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.
If you’re out and about on the roads today (15th August) or tomorrow, whether by car or on the bus, find out where there might be travel delays by looking at our list of roadworks and road closures
We know that loads of students who got their A-level results today have worked really hard for them. Come on Mums and Dads, Aunties and Uncles, Grandparents and friends - let the rest of the Island know of those who deserve praise today.
We suspect that if you're over 20 years old, you've no idea who those two people are. Either way, you should know what they've been up to on the Island.
Ben Matthews, who was onboard the Wight Sun ferry yesterday, gives OnTheWight a full and thorough account of what happened when the ferry lost use of the front propulsion units.
A mainland auction saw over five hectares of Sandown sell at auction last Thursday. With "Strong interest" shown before hand, the auction house tells OnTheWight.
English Heritage have allowed OnTheWight to publish some cracking old (and new) postcards and photos of the Island's piers from their just-launched book.
The St Helen has been out of operation since its deck collapsed on Friday evening, while authorities carried out an investigation. Its return seeks to relieve pressure on holiday traffic.