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Swindon Council pays £138k after own vans clamped

Swindon Borough Council has paid £138,000 in fines after its own highway maintenance vans were clamped outside its offices. Deputy leader calls it 'not our finest hour'. Read the full story.

Portsmouth Potato Stall Changes Name After SpudBros Row

A Portsmouth baked potato stall forced to change its name from The Spud Father after a trademark dispute with TikTok giants SpudBros has relaunched as Spud Vision. Discover the full story behind the viral food feud.

Saudi Student Convicted of Rape in Portsmouth

Waleed Alharbi found guilty of rape and attempted rape after meeting victim at Astoria nightclub. Portsmouth Crown Court hears harrowing details. Sentencing set for December 9.

Royal Navy's biggest homecoming in 20 years

Thousands of British service personnel reunite with families as HMS Prince of Wales leads the carrier strike group home after a 40,000-nautical-mile global deployment. Read the emotional story.

Royal Navy's largest homecoming in 20 years

Thousands of Royal Navy personnel reunite with families for Christmas after 8-month global deployment. Read about the emotional homecoming and strategic success of Operation Highmast.

Photographer disguises as bush for incredible bird shots

Portsmouth wildlife enthusiast Charlie Blake spent weeks camouflaged as foliage to photograph rare Red Kites in his garden. His incredible dedication paid off with split-second shots of these magnificent birds of prey.

Council Tax to Rise 5%: How to Cut Costs

Millions face a 5% council tax hike next year, adding £114 to typical bills. Discover actionable ways to reduce your payments and challenge your band.

Hunter Valley council plans 40% rate hike

Cessnock City Council proposes a staggering 39.9% rates increase, costing households over $1,000 annually. Residents fight back with petition as council cites financial crisis.

Funeral directors trial over decomposing body

Two funeral directors are on trial at Portsmouth Crown Court, accused of fraud and preventing the lawful burial of a man whose body was left decomposing for over a month. Read the shocking details.

Plymouth's £40m council revamp sparks fury

Plymouth residents outraged as city centre regeneration costs triple to £36.8m. Concrete benches, rusty metal and dry stream leave locals questioning council spending priorities.

Man makes £600 a month from dumpster diving

Jake Stevens from Portsmouth rescues discarded valuables from bins, earning £600 monthly. He finds designer handbags, jewellery, and food, highlighting UK retail waste.

Penny Mordaunt's Tory comeback plan revealed

Conservative MP Penny Mordaunt is plotting a remarkable political comeback with a new book and renewed ambitions, positioning herself as a key figure in the Tory party's future direction.

Boston removes Catholic saints from city pledge

In a controversial move that's dividing the community, Boston's City Council has eliminated references to Catholic saints from its traditional pledge, sparking debate about religious heritage and modern inclusivity.

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