Calling all former Isle of Wight asthma and allergy study participants: You’re needed for key research update
We asked the News Agents: East Wight: Tactical voting sites or EW Primary findings? Here’s how it went
Island Line’s Ryde Pier service cancelled for eight months as work continues to repair and preserve structure
Letter: Southern Vectis festival buses bypassed for cheaper regular service by festival-goers: With unfortunate consequences
7, August 2011·1 min readDramatic Collision Between Yacht and Tanker (photo gallery + video)Collision between yacht and tanker during Cowes Week captured by VB reader> Our thoughts are with all those involved.
5, October 2016·1 min readCar plunge leads to 2.30am Coastguard helicopter searchThe mystery of the helicopter circling Ventnor at 2.30am is solved. Police confirm details to OnTheWight.
11, April 2014·1 min readDiving incidents drop to lowest level in over 20 yearsWith the Easter holidays approaching, divers are once again being reminded of essential safety advice.
25, May 2014·1 min readSearch continues for missing Brighstone resident, Patricia Tolfree (updated)Police are appealing for help to trace a woman missing from her home in Brighstone on the Isle of Wight. Our thoughts are with Patricia's family.
13, July 2013·1 min readBody of man found beneath Culver CliffMore information will be released once the man has been identified. Our sincerest thoughts are with his family and friends.
3, January 2012·1 min readRower Rescued In Gale Force WindsThe Coastguard, harbour master and Police were all involved in a rescue out on the Solent today after rower spotted in trouble.
12, January 2015·1 min readWeather affecting salvage operation of Hoegh OsakaThe Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) issue another update on the salvage operation of the Hoegh Osaka.
19, April 2015·1 min readBody found in Newtown CreekOur thoughts are with family and friends of the man whose body was found in Newtown Creek this morning.
11, July 2013·1 min readFisherman rescued after boat sinks off the Isle of WightAfter his boat started taking in water this morning, wearing a lifejacket aided the survival of sailor said the Solent Coastguard. Good work by all the agencies involved.
12, July 2011·2 min readCoastguards Rescue Three Lads Cut Off By Tide On Cliff FaceCoastguard had to rescue three lads at the weekend after their walk around the coast was halted due to the incoming tide
6, March 2012·1 min readHM Coastguard Ventnor Launches New WebsiteThe Ventnor Coastguard team have a new website with loads of interesting information on it. Why not check it out.
1, April 2014·1 min readWoman and dog cut off from rising tide in dense fogThis sounds like it must've been an awful experience for the woman concerned, as well as for her family and the those seeking to rescue her.