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UK "no longer sharing intelligence" with USA about suspected drug vessels in Caribbean despite Royal Navy op
The UK has stopped sharing data intelligence with the USA about suspected drug smuggling vessels in the Caribbean, reports say.
"Handover of command": New Royal Navy Commanding Officer for to HMS Tamar tasked with covering "wide expanse"
A Royal Navy patrol vessel has been assigned a new Commanding Officer - tasked with covering a large area of open sea.
Tidy mown lawns or ‘messy’ wild spaces? Study shows what people really want from their local parks
Making rewilding projects a little prettier could go a long way, researchers found 🌼
Portsmouth councillors say planning reforms threaten local democracy
Portsmouth councillors have voiced strong concerns over government plans to reform the planning system, warning the changes could “kill democracy”.
Portsmouth gathers to remember the fallen on Armistice Day
Politicians, veterans, and residents gathered at the Portsmouth Cenotaph today to honour those who fought and died in the First World War and in conflicts since.
Man fighting for life after falling out of tower block window
A man is fighting for life after falling out of a tower block window.
"We're here to honour them": 24 reflective Remembrance pictures as Portsmouth honours fallen on Armistice Day
The city of Portsmouth fell silent to honour those who fought and died for our country in different conflicts.
Man's body found at Gosport house after alarm raised sparking huge emergency service response
A man was found dead at a Gosport address after fears were raised - sparking a huge emergency service response.
"Emotional" Falklands War veteran reunited with lost hat after throwing it from HMS Glamorgan four decades ago
A beaming smile was etched over the face of a Falklands War veteran after he was reunited with his lost hat.
“Brutal” - Three thugs jailed for “unprovoked" attack in the street where a man was threatened with a knife and beaten
Three thugs have been jailed after a “vicious” and “unprovoked” attack in Southsea where they threatened a man with a knife and brutally attacked him in the street.
M27 crash involving two vehicles leaves two lanes closed - police update
Police have given an update over a crash on the M27 that left two lanes closed.
"Creepy" stalker left ex-Portsmouth MP Penny Mordaunt fearing "sexual violence", court hears
Former Portsmouth North MP Dame Penny Mordaunt told a court an “obsessive” man who allegedly stalked her was “creepy” and “disturbing” - with her fearful of his actions.
REPORT: Hull 3, Pompey 2
Portsmouth surrender a first half lead at the MKM Stadium and fall to another Championship defeat.
This Week's Opposition: Hull City
A closer look at Portsmouth's next Championship opponent.
REPORT: Pompey 0, Wrexham 0
Despite Pompey recording 19 shots and 10 corners throughout the 90 minutes, they were unable to carve out a winning goal against Wrexham at Fratton Park.
This Week's Opposition: Wrexham
Take a more in-depth look into Pompey's next Championship opponent at Fratton Park.
Portsmouth’s Express FM in “Radio Oscars” shortlist alongside BBC and commercial radio
Portsmouth’s Express FM is proud to announce its nomination for Local Radio Station of the Year at the Radio Academy ARIAS 2025.
LISTEN: Express FM live from the Portsmouth Music Awards 2025
Lana Hall, Josh Robinson and Hannah Roper presented live coverage of the Portsmouth Music Awards 2025.
The Flight to attend Portsmouth Comic Con 2025
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Curt Hill, Programming & Events Manager at Portsmouth Guildhall and Co-Founder of Portsmouth Comic Con, joined Presenters Jon Brown and Ian McGuiness live in the Express FM studios today to announce that multi award winning Composers The Flight will be attending Portsmouth Comic Con, on Saturday 3rd May at the Portsmouth Guildhall this year.
We Shine Portsmouth returns this November
Prepare to see Portsmouth in a whole new light this winter as We Shine Portsmouth returns, transforming the city into a dazzling gallery of illuminated art.
Heather Small MBE Inducted into Portsmouth Guildhall’s Wall of Fame During Wet Wet Wet Tour Stop
Express FM is proud to celebrate Heather Small MBE, who was officially inducted into the Portsmouth Guildhall Wall of Fame during her recent appearance as special guest with Wet Wet Wet at Portsmouth Guildhall.
Ian James to take on 54-hour broadcast for three local charities
LISTEN: Express FM live from the AJ Bell Great South Run 2025
Brendan McCarthy & Neil Levy broadcast LIVE from the AJ Bell Great South Run bringing you interviews with runners, supporters and everyone in between!
Portsmouth’s Express FM and The University of Portsmouth Students’ Union’s Pure FM Announce New Partnership
Express FM is proud to announce a new partnership with Pure FM, the University of Portsmouth Students’ Union’s student-led radio station.
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Paul Marsh caught up with Grant
Paul Marsh was backstage at the Portsmouth Guildhall Lens Studio