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Police warning about new Amazon scam

Hampshire Police are warning people to stay safe online and beware of a new scam involving the web retailer Amazon. The service said that people have been receiving fake emails supposedly from Amazon, offering refunds for products bought from the site. The scam has been uncovered after it was found those responsible

Fire service warning after Samsung phone charger explodes

Firefighters have issued a warning after a mobile phone charger overheated and exploded after it was left switched on in a kitchen. A woman living in Thomas Grant Avenue, Gosport, raised the alarm Wednesday evening after she heard a bang in her home and the electrics went out. Crews scoured the property before

Police warning about new Amazon scam

Hampshire Police are warning people to stay safe online and beware of a new scam involving the web retailer Amazon. The service said that people have been receiving fake emails supposedly from Amazon, offering refunds for products bought from the site. The scam has been uncovered after it was found those responsible

Police squad to tackle drug dealers

Dealers travelling to the Portsmouth area to peddle drugs and exploit vulnerable addicts are being warned by police: We will catch you. Senior police officers spoke to The News as a 10-strong team yesterday started a six month operation to root out drug traffickers. In turn, officers hope to cut shoplifting, burglaries

Police squad to tackle drug dealers

Dealers travelling to the Portsmouth area to peddle drugs and exploit vulnerable addicts are being warned by police: We will catch you. Senior police officers spoke to The News as a 10-strong team yesterday started a six month operation to root out drug traffickers. In turn, officers hope to cut shoplifting, burglaries

Allotment Shed Break-ins

Three sheds have recently been broken into and items stolen on the Elson Allotment site in Gosport. If you have an allotment in Gosport, please bear in mind the following security measures to help protect your property and deter potential thieves. Please also report any suspicious activity to 101 (non-emergency)

Allotment Shed Break-ins

Three sheds have recently been broken into and items stolen on the Elson Allotment site in Gosport. If you have an allotment in Gosport, please bear in mind the following security measures to help protect your property and deter potential thieves. Please also report any suspicious activity to 101 (non-emergency)

Motiv8 – Extension means more support for young people

A charity which supports young people at risk of offending and anti-social behaviour held a party to celebrate the completion of a new extension. Motiv8 exists to improve the life chances of young people, particularly those who have disengaged from learning or employment. The charity’s Toronto Place building in Gosport, now has