Wing Walking for Mountbatten Isle of Wight
Press ReleaseBrave fundraisers have touched the sky, by taking part in the Island’s first ever wing walk and by skydiving, to…
Read MoreTickets selling well for Literary Festival but still plenty to be had
There is less than a month to go until this year’s IW Literary Festival and tickets are going fast. Big…
Read MoreA Shanklin town meeting at Shanklin Theatre
Shanklin Town Council is hosting a town meeting for residents at Shanklin Theatre on Tuesday, September 17, to introduce the…
Read MoreCCTV inspection reveals Binstead culvert clear and running properly
For years, the culvert on Cemetery Road in Binstead has been the centre of attention when it comes to flooding…
Read MoreThe Island’s NHS is struggling under peak levels
Islanders are again being urged to support local health services as the number of patients needing urgent and emergency care…
Read MoreShanklin in Bloom prizes are handed out
The Shanklin in Bloom winners received their prizes from town mayor, Sara Sheath, at a presentation at Shanklin British Legion…
Read MoreNational Trust mourns loss of ‘much-loved’ staff member
The National Trust, Isle of Wight, has paid tribute to its countryside manager, Robin Lang, who recently passed away. A…
Read MoreNHS pharmacies face crisis across the country
Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy ReporterAn Island NHS pharmacy owner has had to rely on life savings to keep his business afloat amid a national…
Read MorePlanning permission being sought for electric vehicle charging zone
The UK’s largest forecourt provider is seeking planning permission to install an electric vehicle charging zone next to Morrisons in…
Read MoreUPDATED: More questions about the ‘ham-fisted’ approach to buy Red Funnel
An email from independent fund managers, sent to some of the Island’s elected representatives has laid bare the financial crisis…
Read MoreA community pharmacy in Ryde is now open on weekday evenings
Gibbs and Gurnell Pharmacy in Ryde is now providing community pharmacy services during weekday evenings until 8.30pm. The pharmacy will…
Read MoreHelp to make Leeson Road diversion work
A number of parking restrictions are now in operation to assist traffic flow along the diversion route in place for…
Read MoreIsland leaders gather to pay tribute to emergency services for 999 Day
The Isle of Wight has paid tribute to emergency services on the Island and across the UK at a flag…
Read MoreSeptember is The Great Nurdle Hunt
This month, local community group, Planet Aware, are calling for Islanders to get involved in a global plastic pollution survey:…
Read MoreLarge donation received for Beaulieu House
Following the club fund raising open day at Arreton Barns on July 7, The Vectis Historic Vehicle Club Ltd were…
Read MoreAwards recognise Girlguiding volunteers
Three long time volunteers have been recognised for service to Girlguiding/Trefoil Guild. Lynda Allen from Bembridge was presented with a…
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