Latest news from Portsea Island, Hampshire and the Isle of Wight curated from the feeds of The BBC, Portsmouth News Portsmouth City Council and more…
- Woman fed dog food by Portsmouth care workers before deathby Toby Paine on 4th August 2026 at 11:01 pm
The council has accepted the findings after the woman suffered a litany of care failures
- Nivea Q10 serum for mature skin falls to £8.40 in Amazon dealby Gareth Butterfield on 4th August 2026 at 6:13 pm
More than 1,000 bottles of the dermatologically approved Nivea Q10 formula were bought through Amazon during the past month
- Retirement dates set for five Royal Navy ships amid ‘phasing out’ plan to replace them with ‘modern’ vesselsby Freddie Webb on 4th August 2026 at 6:12 pm
Replacements will come as part of the hybrid navy model
- National Dash Cam Day: £50 Miofive 4K dashcam falls to £9.99 – but for one day onlyby Gareth Butterfield on 4th August 2026 at 6:10 pm
Miofive is cutting two of its compact cameras to less than £16, while Road Angel, GKU and Ottocast are joining the one-day sales event
- Royal Navy ship HMS Bangor finally back at sea after devastating crash with millions spent bringing her homeby Freddie Webb on 4th August 2026 at 5:30 pm
HMS Bangor was out of action following a crash in Bahrain, side-lining her for two and a half years
- SwitchBot E-Ink Home Dashboard review: The smart weather station that does far more than forecastby Gareth Butterfield on 4th August 2026 at 5:19 pm
The SwitchBot E-Ink Home Dashboard looks like a premium weather station, but its ability to automate your home and control smart devices makes it far more useful than first impressions suggest.
- West Ham v Portsmouth: Early team and injury news as 10 out and 3 doubts for Carabao Cup showdownby Pepe Lacey on 4th August 2026 at 5:00 pm
Pompey face West Ham in the first round of the Carabao Cup on Saturday.
- Vantrue Pilot 2 review: The dashcam bringing thermal imaging to everyday driversby Gareth Butterfield on 4th August 2026 at 4:44 pm
Thermal imaging gives the Vantrue Pilot 2 something genuinely different in a crowded dashcam market, but its premium price means it won’t suit every driver.
- Woman tells jury that Fareham man raped her on multiple occasions after ‘drinking heavily’by David George on 4th August 2026 at 4:31 pm
Robert Holmes has denied three charges of rape.
- Royal Navy Commander and Pompey fan walking to from Cornwall to Fratton Park on ‘incredibly special’ journeyby Freddie Webb on 4th August 2026 at 4:28 pm
The journey is more than 300 miles and promises to be “physically challenging”
- ‘Played out of position’: Portsmouth boss pinpoints where he sees Eoin Kenny’s futureby Neil Allen on 4th August 2026 at 4:00 pm
The 20-year-old has featured in five Blues friendly since arriving from the League Of Ireland Premier Division in July
- Chinese takeaway in Waterlooville duped by customer using fake £20 notesby Freddie Webb on 4th August 2026 at 3:59 pm
A report has been made to the police
- Ryanair travellers are snapping up this underseat cabin backpack on Amazonby Rochelle Barrand on 4th August 2026 at 3:45 pm
Amazon shoppers say this compact Ryanair-compatible backpack easily packs everything they need for a long weekend while staying within the airline’s free cabin bag size limits.
- New E-scooter laws planned after Portsmouth councillors raise fearsby Toby Paine on 4th August 2026 at 3:42 pm
Public consultation will consider registration, insurance and licensing for e-scooters nationwide
- Birmingham man who sent ‘threatening and racist’ emails to MP Suella Braverman is spared jailby David George on 4th August 2026 at 3:26 pm
His lawyer told the court he was “thoroughly ashamed” of his actions.
- BMW driver who drank copious amounts of vodka and attacked police jailed at Portsmouth courtby Freddie Webb on 4th August 2026 at 3:25 pm
Raimonds Vilde, 40, was four times over the legal drink driving limit
- Brittany Ferries stops live animal exports after a year of protests in Portsmouthby Tom Morton on 4th August 2026 at 3:21 pm
Brittany Ferries has stopped live animal exports – a subject which has caused a year of protests in Portsmouth
- Portsmouth transfer news: John Mousinho confirms talks with Premier League clubs as six additonal signings wantedby Mark McMahon on 4th August 2026 at 3:11 pm
Pompey have been in contact with Premier League clubs as they look to do further business in this summer’s transfer market
- Joanna Derkacz: When will murder trial begin at Portsmouth Crown Court after previous jury discharged?by David George on 4th August 2026 at 2:51 pm
Stephen Sexton has denied the murder of Joanna Derkacz.
