The Isle of Wight is being promoted as a future visitor destination to tens of thousands of families at a world famous London store. Over the weekend of 20 – 21 August
Man arrested in Ryde after airgun was found in car
Police on the Isle of Wight arrested a man in Ryde yesterday after reports he was carrying a handgun. Firearms officers were called in to intercept the 66-year-old as he was
Capsized Laser Ends Family Outing
Family rescued after boat capsizes off East Cowes
Age, youth, and brotherly rivalry prevail in XOD race
XOD race full of family rivalry as Cowes week draws to an end
Organisations invited to stage Diamond Jubilee event
Appley park to host Diamond Jubilee event.
The slide at Medina Pool will not be reinstalled
After inspections found it to be in a poor condition and in need of extensive repairs.
Witness appeal after assault on French teenager
Detectives are appealing for witnesses after a teenager was assaulted on the Isle of Wight. A 17-year-old French boy was walking along Park Road in Cowes near the
Parents of 16 year olds could lose out on child benefit
Teenagers who are continuing in full time education should let HMRC know
Rolex Fastnet Race Press Conference in Cowes
With just over two days left until the start of the Rolex Fastnet Race, a press conference was held yesterday in the Sir Max Aitken Museum in Cowes on the Isle of Wight.
Police patrols continue to prevent any problems
Extra police patrols are continuing across the Isle of Wight to provide reassurance during the current concerns over civil unrest in other parts of the UK. There have been
Officers and staff join Brighton & Hove Pride parade
Around 10 Hampshire Constabulary police officers and staff will again be joining this year’s Brighton & Hove Pride parade. The event this Saturday (August 13)
More police officers across the Isle of Wight
There will be more police officers than usual across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight this weekend to reassure communities and prevent any trouble. Chief Superintendent David
Leaking Cowes Week Racer Towed to Safety by Lifeboat
Cowes RNLI played its part in dealing with a whole host of incidents on the Solent
HRH The Princess Royal fires start gun for Race Day
Andrew Shaw achieved a second successive bullet and third of the week in X23 Phoenix propelling him further into the overall lead after five races in the X One Designs, the
HMRC help for customers affected by civil disorder
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has today announced a single helpline number.
Princess Royal officially opens Bembridge RNLI lifeboat station
Princess Anne officially opens the new Bembridge RNLI lifeboat station.
Ventnor Winter gardens future plans outlined
Bright future ahead for the popular Ventnor winter gardens.
Fancy some school holiday karate classes
Looking for something for your children to learn during the School Holidays? Isle of Wight Karate and Self Defence club is offering a wide range of classes for boys
Policing increased to reassure community
Police are increasing their visible presence in the communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight tonight to provide higher levels of reassurance to the public and
Two Was Company for Crippled Dutch Yacht
A Dutch ocean racer which broke its rudder just west of Thorness Bay this afternoon
Appeal for witness after reported robbery in Cowes
A report of a robbery in Cowes on the Isle of Wight is prompting an appeal for witnesses. Two men, aged 19 and 20, from the Isle of Wight, were approached from
Knocked Out Yachtsman Brought Ashore by Cowes Lifeboat
Cowes RNLI lifeboat dashed through a windswept Solent today to go to the aid of a yachtsman
Islanders overcome hitmen and Simmons polishes
Wightlink Islanders skipper Nick Simmons successfully defended the Bronze helmet last night at Smallbrook against the visitors challenger Adam Allott. Referee Christina
Witness appeal after indecent behaviour report in Newport
Police are appealing for more information after a report of indecent behaviour
Southern Vectis take ownership of the Wight buses
Earlier this year, IW Council announced it would withdraw the Wightbus service from 31 August. The council has been able to secure services on many of
Signature sailing events include launch of new race
In 2012, the Royal Southern Yacht Club will celebrate the 175th Anniversary of its formation in January 1837. Born on the rising tide of enthusiastic support for
It will be a haven hoot at Ryde library event
An Isle of Wight library is hosting a unique event for all the family where visitors can get up close with a feathered friend that Harry Potter would be keen to meet. Working
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