Those who rely on the high-speed catamaran service for commuting say Wightlink should provide a charter service or adjust the charges
Sally Perry
Contact: sally@onthewight.com
Sally Perry is co-owner, reporter and editor at Isle of Wight News from OnTheWight.
The publication has built up a large and trusting audience, not only on the Island, but also around the world, helping IW ex-pats stay in touch with Island news.
Sally has been recognised nationally for her in-depth coverage of the three-week occupation of a factory by workers. As Journalism.co.uk commented at the time, “[they} gave the national and local media a run for its money with its comprehensive coverage of the industrial dispute".
She’s also been awarded for her dogged persistence in highlighting the plight of landlocked Ventnor Undercliff residents following a major landslide (over 200 articles in four+ years).
As well as covering local democracy and holding those in power to account for their decisions, OnTheWight is a champion of The Arts, regularly celebrating the creative talents of Islanders.
Belgrave Road Landslip: ‘Public safety our priority,’ says Isle of Wight council
The Isle of Wight council says that public safety remains their priority
Monday, 27th January, 2020 3:53pm
By Sally Perry with 2 readers' comments
Minister commits to helping Isle of Wight business seeking export finance
The Minister said she'd be very happy to look at the case for the Isle of Wight business and make sure they're getting the support they need
Friday, 24th January, 2020 1:12pm
By Sally Perry with 7 readers' comments
Boundary Commission Review, recommending two MPs for the Isle of Wight, could be scrapped
Isle of Wight MP, Bob Seely, says he'll reserve judgement until more detailed plans are published
Friday, 24th January, 2020 11:20am
By Sally Perry with 10 readers' comments
Fortnightly Candles4Assange vigils in Newport ahead of his UK extradition hearing: Begins on Saturday
"If wars can be started by lies, peace can be started by truth," said Julian Assange at the Stop the War Rally in 2011
Thursday, 23rd January, 2020 8:34am
By Sally Perry with 4 readers' comments
Belgrave Road Landslip: No compulsory evacuations so far, say Isle of Wight council
Contrary to what you may have heard there have been no compulsory evacuations. OnTheWight has confirmed this with Isle of Wight council today
Wednesday, 22nd January, 2020 5:58pm
By Sally Perry with 2 readers' comments
Carlauren Group: Isle of Wight investors included in Group Action
At least 16 of the 55 investors in the Carlauren Group who have come forward are from the Isle of Wight, says the law firm organising the Group Action
Wednesday, 22nd January, 2020 4:38pm
By Sally Perry with 3 readers' comments
