Winchester, Hampshire and Isle of Wight News
Keep up to date with the latest news and sports articles for Winchester, Hampshire and Isle of Wight. You will also find links on the left that will direct you to local and national newspaper websites and publications.
Council tax 4.99% hike approved
Hampshire was turned down in its request to the government for permission for a 15% rise.
Russian NHS doctor hits halfway in row for Ukraine
Dr Leo Krivskiy set off on the solo row from Gran Canaria on Boxing Day.
New homes hope to ease island housing crisis
The £30m project consists of 87 homes available for social rent and 58 for Shared Ownership.
End-of-life care demand challenging for paramedics
A study has revealed that end-of-life care demand is challenging for paramedics and that more needs to be done to ease pressure.
The science behind the success of GB bobsleigh
How a wind tunnel in Southampton has helped push the GB bobsleigh team to World Cup success.
Olympic silver medallist Black has heart surgery
Olympic 400m silver medallist and two-time 400m relay world champion Roger Black reveals he had open heart surgery three weeks ago.
Group applies for study centre to be community asset
The centre opened in 1935 and more than 4,000 pupils have residential visits there each year.
Pedestrian in her 20s dies after being hit by lorry
Police said the lorry driver was arrested on suspicion of driving and drug offences.
New charges in 17 city car parks to go ahead
Councillors vote that the plan to end two hours of free parking at 17 city car parks can go ahead.
Petition over disabled people's bus pass cuts
Hampshire protesters criticise plans to reduce free travel for disabled and older people.
What are the issues that matter to Gen Z?
From housing to mental health, Megan McCubbin has been finding out what issues matter to under 30s.
Abandoned football stadium sale moves closer
The Camrose has remained abandoned since 2019, when Basingstoke Town FC were evicted.
Starmer will 'ensure' new hospital is built
The prime minister said the government's plan for the new hospital was "funded and deliverable".
Is speed dating the new Tinder for Gen Z?
Some Gen Zs who went speed dating in Hampshire say going offline is a chance to try something new.
New homes hope to ease island housing crisis
The £30m project consists of 87 homes available for social rent and 58 for Shared Ownership.
Child sex offender's sentence to be reviewed
Samuel Huckle avoided jail after possessing and distributing indecent images of children.
'I deal with pressure by just enjoying myself'
England's Brandon Robinson-Thompson says his way of dealing with the pressure of professional golf is by "simply enjoying" himself.
New generators for troubled chain ferry 'essential'
Isle of Wight Council said the original generators had "reached the end of their working life".
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.
Baker, 21, given England deal after Lions success
Twenty-one-year-old fast bowler Sonny Baker is given a development central contract by England after impressing on the Lions tour of Australia.
Hampshire sign South African Pretorius for T20 Blast
Hampshire sign teenage South African wicketkeeper-batter Lhuan-dre Pretorius for their 2025 T20 Blast campaign.
Shaughnessy injury a 'big blow' for Pompey - Mousinho
Portsmouth boss John Mousinho says losing Conor Shaughnessy to injury is a big blow as the club wait on results of a scan on his hamstring injury.
Brave sale values Hundred teams at more than £950m
Southern Brave's sale to the co-owners of IPL side Delhi Capitals takes the total value of the eight Hundred teams to more than £900m.
'We're not going to put Pompey at risk', says CEO
Portsmouth chief executive Andy Cullen speaks to BBC Radio Solent about how he feels the January transfer window went and the future of the club.
Pompey's Bishop 'extremely confident' of staying up
Portsmouth striker Colby Bishop says he is "extremely confident" his side will stay in the Championship this season.
Pick of the stats: Oxford United v Portsmouth
The pick of the stats ahead of Oxford United's home game against Portsmouth
Pompey 'result over performance territory' - analysis
Portsmouth fan Tom Chappell argues the side now need more positive results regardless of the style they get them in.
Shaughnessy injury a 'big blow' for Pompey - Mousinho
Portsmouth boss John Mousinho says losing Conor Shaughnessy to injury is a big blow as the club wait on results of a scan on his hamstring injury.
?The latest episode of Who Needs Mourinho?
Listen to the latest episode of BBC Radio Solent's Portsmouth FC podcast.
'I obsessed over walking thousands of steps a day'
Eating disorder charity BEAT warns fitness tracking features can lead to obsessive tendencies.
How to celebrate Jane Austen's 250th birthday
The county where the author was born and died is gearing up for a year of celebrations and events.
Family's joy at return of 1949 Ford Anglia
A 1949 Ford Anglia is reunited with the family that first sold it 75 years ago.
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.
Killer jailed for at least 21 years for murdering widow
The family of Una Crown say they can "finally smile again" following David Newton's conviction.
Surgeon suspended after children hurt by treatment
An NHS chief exec apologises "unreservedly to our patients and their families".
No knowledge of hotel incident, officer tells soldier's inquest
Gunner Jaysley Beck abandoned an overnight training exercise after the harassment went "too far".
Presenter 'thrilled' to own Eric Morecambe's desk
TV presenter Yvette Fielding said she burst into tears when she won the bid for Eric Morecambe's desk.
Police appeal to find woman missing for 53 years
Police are asking for help to find Freda Margaret Green, who has not been seen since April 1972.
American woman denies shopkeeper murder plot
Aimee Betro appears in court via video link to deny three charges following events in 2019.
New friends found for heartbroken donkey
Harold had seemed subdued after the death of his goat best friend - but now he has some new pals.
Man sexually assaulted care resident with dementia
Muhammad Arshad was jailed after he committed the "truly awful crime", detectives said.
Passengers facing delays after person hit by train
A spokesperson urges people to check services before setting off on the London mainlines.
Man cons council out of £710k in 'Greggs' swindle
Aftab Baig pretended to be a property manager from Greggs to con Leeds City Council, a court hears.
Lottery winners invest in women's football club
The directors hope the investment will lead to the club's promotion to the Women's Super League.
The ancient rock formation that inspired romance
Lover's Leap is where, legend has it, an eloping couple put their love to the ultimate test.