- Why the Yoto Player became my favourite screen-free alternative to tablets for my sonby Natalie Dixon on 4th August 2026 at 2:47 pm
Looking for a way to reduce your child’s screen time? One mum explains why the Yoto Player has become a favourite family essential for stories, music and screen-free fun.
- Two missing teenage girls with links to Portsmouth found after police appealby Sophie Lewis on 4th August 2026 at 2:39 pm
Two missing teenage girls have now been found
- ‘Filthy’ conditions at Galbi Korean Restaurant in Albert Road, Southsea with mouse droppings found in oven during hygiene inspectionby Sophie Lewis on 4th August 2026 at 2:32 pm
Officers uncover ‘filthy’ conditions at restaurant plagued by mice
- Unleash your need for speed for half the price with this epic Ford Mustang driving experience – less than an hour from Portsmouthby Sophie Lewis on 4th August 2026 at 2:19 pm
Calling all petrol heads
- ‘Smart’ and ‘switched-on’ Portsmouth soldier honoured at memorial 50 years after killing in Northern Irelandby Freddie Webb on 4th August 2026 at 2:10 pm
Private Alan Watkins was shot dead while serving in Dungiven County, Londonderry
- Portsmouth rivals close in on £3.5m Ipswich Town signing as West Brom finalise £3.1m midfield captureby Pepe Lacey on 4th August 2026 at 2:00 pm
The latest transfer headlines involving Pompey’s Championship rivals.
- Mental health services to expand after £2m fundingon 4th August 2026 at 1:59 pm
An NHS trust in Surrey and Hampshire says demand for specialist psychological support is rising.
- 50 tonnes of hay and tractor go up in smoke in Wickham fire, emergency services confirmby Sophie Lewis on 4th August 2026 at 1:42 pm
The fire service has issued an update about a hay fire
- Man sentenced for racist emails to Suella Bravermanon 4th August 2026 at 1:35 pm
Jagjivan Ram of Solihull pleaded guilty to two charges under the Malicious Communications Act.
- Single mum Kerry Brailey who is fighting cancer nominated for Woman of the Year award after losing 2st at Slimming Worldby Lottie Keen on 4th August 2026 at 1:08 pm
The Portchester group nominated Kerry Brailey for her healthy habits while persevering with her health battles
- Sheffield Wednesday eyeing swoop for ex-Portsmouth loanee amid summer interest in Colby Bishopby Pepe Lacey on 4th August 2026 at 1:00 pm
Sheffield Wednesday are turning their attention away from Colby Bishop and are instead eyeing a move for a former Pompey loanee.
- Police officers investigated after man dies in custodyon 4th August 2026 at 12:51 pm
The Independent Office for Police Conduct is investigating four Hampshire constables.
- Winchester athletes named to national scheme supporting sporting talentby sophie.day@newsquest.co.uk | Sophie Day on 4th August 2026 at 12:34 pm
Seventeen sportsmen and women from Winchester have been named among the latest cohort of Everyone Active’s Sporting Champions programme.
- Portsmouth chief Andy Cullen delivers encouraging transfer update to boost Fratton faithfulby Neil Allen on 4th August 2026 at 12:30 pm
The summer transfer window shuts at 11pm on Tuesday, September 1
- University of Portsmouth students create interactive experience at local landmarkby University of Portsmouth Press Office on 4th August 2026 at 12:18 pm
Students from the University of Portsmouth have teamed up with Southsea Castle to create a free interactive family trail.
- Citrus Facilities Management announces solo sponsorship of Pride of Portsmouth lion
by Charlie Creative Clique on 4th August 2026 at 12:17 pm
Citrus Facilities Management has grown from a small security company to a full-service facilities management provider, serving businesses across the south of England. Still family-run today, the team is keen to stay closely connected to the city where it all started: Portsmouth.As Portsmouth embarks on a series of celebrations to mark 100 years of city status, Citrus Facilities Management has announced its sponsorship of ‘Solent Sunburst’ – one of the 45 lion sculptures on the Pride of Portsmouth trail.‘Solent Sunburst’ was designed by Lynne Hollingsworth to represent the natural light flowing along Portsmouth’s coastline, a sight that draws countless residents and visitors outside every evening. The sculpture uses bold sun motifs and bright, warm colours to create a glowing effect, all set in a stained-glass style that evokes the energy of a sunrise over the water. It is a bright and uplifting addition to the Pride of Portsmouth collection, offering a sense of connection to the city’s maritime character.Citrus staff engage with local residents on a daily basis, whether it’s through their commercial cleaning, IT support desks, maintenance or waste management services. They’re a recognisable brand to many, and the team hopes that their addition to the trail map will see both existing customers and new passers-by stop and take in the meaning behind the lion.Speaking of the sponsorship Liam Hibberd of Citrus Facilities Management, said:”We’re incredibly proud to stand alongside 44 other local businesses as a champion of Portsmouth’s great history – both over the past 100 years as a city and before that. The diverse Portsmouth community has been integral to our business growth. It’s a real honour not only to give something back to the city, but to celebrate its longevity as we also celebrate ours.”‘Solent Sunburst’ can be found outside St. Mary’s Church in Fratton until Sunday 13 September.In addition to their lion sponsorship, Citrus Facilities Management supported the delivery of 17,000 limited-edition 24-page colouring books to primary schools across the city. Created by Shaping Portsmouth, Seekers Create and Spark Community Space, the books feature a selection of designs that honour Portsmouth’s people, places and passion, helping children engage more closely with what makes the city’s 100th birthday so special.Through these two citywide initiatives, Citrus Facilities Management reinforces its long-term commitment to Portsmouth’s businesses and people. For more information, visit: https://citrus-services.co.uk/
- Solent Freeport reports strong progress as new review highlights investment, trade, and jobs pipelineby Jamie Moran on 4th August 2026 at 12:17 pm
Solent Freeport has published two new reports setting out the progress made across the programme and the scale of future opportunity for the Solent Region’s economy.
