The latest rise comes as St Mary's Hospital gears up for a increase of positive cases over the coming days and weeks
Friday, 3rd April, 2020 4:04pm
By Sally Perry with 2 readers' comments
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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.
Isle of Wight Met Service offer new daily pollen forecast
As well as the new daily pollen forecast, the IW Met Service also provide a helpful month-by-month pollen guide
Friday, 3rd April, 2020 10:03am
By Sally Perry with 3 readers' comments
Third patient tested positive for Coronavirus has died
Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the third patient testing positive to Coronavirus to pass away
Friday, 3rd April, 2020 8:47am
By Sally Perry with one comment
Clap for our Carers and all other key workers
Get out on your doorsteps, open your windows or stand on your balconies to join in round of applause for NHS staff and key workers helping to keep the country going in light of Covid-19
Thursday, 2nd April, 2020 5:49pm
By Sally Perry with 5 readers' comments
Number of officially confirmed Isle of Wight Coronavirus cases now 17
St Mary’s is gearing up to dramatically increase the number of beds available
Thursday, 2nd April, 2020 4:43pm
By Sally Perry with 6 readers' comments
Proposals to freeze credit card and loan payments for up to three months on the table
If confirmed, these measures will provide a short-term, temporary stop-gap, for a period of up to three months
Thursday, 2nd April, 2020 1:42pm
By Sally Perry with 3 readers' comments
Bob Seely on his return from London and responsible self-isolation
News OnTheWight has been in touch with Bob Seely about his return from London, self-isolation and if he’s been tested, after readers sent us questions
Thursday, 2nd April, 2020 10:17am
By Sally Perry with 5 readers' comments
Isle of Wight GP patients to see change in how, and where, treated during Coronavirus outbreak
The new measures are being introduced to ensure those in greatest need to receive the best, safest care as quickly as possible
Thursday, 2nd April, 2020 9:56am
By Sally Perry with one comment
More info in coming days say NHS Trust, as they prepare for up to 200 additional beds for Coronavirus patients
St Mary's hospital prepare for a rise in the number of patients with Coronavirus (Covid-19)
Wednesday, 1st April, 2020 8:33pm
By Sally Perry with 7 readers' comments
Hovertravel to continue vital cross-Solent services
The Head of Hovertravel says that all ferry companies are demonstrating they're united in their mission to ensure the Isle of Wight remains connected
Wednesday, 1st April, 2020 3:31pm
By Sally Perry with 2 readers' comments
