New regional authority approved with £1.3bn investment fund
Isle of Wight ObserverThe new Hampshire and Solent Combined County Authority (HSCCA) has been established following parliamentary approval, creating a powerful new regional…
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Read MoreFox cub rescued from drain after five-day ordeal underground
A fox cub, nicknamed Penny, was dramatically pulled from a drain after a six-hour rescue on Sunday. It is estimated…
Read MoreVintage tractor rideout raises funds for prostate cancer support group
Around 35 tractors took part in the Vectis Vintage Tractor and Engine Club charity rideout on Sunday. The tractors met…
Read MoreJoedan Windows plans major Newport expansion with 150 jobs target
A major planning application has been submitted for the redevelopment of the former Snows site on Forest Road, Newport, paving…
Read MoreIsland mental health crisis services rated Requires Improvement by CQC
Mental health crisis services on the Isle of Wight have been rated ‘Requires Improvement’ following the first Care Quality Commission…
Read MoreFreshwater pupils help create new wildflower meadow at Stroud Field
The children of Freshwater & Yarmouth Primary School rolled up their sleeves and helped sow seeds for a brand-new wildflower…
Read MoreSTAR LETTER: New councillors, same old council
Dear Editor, I agree with your article in last week’s paper (Can our councillors behave like adults?). Many of us…
Read MoreVECTIS VIEW: Cllr Jonathan Bacon – Leader of the Isle of Wight Council
I am honoured to be elected as the new Leader of the Isle of Wight Council. I accepted the nomination…
Read MoreHOLMSEY: The cold truth behind your £4 cone
Phew, what a scorcher. When the sun is beating down, who doesn’t crave an ice cream? Last weekend was the…
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