Isle of Wight council offers food and utility vouchers to low-income families as cost of living crisis continues
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21, July 2014·1 min readNewport fire engine gets stuck in door in keenness to get going (updated)It's not clear how the accident happened, but as far as we know, no-one was injured and the crew were able to attend the call-out.
19, July 2014·1 min readIsle of Wight ferry deck collapse: HD Photos and VideoShane Thornton was on-hand at Fishbourne to shoot these photos and video as the emergency services were at work last night.
15, July 2014·1 min readFirefighters continue strike actionMembers of the Fire Brigades Union have staged the first of 15 periods of industrial action due to take place over the next week.
27, June 2014·1 min readYoung people to run car wash for charity on SaturdayWell done to all those taking part in tomorrow's charity car wash at Newport Fire Station.
11, June 2014·1 min readTwo dates for strikes by FBU members announcedMore national strike action has been announced by members of the Fire Brigades Union (FBU) after failing to reach an agreement with the government over pension reforms.
3, June 2014·1 min readWoman falls from ladder at Ryde School boarding campusAir ambulance called due to concerns over spinal damage.
22, May 2014·1 min readPolice appeal after fire in VentnorPolice are investigating the fire that took place in Ventnor last night.
22, May 2014·1 min readSuspected lightning strike causes fire in house roofDetails are sketchy still as the fire service have only just arrived.
22, May 2014·1 min readFire crews rescue residents and fight another fire in VentnorAll the occupants (and a dog) were rescued by fire crews last night as the fire took hold of a property on the High Street.
19, May 2014·1 min readCare home owners offered fire safety adviceThe Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service is hosting a fire safety seminar for care home owners and managers.
15, May 2014·1 min readFire crews attend fire in VentnorIt's understood there were no injuries from the fire in a flat in Ventnor last night.
14, May 2014·1 min readIf you’re hard of hearing make sure you have correct smoke alarmThe Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service is supporting national Deaf Awareness Week which takes place between 19 - 25 May.