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    Ventnor Fringe returns for seventeenth year with 130 shows, new music venue and secret locations

    Robert Carter's painting in the window of Peer Studios

    Robert Carter brings new oil paintings to Ventnor for Isle of Wight Open Studios

    Children on stage performing Les Miserables

    Theatretrain Isle of Wight seeks young performers for Les Miserables

    charlie lovell-jones playing at iwso concert in jan 22

    Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra welcomes back violinist Charlie Lovell-Jones in May concert

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    Promote your Isle of Wight Open Studios event with OnTheWight’s competitive package

  • What’s On
    What's On

    Below you’ll find the latest features highlighting the upcoming events here on the Isle of Wight.

    If you would like to promote an event to OnTheWight readers, find out more.

    education for all written on cardboard being held up at protest

    Isle of Wight families to protest against government SEND legal rights proposals

    Man jumping off a car with audience standing around

    Ventnor Fringe returns for seventeenth year with 130 shows, new music venue and secret locations

    Robert Carter's painting in the window of Peer Studios

    Robert Carter brings new oil paintings to Ventnor for Isle of Wight Open Studios

    Children on stage performing Les Miserables

    Theatretrain Isle of Wight seeks young performers for Les Miserables

    RNLI crew carry a dummy along the seafront

    Cowes RNLI invites public to 999 Emergency Services Day on the Parade this Saturday

  • Community
    Community
    Tiger drinking water at Wildheart Animal Sanctuary

    Wildheart Animal Sanctuary marks 50 years and asks Isle of Wight community to share memories

    lifeboat lotto balls

    Join the Lifeboat Lotto for your chance to win up to £5,000

    Dementia UK cheque presentation

    Dementia UK leaders visit Isle of Wight as Hovertravel backs Admiral Nurse fundraising

    Amy Jolliffe playing guitar in the studio

    Wessex Cancer Support brings community funday back to Ryde in May

    Head of King Arwald by Nigel George

    Last pagan king of Isle of Wight celebrated by Pagans on St Arwald’s Day

  • News
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    voi bike and scooter

    Isle of Wight e-scooter and bike share schemes set to continue until 2028

    education for all written on cardboard being held up at protest

    Isle of Wight families to protest against government SEND legal rights proposals

    close up of keys in front door

    Nearly 30,000 Isle of Wight renters set to benefit as Renters’ Rights Act comes into force

    Man jumping off a car with audience standing around

    Ventnor Fringe returns for seventeenth year with 130 shows, new music venue and secret locations

    road closed sign laying flat on the road

    Parish councillor reveals 37 road closures on single day as Isle of Wight frustration mounts

    Children on stage performing Les Miserables

    Theatretrain Isle of Wight seeks young performers for Les Miserables

    two woman sat at a computer with one looking into the camera by alexey demidov

    Parents urged to extend Child Benefit before it stops automatically in August

    RNLI crew carry a dummy along the seafront

    Cowes RNLI invites public to 999 Emergency Services Day on the Parade this Saturday

    the front of county hall

    Reform UK predicted to win most Isle of Wight Council seats in May elections

    Nick and Sue (Evalyn’s parents) with Evalyn, Becky McGregor, Mountbatten CEO, teacher Paula Blackley

    Shalfleet pupil’s sunflower design to feature on 1,000 Walk the Wight medals

    charlie lovell-jones playing at iwso concert in jan 22

    Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra welcomes back violinist Charlie Lovell-Jones in May concert

    Tiger drinking water at Wildheart Animal Sanctuary

    Wildheart Animal Sanctuary marks 50 years and asks Isle of Wight community to share memories

    polling station sign by a park

    Ultimate candidate guide: Isle of Wight 2026 local election

    Polling station sign outside a church

    Helping you decide who to vote for: May 2026 elections

    artists studio with paintbrushes in pots and painted fabric on the walls

    Promote your Isle of Wight Open Studios event with OnTheWight’s competitive package

    ian dore by closed sign at firestone copse

    Independent review of highways PFI contract sought following Isle of Wight Council elections

  • Travel
    Travel

    Our Travel section is the place to check for fast and accurate travel updates from all the ferry companies, bus, train and hovercraft operator.

    In this section, we’ll also let you know about road closures and diversions.

