£35,000 proposal for Floating Bridge generators welcomed, but replacement progress lacks speed argues councillor
Wightlink’s vehicle ferries diverted via Portsmouth International Port for week-long terminal works (updated)
3, November 2024·1 min readTwo escapee raccoons safely returned to Amazon WorldTwo of the four escaped raccoons have been found, Amazon World continues search for the others
1, November 2024·1 min readFour escaped raccoons on the Isle of Wight: Check sheds and bonfire pilesEscaped raccoons alert: call or email sightings, check local sheds and bonfires
31, October 2024·2 min readBeekeeper successfully relocates 50,000 honeybees from wastewater siteLater in November, they will be transferred to their new permanent home at Ventnor Botanic Garden
29, October 2024·4 min readMedina Estuary microplastic levels alarm University of Manchester studyStudy reveals severe microplastic pollution in Isle of Wight's Medina Estuary
18, October 2024·1 min readRare blonde squirrel becomes a living attraction at Ventnor Botanic GardenVentnor Botanic Garden visitors spot rare blonde squirrel among red Isle of Wight colonies
4, October 2024·1 min readWildlife Trust heralds cancellation of Solent CO2 Pipeline to protect local habitatsRelief sweeps through as Wildlife Trust welcomes the cancellation of the Solent pipeline project
18, September 2024·1 min readButterfly Emergency declared: Big Butterfly Count results reveal lowest numbers on recordCitizen-led Big Butterfly Count uncovers startling decrease in UK butterfly numbers
16, September 2024·3 min readFinancial struggles prompt The Falconry Experience’s relocation to new venueThe Falconry Experience, facing financial difficulties, plans a hopeful relocation
12, September 2024·1 min readLive badger found in wheelie bin – Watch the rescueIsle of Wight's Green Man rubbish removal turns into wildlife rescue mission - watch the video
10, September 2024·4 min readRyde Town Council partners with Planet Aware to curb cigarette butt litter on the coastRyde's new initiative uses ballot boxes to combat cigarette litter on beaches
30, August 2024·3 min readIsle of Wight National Landscape warns of CO2 pipeline’s ‘devastating impacts’Isle of Wight's National Landscape Partnership warns against environmental damage from proposed Solent CO2 Pipeline
30, August 2024·3 min readLast chance to contribute to Isle of Wight’s biodiversity conservation planIf you care about the conservation of the Isle of Wight's biodiversity, make sure you take part in the Nature Survey by Sunday