‘Ambition’ and ‘Mindset’ sets Isle of Wight and its artists apart says Phil Gibby, Arts Council SW Director (Podcast)
Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra Review: Mathilde Milwidsky’s stunning performances shine, including a world premiere
Dr H. Hale Harvey III dies aged 93: Remembered for pioneering work and vibrant community at Puckaster
Isle of Wight seeks clarity on its unitary authority status in light of local government reorganisation
‘Ambition’ and ‘Mindset’ sets Isle of Wight and its artists apart says Phil Gibby, Arts Council SW Director (Podcast)
Dr H. Hale Harvey III dies aged 93: Remembered for pioneering work and vibrant community at Puckaster
Is your Isle of Wight councillor planning to stand down for a May by-election or carry on until 2026?
Has Island Roads really reopened Undercliff Drive? Confusion over suggested diversion route (updated)
17, March 2025·1 min readIsle of Wight NHS Trust clarifies parking plans at St Mary’s HospitalIsle of Wight NHS Trust denies plans for a multi-storey car park at St Mary’s
17, March 2025·2 min readControversial plans to close five Isle of Wight primary schools face final voteA crunch cabinet meeting is set to decide the future of several primary schools on the Isle of Wight this week
17, March 2025·1 min readProposed Dutch Braai restaurant and events space in Brading seeks planning approvalTwo disused farm barns may be transformed into a restaurant and event space
14, March 2025·1 min readIsle of Wight council at odds over tax breaks for private schoolsCabinet and scrutiny committee clash over fairness of tax relief for education institutions
14, March 2025·2 min readCouncil removes permission for Freshwater housing scheme after enforcement investigationThe Isle of Wight council invalidates housing permission following a two-week investigation
13, March 2025·1 min readIsle of Wight plans to transform villa property into ‘affordable’ two-bedroom apartmentsPlanning application submitted for four new apartments to meet housing demands on the Island
12, March 2025·2 min readCorporate Scrutiny Committee recommends maintaining tax breaks for private schoolsPlans to change tax breaks for private schools face scrutiny from council committee last night
11, March 2025·1 min readPlans for former care home to be turned into ‘high quality housing’Plans to convert Ventnor’s Bluebell House into residential apartments are now under review
11, March 2025·2 min readCabinet considers ending tax breaks for private schools on the Isle of WightProposal to remove tax breaks for private schools aims for equitable education
7, March 2025·2 min readIsle of Wight trade unionist urges cabinet to withdraw controversial school closure plansConcerns escalate as unions prepare for industrial action in response to planned school closures
7, March 2025·2 min readCouncillors and locals rally against new 5G mast near residential area in SandownSandown residents and councillors unite against a proposed 20-metre 5G mast
7, March 2025·2 min read£600,000 investment earmarked for road safety and infrastructure improvements on Leeson RoadThe Isle of Wight council has approved £600,000 for essential works on landslip-hit Leeson Road