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    The 2023 Grand Regatta Hat Parade on Sandown's Eastern beach

    Sandown makes UK Town of Culture shortlist as 398 bids narrowed to 15

    Fran Heath paintings at Quay Arts cropped

    Final days to see Fran Heath’s Retrospectrum exhibition at Quay Arts

    Fringe audience © Julian Winslow

    Nine Ventnor Fringe shows worth grabbing tickets for this July

    Cyanotype prints of cats

    New Ventnor exhibition traces centuries of our fascination with cats

    SLO County Stumblers performing on stage

    Medina Bookshop to host American old-time music night with the SLO County Stumblers

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    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.

    Fran Heath paintings at Quay Arts cropped

    Final days to see Fran Heath’s Retrospectrum exhibition at Quay Arts

    Fringe audience © Julian Winslow

    Nine Ventnor Fringe shows worth grabbing tickets for this July

    aerial view of Newclose cricket ground

    Monty Panesar to captain Celebrity XI at Newclose in September for charity cricket match

    men working on electronics repairs at the repair cafe

    Have your broken bike or garden furniture mended at Repair Cafe this Saturday

    Cyanotype prints of cats

    New Ventnor exhibition traces centuries of our fascination with cats

  • Sustainability
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    If you want to find out more about sustainability and the issues that affect our environment, you’re in the right place.

    Whether it’s details of changes you can make at home, or at your business or work, we lay out the facts and let you share your opinion.

    Below are articles relating to sustainability and green issues on the Isle of Wight.

    The 2023 Grand Regatta Hat Parade on Sandown's Eastern beach

    Sandown makes UK Town of Culture shortlist as 398 bids narrowed to 15

    Joseph Thurbin on foraging walk

    Biosphere Festival closes with sold-out walks, 275 species counted, and a spot among the UK’s best nature festivals

    men working on electronics repairs at the repair cafe

    Have your broken bike or garden furniture mended at Repair Cafe this Saturday

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    The 2023 Grand Regatta Hat Parade on Sandown's Eastern beach

    Sandown makes UK Town of Culture shortlist as 398 bids narrowed to 15

    Freshwater lifeboat and four crew setting out on the water

    Sign up for the Lifeboat Lotto and support our independent lifeboat crews

    volunteers on isle of wight nature reserve

    Volunteers needed as Wildlife Trust launches summer conservation drive on the Island

    John Caulcutt and Sami Robertson

    Island swimmer to tackle 71-mile Isle of Wight circuit for Parkinson’s charity

    Vernon Square Summer Party 2026

    Live music, raffles and Pimm’s mark Vernon Square’s summer celebration

  • News
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    The 2023 Grand Regatta Hat Parade on Sandown's Eastern beach

    Sandown makes UK Town of Culture shortlist as 398 bids narrowed to 15

    Joseph Thurbin on foraging walk

    Biosphere Festival closes with sold-out walks, 275 species counted, and a spot among the UK’s best nature festivals

    Fran Heath paintings at Quay Arts cropped

    Final days to see Fran Heath’s Retrospectrum exhibition at Quay Arts

    Ventnor Bus Depot

    Ventnor Coach Station could be demolished under new redevelopment plans

    Badger in the woodland

    Rural crime rises across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, with wildlife offences more than doubling

    Ed Blake and Rose Freeman

    Conservative leader accuses Reform Committee Chair of being unable to answer question alone

    The Bay CE School pupils at Breakfast Club

    Free breakfast clubs expand to more Island primary schools this September

    Bouquet of flowers on a dark background with photo of Lucas Strutt on top

    Family pay tribute to Cowes man who died in house fire

    family paddling in the sea at Colwell Bay

    Freshwater Parish Council votes no confidence in Southern Water (updated)

    Fringe audience © Julian Winslow

    Nine Ventnor Fringe shows worth grabbing tickets for this July

    aerial view of Newclose cricket ground

    Monty Panesar to captain Celebrity XI at Newclose in September for charity cricket match

    men working on electronics repairs at the repair cafe

    Have your broken bike or garden furniture mended at Repair Cafe this Saturday

    Cyanotype prints of cats

    New Ventnor exhibition traces centuries of our fascination with cats

    Island Roads contractor on a quad bike spraying glyphosate - Madeira Road, Ventnor

    Isle of Wight Greenpeace petition calls on Council to phase out glyphosate use

    volunteers on isle of wight nature reserve

    Volunteers needed as Wildlife Trust launches summer conservation drive on the Island

    extinction rebellion banner at climate crisis march

    Lib Dem councillor calls on Isle of Wight Council to reconfirm climate emergency (updated)

  • 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.

    map of military maneouvres by RAF Coningsby Spotters Group 2

    Up to eight military aircraft take part in five-day air exercise near the Island

    20mph zone road sign

    Speeding drivers show a lack of respect for their community, says councillor

    Singer Motor cars from three eras in a car park -

    Classic Singer convoy on the Isle of Wight for National Car Weekend

    Ferry Wash with yachts in the solent

    Letter: Why can’t the Isle of Wight build tunnels like Shetland?

