Rotary and Canine Partners say a big thank you to Wightlink Ferries

Through the generosity of Wightlink Ferries, the Rotary Club of Portsmouth North were able to hold a collection on 4 different return sailings between Portsmouth and the Isle of Wight on Saturday 28th April. Organised by Rotarian Chris Fairhall, the day was in aid of Canine Partners, the chosen charity for 2012. Travellers enjoyed demonstrations [...]

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A moving tribute to a dear friend

Portsmouth North Rotarian, Chris Evans, delivered a moving tribute to his dear friend and fellow Rotarian, Drew Gibson, who died recently in Queen Alexandra Hospital, Cosham. President of Portsmouth North Rotary Club in 1995/96, Drew was an energetic Rotarian committed to helping others less fortunate than himself.  The Rotary ethos “Service above Self” epitomised his [...]

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Dynamic Inspirational Leader Joins Rotary

Dynamic and Inspirational Leader Joins Portsmouth North Rotary Club.  In recognition of his  sterling work to improve the welfare of the less fortunate people of North End, Canon Tom Kennar has been given Honorary Membership of the Portsmouth North Rotary Club. Tom first became involved with the club 3 years ago when he inspired members [...]

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Copnor Junior School gets Dictionaries 4 Life

Following the success of supporting Stamshaw Junior School with dictionaries for life for a number of years, the Rotarians of Portsmouth North have now included  Copnor Junior School. On Friday morning 15 July Club President John Dykes and Ken Waterfield Chairman of the International Committee presented individually named copies of the Dictionary for Life to [...]

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Blind Association Gets Helping Hand

    Blind Association gets a vital helping hand.    The Portsmouth Association for the blind received the keys to a new mini bus thanks to the support of Portsmouth North Rotary Club. For Portsmouth residents who are patially sited or blind attending The Portsmouth Association for The Blind day centre has now become much [...]

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Supporting Faith and Football

Linvoy goes head to head with Rotary Linvoy Primus went head to head with Portsmouth North Rotary Club President (2010-11) David Middleton all in the aid of charity. David and his two colleagues Chris Fairhall and John Dykes dropped into Fratton Park to present a cheque for £3000 to Linvoy for Faith and Football. The [...]

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Rotary Helps Save Lives

15 Lives are saved in Hampshire Thanks to Rotary Doctors Deidre Dunbar (Chairman of Basics Hampshire) and Dr Rob Daws made a return visit to the Rotary Club of Portsmouth North to tell members and their partners just how big an impact the donation by the club of a rapid response vehicle had. The Club [...]

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