Winchester, Hampshire and Isle of Wight News
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Council forced to halt major flood defence scheme
Southampton City Council says the River Itchen Flood Alleviation Scheme has almost doubled in cost.
Arrest over teenager's suicide
A woman is arrested on suspicion of assisting the suicide of Vlad Nikolin-Caisley from Southampton.
UK on track for driest spring on record with no rain in sight
There has been a lack of rainfall in many parts of the UK so far this spring and there is little or no rain in the immediate forecast.
MP to introduce slip road safety bill in Parliament
Olivia Bailey, MP for Reading West and Mid Berkshire will share her constituents experiences.
Warning as frisky New Forest stallions released
Twenty one stallions will be out in the New Forest "only thinking about one thing" until 23 June.
Abandoned kittens adopted by surrogate mum
Ember and Lumen are doing well and should be able to leave the RSPCA's island centre within weeks.
Crafty bakers set to retire after 35 years
Sally Churcher and Amanda Harris say it is the right time to retire from their cake business.
Second man released after cruise ship death arrests
A 56-year-old man from London, arrested on suspicion of manslaughter, has been released on bail.
Fire crews tackle woodland and heath blazes
Two fires broke out on Saturday evening with a third tackled on Sunday night, fire crews say.
Safety and trade fears over roadwork diversion
Pub landlord Matthew Westwood is worried about a drop in trade during the roadworks.
Toad makes 'wonderful' comeback at national park
It is the first time natterjack toads have been recorded breeding at the Blackmoor site in 50 years.
WW1 mural to 'strengthen area's rich history'
The mural is part of £50,000 of planned improvement works at Hilsea Station.
Wife completes 'emotional' walk for late husband
Debs Goodenough walked from Bembridge to Alum Bay in memory of her husband, Simon.
Second arrest in cruise ship death investigation
James Messham died following an altercation reported hours after MSC Virtuosa departed Southampton.
Abandoned kittens adopted by surrogate mum
Ember and Lumen are doing well and should be able to leave the RSPCA's island centre within weeks.
Wife completes 'emotional' walk for late husband
Debs Goodenough walked from Bembridge to Alum Bay in memory of her husband, Simon.
Wife to walk across island for late husband
Debs Goodenough will join thousands of people taking part in the Walk the Wight challenge.
Weekly round-up: Five stories you may have missed
Thousands of people commemorated the 80th anniversary of VE Day.
Big Picture: This week's images from the south
The best images sent to us from Oxfordshire, Berkshire, Dorset, Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
Portsmouth release Yengi as Swanson and Dozzell stay
Portsmouth release striker Kusini Yengi and take up options to keep defender Zak Swanson and midfielder Andre Dozzell for another year.
Hampshire's Dawson recalled to England T20 squad
Five players involved in the Indian Premier League have been named in England's squad for the ODI series against West Indies later this month.
Hampshire defeat Somerset in Women's One-Day Cup
Charli Knott hits 64 and takes two wickets as Hampshire beat Somerset by 31 runs on the DLS method in the Women's One-Day Cup.
Aldershot win FA Trophy with victory over Spennymoor
Aldershot Town score three second-half goals to win the FA Trophy as they beat Spennymoor Town at Wembley Stadium.
Leaders Notts thump Hampshire by 366 runs
Division One leaders Nottinghamshire beat Hampshire by 366 runs on the third day of their County Championship game.
'Sorry if we got your hopes up' - Saints avoid unwanted record
Southampton avoid becoming an addition to a pub quiz question after moving past Derby County's record low total of 11 points.
Portsmouth release Yengi as Swanson and Dozzell stay
Portsmouth release striker Kusini Yengi and take up options to keep defender Zak Swanson and midfielder Andre Dozzell for another year.
Pompey plan Atkinson conversation when time is right
Portsmouth sporting director Richard Hughes talks to BBC Radio Solent about summer transfer plans.
'Only natural' for interest in Mousinho - Hughes
Portsmouth sporting director Richard Hughes expects interest from other clubs in head coach John Mousinho this summer.
Bishop instrumental in turning Pompey's season around
Neil Allen joins BBC Radio Solent's Chris Wise and Andy Moon to look back at Portsmouth's 2024-25 Championship campaign.
Thousands attend charity football match
Former Portsmouth goalkeeper Alan Knight revealed he had prostate cancer in October.
My day navigating a river on a paddleboard
BBC South reporter Sarah Farmer explores the River Hamble.
Tributes to Pope who 'crossed all the boundaries'
Catholic figures in the south of England praise the late head of the Roman Catholic Church.
'TV legend' presents South Today for final time
Sally Taylor announced her retirement from South Today, which she has hosted since 1987, last month.
Northampton v Aldershot
Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's game between Northampton and Aldershot in League Two.
Whittingham holds transfer hope
Portsmouth caretaker manager Guy Whittingham still hopes he will be able to buy players in January.
Robinson committed, says McInnes
Potential Portsmouth chairman Iain McInnes says the property developer working with the Trust is still involved.
Hartlepool v Portsmouth
Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's game between Hartlepool and Portsmouth in League One.
Gyepes admits he may leave Pompey
Portsmouth defender Gabor Gyepes admits he may leave the League One strugglers when his contract expires in January.
Shots turning corner - Vincenti
Aldershot Town midfielder Peter Vincenti believes the side are starting to fulfil their potential in League Two.
Portsmouth 0-0 Preston
Portsmouth extend their winless League One run to nine matches after being held to a draw by Preston.
Aldershot 4-2 Rochdale
Goals from Dani Lopez, Peter Vincenti, Danny Rose and Craig Reid earn lowly Aldershot victory against Rochdale.
Man jailed for 1986 murder acquitted after 38 years in prison
Peter Sullivan, 68, says he is "not bitter" after one of the UK's biggest miscarriages of justice.
Newly-elected councillor was sacked as police officer
Andrew Hamilton-Gray won a seat in Loughborough for Reform, with almost 40% of the vote.
MP charged over sex assaults at London's Groucho Club
Central Suffolk and North Ipswich MP Patrick Spencer will appear before magistrates in June.
'Sleeping' policemen must reflect on their actions
A video posted on Facebook showed two men in uniform apparently asleep in a vehicle at a junction.
Arrest over teenager's suicide
A woman is arrested on suspicion of assisting the suicide of Vlad Nikolin-Caisley from Southampton.
Pig farm operations suspended over abuse claims
Cranswick says it has suspended "the team" at one of its Lincolnshire sites while it investigates.
Deaf teacher hugs Prince of Wales at OBE ceremony
Wendy Daunt was being honoured for her services to Derby's Royal School for the Deaf.
Jail for man who set fire to home with woman inside
Police say Clive Hawker started the fire in a bin and flames engulfed the front door.
Family of PC who died on holiday face wait for answers
Hannah Byrne's family says she was extremely kind, funny, caring and had a real zest for life.
University suspends vice chancellor after investigation
The University of Greater Manchester suspends George Holmes after 'serious allegations' are raised.
Finance boss stole £189k for holidays and Harrods sprees
The former finance manager spent the cash on holidays and luxury goods from Harrods and Selfridges.
Hawk that terrorised villagers has 'calmed down'
A falconer is now working to rehabilitate the bird - called Bomber - after it attacked villagers.