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Millions of UK households face another broadband bill increase in April 2027, even if they are locked into an existing contract, prompting fresh calls for a ban on mid-contract price rises.

Broadband customers face fresh £48 bill warning

Waterloo Park is nearing completion with Costa Coffee Drive Thru up and running.

Incredible progress at Waterloo Park as first store opens

Tilly, Sue, Lexi, Lily and store manager Jack Bruce

'We're thrilled' - new drive thru coffee shop opens in Waterlooville

The Government recommends households gradually build an emergency kit with practical essentials such as a torch, first aid kit, emergency radio and portable power bank.

Explainer What you need in a Government 3-day emergency kit

One of Portsmouth's most popular curry houses, Haldi in Albert Road.

Curry house shortlisted for Restaurant of the Year

Lysses House Hotel

Hotel and wedding venue closes food service

Bella Calabria in North End, Portsmouth.

Pictured: Manager Giovanni Vaccaro (centre) with staff Marika Di Bari and head chef and owner Seby Fortuna.

Picture: Habibur Rahman

'Heavy hearts' as Italian restaurant announces closure

Over 100 illegal migrants aboard two RNLI lifeboats entered Portsmouth Harbour, arriving at Fort Blockhouse in Gosport. Credit: pictureexclusive.com

Anti-migrant protests force pub to close amid 'safety concerns'

M&S Sparks customers can earn up to £15 in festive rewards this Christmas by shopping for eligible drinks, flowers and café treats. Photos by Marks and Spencer.

M&S Sparks shoppers can earn £15 in rewards when Christmas shopping

Waterlooville Town Centre

£1.8m revamp of Waterlooville town centre approved

SumUp's Solo Lite is making it easier for people who sell items in their spare time to take payments

The £30 card reader giving casual sellers an answer to ‘got no cash’

Green Posts general manager George Skeates during the World Cup

Portsmouth pub manager is named one of the country's best

The compact SumUp card reader helps market traders, craft sellers and small businesses accept contactless and card payments without expensive equipment.

7 side hustles to make extra money before Christmas

The Heron reopened on Friday, October 16 following a major refurbishment.

'We are delighted' - pub reopens after six-figure transformation

M&S has introduced its 2026 Christmas sandwich range alongside seasonal snacks and sweet treats.

M&S Christmas sandwiches and there's plenty of festive favourites

A computer generated image of Skynet 6A

Prime Minister told: Don't risk Portsmouth jobs with leap into unknown
Government on verge of handing out £2.4bn Skynet contract with reports suggesting Ministry of Defence favours Lockheed Martin
Mark Waldron

Michael Kors in Gunwharf Quays is currently under refurbishment and will reopen in November.

Hugely popular Gunwharf store to reopen next month following refresh

SumUp's Tap to Pay feature allows small businesses and side hustlers to accept contactless card payments directly on a compatible smartphone, without needing a separate card reader.

How to turn your smartphone into a card reader

Donation Station food items being delivered to Felix

Howden launches food donation station at Fareham branch

Waterloo Park in Waterlooville is nearing completion with Costa and KFC set to open at the end of October before Aldi follows at the end of November.

Opening dates revealed for new Aldi, Costa and KFC

Dan Harding of Dan's Delights

Ice-cream business leaves unit after lease dispute with council

Roast Dinner deal you won’t want to skip

Treat yourself to a Sunday roast for less than half the price

Ally Wearn is the new landlord of the 5th Hants Volunteer Arms in Albert Road, Southsea.

Picture: Sarah Standing (220926-7995)

Date revealed for the reopening of a historic Portsmouth pub

Demolition of Hard Dock Cafe at The Hard

One of Portsmouth tiniest cafes is demolished

A moulded alien mask which was stopped from going on sale in the UK after being tested by Hampshire trading standards. It was found to present a risk of suffocation. October 2026

Halloween alien mask and vampire teeth banned from going on sale

A Titchfield defence firm is planning to convert the former ExxonMobil ethylene plant at Mossmorran near Fife into a weapons factory.

Defence firm submits plans to convert chemical plant into factory

Lens has been launched by Localeyes, the marketing arm of the parent company of The News

Localeyes' free Lens shows businesses how customers really find them
Built in-house, Lens checks a business's visibility across Google, Google Maps, AI assistants such as ChatGPT, paid search, social media and its own website in about a minute
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Bar + Block in Whiteley

"Welcome return" for Bar + Block expected after shock shutdown

Winners Steve and George Reid from Blitz Photography - crowned the first Overall Business of the Year at the inaugral Gosport Business Awards in 2024. Pictured with David Steer, right, from headline sponsor StandardAero.

Gosport Business Awards 2026 shortlist revealed: Who's in the top 25?

