Councillor Karl Love resigns from Alliance Group, citing concerns over devolution and decision-making (updated)
1, October 2024·1 min readNew text message scam targeting Isle of Wight residents with fake finesBeware of text scams impersonating Parking Services, a concerned OnTheWight reader warns
1, October 2024·1 min readVentnor’s Leeson Road borehole drilling on track despite temporary snag, say councilProgress was interrupted on Sunday when a casing temporarily became stuck deep underground. It's now been retrieved and drilling due to commence again today
1, October 2024·2 min readWightAID supports diverse Isle of Wight causes with new round of grantsWightAID funding supports vital community and environmental projects on the Island
1, October 2024·2 min readProposed Lounges cafe bar in former Cowes church meets community pushback (updated)Residents challenge plans to transform Cowes church into a Lounges cafe bar
1, October 2024·2 min readIsle of Wight MPs both back compensation for 1950s-born women affected by pension changesLocal MPs show support for WASPI campaign and fair pension compensation efforts
1, October 2024·4 min readNew NHS Trust launches to unite healthcare services in Hampshire and Isle of WightThe new NHS Trust will bring together community, mental health and learning disability services
1, October 2024·2 min readEnvironmental groups voice concerns over Solent CO2 pipeline’s impact on wildlifeWildlife Trust expresses ecological concerns for the proposed Solent CO2 pipeline project
1, October 2024·1 min readUK energy price cap rises to £1,717 for typical households from OctoberIsle of Wight councillor highlights energy price cap increase for residents, reminding them to record and report meter readings today
1, October 2024·2 min readThree new Isle of Wight entries among 22 must-visit Island pubs in CAMRA’s Good Beer Guide 2025Discover more about the three Isle of Wight pubs that have just been added to CAMRA's esteemed Good Beer Guide
1, October 2024·3 min readIsle of Wight council acts on derelict Ocean Hotel with emergency powersCouncil secures Ocean Hotel in Sandown to prevent further trespassing and vandalism
1, October 2024·2 min readIsle of Wight shines in Conde Nast Traveller’s Top 10 UK Islands listTravel enthusiasts vote Isle of Wight into Top 10 UK Islands list
1, October 2024·4 min readEllen MacArthur Foundation appoints new CEO after a decade of Andrew Morlet at the helmEllen MacArthur said that Andrew's leadership has been "nothing short of inspiring and his vision and dedication have set us on an incredible path"