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via Southern Daily Echo1h ago

Four-bedroom Hedge End home for sale for £425,000

A four-bedroom, three-storey home with a master bedroom and en-suite in Hedge End is up for sale for £425,000.

via Basingstoke Gazette2h ago

Nearly 500 rubber ducks race down river for community event

Kingsclere’s annual community 480-duck race took place on August 31, raising £315 for twinning visits.

via Romsey Advertiser2h ago

Hampshire farming families offered grants amid drought financial pressure

RABI launches £2m drought grant scheme, offering Hampshire farming families up to £2,000 in emergency support.

via Southern Daily Echo3h ago

Missing man may have travelled to New Forest after last sighting

A missing man is believed to have travelled to the New Forest after last being seen in Havant.

via The News, Portsmouth3h ago

Portsmouth-made copper cookware brand expands with new West Dean retail partnership

New partnership for Portsmouth business

via The News, Portsmouth3h ago

Meet Anita who is bringing creativity to life at Wimborne care home

Residents at Wimborne Care Home on Hayling have a new creative force leading their activities, with the arrival of Anita King as the homes new Activity Lead.

via The News, Portsmouth3h ago

Portsmouth High School - HerStory - celebrates inspirational women

What happens when an entire school becomes a living museum? This October, Portsmouth High School will transform into an immersive celebration of inspirational women who have shaped our world through creativity, courage, leadership, discovery and innovation. Through exhibitions, performances, artwork, research and interactive experiences, pupils will bring remarkable stories to life and inspire the next generation to make history of their own. HerStory: A Celebration of Inspirational Women Thursday 8 October 6.30-8.00pm

via The News, Portsmouth3h ago

Bedhampton care home raises funds for mental health at black-tie charity auction

Portsdown View care home in Bedhampton recently joined forces with two of its sister homes in Chichester and Swindon for a special community charity auction, which collectively raised more than £5,500 for local causes.

via The News, Portsmouth3h ago

Amanda Martin MP welcomes specialist rape courts announcement

Amanda Martin MP has welcomed the Government’s announcement that specialist courtrooms for rape and serious sexual offences will be rolled out across every Crown Court in England and Wales, saying victims and survivors deserve a justice system designed around their needs.

via The News, Portsmouth3h ago

Havant care home gives local donkeys a £250 helping hoof

Bedhampton Court care home has given a local donkey sanctuary a helping hoof after its summer fete raised £257.

via The News, Portsmouth3h ago

High Sheriff abseils Spinnaker Tower in full court dress with community foundation CEO in tow – raising nearly £19K

The High Sheriff of Hampshire, William Maltby, and Hampshire & Isle of Wight Community Foundation (HIWCF) Chief Executive, Jacqui Scott, have successfully completed a 100-metre abseil down Portsmouth's iconic Spinnaker Tower – with William taking on the challenge in his full High Sheriff Court dress.

via The News, Portsmouth3h ago

New Havant care home celebrates community and charity ahead of opening

Excitement is building around the opening of Homewell Spring, a new 78-bedroom care home in Havant, following the launch of its marketing suite on Friday 18 September.

via The News, Portsmouth3h ago

Local MP Alan Mak welcomes latest group of Havant Constituency residents to Parliament

Local MP Alan Mak has welcomed the latest group of Havant Constituency residents to Parliament.

via The News, Portsmouth4h ago

Portsmouth MP meets with Policing Minister following Eastney migrant arrival and disorder

Portsmouth South MP Stephen Morgan has met with the Policing Minister Sarah Jones to raise concerns about migrants being brought ashore in Eastney - and the resulting violent disorder.

via The News, Portsmouth4h ago

Clanfield clinic named Best Local Business in national entrepreneur awards

A Clanfield healthcare business which has spent a decade building what its owners describe as “more than a healthcare clinic” has been named Best Local Business in the National Entrepreneur Awards.

via The News, Portsmouth4h ago

Person hit by train resulting in lines blocked between Bedhampton and Portsmouth

Travellers have been warned of delays

via The News, Portsmouth4h ago

Dream job where children can become to become mini toy testers - and get paid in toys

Dream job - where you are paid in toys!

via The News, Portsmouth5h ago

Family fun day to celebrate year since boy who nearly died released from hospital

Fox suffered a stroke after getting a rare infection

via The News, Portsmouth5h ago

Supercomputer predicts new final Championship table - with intriguing Portsmouth, Derby County & Southampton finishes

Pompey sit 19th in the Championship after the first seven matches of the season.

via The News, Portsmouth5h ago

Viet Pot and Bar opens in Southsea offering 'phenomenal and authentic' Vietnamese cuisine

The restaurant offers traditional dishes like pho and mango salad

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MP criticises Reform councillor over RNLI support comments

Southampton MP Darren Paffey has criticised Reform UK Hampshire leader George Madgwick for calling on the public to withdraw support from the RNLI.

