Island People Agency hosts professional photoshoot for Isle of Wight acting or modelling talent (updated)
Councillor calls for ferries to be brought ‘under democratic control in line with Government’s strategic vision for trains and buses’ (updated)
15, November 2023·1 min readVentnor Mayor, Steve Cooper, bids for seat on Isle of Wight council (updated)Steve Cooper enters the race to fill the Isle of Wight Council vacancy
15, November 2023·2 min readNewport takeaway faces pushback on 4am opening hours after objections from nearby residentsDespite other businesses in the area having licences until 4am, the takeaway was only granted a licence until 2.30am
15, November 2023·1 min readParkdean Resort reveals plans for major facilities upgrade on the Isle of WightAdventure and leisure collide in proposed enhancements for Isle of Wight resort
14, November 2023·2 min readEnd of an era for Isle of Wight’s tiny Chillerton and Rookley Primary SchoolChillerton and Rookley Primary's closure confirmed by Isle of Wight Council cabinet
14, November 2023·2 min readRobert Bell’s legacy could be cemented with proposed East Cowes archwayEast Cowes may gain new seafront feature celebrating newspaper tycoon Robert Bell's legacy
14, November 2023·1 min readEd Blake announced as first candidate for upcoming Isle of Wight by-electionBy-election set for Ventnor council seat; Ed Blake first to declare candidacy
14, November 2023·2 min readIsle of Wight seafront proposal rejected over impact on neighboursCouncil turns down Bembridge seafront development, citing excessive size and local opposition
13, November 2023·1 min readRedevelopment plans for Pier Street toilets hit a standstillSandown faces redevelopment delay after developer abandons toilet project
9, November 2023·1 min read20% of police-recorded crime on the Isle of Wight is domestic abuse: Action underway to reduce number of repeat offendersSpecialist teams are focusing on coercive control and mental abuse, as well as educating and empowering young people in schools
9, November 2023·1 min readIsle of Wight council’s savings at risk to cover soaring costs this yearA £10m overspend in Adult social care services, home-to-school transport, growing numbers of children in care and the leisure centres means the council tapping into savings this year
8, November 2023·2 min readIsle of Wight council battles for flood relief funds in light of confusion over criteriaFlood relief criteria changes spark Isle of Wight council's urgent calls for clarity from the Government
8, November 2023·1 min readIsle of Wight council sees £700k boost from overnight parking fees in four yearsIsle of Wight council's overnight parking fees bring in significant council revenue 🚗