New viability study proposed to address Isle of Wight’s transport challenges and economic impact (updated)
4, February 2025·2 min readCowes Harbour Commission partners with Trinity House to offer sponsored Merchant Navy cadetshipCowes Harbour Commission and Trinity House launch a fully sponsored Merchant Navy cadetship
4, February 2025·1 min readCowes Enterprise College named among England’s most improved schools for disadvantaged studentsCowes Enterprise College is now ranked among England's most improved schools for disadvantaged students
4, February 2025·1 min readNew barn proposal at Isle of Wight alpaca farm submitted despite previous rejectionAn alpaca farm in Northwood has submitted a new barn proposal despite prior rejection
4, February 2025·1 min readRed Funnel strengthens community ties with new partnership with Southampton FC charitySaints Foundation announces Red Funnel as its latest Premium Patron, enhancing community support
4, February 2025·2 min readIsle of Wight cyclist Harrison Hendy joins GB Cycling Team’s National Talent PathwayHarrison Hendy, 15, joins GB Cycling’s National Talent Pathway with Olympic aspirations
4, February 2025·1 min readOfsted launches consultation on new inspection approach and report cards for schoolsEducation leaders warn that the proposed report cards may not capture individual school complexities
4, February 2025·2 min readGrants between £3,000 and £16,000 up for grabs from the Isle of Wight FoundationCharities are invited to apply for grants from the Isle of Wight Foundation
4, February 2025·2 min readSelf Assessment tax return: HMRC urges late filers to act now to avoid increased penaltiesHMRC warns late filers to act quickly to avoid increasing penalties after the Self Assessment deadline
3, February 2025·1 min readIconic Weeping Beech tree to be removed due to safety concernsA digital memorial will be created to honour the historic Weeping Beech tree
3, February 2025·1 min readIsle of Wight property owners face further action after failing to improve ‘eyesore’Owners of a dilapidated Sandown property face further legal action after ignored repairs
3, February 2025·1 min readPlans submitted to convert former public toilet into one-bedroomed dwellingPlans to convert a former public toilet in Wroxall into a one-bedroom home have been submitted
3, February 2025·2 min readLast chance for Islanders to share their views on proposed primary school closuresIslanders have until 5pm Monday to comment on proposed school closures in consultation