PORTSMOUTH, NH — The city of Portsmouth announces the following Memorial Day observances: At 11 a.m. on Friday, May 23, the annual Wreath-Laying Ceremony will be held in Prescott Park by the ...

Millions of pounds are being pumped into a major city regeneration project to restore the iconic Hilsea Lido back to its former glory. News you can trust since 1877 Sign In ...

The city’s medieval streets and confined geography, surrounded on three sides by the River Wear, mean it’s not somewhere for big shops. But there is a great market and the giant MetroCentre in ...

The reinstatement of two suspended Labour councillors has created a leadership “crisis” for the opposition bench at Portsmouth City Council, a leading politician has said.

Portsmouth City Council on Tuesday approved an $878 million operating budget and $143 million capital improvement plan for the fiscal 2026 budget, which will span July 1 to June 30, 2026.

Portsmouth celebrated Crossing Guard Appreciation Day on Tuesday, thanks to the effort of two local students.The initiative began last month when the students presented the Portsmouth City Council ...

CGI of the proposed Portsmouth's City Centre North redevelopment (image credit: Portsmouth City Council) Cllr Steve Pitt, leader of Portsmouth City Council said: "The appointment of this team ...

Portsmouth City Council has appointed construction consultancy Mace to its City Centre North project, which involves the redevelopment of the former Tricorn and Sainsbury's sites. Mace will lead a ...

Council members voted 5-1 in opposition to becoming a sanctuary city – first proposed as an ordinance at a Portsmouth City Council meeting two weeks ago.

Portsmouth City Council OKs $1 billion budget for 2026, highlighting schools, public safety, and infrastructure. New tax rates and fee increases are included. Skip Navigation.