Yobs Force closure of Poplar Southsea Cafe
Yobs Force closure of Poplar Southsea Cafe A break-in at a popular local café and tea room has forced the business to close for the foreseeable future. Jam & Bowler, at the junction of Albert Road and Victoria Road South, Southsea was visited by thieves on Monday morning, and the destructive yobs caused so […]
Gosport Football Club for the Record
Gosport Football Club for the Record Gosport Borough Football Club is aware of a growing concern amongst its supporters and other interested parties regarding the general situation at the Club, both on and off the field. The Club wishes to reassure them and address these concerns by issuing the following statement to provide a truthful […]
Police launch operation to tackle anti-social behaviour in Havant
Police launch operation to tackle anti-social behaviour in Havant The Neighbourhood Policing Team In Havant is launching the year-long campaign Operation Syren in a bid to address concerns about anti-social behaviour in the town centre. In recent months incidents have related to nuisance caused by large groups of youths, especially around fast food restaurants. Recent […]
Eastern Road Bridge Works Weekend in Portsmouth Plan ahead
Eastern Road Bridge Works Weekend in Portsmouth Plan ahead Drivers are being asked to avoid Eastern Road this weekend (14 – 16 October) while essential work takes place on the Eastern Road water bridge. Drivers are advised to expect delays and use alternative routes, including the M275, to get in and out of the city. […]
History in the Making as Solent Flyer Takes to the Water
History in the Making as Solent Flyer Takes to the Water Hovercraft presented their new ‘Solent Flyer’ to the press today after successful trials last week. It’s one of two new crafts that Hovertravel has invested in to replace its existing fleet this summer. The trials were overseen by Hovertravel’s regulator and governing body, the […]
City Leaders Hit Back at Underperforming Accusation
City Leaders Hit Back at Underperforming Accusation The Leaders of Portsmouth and Southampton City Councils have hit back at claims of Hampshire being let down by underperformance in the south of the county. The two cities are among eight councils working to bring new powers and £900m of funding to the Solent area, but these […]
QA Hospital accept the inspector’s findings and are Working hard to make the improvements
QA Hospital accept the inspector’s findings and are Working hard to make the improvements Health inspectors have condemned a “chaotic” hospital emergency department which they said was failing to keep patients safe. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) found long queues of ambulances outside the Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth, while patients with serious symptoms waited […]
PSCO Hubby Donates Kidney to Wife as Wedding anniversary Present
PSCO Hubby Donates Kidney to Wife as Wedding anniversary Present Gift-giving can be a tricky business, but Matt Soal knew exactly what to give to wife Kylie for their fourth wedding anniversary- a kidney! The couple, from Bursledon, celebrated four years as man and wife in QA hospital on April 20, just hours after Matt’s […]
QA Midwife saves baby who has Stroke in the Womb
QA Midwife saves baby who has Stroke in the Womb My baby had a stroke in the womb – and thanks to the quick-thinking of my midwife, was saved! 29-year-old Nikki from Waterlooville had never heard of a baby having a stroke in the womb before, but thanks to her close relationship with QA diabetic […]
Isle of Wight Reaches 99 per Fibre Broadband Coverage
Isle of Wight Reaches 99 per Fibre Broadband Coverage The Isle of Wight’s multi million pound rural broadband project has been successfully completed with fibre broadband now available to 99 per cent of households and businesses on the Island – making it one of the best connected areas in the UK. The partnership between the […]
Urban experts discuss city vision
Urban experts discuss city vision What will Portsmouth and Southsea look like in 20 years’ time? That was the question at the heart of a University event that saw industry, government and community leaders invited to Spinnaker Tower to discuss the future of the city. A group of about 100 urban experts and decision-makers gathered […]
Thousands to enjoy free, fun activities this summer as ParkLives comes to Southampton
Thousands to enjoy free, fun activities this summer as ParkLives comes to Southampton Southampton residents will be able to take advantage of hundreds of free and fun activity sessions as ParkLives launches in the city for the first time from today ParkLives, a national programme from Coca-Cola Great Britain delivered in partnership with Active Nation, […]
City car parks receive ‘People’ Parking’ accreditation
City car parks receive ‘People’ Parking’ accreditation Fourteen of the city’s car parks have been awarded People’s Parking accreditation – a scheme which aims to improve parking for customers by enabling them to find a car park which specifically meets their needs. People’s Parking highlights to customers which car parks have facilities for disabled people, […]
Isle of Wight’s world Leading tidal POWER PROJECT gains approval
