Portsmouth, Hampshire and Isle of Wight News
Keep up to date with the latest news and sports articles for Portsmouth, Hampshire and Isle of Wight. You will also find links on the left that will direct you to local and national newspaper websites and publications.
Son 'numb' as whole-life killer may be released
A man sentenced to a whole-life term for murder may be allowed to leave prison on health grounds.
Biomass estate residents angry at energy price hikes
A centralised system burns wood chippings to supply heat and hot water for the housing estate.
New wargaming hub 'to change UK defence culture'
The Ministry of Defence formally launches its first-ever hub for wargaming and testing strategies.
Outdoor swimming impact on depression studied
The study is being led by the University of Portsmouth and Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust.
Thames Water boss says bills need to rise by 40%
The regulator, whose approval is needed for any price rises, has pushed back on substantial bill increases.
Hampshire & Isle of Wight: Thursday's Big Picture
Showcasing the best images sent to us from around Hampshire & Isle of Wight.
Profiteering claim over child social care
Hampshire's children's services boss says there should be a cap on profits made by private providers.
MP calls for independent regulator for ferries
The Isle of Wight MP says the current system gives firms no obligation to meet minimum standards.
England sewage spills more than double in 2023
Environment Agency data shows sewage spilled into England's waterways for over 3.6 million hours last year.
Food waste collection funding could be 'challenge'
There are concerns over where the food waste would be recycled.
Feeding New Forest ponies still a fineable offence
The public are being urged not to feed forest ponies and reminded it is a fineable offence.
Aircraft carrier arrives back after Nato exercises
HMS Prince of Wales returned to Portsmouth, having been at the centre of Exercise Steadfast Defender.
Man in 80s dies in two-car A27 crash
The man was driving a Nissan Qashqai when it was involved in the crash on the A27 in Fareham.
Road workers facing knives, machetes and guns
Highway workers are having to "dive for cover" after being threatened by drivers over lane closures.
Biomass estate residents angry at energy price hikes
A centralised system burns wood chippings to supply heat and hot water for the housing estate.
Groyne wood repurposed into sea wall protection
Some of the wood from Bournemouth has been taken to be used on the Isle of Wight.
Hampshire & Isle of Wight: Thursday's Big Picture
Showcasing the best images sent to us from around Hampshire & Isle of Wight.
Hampshire & Isle of Wight: Wednesday's Big Picture
Showcasing the best images sent to us from around Hampshire & Isle of Wight.
MP calls for independent regulator for ferries
The Isle of Wight MP says the current system gives firms no obligation to meet minimum standards.
Portsmouth accounts reveal £3m loss in 2022-23
Portsmouth's yearly financial accounts reveal a £3m loss for the year ending in June 2023.
Financial reality of Championship would be 'insane'
BBC Radio Solent's Portsmouth commentator Andrew Moon reacts to news that an independent regulator will be introduced.
Eastleigh 1-1 Hartlepool United
Eastleigh earn a vital point in their National League survival bid as they come from behind to draw 1-1 with Hartlepool.
Aldershot Town 1-1 Solihull Moors
Solihull Moors have Richard Stearman sent off as Aldershot earn a late penalty to draw with their National League play-off rivals.
Barnet beat Eastleigh to make Chesterfield wait
Chesterfield have to wait to have their promotion from the National League confirmed as second-placed Barnet beat Eastleigh.
Drive Fast Die Young
The story of a teenage road death told by his family and first responders.
How is your constituency changing?
Analysis shows the effect of the new election boundaries. Use our tool to look up your constituency.
Saints & Sinners with Tom Deacon - Ep. 23
Tom chats with Ben Dobson about his new Saints book, as well as talking promotion hopes.
Portsmouth accounts reveal £3m loss in 2022-23
Portsmouth's yearly financial accounts reveal a £3m loss for the year ending in June 2023.
Financial reality of Championship would be 'insane'
BBC Radio Solent's Portsmouth commentator Andrew Moon reacts to news that an independent regulator will be introduced.
Anti-racism groups condemn Webber 'jail' comments
Anti-racism campaign groups condemn "disgraceful" comments made by ex-Norwich sporting director Stuart Webber about five black footballers.
Peterborough United 0-1 Portsmouth
Portsmouth take another big step towards the League One title with a vital 1-0 victory at promotion rivals Peterborough.
Has Fratton Park found its roar again?
BBC Radio Solent's Portsmouth commentator Andy Moon says the atmosphere at Fratton Park could make the difference in the final eight games.
Solved: The mystery of the walking birch tree
Portsmouth-based artist Olana Light reveals she was responsible for Southampton's walking tree.
Watch: Fire rips through beachside pub
Fire crews were praised for their bravery as a large fire ripped through the roof of a beachside pub.
Watch: Dinosaurs invade BBC South studio
During a live segment about a Megalosaurus presenter Anjana Gadgil found herself surrounded.
Drone video shows bus on road metres from collapse
Isle of Wight MP Bob Seely said he is looking into getting government money to fix Military Road.
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.
Man held over stabbing in front of train passengers
A teenager is arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after the stabbing on a train in London.
Undercover reporter reveals lax prison security
A journalist with The Times secures a temporary job at HMP Bedford without proper vetting or checks.
Snow leads to 'extreme care' warning for drivers
Devon County Council urges people to "drive with extreme care" and "avoid high roads".
'Our faulty new-build makes us feel unsafe'
Homeowners describe lengthy and stressful battles with developers to get the homes they paid for.
Driver jailed for killing student in police chase
Joshua Gregory receives a nine-year sentence for killing mature student Oshada Jayasundera.
Tributes paid to Gogglebox star after fall death
'Charming' star George Gilbey, 40, who also appeared on Celebrity Big Brother, has died in a fall.
School locked down as litter tool mistaken for gun
Police say reports of an armed man near woodland turned out to be two men picking up litter.
Patients left in soiled sheets amid bedding shortage
The NHS Trust that runs Stoke-on-Trent's hospital says the issue was caused by a supply failure.
Sweets seller forced from market in healthy rebrand
The council issued a termination notice and says the market needs a "healthy" rebrand to survive.
Pupils being sent miles out of catchment - parents
The local education authority offers to pay taxi fares for a child to travel 13 miles away.
Pub chain calls time on 65 years of am-dram shows
Pub giant terminates contract of resident group that has performed open air productions since 1959.
Swan rescued from supermarket roof in Ikea bag
London Fire Brigade rescuers checked over the swan, which they named Steve, and said it was unhurt.