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Man, 54, arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after woman seriously hurt at Portsmouth address
A Portsmouth man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a woman was seriously injured at an address.
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Victor Farrant: "Psychopath” Portsmouth murderer dies behind bars after being considered for release
A “psychopath” Portsmouth murderer who was being considered for release from jail on compassionate grounds has died in prison today, the family have told The News.
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19 glorious images that take you back to Portsmouth in the 1970s
Do you remember this part of Arundel Street before it was pedestrianised – or the Charlotte Street market in its heyday? What are your memories of Portsmouth in 1975?
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M27 closure for emergency barrier repairs after crash involving van driving wrong way
The M27 was closed last night for emergency barrier repairs after a crash involving a van driving the wrong way down the motorway.
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“Traffic problem” causes delays for drivers on A3 near Waterlooville today
A “traffic problem” has caused delays for drivers on the A3 today.
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13 amazing photos of when the circus came to Portsmouth that are hard to believe
It’s hard to believe that these were the scenes on the streets of Portsmouth.
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7 stunning aerial photos capturing the beauty of Portsmouth's coast
From high above the Solent, we see a different perspective showing the beautiful colours and clear waters along the Hampshire coastline.
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Portsmouth and Hampshire warned of thunderstorms and heavy downpours today
Thunderstorms and heavy downpours may cause flooding and travel disruption, the Met Office has warned.
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Southsea man jailed for 18 years after gang kidnap victim for ransom of £250,000
A Southsea man was jailed for 18 years for his part in luring a man to a house in Nottingham where he was bound and gagged and then held against his will for a ransom of £250,000 for his safe return.
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WATCH: French warship FNS Aquitaine leaves Portsmouth Harbour after weekend stop off
An international warship sailed out of Portsmouth having been docked in the city over the weekend.
Football
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Pompey's Retained List Revealed
Portsmouth Football Club's 15 out-of-contract players have now been told whether or not they have a future at Fratton Park.
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This Week's Opposition: Lincoln City
After 7 years in League One, the Blues are about to embark on their final adventure in the 3rd tier. Matchday number 46 comes from Sincil Bank with promotion to the Championship already secured for Pompey.
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This Week's Opposition: Wigan Athletic
They have done it. Portsmouth are League One champions. After 12 years away, John Mousinho’s side are heading back to the Championship.
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Pompey Promoted To The Championship
Portsmouth Football Club are back in the 2nd tier of English football after 12 years away.
Featured
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Sierpinski talk their upcoming debut album and a dying music industry. “We only do this for, most importantly, escapism.”
For lead singer Ollie Taylor, their music is “an emotional outlet… it’s how I get through stuff, just sitting in a room and writing.”
Express FM Updates
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LISTEN: Express FM live from the Chilli & Gin Festival at Fort Purbrook
Lily Parke & Jon Brown were joined by vendors and organisers of this year’s Chilli & Gin Festival as Express FM broadcast live from the event at Fort Purbrook.
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Express FM's Adrian Collis inducted into Portsmouth Guildhall's Wall of Fame
Friends, family and former colleagues of Adrian Collis gathered yesterday at Portsmouth Guildhall to pay tribute to the music industry professional who unexpectedly passed away late last year, and induct him into the venue’s iconic Wall of Fame.
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There's a new soundtrack to the Portsmouth sunrise
Up early for the morning commute? Just finishing a nightshift? Can't sleep? Whatever the reason you're awake before everyone else, Express FM is introducing a starter to your breakfast with two friendly voices to ease you into the new day.
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New multi-media deal to boost local journalism
Express FM and The News are coming together as part of a new ongoing collaboration to strengthen local news coverage in Portsmouth.
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Coming Up
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The Football Hour with Jake Smith6:00pm - 7:00pm
Jake Smith is joined by Sam Stone and Ian Chiverton to go through the latest Portsmouth FC news and review yesterday’s 10-1 victory for the Pompey Women against London Bees.
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The Soft Rock Show with Geoff Dorsett7:00pm - 9:00pm
Geoff is in conversation with Mel Gaynor / Simple minds. Classic album is Billy Joel in 1980. New music includes- Declan J. Donovan - Darin- Fontaines DC - Bywater Call- Jack Isaac - Knox and Nick Capaldi-. This week in music history has tracks by - Snow Patrol- The Doors-Boomtown Rats -Guess Who - James Brown and David Bowie
Interviews
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Portsmouth Comic Con: Pippa Bostock of The Mary RoseDevelopment, Engagement & Marketing Director for The Mary Rose, Pippa Bostock, looks ahead to Comic Con at Portsmouth Guildhall.
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Maxine Gibson from Autism HampshireAutism Hampshire is a regional charity with a vision to create a better future for autistic people.