Conservatives’ attempted boast on IWC Reserves backfires as it turns out they’re higher under Alliance
£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)
29, May 2024·4 min readCountry Watch officers bolster efforts against fish poaching crimesThe Country Watch team aims to curb illegal fishing during spring and summer, with examples of action in Hampshire
14, May 2024·1 min readPolice appeal to track down Puckpool’s electric motorbike culpritsDangerous motorbike antics prompt police search for riders in Puckpool area
14, May 2024·1 min readIsle of Wight cashpoint theft: Police seek man after £250 takenMan sought by police for theft at an Isle of Wight cashpoint, witnesses needed
13, May 2024·1 min readOperation Sceptre launches knife surrender bins across the Isle of WightOperation Sceptre sets up knife bins on the Isle of Wight for weapon surrender
13, May 2024·3 min readRising trend in copper cable thefts poses risks to UK infrastructureCopper theft in southern UK escalates, disrupting essential services, say Police
13, May 2024·1 min read28-month sentence for burglary spree and vandalism for Ryde manThe investigating officer said, "I hope the community can be reassured that he is now in prison"
10, May 2024·1 min readWhatsApp group chats: A new target for fraudsters, says Action FraudStay alert: WhatsApp group chat users targeted by sophisticated fraud schemes
2, May 2024·1 min readMotorists reminded to ‘Pass wide and slow’ around horses on Isle of Wight roadsSafety reminder for drivers: slow down and pass horses wide
23, April 2024·3 min readBravery celebrated as Isle of Wight police and public receive commendationsIsle of Wight award ceremony honours heroes in policing and the community
19, April 2024·2 min readMultiple arrests made as Island police tackle stalking, driving under the influence and other traffic offencesPolice operation leads to arrests and traffic offence crackdown on the Isle of Wight
18, April 2024·2 min readPolice call for public vigilance in reporting wildlife crime following catapult attacks on birdsPolice urge reporting of any attacks on birds to protect our wildlife
15, April 2024·1 min readHeartfelt family tribute for Newport local and dog after tragic collisionFamily honours Paul Hart, who died with his dog in a Newport crash