    Below are articles relating to Isle of Wight travel.

    road closed sign laying flat on the road

    Parish councillor reveals 37 road closures on single day as Isle of Wight frustration mounts

    ian dore by closed sign at firestone copse

    Independent review of highways PFI contract sought following Isle of Wight Council elections

    roadworks on fairlee road

    Councillor calls for full committee review of Isle of Wight roadworks disruption

    Lane closed on start of Fairlee Road

    Visit Isle of Wight CEO warns roadworks crisis is causing measurable damage to Island businesses

    Dementia UK cheque presentation

    Dementia UK leaders visit Isle of Wight as Hovertravel backs Admiral Nurse fundraising

    car loading on to the floating bridge on the first day of service

    Letter: ‘Temu’ Floating Bridge 6 wastes £1 million a year of your council money

    roadworks sign

    Councillor Price reassures residents over access during Fairlee Road roadworks

    Roadworks lights and signs

    Councillor questions Fairlee Road diversion plan as two-week closure looms

    General highway maintenance signage

    Fairlee Road to close for two weeks from 20th April for utility works

    Ryde Pier Head train station canopy

    Asbestos canopy among works proposed for Ryde Pier Head station

    Karl Love with the hovercraft propellor

    Isle of Wight councillor shares story behind hovercraft propeller plan for East Cowes

    Paul Merton standing next to a steam train and coal pile with shovel in hand

    Paul Merton’s upcoming ‘Driving Amazing Trains’ series features the Isle of Wight

    Artist impression of the hovercraft propellor

    Hovercraft propeller from iconic SR-N4 could become East Cowes heritage landmark

    Environmental Services Manager, Jez Mew, with the gritting fleet

    Isle of Wight records mildest gritting winter in 13 years with just 22 runs made

    MMC Rope Access team hanging off Castle Rd Bridge in Wroxall

    Rope-access teams to survey hard-to-reach retaining walls in Ventnor this month

    electric vehicle charging by possessed photography

    Isle of Wight set for major EV charging expansion with over 1,500 new chargepoints planned

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Michael Lane was elected as Police and Crime Commissioner for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight in May 2016. He ran as a Conservative.

He replaced Simon Hayes, who was the first PCC for Hampshire and Isle of Wight.

Below are articles featuring Michael Lane.

Newport Police Station
9, June 2022·2 min read

First formal stage of Police area name change – to include the Isle of Wight – underway (Updated)

The first formal stage for Isle of Wight to be included in the name of the Police area force has taken place
man holding hand out in front with word stop written on it
18, October 2021·1 min read

Complaint about Police and Crime Commissioner heard behind closed doors

It is unknown whether the complaint refers to current commissioner Donna Jones, or her predecessor, Michael Lane
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3, February 2021·2 min read

Pupils will learn how to spot fake news on Safer Internet Day

The free sessions designed to help children and young people learn how to spot fake news online
Operation Sale, the policing of the English Defence League ( EDL ) protest and the United against Facism ( UDL ) counter multi-faith, multi-racial and multicultural event. |The protest took place in Dudley town centre.
29, January 2021·2 min read

Portion of council tax that goes to Police to rise by £15 per year for Band D properties

Isle of Wight residents will see a £10-£15 rise per annum on the Police portion (precept) of their council tax bills from April
Richard Gully
10, December 2020·4 min read

Police and Crime Commissioner recognises vital contribution volunteers make to policing

The awards recognise volunteers that have made an outstanding contribution, and gone above and beyond in terms of hours they have volunteered and dedication and commitment they have shown
female shop keeper smiling to the camera for the keep christmas kind appeal
30, November 2020·2 min read

Keeping Christmas Kind: Shop workers and families speak out about abuse in moving Christmas campaign

The short film features real people who have put themselves at risk working in essential shops, keeping families fed and providing vital human interaction for so many people who have been alone this year
PCC Michael Lane talking to a women with her back to the camera
25, November 2020·2 min read

Police and Crime Commissioner raises residents’ concerns with Chief Constable

Police and Crime Commissioner says it's his role to hold the Chief Constable to account on behalf of local residents, so if you have concerns get in touch with him
angry bird doll by computer keyboard
15, October 2020·2 min read

Hate Crime is top issue for young people in PCC’s ‘Big Conversation’

In the latest quarter’s results of the Big Conversation, Hate Crime was selected most often as the top concern for young people in the policing area
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13, October 2020·2 min read

Time to nominate Isle of Wight Community Volunteer of the Year and Safer Superhero

The Commissioner’s Safer Awards recognise the outstanding contribution volunteers and partners make to policing, the criminal justice system and in keeping the community safer
Group of young people having a discussion
7, October 2020·3 min read

Calling young Islanders: You can help make a difference on Police Youth Commission

The Youth Commission acts as the voice of young people, informing and supporting Police and Crime Commissioner in his work and helping him to challenge the Chief Constable on areas that are of importance to young people
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6, October 2020·1 min read

£50,000 per project available from Police and Crime Commissioner to help keep communities safer

Don't miss the chance to bid for funding to help keep your community safe. Funding of up to £50,000 per project available. Details within
PCC michael lane - outside newport ps
9, July 2020·1 min read

Grants for Isle of Wight groups and organisations keeping communities safe during Covid-19

Voluntary groups, informal community groups established in direct response to COVID-19, Parish and Town councils and schools are invited to bid for a small grant from the PCC
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