    A close-up of the Project Pictogram sticker branding

    Isle of Wight businesses urged to back road safety campaign

    Jack sitting on the beach pointing to some old steel rails

    Wight Wanderer YouTuber searches for clues to Atherfield’s forgotten coastal tramway

    Ferry Wash with yachts in the solent

    Transport leaders meet to discuss Island’s connectivity and resilience

    richard quigley and the minister in meeting with ferry companies

    Minister visits Isle of Wight to hear ferry firms’ emissions scheme concerns

    traffic information sign at side of road

    Fairlee Road one-way system returns for Isle of Wight Festival week

    gurnard parish council meeting

    Gurnard parking problems described as ‘biggest issue’ facing residents

    one-network road closures map

    Checking before you travel could save you time and frustration: Isle of Wight roadworks map

    teenagers on a bus

    Isle of Wight families set to save thousands under Government’s Great British Summer Savings scheme

    Towngate Bridge, Newport

    Weight restrictions lifted on seven Isle of Wight bridges

    Quay wall at the ferry terminal

    Red Funnel submits plans to repair failing quay wall near ferry terminal

    General highway maintenance signage

    Fairlee Road night works to improve two sections of Newport road next month

    Steve Cooper at community meeting

    Ventnor Town Council renews community bus contract and freshens up public conveniences

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The Solent Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) was formed after the Government offered local areas the opportunity to take control of their future economic development.

It was renamed Solent Partners in 2024.

Below are the articles that OnTheWight has written about it.

Venture Quays from the water
28, May 2021·2 min read

Solent’s coastal communities are the catalyst for future economic success, say Solent LEP

Maritime UK Solent is committed to the fast track recovery of the maritime sector through innovation and promotion, pioneering a low carbon return to growth fit for the 21st century says the CEO of Solent LEP
Map of the Solent
12, May 2021·2 min read

Solent Freeport: Concerns about money-laundering and tax-evasion raised in University report

A university report has shown stronger regulation is needed to prevent Freeports being abused for money-laundering and tax-evasion purposes
people sitting at a table by Dylan Gillis
11, May 2021·2 min read

Establish trusted connections through Solent LEP’s Local Business Support Network programme

Over 100 people benefited from the programme last year, so call today to see whether you are eligible to take part
Young woman working on a computer and using pen and pad
23, February 2021·2 min read

New virtual work experience programme for Isle of Wight employers and students

Solent LEP will be offering training and support for employers taking part in the scheme to provide virtual work experience for young people who missed out last year
Brian Johnson Solent LEP
18, January 2021·2 min read

Solent LEP sets out support available for Isle of Wight businesses

Solent LEP have developed a range of specific programmes, funding streams, on-line events and toolkits, in addition to their usual business support services
someone with laptop on zoom call
15, October 2020·3 min read

Peer networking on offer for businesses in the Solent – supporting growth across many sectors

The programme’s expert facilitators will give businesses the flexibility to create a support network which works for each business to help them strengthen it and improve its overall performance
cruise ship in southampton
15, October 2020·3 min read

Boost for maritime industry as Solent LEP shortlisted twice in 2020 Maritime UK Awards

The Solent LEP will hear if it has won in the two categories on 12th November at the awards which are being hosted as a live-streamed event from Plymouth
Brian Johnson Solent LEP
2, October 2020·2 min read

Solent Local Enterprise Partnership elect new Chair to the Board of Directors

The new Chair of the Board of Directors has been acting as LEP Interim Chair since March and leading the response to the economic impact of Covid-19
Paper map showing the solent area
25, September 2020·3 min read

Solent LEP sets out its Economic Recovery Plan for the next two years

Chair of the Solent LEP says the plan represents first steps on the journey to 2050 and vision for the Solent to be the global leader in maritime and climate change adaptation
Anne-Marie Mountifield SLEP
24, September 2020·2 min read

Solent LEP Chief Executive picks up prestigious Award

As a result of achieving the highest scores across all three qualifications, the certificate, diploma and the charter, Anne-Marie was announced at the virtual event as the winning, newly-qualified, Chartered Director
boardroom table and chairs by Drew Beamer
18, September 2020·1 min read

Business leaders sought for Solent LEP Skills Advisory Panel

The Panel is helping to enhance the Solent LEPs understanding and ability to address key local skills challenges, ensuring the Solent has a skilled workforce for future ambitions.
typewriter with paper which has funding round written on it
17, September 2020·2 min read

Solent LEP launch new grant fund to help businesses adapt and diversify in response to impact of Covid-19

No match funding is required for these grants of between £1,000 and £3,000 from the Solent LEP. The deadline is very short, so apply today for a chance of winning funding
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