Winchester, Hampshire and Isle of Wight News
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Plans for £22m solar farm given go-ahead
Enough solar panels to power about 11,000 homes are being built near West End.
Council's attempt to stop homes had 'no legal merit'
The authority rejected the application, which was later approved by the Planning Inspectorate.
Hampshire & Isle of Wight: Saturday's Big Picture
Showcasing the best images sent to us from around Hampshire & Isle of Wight.
Mother wins High Court case over son's education
The mother says the council provided little of the package it was told to, and the judge agreed.
Road works to make area 'more attractive' completed
East Park Terrace, in Southampton, recently reopened as a route just for buses, taxis and bicycles.
Sheep rescued by firefighters after sinking in bog
The flock were found trapped in the mud struggling to keep their heads above the water.
Thousands head to farm for global Muslim convention
The annual Jalsa Salana is one of the largest spiritual gatherings in the UK.
Air ambulance move will save more lives, boss says
The Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance (HIOWAA) base is to move to a site near Southampton Airport.
Rape accused sergeant told victim 'no crimes committed'
Sgt Richard Heard faces three charges of rape and three of voyeurism against a female officer.
£90m fine due to low investment says water boss
Lawrence Gosden says the firm is investing heavily to stop sewage overflows and reduce leaks.
Charity swimmers' support boat struck wreck
An investigation finds its owner, who was navigating the boat, was ?insufficiently qualified?.
Train station reopens south side after £5.5m revamp
The works at Southampton Central Station, which started early in 2023, come to an end.
Swimmer thanks pool staff who saved her life
Louise Harris was pulled from the Newport pool after she was seen floating face-down in the water.
Air ambulance move will save more lives, boss says
The Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance (HIOWAA) base is to move to a site near Southampton Airport.
Swimmer thanks pool staff who saved her life
Louise Harris was pulled from the Newport pool after she was seen floating face-down in the water.
BBC presenter joins Solent swim for MND
Edward Sault joins 30 swimmers for the annual Solent crossing for Motor Neurone Disease.
Reckless water scooter rider cautioned under new law
The man admits forcing a ferry to take evasive action after steering across its path in Cowes Harbour.
Orange Buck Moon photographed over the south
July's full moon rose on a clear night, providing a clear view of the lunar spectacle.
Southampton to sign Brazilian pair from Sao Paulo
Southampton sign pre-contract agreements with Brazilian pair Welington and Juan from Sao Paulo.
Brown shines in Hampshire victory
Warwickshire make it two One-Day Cup wins out of two, while Notts, Hants and Somerset all claim victories too.
Peterborough sign Portsmouth left-back Sparkes
Peterborough United sign Portsmouth left-back Jack Sparkes for an undisclosed fee - Posh's sixth summer signing.
Pompey sign Australian defender Farrell
Portsmouth sign Australian defender Jacob Farrell from A-League side Central Coast Mariners for an undisclosed fee.
Brave cruise to win over Spirit as Vince and Overton star
James Vince and Craig Overton star for Southern Brave as they kick off their campaign in The Hundred men's competition with a seven-wicket victory over London Spirit.
Holders Brave beaten as Knight inspires Spirit
England captain Heather Knight's 65 not out inspires London Spirit to victory in their opening match of The Hundred women's competition against defending champions London Spirit.
Saints & Sinners with Tom Deacon - Ep. 37
Tom is joined by a Spanish Adam Blackmore to chat all things Saints.
Pompey sign Australian defender Farrell
Portsmouth sign Australian defender Jacob Farrell from A-League side Central Coast Mariners for an undisclosed fee.
Swanson signs new Portsmouth contract
Defender Zak Swanson signs a one-year deal with Portsmouth that includes the option of an additional 12 months.
Moon's Musings - Episode 39
As Pompey get their pre-season underway Andy Moon answer your questions
Pompey's Poole on his recovery journey
"I just cannot rush it"
Moon's Musing - Ep 38
From Pompey's training camp in Croatia, Andy Moon answers your questions
Tories put to the sword across the south
Penny Mordaunt lost in Portsmouth North while Tobias Ellwood also lost his Bournemouth East seat.
Jessie J superfan with rare condition meets star
Nathan Jones, 22, from Cowes, working at the Isle of Wight festival and meets his idol.
'Lovable' Amur tiger, Bagai, put to sleep aged 11
Bagai had been a favourite at Marwell Zoo since arriving from Germany in 2013.
Near misses and risk-taking filmed at crossings
A girl running in front of a train and a truck tearing off a barrier are among recent incidents.
Solved: The mystery of the walking birch tree
Portsmouth-based artist Olana Light reveals she was responsible for Southampton's walking tree.
Watch: Fire rips through beachside pub
Fire crews were praised for their bravery as a large fire ripped through the roof of a beachside pub.
Watch: Dinosaurs invade BBC South studio
During a live segment about a Megalosaurus presenter Anjana Gadgil found herself surrounded.
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.
Families pay tribute to four friends killed in crash
Andrei Tudorov, Lyuben Gogov, Narcis Titianu, and Ioan Toma died when their car hit a tree.
The story behind the largest maternity review in the NHS
The review followed hundreds of baby deaths and injuries at Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) NHS Trust.
PC to face criminal investigation over airport kick video
A PC is to be investigated over an alleged assault on a man at Manchester Airport, the police watchdog says.
Watch: Poole paddleboarder's 'jackpot' encounter with dolphins
Ben Felton and his friend Nick Woods are joined by the small pod of dolphins.
'My body just keeps swelling and swelling'
Chloe Davies has "spontaneous swelling attacks", which can be life-threatening.
Horse killed and mutilated in 'cruel' attack
Nottinghamshire Police is warning horse owners to be vigilant after the "heartless assault".
The club helping people find their voice
Zarifa, from Afghanistan says "my life is different because now I can go to school".
Sacking of Met commander over drugs test overturned
Julian Bennett was dismissed from the force for refusing to provide a urine sample for a drugs test.
Ex-Strictly dancer shocked at complaints
Chloe Hewitt told BBC Radio Stoke the news felt like it "wasn't real".
'Paul was a friend and colleague - I'm proud to ride for him'
The 17 riders are wearing bracelets to commemorate their former colleagues who died while on duty.
'Making 3,000 toasties at Latitude is my dream job'
The four-day event is Suffolk's biggest music festival and there are plenty of local connections.
Hometown big screen for swimmer's Olympic debut
Bishop's Castle residents will be cheering on homegrown talent in the 100m backstroke.