky stars" reflecting on his journey following open heart surgery in 2024.
'I was retired and found 3 new dinosaurs'
Former GP, Dr Jeremy Lockwood lives on the Isle of Wight.
Secret Hampshire
Born in West End, Richard St Barbe Baker was a pioneer with a passion for trees.
The Netley man who delivered abandoned parcels
Andy Baker returned abandoned parcels to their owners after they were left on his drive.
Southampton FC
Former Saints defender Dan Harding shares his thoughts on the job Tonda Eckert is doing
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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Two missing after entering river to evade police
Police say they are "extremely concerned" for their welfare of the men, as the search continues.
Hillsborough victim's relative followed by police for a week, report finds
The police watchdog received 25 complaints about surveillance from people connected to the disaster.
Four arrested after crumble and custard thrown at Crown Jewels display
The Tower of London was partially closed to the public while the police investigated.
Prince William praises 'inspiring' Kevin Sinfield
Sinfield is close to finishing his latest challenge to support the motor neurone disease community.
'The tattoo on my arm is now on my tongue after cancer treatment'
Harriet Trewhitt, 21, was diagnosed with stage 2 squamous cell carcinoma earlier this year.
Homes damaged in 'mini tornado', say residents
East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service were called to reports a garage door and roof had blown away.
'Teeny-tiny' Christmas tree sparks confusion
A councillor defends a newly planted council Christmas tree after locals said was too small.
Council leader expelled from Reform UK lambasts MP
Ian Cooper breaks his silence after being exposed for allegedly making racist comments online.
Fire engulfs historic ballroom and nightclub
A fire has broken out at Brighouse's old Venue 73 nightclub, previously known as the Ritz Ballroom.
'Awful' Christmas drone show postponed again
Free tickets to the Kent show were offered to people who complained about a previous show.
Girl, 11, stars in film with Kiefer Sutherland
Matilda, 11, says actor, who plays her character's dad, was "professional and kind" during shoot.
Elf movie costume sells for £239,000 at auction
The costume from the festive favourite exceeds expectations, while a hat from Indiana Jones tops £300,000.
Source: BBC News