- Key figure advised not to attend West Ham v Portsmouth Carabao Cup game at London Stadiumby Pa Media on 4th August 2026 at 12:16 pm
Pompey tavel to West Ham’s London Stadium in the first round of the Carabao Cup on Saturday
- Denza debut delights visitors to Snows car dealership in Waterloovilleby David Brown on 4th August 2026 at 12:16 pm
A car dealership in Waterlooville recently hosted a special weekend to announce its partnership with an exciting new manufacturer.
- VIVID in Bloom brings communities togetherby Sam Sinclair on 4th August 2026 at 12:15 pm
Customers at VIVID’s extra care schemes, Laburnum House and Rodbard House, have been taking part in the VIVID in Bloom competition.
- Andy Burnham urged to avoid ‘massive mistake’ by cutting Airbus in Portsmouth out of Skynet satellite contractby Freddie Webb on 4th August 2026 at 12:12 pm
The government has repeatedly stated that British businesses will be prioritised for high-profile contracts
- Charity return for model village streakeron 4th August 2026 at 12:00 pm
Erica the Streaker at Godshill Model Village will now raise awareness of a breast cancer charity.
- Charity return for model village streakeron 4th August 2026 at 12:00 pm
Erica the Streaker at Godshill Model Village will now raise awareness of a breast cancer charity.
- ‘I felt more like myself again’ says mother who joined Couch to 5K after cancer treatmentby Lottie Keen on 4th August 2026 at 11:53 am
Vikki Felton has joined a new campaign launching in Hampshire to encourage people with health issues to find their confidence again through exercise
- Staggering £1m transfer bid turned down for rejected Portsmouth triallist and ex-Millwall youngster Abdul Abdulmalikby Mark McMahon on 4th August 2026 at 11:40 am
Abdul Abdulmalik is having seven-figure bids rejected for him just five years after a failed trial at Pompey
- Four Hampshire police officers investigated over death of Portsmouth man seen walking in busy trafficby Freddie Webb on 4th August 2026 at 11:07 am
Nigel Lawrence, 23, was taken into custody where he passed away
- Hay fire breaks out in Wickham with residents urged to avoid the area and keep windows closedby Sophie Lewis on 4th August 2026 at 10:58 am
A fire has broke out
- Water firm applies for non-essential use ban after droughton 4th August 2026 at 10:44 am
Southern Water is applying to DEFRA for a Drought Order and Non-Essential Use Ban.
- Water company applies to ban usage over droughton 4th August 2026 at 10:44 am
Southern Water is applying to DEFRA for a Drought Order and Non-Essential Use Ban.
- ‘Critical’ deadly Spearfish Sting Ray torpedoes for Royal Navy as £135m contract secures 100 Portsmouth jobsby Freddie Webb on 4th August 2026 at 10:43 am
The multi-million pound contract awarded to BAE Systems will run for three years
- Gossip: Pompey close in on deal for Ceesayon 4th August 2026 at 10:42 am
Portsmouth are reportedly closing in on a deal for midfielder Jesper Ceesay from Turkish Super Lig side Antalyaspor.
- The one-minute phone check every traveller should do before flying to avoid costly roaming chargesby Marc Reeves on 4th August 2026 at 10:35 am
Before heading to the airport, take a minute to check whether your phone supports eSIM technology. It could save you money and keep you connected from the moment you land.
- Hovercraft propeller becomes waterfront landmarkon 4th August 2026 at 10:31 am
The four-bladed propeller from the Princess Margaret sits near Albany Green in East Cowes.


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