New viability study proposed to address Isle of Wight’s transport challenges and economic impact (updated)
18, August 2022·2 min readRumours about Aldi taking over Neutrik building leads to Lidl objection and application withdrawnNeutrik say they are focused on the consultation with staff and won't make any further comment on why the planning application was withdrawn
16, October 2019·3 min readCouncillor resigns from planning committee following decision on huge retail and leisure complex (updated)Following the vote, Cllr Jones-Evans resigned from the planning committee
15, April 2024·2 min readIsle of Wight’s Dragonfly marks 45th anniversary with a nod to community rootsDragonfly reflects on 45 years of community spirit and business evolution
30, July 2018·1 min readVentnor’s Crave is ‘cream of the crop’ in UK, say Trip AdvisorCrave Ice Cream in Ventnor has a strong and loyal customer base, so it's no surprise to see Trip Advisor declare it the best place in the UK to get ice cream this summer.
17, March 2021·3 min readIsle of Wight causes to benefit from share of £6,300 raised at Co-operative Food storesThe fantastic amount raised by staff and customers will be shared among seven very worth Isle of Wight causes. See the details within
2, May 2024·1 min readRyde’s Velvet Pig vintage shop honoured in The Telegraph’s Top 50 UK BoutiquesRyde's Velvet Pig boutique triumphs with a nod from The Telegraph's list
20, August 2024·1 min readNew app from Royal Mail helps customers verify stamp authenticity and avoid finesRoyal Mail suspends £5 fines and launches new function on their app to combat counterfeit stamps
8, October 2021·2 min read‘We believe in Newport’: Community Council purchase High Street propertyThe purchase was achieved without impacting the precept payers of Newport and Carisbrooke
28, May 2024·1 min readRyde shoppers (especially men) invited to share their stories for new heritage projectCome along and share your stories, be photographed in your favourite Packs outfit or show us your memorabilia from Packs or Woods & Wilkins
24, January 2023·1 min readH&M to close their only Isle of Wight branch – Prioritising digital growth insteadThe company say they aim to continue investing in customers and developing digital channels
9, October 2023·1 min readFrom photos to poultry: Newport’s empty shopfront set for transformationUnoccupied Newport centre building on St James's Street may morph into a chicken shop, enhancing local dining options
9, January 2024·1 min readIsle of Wight Sainsbury’s wins appeal for 24-hour deliveries despite local concernsSainsbury's secures approval for all-hours deliveries, promising measures to reduce impact