Island MP Andrew Turner has said that he believes that last night’s vote about a referendum on Britain’s role in the EU will have profound influence in the future. The
School has avoided Council-threatened closure
Weston Community Primary School in the Isle of Wight, the only primary without a religious character in the west of the island, has avoided Council-threatened
Scammers offering computer “help” over the phone
An old scam is doing the rounds again with islanders giving unknown people access their computers and exposing personal details. Victims of the scam receive a cold
Bus CCTV image issued to trace woman
Police are releasing a CCTV image as part of a renewed appeal for information after a garden fence and brick wall was damaged by vandalism on the Isle of Wight. The
Motorcyclist suffers head injuries after crash
A man on the Isle of Wight was airlifted to Southampton hospital this morning after crashing his motorcycle into a lamp post. The 20-year-old man, reported to be from
Bike wrapping and dog chipping available at events
There are several opportunities coming up for Island residents to get their bicycles security marked or for their dogs to be micro chipped. Dog chipping will cost £12 at
£70,000 missing from National Express coach
Police are appealing for information after a large amount of money stored in luggage went missing from a National Express coach yesterday (Tuesday, October 18). £70,000 in
Island MP will vote for EU Referendum to be held
MPs are set to vote next Thursday (October 27th) on whether a national referendum should be held on Britain’s relationship with the European Union. The historic vote was
Only two front police offices for the Isle of Wight
In response to the challenging budget cuts faced by the force, Hampshire Constabulary remains committed to retaining front offices at police stations, but a
20% Discount this half term with Hovertravel
Hovertravel, the fastest Isle of Wight passenger service across the Solent, is offering a 20% discount* when you buy day return tickets online to travel between 21 – 30
Committed to running in the National league
Wightlink Islanders not running and Islanders losing their sponsors are the rumours doing the rounds following a season that was frustrating not only for supporters but for
Primary schools for apposite sides of the Isle of Wight
Isle of Wight Council is revealing plans to build two brand new primary schools in Freshwater and Shanklin. It follows the completion of the second phase of the authority’s
History of Shops is Theme of Cowes Heritage Exhibition
A fascinating insight into what shops and public houses in Cowes, Northwood and Gurnard were like in the past is the subject of the latest Cowes Heritage exhibition,
Appeal for more information after East Cowes assault
Police are appealing for more information from the community as an investigation continues into an assault reported on the Isle of Wight. It’s alleged a 25-year-old man
Hovertravels late services campaign shortlisted
Hovertravel, the fastest Isle of Wight passenger service across the Solent, has had their late services PR campaign shortlisted in the CIPR Pride awards in the Consumer Relations
Cowes Crew Member is a Versatile Rescuer
Cowes RNLI lifeboat crewman Peter Cunningham knows all about multi-tasking when it comes to emergency services, thanks to a spell in New Zealand. Having
Photos of items reported stolen from Robin Hill
Police are appealing for information following a report of a theft from Robin Hill park near Arreton on the Isle of Wight. Two generators valued at £300 each and a
Police appeal after vandalism at Carisbrooke church
Police on the Isle of Wight are appealing for information after a church was targeted by vandals in Carisbrooke. Windows were smashed at St Mary’s the Virgin Church
Witness appeal after disorder in East Cowes
Police are appealing for witnesses after reports of public disorder in East Cowes on the Isle of Wight. Officers are investigating allegations of verbal abuse and
Quay Arts and Bestival Foundation present Music Club
After the success of the first Rob da Bank’s Music Club in September, the second one on Tuesday 25th October brings even more to do and learn (and takes into consideration
Improved care standards: A Smokefree NHS
NHS Isle of Wight is implementing a programme of improved care standards. This includes emphasising the national requirement that all NHS sites – both the
Tutors and coaches targeted in new tax campaign
A campaign to target private tutors and coaches across the South East who have undeclared tax liabilities has been launched by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). The
Two councils both working to improve education
Closer working between Southampton City Council and the Isle of Wight Council has come a step nearer. The IW Council’s cabinet on Tuesday (11 Oct)formally agreed to
Police release CCTV images after assault report
Detectives are releasing CCTV images of a man they wish to trace after a sexual assault was reported in Newport on the Isle of Wight. A 19-year-old woman from
West Wight ward by-election – the nominations
The Isle of Wight Council has today (13 October) issued notice of election for its West Wight ward. Nominations are being sought for the seat recently vacated due to
Special education on the island to be approved
EDUCATION for pupils on the Isle of Wight with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) is to be expanded and improved. The Isle of Wight Council cabinet on
Major new fire fighting vehicle arrives on island
The Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service has taken delivery of a new vehicle that is essential in tackling incidents at height. A new ‘Bronto’ Sky Lift engine has been delivered and
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