Local community groups and residents are being invited to hear and discuss more about a new watchdog body for Island health and adult social services at an event in
Group hits high notes with grant funding
Therapeutic singing sessions for Islanders suffering from dementia and other age related conditions are set to be extended following a cash boost from the Isle of
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
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
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
Detectives investigate robbery reported in Cowes
A report of robbery in Cowes on the Isle of Wight is prompting an appeal for more witnesses. A 27-year-old woman from Lancashire was walking with a friend
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
Status Quo ended up rockin more than just the dock
STATUS QUO ended up rockin more than just the dock last night as thousands of fans arrived at Cowes Yacht Haven. The band kicked off with the sounds of
County Hall remodelling scheme underway
Preparation work to make IW Council’s headquarters in Newport a main focal point for local residents and double the amount of staff that can work there is well underway.
More money up for grabs for local community groups
The Isle of Wight Community Fund (IWCF) is encouraging local groups to apply for funding
Investigation continues into attempted car thefts in Shanklin
An appeal for more information is being made by police investigating a series of criminal damage
APPEAL TO IDENTIFY STOLEN SCOOTER SUSPECT
Police are appealing for more witnesses after a motor scooter was reported stolen in Ryde
FINAL YOUTH SERVICE PROPOSALS PUBLISHED
Council plans to modernise its youth services and ensure they become available to more
THE AIR TRAINING CORPS CYCLE CHALLENGE
The Air Training Corps are staging a small endurance event this Sunday 19th June 2011
HOVERTRAVEL ANNOUNCES HOVERFEST 2011 LINE-UP
Hovertravel has announced details of its 2011 HoverFest. The biggest pre and post festival parties
Hovertravel reveals islander focus for the festival
Hovertravel, the fastest Isle of Wight passenger service across the Solent, has unveiled some of the developments it will be putting in place for the forthcoming Isle of Wight
APPEAL AFTER HOUSE BURGLARY IN BRADING
Police are appealing for information after arrests were made during enquiries into a burglary
CRIMINAL DAMAGE TO VANS PARKED IN SHANKLIN
Police are investigating recent reports of criminal damage to vans parked in Shanklin
FRESH APPEAL TO TRACE VICTIMS OF VEHICLE CRIMES
Police are renewing an appeal for information after a series of crimes against cars and vehicle
POLICE INSPECTOR TAKES ON NEW CHALLENGE
A police officer is expressing his thanks to the community for helping to reduce crime
A BRAND NEW DEAL FOR THE ISLE OF WIGHT
Giving to local charities, community groups and supporting local projects is inspiring
THE THREE MOST IMPORTANT ISSUES FOR POLICE
Residents have decided the three most important issues for the police and community safety
SAFEGUARDING BOARD SEEKS NEW MEMBER
The Isle of Wight Safeguarding Children Board is looking for a local resident to join
LOCAL SUPPORT NEEDED FOR RYDE REGATTA
Ryde Regatta organisers are calling on Ryde’s businesses and organisations to help…
ISLAND MP DEFENDS LOCAL PUBS ACROSS THE COUNTRY
The Island’s MP, Andrew Turner has spoken out in defence of local pubs.
APPEAL RENEWED AFTER SUSPICIOUS FIRE IN HOTEL
Appeal for witnesses is being renewed by detectives after suspected arson in Shanklin
CONSULTATION UNDERWAY ON 27 YEAR PLAN
Isle of Wight Council has launched a 12 week consultation on a draft transport strategy
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