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Sustrans big pedal launch by Livia Lazar for Sustrans

20, March 2017·3 min read

91% of children not getting enough exercise, new figures show

A recent YouGov poll, carried out on behalf of Sustrans, found that less than one in 10 (9%) of children and young people get the recommended 60 minutes of physical activity a day. The Big Pedal 2017 has been launched to get more young people cycling and scooting to school.

20, March 2017·1 min read

New project aims to protect vulnerable birds on the Solent

Migrating birds that are disturbed when feeding can mean they don't enough energy to survive the winter and fly back to breed at their summer habitats.

20, March 2017·2 min read

Isle of Wight Green party have candidates in 24 wards for local election

In the last local elections (2013) there was only one Green candidate put forward. This year there will be candidates in 24 wards.

20, March 2017·2 min read

CLA sets out red lines for food and farming in UK/EU trade deal

The CLA has set out the red lines which must not be crossed to secure the best possible trade deal for UK food and farming ahead of Article 50 being triggered on 29th March.

20, March 2017·1 min read

Isle of Wight beach named in top eight best in the world

We all know how brilliant the two mile stretch of beach at Compton is with its sandy beach and outstanding sunsets. Now the most read online news site in the world has included it in their top eight best beaches from around the world.

19, March 2017·1 min read

Two appear in court on suspicion of conspiracy to murder

Two people have appeared in court and a third suspect is still being hunted following the brutal attack of a 51 year old man from Ryde in November 2016.

starlight boutique pupils on stage with certificates

17, March 2017·1 min read

Isle of Wight dance and performing arts students wow the judges in Disneyland

Young Islanders - aged eight and 15 - wowed the judges at 2017 IFDPA (International Federation of Dance and Performing Arts) competition in Disneyland and came away with some great results. Well done!

17, March 2017·2 min read

Angel Radio reaches ten years of full time FM broadcasting

On 24th March the wonderful Angel Radio will have been broadcasting on FM radio for ten years! Congratulations to all those involved who make sure this wonderful station lives on.

17, March 2017·1 min read

Step through these atmospheric images of Blackgang in fog

These photographs shared with us by Tobias Penner of Blackgang and surrounds shrouded in fog earlier this week are outstanding. See his gallery here.

17, March 2017·3 min read

Healthwatch survey finds quality of ‘care at home’ services inconsistent

Although the majority of people rated their care highly, with many positive comments about the attitude of care staff, there were inconsistencies with the care. OnTheWight has details of the recommendations from Healthwatch Isle of Wight.

17, March 2017·1 min read

Isle Walk 2017: Isle of Wight Walking Festival

The popular Isle of Wight Walking Festival returns to the Island in 2017 as IsleWalk17 - rescued by Visit Isle of Wight with the help of the ferry companies, there will be walks of all sorts to enjoy over two weeks.

17, March 2017·5 min read

Letter: Are we really going to be ‘stronger out’ Mr Turner?

Despite Isle of Wight MP, Andrew Turner's claim, Vix Lowthion (Isle of Wight Green Parety Leader) says it's not at all clear that we will be ‘stronger out’ of the EU.

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