George Madgwick, Reform UK Hampshire leader, called on the public to withdraw support from the RNLI. Southampton Labour MP Darren Paffey has responded with criticism, saying Madgwick is not 'fit to lace the boots' of an RNLI volunteer. Madgwick has since responded to the MP's criticism.

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via The News, Portsmouth5h ago

Cemetery flasher wearing mask and bright red tracksuit shouted at by shocked woman

Police have released an e-fit image

via The News, Portsmouth5h ago

The Portsmouth summer signing struggling to win admirers - yet Blues boss must keep the faith

The Blues have used two goalkeepers in their opening seven matches of the Championship season

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Man charged after motorbike stolen during test ride crashes

A man has been charged after a motorbike was stolen during a test ride and was later involved in a crash.

A man has been charged after a motorbike was allegedly stolen during a test ride in Winchester. The motorbike was subsequently involved in a crash with another vehicle.

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via Basingstoke Gazette6h ago

Couple launch local coffee business hoping customers ditch supermarket shelves

A Fleet couple have launched a speciality coffee business delivering freshly roasted beans to customers’ doors.

via Basingstoke Gazette6h ago

'The quiet heartbeat': School caretaker retires after 30 years of service

During his long service, he supported the school through numerous Ofsted inspections and daily challenges.

via Andover Advertiser6h ago

130 visitors step back in time at Andover Museum's Roman Britain event

Andover Museum welcomed 130 visitors on September 14 for a free, special Roman Britain event with Butser IX Legion, armour, weapons, chain mail and a carnyx.

via Basingstoke Gazette6h ago

Former Basingstoke dancer Nikki swaps stage for the The Great British Bake Off tent

Former Basingstoke dancer Nikki discusses joining The Great British Bake Off, secret filming and her baking journey before the new series starts.

via Romsey Advertiser6h ago

Winchester Mobility celebrates two years after expanding to larger showroom

A mobility retailer is marking two years in business.

via Andover Advertiser6h ago

Test Valley Business Awards 2026 finalists revealed ahead of gala event

The 2026 shortlist showcases outstanding businesses and individuals from across the borough.

via Romsey Advertiser6h ago

Naomi House garden to become fully accessible sensory space for hospice families

The project at Naomi House is being developed with Greenfingers, a charity that designs hospice gardens for children.

via Romsey Advertiser6h ago

Letter warns of ‘police state’ fears as masked ICE agents operate in US town

Letter writer raises fears over masked ICE arrests in a US Midwest town and asks whether darker politics could bring similar scenes to Winchester in future.

via Romsey Advertiser6h ago

Romsey residents urged to continue submitting feedback for Neighbourhood Plan

Romsey residents can still help shape the future of their town, despite the public consultations having closed.

via Basingstoke Gazette6h ago

Green-fingered gardeners win community trophy for 'floral feat'

Berry Court wins Hook in Bloom Community Trophy on September 13, recognising retirement community residents’ gardening achievements.

via Andover Advertiser6h ago

Dog-friendly Andover cafe shortlisted for Cafe of the Year award

Waggy’s Coffee Shop in Andover is shortlisted for Andover Advertiser Cafe of the Year 2024. Voting now closes after the October 2 edition.

via Southern Daily Echo6h ago

Hunt for cemetery flasher after man exposed himself to woman

Hampshire police have released an e-fit after a man indecently exposed himself and inappropriately touched himself in front of a woman at Southampton Cemetery.

via The News, Portsmouth6h ago

Construction to build 38 new affordable homes in Horndean

The homes will be available for social rent and shared ownership

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Business owner accused of Winchester fire fit to plead

A business owner accused of starting a fire in Winchester city centre has been found fit to plead.

A business owner accused of starting a fire in Winchester city centre has been found fit to plead. This means the case can proceed to trial.

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via The News, Portsmouth7h ago

‘Baptism of fire’: Portsmouth boss' revealing Madiodio Dia admission over lack of professional experience

The FK Haugesund signing has produced some mixed Pompey form - with his boss offering some context for doing so in the Championship.

via The News, Portsmouth7h ago

Second arrest in murder probe after remains of missing mother-of-three found

A second arrest after a woman’s body was found