Rural traditions kept alive by Brighstone Primary School as dancers charm crowd at 62nd Shorwell Midsummer Fair
New form of local democracy proposed by resident discontented with the way the parish council has been run
Island Line’s Ryde Pier service cancelled for eight months as work continues to repair and preserve structure
Island Line’s Ryde Pier service cancelled for eight months as work continues to repair and preserve structure
Letter: Southern Vectis festival buses bypassed for cheaper regular service by festival-goers: With unfortunate consequences
15, November 2023·1 min readIsle of Wight councillors seek unique Act of Parliament in historic council motionIsle of Wight LibDems call for legal measures to grant Isle of Wight self-governance
14, November 2023·3 min readIsle of Wight flood victims, residential and businesses, eligible for newly announced Government Support GrantsNew grants support flood-stricken Isle of Wight homes and businesses starting tomorrow
10, November 2023·2 min read£300 autumn Cost of Living Payment rolls out to 840,000 Tax Credit familiesFamilies start receiving vital £300 Cost of Living Payments from today
9, November 2023·1 min readIsle of Wight council’s savings at risk to cover soaring costs this yearA £10m overspend in Adult social care services, home-to-school transport, growing numbers of children in care and the leisure centres means the council tapping into savings this year
1, November 2023·1 min readPost-Babet recovery: Government unveils relief measures for affected businessesIn response to Storm Babet, the Government rolls out support for flood-stricken businesses
31, October 2023·1 min readVictory for rail passengers: UK Government abandons ticket office closure proposalsGovernment retracts plans to close ticket offices after TSSA-led campaign garners massive support
26, October 2023·2 min readCould additional flood boards at Simeon Rec have prevented flooding? Environment Agency to investigateEnvironment Agency commits to reviewing flood response at Simeon Rec after recent deluge
19, October 2023·2 min readFrom disrepair to renewal: The remarkable transformation of East Cowes landmarkEast Cowes sees historical Victoria Barracks rejuvenated as part of a £5.8 million project
18, October 2023·1 min readCouncillors tell Minister ‘With a level financial playing field, we can thrive’The meeting came about through an invitation to the Minister from former council leader, Lora Peacey Wilcox
17, October 2023·2 min readHMRC issues warning on surge in Self Assessment tax scamsHMRC warns Self Assessment customers of scam tactics ahead of the January deadline
15, October 2023·1 min readLetter: Conservatives’ controversy-promoting agenda: What lies beneath?This reader explores pressing questions surrounding the UK government's actions and intentions
12, October 2023·2 min readNew Islands Forum ‘task and finish’ group to look at island transport connections (updated)The Levelling Up Secretary said, "It’s now time to make real progress on improving connectivity"