Multiple arrests made as Island police tackle stalking, driving under the influence and other traffic offences
Multiple arrests made as Island police tackle stalking, driving under the influence and other traffic offences
Newport collision involving stolen vehicle leads to arrest: Police appeal for dashcam footage (updated)
Ventnor Town Council introduces free Saturday parking to boost local trade following landslide road closure
17, April 2024·3 min readNorris Castle Estate redevelopment halted by Isle of Wight council’s refusalCouncil rejects Norris Castle hotel plans, developer considers appeal amid building decay
6, March 2024·1 min readControversial Shalfleet housing development approved despite strong oppositionDivided council passes major Shalfleet housing development with conditions for renting affordability
29, February 2024·3 min readOpposition’s amendment forces Isle of Wight council to adopt new budget plans (updated)Isle of Wight council must implement opposition-led schemes after amendment passes
13, February 2024·8 min read‘Save the Military Road’ sees overwhelming turnout in Brook village hallStanding room only at Brook's 'Save the Military Road' public meeting. Read News OnTheWight's report from the meeting
18, January 2024·2 min readIsle of Wight Council pledges support for ‘Debate Not Hate’ to curb abuseIsle of Wight councillors and staff confront challenges of disrespectful conduct
27, October 2023·2 min readUndercliff Drive: Funding challenges and public opinion – The reinstatement debate returnsIsle of Wight council faces calls for decisive action over Undercliff Drive
18, October 2023·2 min readMilitary Road: Environmental impact vs. necessity debate continuesMore detail as to why Councillors Price and Critchison voted in favour of the scheme, which didn't receive enough votes for approval
6, September 2023·1 min readIsle of Wight’s largest Solar Farm approved: Capable of powering 9,300 homesIsle of Wight greenlights pivotal Barnfield Solar Farm amidst local concerns, promoting renewables
5, May 2023·2 min readConservative group of councillors loses member after planning committee voting record disagreementIsle of Wight councillor resigns from Conservative Group amid voting record scrutiny dispute
4, May 2023·2 min readIsle of Wight planning committee voting records under scrutiny amid accusations of populismIsle of Wight Planning Committee faces scrutiny over alleged populist voting, sparking debate on transparency
26, April 2023·2 min readBalancing housing needs and curlew conservation: More detail on West Acre Park approvalMitigation had been proposed including turning a neighbouring field into a wetland habitat, protecting the site from human intervention and education boards explaining the site
6, March 2023·1 min readJoin the conversation: NCCC asks for public input on the future of Victoria Recreation GroundNewport and Carisbrooke Community Council are inviting the public to suggest sporting ideas for Victoria Recreation Ground