Vue Cinema at Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth

Get two cinema tickets for £9.50 with Groupon deal

Gunwharf Quays

Beloved Gunwharf Quays retailer reopens following refurbishment

The supermarket says it wants to help customers be well prepared for groceries as the festive season approaches

Asda Christmas delivery slots open today – how to book

Kelly Miles, 33, begins saving up for Christmas presents for her two kids, 12 and 10, in the summertime. // A mum has revealed how she’s saved £1,000 for Christmas with “low effort” side hustles that take just seconds to complete. Kelly Miles, 33, begins saving up for Christmas presents for her two kids, 12 and 10, in the summertime, to save herself the financial burden when the festive period rolls around. As she works full time as a service manager, Kelly from Portsmouth is “time poor”, so only has the capacity for side hustles that require minimal effort. Her main money maker is using cashback sites, and so far, she has made over £500, just from making regular day to day purchases. She also makes cash from scanning her weekly shop to send for market research, and predicts that by Christmas she will have saved £1,000 to put towards Christmas presents.

Thrifty Portsmouth mum explains how she saves £1,000 for Christmas

19 iconic nightclubs that no longer exist - In Pictures

Southsea Spirit in Southsea has won the regional finals of the Muddy Stilettos Awards.

Pictured: Sisters Harriet Scutt and Charlotte Osgood, owners of Southsea Spirit

Picture: Habibur Rahman

Southsea rallies around sisters after bar robbery

High street retailer Boots is expected to launch an AI personal shopper which will give beauty product recommendations to customers, including make-up and gifts. Stock image by Adobe Photos.

High street giant to be sold in multi-billion pound deal

Swap the Christmas chaos for a 16-night cruise

MV Carmel in Tipner Lake. Picture: Dave Fortey

MV Carmel cargo coaster removed from Tipner Lake

Shine Hair Studio relocation. Pictured is Keeley Pedelty, Kelly Neil, Alex Keyte, Tracy Handscomb and Sarah Burt. Picture: Alec Chapman

Hair salon relocates to 'completely different' site amid rising rates

National Motor Museum engineers lower the second engine back into Sunbeam's chassis

Battle to keep popular attraction in Hampshire as it contemplates move

Right across the city, Portsmouth has a diverse range of culinary delights - including the Michelin-recommended Restaurant 27 in Southsea. Even our takeaways are renowned!

Indian restaurant to give away 100 free beers this weekend

Tiers Greengrocer in Emsworth are celebrating their 60th anniversary on Monday 5th October 2026

Pictured: Staff Ally Exton, Owners - Victoria Edwards and Sarah Long, Tracey Flynn and Emma Webb

Picture: Habibur Rahman

Family-run greengrocer celebrates six decades in the business

As part of the improvements, Portsmouth Water and Cappagh replaced sections of older pipework to help prevent leaks and bursts.

More than three kilometres of water network improvements

Fred Olsen will be returning to Portsmouth with trips to the Norwegian Fjords and the Caribbean. Pictured: Balmoral in the Baltic.

How to book a Caribbean cruise holiday - direct from Portsmouth

Southampton Airport

Cabin crew to hold strike ballot over pay dispute

GV of Cosham Social Club, Portsmouth on Monday 5th October 2026

Picture: Habibur Rahman

New Carlton Arms pub set to open at former Cosham social club

Southampton Airport. Image: AGS

Southampton Airport set to unveil new routes after ‘challenging’ year

The Spice Island Inn, Old Portsmouth is going under refurbishment on Friday 2nd October 2026

Pictured: Owners Husband and wife, Fernanda Da Silva and Julio Da Silva

Picture: Habibur Rahman

Inside historic pub after undergoing autumn refurbishment

We've listed the top 10 highest-rated items in the Sainsbury's Taste the Difference range - and there are definitely some surprises

These are the 10 items Sainsbury's poshest shoppers love the most

Paloma is closing down in Cascades Shopping Centre in Portsmouth.

Value clothing store announces closure in Portsmouth

A Fareham-headquartered firearms firm GMK Ltd have been handed a hefty fine after a woman suffered serious burns to her hands, face and legs.

Firearms firm fined £800k after woman suffers burns to hands and face

Mini Town Role Play and Café have confirmed that a third site will be opening in Hampshire. Picture: Sarah Standing (221024-3781)

'Amazing' - popular children's role play café announces third site

Tommy Hoare and Trina Wheeler behind the bar at The Old Oyster House Picture: Alec Chapman

Comment: It's great to see pubs reopening - we must show our support

This code adds three months to qualifying Instant Ink trials, but customers need to meet HP's eligibility rules.

The HP printer code worth knowing before you pay for more ink

Havant Garden Centre Xmas Area in Havant. David Craighead, Santa and Primrose Edwards. Picture: Alec Chapman

11 pictures from Santa's visit to Havant Garden Centre - on October 3

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