New viability study proposed to address Isle of Wight’s transport challenges and economic impact (updated)
1, February 2025·3 min readMonkton Arts Prize 2025: Celebrating exceptional talent in children’s and open arts categoriesThe fourth Monkton Arts Prize awards ceremony celebrated exceptional artistic talent. See the artwork in person before 21st Feb
1, February 2025·2 min readLetter: Urgent need for collaboration as school closure proposals fuel community outrageWroxall Primary stakeholder highlights concerns over school closures and their impact on education
1, February 2025·2 min readMark Southwell awarded inaugural High Sheriff’s Maritime Volunteers Award for exceptional serviceCowes RNLI’s Mark Southwell receives recognition for his commitment to maritime volunteering
31, January 2025·3 min readUnder the Bed Sale: Discover unique Isle of Wight art at accessible pricesThe sale offers a chance for anyone on the Isle of Wight to own a unique piece of Isle of Wight art, with prices starting from £5 to £350
31, January 2025·3 min readRenewed questioning of Councillor Jonathan Bacon at council meeting on school closuresCouncillor Jonathan Bacon faced intense questioning regarding proposed school closures from concerned parents
31, January 2025·3 min readResidents at The Ravens frustrated by lack of alternative waste collection after building collapseThe Isle of Wight council faces pressure to implement alternative waste solutions for The Ravens
31, January 2025·1 min readFake Southern Vectis promotion claims unlimited travel for £2; passengers warnedA social media post claiming unlimited Isle of Wight bus travel for £2 has been exposed as a scam
31, January 2025·3 min readIsland Roads foreman completes 16 marathons in January to raise funds for suicide prevention charityIsland Roads foreman Jack Faulds finishes an incredible fundraising effort today for suicide prevention
31, January 2025·3 min readRegistration now open for Walk the Wight 2025, celebrating 35 years of impactWalk the Wight 2025 registration is open, marking 35 years of community support
31, January 2025·1 min readPapillon to take part in 74-fleet voyage marking 85th anniversary of Operation Dynamo (updated)Papillon, which has an Isle of Wight connection, will join the Dunkirk Little Ships in May 2025 for a voyage marking 85th anniversary of Operation Dynamo
31, January 2025·2 min readLetter: Urgent call for attention on primary school closures and children’s emotional well-beingWroxall parent warns of severe impacts on children from the threatened school closures
31, January 2025·1 min readEight new electric vehicle charging bays proposed for Ryde town centreEight new EV charging bays could soon be installed in Ryde's town centre