Isle of Wight council to receive £1.6 million to deal with potholes in latest Government announcement
1, August 2023·2 min readEd Hopper selected as Conservative candidate for Wootton Bridge by-electionSome background on Ed Hopper, who is standing as Conservative candidate in the Wootton Bridge by-election
1, August 2023·1 min readFormer estate agent’s shop to be converted into Police HubAimed at boosting visible policing, the new Police hub is only open to the public via pre-arranged appointments
1, August 2023·1 min readWind gusts up to 60mph predicted: Weather warning for the Isle of WightThe Met Office warns of strong winds and potential disruptions across Isle of Wight tomorrow
31, July 2023·1 min readVentnorians and beyond: Unfazed by weather, festival-goers boost Ventnor Fringe recordDespite inclement weather, Ventnor Fringe Festival celebrated record ticket sales, unifying a broad community
31, July 2023·2 min readRecord-breaking high to dramatic low: The story of Isle of Wight council’s property investmentIsle of Wight council's commercial property portfolio faces significant value loss, raising financial concerns
31, July 2023·4 min readUnseen dangers: The role of nurdles in marine pollution and what some people are doing about itPlanet Aware IW's community unites in a nurdle hunt, combating global marine pollution. Pete Johnstone explains more
31, July 2023·1 min read‘Your Mountbatten Stories’: A look into the lives touched by the HospiceMountbatten Isle of Wight releases film spotlighting hospice services and community impact
31, July 2023·3 min readA cautionary tale about pet insurance after £7,600 claim for injured cat denied: Isle of Wight resident seeks justice (updated)Isle of Wight's Sue Ellis battles an insurance firm after a £7,600 vet bill for her cat's dog attack injuries denied. Show your support if you can via her Go Fund Me appeal
31, July 2023·1 min readSandown’s carnival parade charms thousands: A visual feast (photos)Sandown's Main Carnival Parade concludes a day of revelry, uniting thousands
31, July 2023·3 min readWight Community Energy announces second share offer: Community ownership at heart of Isle of Wight’s low-carbon futureWight Community Energy offers second share opportunity, aiming to tackle fuel poverty and accelerate a low-carbon future
30, July 2023·2 min readEndangered moth species makes a comeback in the UK: Reddish Buff Moth spotted on the Isle of WightDuring National Moth Week, the rare Reddish Buff Moth re-emerges in the UK (on the Island) after four years
28, July 2023·1 min readFrom conviction to by-election: Wootton Bridge prepares for political changeWootton Bridge by-election sees four diverse candidates following Daryll Pitcher's contentious resignation