New viability study proposed to address Isle of Wight’s transport challenges and economic impact (updated)
15, January 2025·2 min readIsle of Wight residents share struggles with GP appointments and long A&E waitsIsle of Wight residents report long waits for GP appointments and A&E services
15, January 2025·2 min readIsle of Wight councillor raises concerns over new 27-house development proposalProposed 27-house development prompts fears from councillor over infrastructure and community impact
15, January 2025·1 min readPrime Minister agrees Isle of Wight ferry services have ‘not been good enough’Isle of Wight ferry issues brought to light during Prime Minister’s Questions
15, January 2025·2 min readForest Road ‘Energy Recovery Facility’ finally signed off, after nine-year sagaCouncil say the Energy Recovery Facility has finally been officially 'successfully commissioned', but it comes nine years after plans were first announced. Here's the background
15, January 2025·2 min readWhat January Full Council meetings mean for devolution and school closures on the Isle of WightIn 19 years of reporting Isle of Wight news, we can't remember a time when there were three Full Council meetings in one month
15, January 2025·5 min read‘We won’t get to choose whether or not we want Devolution, it is going to happen’, says council leaderPhil Jordan responds to community concerns regarding postponement of local elections and devolution
14, January 2025·2 min readConnecting Libraries project aims to deepen community engagement on the Isle of WightWith support from Creative Island and Arts Council England, Isle of Wight libraries embark on a transformative project to enhance community engagement
14, January 2025·1 min readProposal for 27-house development near Freshwater village goes some way towards much-needed housingA proposal for 27 new homes in Freshwater aims to address housing needs
14, January 2025·1 min readPlans submitted for Scandinavian-style homes in GurnardTwo modern homes inspired by Scandinavian design are proposed for Gurnard
14, January 2025·3 min read‘Accidents waiting to happen’: Newport residents speak out on road safety concernsNewport residents voice concerns over dangerous driving and potential accidents near town centre
14, January 2025·4 min readAnnual Shanklin Rotary Sale kicks off with generous donations and community supportThe two-week Annual Shanklin Rotary Sale is underway, offering great bargains while supporting local charities
14, January 2025·3 min readVentnor Film Society announces exciting Spring 2025 film programmeVentnor Film Society's Spring 2025 season showcases award-winning films every other Monday