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Alcohol and drug paraphernalia found in Gosport as police officers crack down on yobbish behaviour
“The discovery of drug paraphernalia is concerning and highlights the risks young people may expose themselves to
High hopes for endangered water voles found to be thriving at Hampshire site
Water voles are Britain's fastest-declining mammal
Watch: Battle-damaged Trafalgar Sail from HMS Victory goes on display with rare chance to see silverware from the historic ship
Rare naval treasures on show for a short time only at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard this summer
The location of all 45 for the city’s lion trail can be revealed
"Pompey Belles" Search is on for 100 remarkable women who go above and beyond for their communities
Portsmouth MPs launch search for 100 Pompey Belles
Odin Bailey Signs For The Blues
Former Stockport County midfielder Odin Bailey has joined Portsmouth on a 3-year-deal until the summer of 2029.
Portsmouth's 2026/27 Fixtures Announced
The matches for the upcoming Championship campaign have now been provisionally pencilled in but the dates remain subject to change for TV broadcast selection.
Zak Swanson Pens New Blues Deal
With his previous contract set to expire on July 1st, defender Zak Swanson has agreed terms on a new agreement to keep him at Portsmouth until 2028.
Connor Ogilvie Signs New Pompey Contract
The defender has extended his Fratton Park stay by 2 years after being offered a new deal at the end of the 2025/26 season.
LISTEN: Express FM live from the Spotlight Awards 2026
Brendan McCarthy & Caroline Brennan were backstage as all the winners at this year's inaugural Spotlight Awards - sponsored by Portsmouth Theatres - took place at the iconic Theatre Royal!
LISTEN: Express FM live from the Portsmouth Music Awards 2026
Lana Hall & Jon Brown presented red carpet and backstage coverage of the Portsmouth Music Awards 2026 which took place at Portsmouth Guildhall.
Portsmouth Makes UK City of Culture 2029 Longlist
Portsmouth is one step closer to becoming UK City of Culture 2029 after being named on the longlist alongside nine other cities across the UK.
Portsmouth launches bold bid for UK City of Culture 2029
Portsmouth City Council has confirmed plans to bid for the UK City of Culture 2029 title, aiming to showcase the city’s creativity, heritage and ambition on a national stage.
Portsmouth's Express FM, Mountjoy & City of Portsmouth College launch 'Workwise' to help young people navigate the world of work
Finding the right career path can be challenging for young people. Questions about qualifications, training opportunities, apprenticeships and how to get a foot on the career ladder can often feel overwhelming.
LISTEN: Express FM live from the Spotlight Awards 2026
Brendan McCarthy & Caroline Brennan were backstage as all the winners at this year's inaugural Spotlight Awards - sponsored by Portsmouth Theatres - took place at the iconic Theatre Royal!
LISTEN: Express FM live from the Portsmouth Music Awards 2026
Lana Hall & Jon Brown presented red carpet and backstage coverage of the Portsmouth Music Awards 2026 which took place at Portsmouth Guildhall.
LISTEN: Express FM live from Portsmouth Comic Con 2026
Lana Hall, Gareth Boyes, Emilia Barnden & Bradley Barlow presented coverage of this year's Portsmouth Comic Con at Portsmouth Guildhall - and Express FM hosted Jonathan Hyde, Julian Glover and Tom Rosenthal amongst many exhibitors and other attendees in Speaker's Corner.
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