Isle of Wight’s world Leading tidal POWER PROJECT gains approval A state-of-the-art tidal energy generation project, to be constructed off St Catherine’s Point, has today been given approval. The Marine Management Organisation has given the go-ahead to the offshore elements of the Perpetuus Tidal Energy Centre (PTEC). The onshore part of the project, at Ventnor, […]
Royal Navy uses Pilotless aircraft to navigate through ice
Royal Navy uses Pilotless aircraft to navigate through ice A tiny pilotless aircraft, built by the University of Southampton, has launched from the Royal Navy’s ice patrol ship HMS Protector for the first time to assist with navigating through the Antarctic. The 3D-printed aircraft, along with a quadcopter, scouted the way for the survey ship […]
Major Rail Delays Expected Due to Emergency Works in Hampshire and Surrey
Major Rail Delays Expected Due to Emergency Works in Hampshire and Surrey Emergency engineering work will lead to major disruption for passengers on the line between Alton and Farnham tomorrow. It is understood that keeping the line running could put passenger safety at risk. An unstable embankment is blamed and it is not clear when […]
Moroccan Chicken, Kisir And Corn Salad: Recipes From Chefs In Schools
Moroccan Chicken, Kisir And Corn Salad: Recipes From Chefs In Schools
At aged 35 I’m incredibly lucky to of had a double mastectomy and hysterectomy’
At aged 35 I’m incredibly lucky to of had a double mastectomy and hysterectomy’ New Years Eve 2014 was a day that Carly Mackie from Lee-on-Solent will always remember. When everyone else was preparing for the festivities to unfold, Carly was reading a letter from her doctor which detailed her being a carrier to the […]
Working on the Upside for Downside
Working on the Upside for Downside Work to convert the former Downside Middle School in Newport, commences this week. The site, which was closed as part of the school reorganisation in 2011, will become the home for Barton Primary School, the hub for the West and Central Wight family centre and a new Downside Community […]
New Floating Bridge on Order for Isle of Wight
New Floating Bridge on Order for Isle of Wight A new floating bridge that will better connect Cowes and East Cowes has been commissioned. The £3.2 million replacement floating bridge is currently being built by Welsh firm Mainstay Marine Solutions Limited. Councillor Jonathan Bacon, Leader of the Council, said: “The new floating bridge will be […]
Police tackle knife related crime on the Isle of Wight
Police tackle knife related crime on the Isle of Wight Officers from Hampshire Constabulary and the Isle of Wight council Trading Standards team undertook a test purchasing operation relating to the sale of knives to teenagers. Anyone under the age of 18 is prohibited under the law to purchase a knife. Where a knife is […]
Isle of Wight MP says Future attacks ‘inevitable’
Isle of Wight MP says Future attacks ‘inevitable’ The Island’s MP, has outlined his fears for the future in the wake of yesterday’s terrorist attacks in Brussels. At least 34 people were killed and scores injured in three explosions, two in Brussels airport and one on the Metro system, yards from European Parliament buildings. Responsibility […]
Portsmouth museums receive national recognition
Portsmouth museums receive national recognition Six Portsmouth museums have been awarded national accreditation status by Arts Council England. Charles Dickens’ Birthplace, Cumberland House, D-Day Museum, Eastney Beam Engine House, Portsmouth Museum and Southsea Castle have all achieved the coveted status. The accreditation scheme sets nationally agreed standards for all museums in the UK. It allows […]
Sound Waves Could Transform Prostate Treatment
Sound Waves Could Transform Prostate Treatment A revolutionary sound wave technique being used to treat prostate cancer at Southampton’s university hospitals could be as effective as surgery or radiotherapy – and cause fewer side effects. Tim Dudderidge, a consultant urological surgeon at Southampton General Hospital, is among a small group of clinicians in the UK […]
Southampton City Council announces new community library operators
Southampton City Council announces new community library operators The futures of five Southampton community libraries have been announced by Southampton City Council. The list of organisations set to take over the running of some of the city’s libraries is made up of a mix of long established organisations and newly formed community groups, all dedicated […]
Potential Devolution for the Solent
Potential Devolution for the Solent The council has been involved in detailed discussions about the potential devolution of powers from government to, firstly, Hampshire and Isle of Wight and more recently, South Hampshire and Isle of Wight (the Solent), since July 2015. A key outcome of the negotiations for the council is to secure the […]
Young people and employers urged to consider apprenticeships
Apprenticeships can take you anywhere—that’s the message for young people and employers in Portsmouth during National Apprenticeship Week, from 14 to 18 March. Portsmouth City Council is promoting apprenticeships as an excellent career move for young individuals and a valuable opportunity for businesses. Apprenticeship Opportunities in Portsmouth During the week, apprentices and managers from the […]