When you stop, engine stops – new anti-engine idling campaign launches
Drivers in Portsmouth have been asked to switch their car engines off when they are stationary and it is safe to do so, to improve people’s health by lowering air pollution. Air pollution has a major impact on the health of people who suffer from respiratory conditions, older people, those with heart disease, children […]
Portsmouth SEND families hail information event a big success
More than 60 people attended a free event designed to help families with children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The Local Offer Live event, at Central Library, helped families learn more about the services available to children and young people aged up to 25. Cllr Suzy Horton, Deputy Leader and Cabinet […]
Football donation from Hawks Women boosts girls’ football team
A kit and equipment donation from Havant & Waterlooville Women’s FC has given a boost to the girls’ football team at HSDC. Havant & Waterlooville Football Club reformed its women’s division in June 2022, which was perfect timing as the Lionesses then shined a huge spotlight on women’s football. Since formation, Hawks Women has […]
Yule never guess what, Portsmouth buses are running on Christmas day
Passengers in Portsmouth will find it easy to travel this Christmas Day, thanks to special bus services. Working with bus providers First Solent and Stagecoach, Portsmouth City Council has compiled a festive public transport timetable, which is designed to help get local people and visitors into town for celebrations, to take people to and from […]
A new undercover skatepark upgrades the former Sainsbury’s site in the city centre
A new indoor skatepark is officially opening this week in the former Sainsbury’s building to the north of the city centre. This Saturday (10 December) will see the Clarence Street doors to Pitt Street Skatepark open offering people of all ages a chance to come and try out some new skills. Portsmouth City Council […]
Eclectic mix of Portsmouth communities to benefit from grant funding
People across Portsmouth will have access to a diverse range of projects, groups and support thanks to more than £30,000 of grant funding. Portsmouth City Council awarded community inclusion grants to 34 organisations across the city with each bidding for up to £1,000 for projects that aim to make the city a place where […]
New Theatre Royal announce Flo & Joan as latest patrons
New Theatre Royal in Portsmouth is excited to announce that the multi-award winning British musical comedy duo Flo & Joan are joining them as patrons. The acclaimed live act consisting of sisters Rosie and Nicola Dempsey, have headlined and played to sold-out audiences across the UK, North America and Australia, and their hour-long special, Alive […]
The Parenting Network sends powerful message about abuse through Christmas pyjama appeal
Working with Stop Domestic Abuse, The Parenting Network wants as many children as possible to snuggle up on Christmas Eve reading a book in cosy Christmas Pyjamas with their Christmas Pyjama Crowdfunder Campaign this year. Over the last 2 years, thanks to your generous support, they were able to deliver over 530 pairs of Christmas […]
Join Motiv8 for the Stars of Hope Trail
Why not take part in some free festive family fun with a chance to win a family ice skating session at Portsmouth on Ice, Guildhall square or a £20 Amazon voucher! The local youth charity Motiv8 have organised a Stars of Hope Light Trail for everyone to enjoy! Light up Stars have been featured […]
Nominate school and college superstars in Portsmouth’s education awards
Families in Portsmouth can nominate an unsung hero from their local school or college for a special award. The award is open to teachers, learning support assistants and head teachers who deserve recognition as education superstars. The Teach Portsmouth Awards 2023 will take place on Thursday 29 June at Portsmouth Guildhall and will recognise the achievements […]