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• Two teenagers who pinched a motorbike and recklessly drove it across King George V Playing fields arrested

  Two teenage boys have been arrested after pinching a motorbike and driving it recklessly across playing fields.

• "They keep our freedom": Passionate families cheer HMS Queen Elizabeth as she waves goodbye to Portsmouth

  Cheering crowds waved goodbye to HMS Queen Elizabeth as the carrier set sail in the glorious sunshine.

• Investigation launched after cigarette-thieving duo break into convenience store in early hours of morning

  A convenience store has been targetted by a cigarette-pinching robbers who made off on pushbikes in the early hours of this morning.

• Portsmouth could face £33m shortfall under council merger plans

  A larger Portsmouth council could face a £33m shortfall if local government reorganisation (LGR) plans go ahead.

• Obstruction blocking road in Havant leads to heavy traffic in both directions

  An obstruction on a road is causing significant delays this evening.

• Barncroft Primary School described as 'inclusive and nurturing' following glowing Ofsted report

  ‘Dedicated staff’ at a primary school create a ‘a nurturing and inclusive’ environment that makes pupils feel welcome, an Ofsted has found.

• Inside the Fossil Thief - Portmouth's new taproom and coffee shop at Gunwharf Quays

  Gunwharf Quays’ latest addition of a taproom and coffee shop has weclomed people in droves amid a phenomenal response since opening.

• "Deeply concerning" - Portsmouth council hears of children buying counterfeit cigarettes and vapes

  Children are entering shops asking to buy counterfeit cigarettes and vapes, a local trader has told Portsmouth City Council.

• “Petty politics” mar Portsmouth climate debate despite calls for urgency

  Portsmouth City Council’s climate debate descended into “petty politics” as councillors clashed over calls for stronger local action.

• 19 things you'll only know if you are a true Portsmouth native - including our bragging rights over the FA Cup

  Portsmouth is a city that is known far and wide - and it is a privilege to be our home.

• "No plans for a hosepipe ban in Portsmouth" - but customers are urged to use water 'efficiently' as levels are low

  Portsmouth Water customers have been reassured there are no immediate plans to implement a hosepipe ban in the area - but have been advised to made sure they use water ‘efficiently’.

• Targeted house attacks as gates rammed before cars and other items stolen in East Hants

  Police have warned the public after targeted house attacks where gates have been rammed have resulted in cars and other items being stolen.

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