Portsmouth News - Gosport Feed

Friends across the world heading to Jez’s funeral

Wed, 22 May 2013 10:57:48 GMT

HUNDREDS of friends are due to turn out to the funeral of a man who died on a beach while on a stag weekend.

Gosport youth group battle elements to learn about living rough

Wed, 22 May 2013 08:42:12 GMT

YOUNGSTERS spent a night sleeping rough to learn what life is like for homeless people.

Expert will give talk

Wed, 22 May 2013 08:19:15 GMT

A TRADING Standards expert will give advice to a residents’ association on how best to avoid scams.

Concerns raised over decline in species

Wed, 22 May 2013 08:10:28 GMT

A NEW wildlife report has revealed that wildlife species in Hampshire are in decline.

Still time to register for Ruby Slipper Day event

Wed, 22 May 2013 07:35:22 GMT

THERE are only two days left before people turn a shade of ruby red for The Rowans Hospice.

Charitable Jade, nine, to donate hair to wig trust

Wed, 22 May 2013 07:19:04 GMT

SHE hasn’t had a haircut for three years, but now Jade Russell is preparing for the chop.

Luis campaign asks MPs to sign up as organ donors

Wed, 22 May 2013 06:41:45 GMT

A BOY who is bravely fighting renal failure with the help of his own dad’s kidney is urging politicians to sign up to the organ donor register.

Beach clean up in Lee-on-the-Solent

Wed, 22 May 2013 06:38:29 GMT

PEOPLE are being invited to join in with a litter pick and family fun day at Lee-on-the-Solent.

Donate any unwanted bras for good cause

Wed, 22 May 2013 06:29:50 GMT

COLLECTION points have been set up around Hampshire for the annual Bag A Bra Day.

Free places on offer for Great South Run

Wed, 22 May 2013 06:24:39 GMT

HUNDREDS of first-time runners are being offered free race places for this year’s Great South Run.

Tributes paid to man found dead in Gosport flats

Wed, 22 May 2013 06:19:26 GMT

NEIGHBOURS have paid tribute to a 60-year-old man who was found dead in his flat in Gosport.

Air ambulance advice to check charity bags

Wed, 22 May 2013 06:08:06 GMT

PEOPLE who donate textiles to an air ambulance charity are being advised to check the name of the organisation they are giving to.

New elderly care plans backed by Gosport MP

Wed, 22 May 2013 06:03:21 GMT

GOSPORT MP Caroline Dinenage has welcomed government plans to provide more personal and compassionate care for older people.

Labour to lead group scrutinising council

Tue, 21 May 2013 07:38:52 GMT

OPPOSITION councillors will lead a committee looking at the work of Gosport council.

Advice on scams

Tue, 21 May 2013 07:36:22 GMT

A TRADING Standards expert will give advice to members of a residents’ association on how to avoid scams.

Toughest test yet for 35 men riding for Oakley charity

Tue, 21 May 2013 06:43:42 GMT

A GROUP of fundraisers will push themselves with a gruelling challenge, raising cash for a foundation that helps families in the name of a young boy who died.

Pupils recreate first ever Gosport council meeting for French visitors

Mon, 20 May 2013 06:41:16 GMT

YOUNGSTERS have shown a group of French visitors about how their local council began, on the 250th anniversary of its creation.

Memorial service held in tribute to brave naval fliers

Mon, 20 May 2013 06:37:17 GMT

CALLS have been made to make sure the brave deeds of the telegraphist air gunners during the Second World War are not forgotten.

Doris plants a tree to celebrate her 105th birthday

Mon, 20 May 2013 06:31:53 GMT

ONE of the region’s oldest residents has planted a cherry tree in the gardens at her care home to mark her 105th birthday.

Win submariners’ dolphin badge at museum

Sat, 18 May 2013 08:25:33 GMT

FAMILIES are being given the chance to win a submariners’ dolphin badge each day by crewing a submarine.