New viability study proposed to address Isle of Wight’s transport challenges and economic impact (updated)
3, May 2023·1 min readJoin Independent Lifeboat Lotto to support local crews and for a chance to win up to £5,000Join the Lifeboat Lotto for your chance to win up to £5,000. It costs less than £10pm and you’ll be helping independent lifeboat stations
3, May 2023·1 min readMay Day Mile: Cowes Lifeboat crew dashes through town in full gear to support RNLICowes RNLI lifeboat crew raced through town, raising awareness and £200 for their life-saving charity
2, May 2023·3 min readYoung sisters save mother from burning home: Isle of Wight District Commander’s Awards salutes local braveryIsle of Wight heroes honoured for extraordinary bravery, dedication and selflessness at Newport awards ceremony
2, May 2023·1 min readTrailblazing Libby Finch becomes Cowes RNLI’s first female helm, making waves in maritime rescueOlivia 'Libby' Finch makes history as Cowes RNLI Lifeboat Station's first female helm, inspiring change
1, May 2023·2 min readPCC Donna Jones to address local policing concerns at upcoming Ryde meetingPCC Donna Jones to meet Ryde residents, discussing policing priorities, resource allocation and possible reopening of the police station
1, May 2023·3 min readPandemic effects on crime rates: Isle of Wight remains among safest UK countiesIsle of Wight maintains low crime rates, despite increase since the Pandemic, with notable progress in reduction of youth reoffending
29, April 2023·1 min readDramatic altercation in Sandown: Imitation firearm and knife seized following public disorderSandown sees violent clash; two arrested for weapon possession; police seek witnesses and further information
26, April 2023·1 min readCCTV leads to arrest: Police continue enquiries into bus ride sexual assault caseSandown man, 47, arrested on suspicion of sexual assault after CCTV appeal; police seek public's help
26, April 2023·1 min readLucky Lifeboat Lotto player scoops £3,200 jackpot: Could you be next?Lifeboat Lotto jackpot of £3,200 claimed; discover how to participate and support Isle of Wight lifeboats
25, April 2023·1 min readNumber 3 bus assault: Police hunt for two men in connection with disturbing crime (updated)Police issued an urgent appeal for witnesses following sexual assault on Ventnor-Shanklin bus. The two men have now been identified following the appeal being widely shared
25, April 2023·1 min readIsle of Wight man faces charges for assault, weapon threats and criminal damageShanklin man charged with assault, weapon threats and criminal damage after Sandown hotel and Newport incidents
24, April 2023·1 min readUrgent police appeal: Help identify duo linked to Newport robbery attemptNewport police seek public assistance in identifying suspects linked to violent St James Street robbery attempt