After cross-training as a journalist 10+ years ago, Simon has been living and breathing news ever since. He would love to see more of the beautiful Island he lives on, but spends far too much time relaying the news of the Isle of Wight to the Islanders.
It's been revealed that John Giddings' Solo asked Isle of Wight council if they could stop paying the £50k that he currently pays for the use of Seaclose Park. They said no, but are considering a significantly reduced figure.
At its peak the burst water main has affected around 3,000 properties in Ryde. Southern Water are working to reroute supplies to bring water in from other areas.
Islanders attempted the Bembridge and St Helens Fort Walk at several points across the weekend. See some of the photos that have been shared with OnTheWight.
Alan Doe from Bembridge RNLI has shared this great, short safety tips video with OnTheWight. The tips given are also listed below. If you know of friends or family who are thinking of doing the walk - pass it on - Safety first.
Following the shock of the closure of the Isle of Wight business, the obvious questions to follow are about the £36k grant the business received to setup on the Island. Here's what we know so far.
In quite a revealing interview this morning, Ofsted's Chief Inspector backed David Hoare in his role - but finally, following the ghetto comments of yesterday, an Ofsted official has acknowledged Isle of Wight education standards are improving. Is Hoare's apology enough to undo the damage?
If you’re out and about on the roads today (20th July 2016) find out where there might be travel delays by looking at our list of Isle of Wight roadworks
If you’re out and about on the roads today (15th July 2016) find out where there might be travel delays by looking at our list of Isle of Wight roadworks