25, September 2024·1 min readJoin the Island Independent Lifeboat Lotto for a chance to win up to £5,000It will cost you less than £10 per month and you could win up to £5,000, all while supporting our inshore lifeboat crews
24, September 2024·2 min readUK government implements ban on zombie-style knives and machetes to curb knife crimeZombie knives and machetes face a nationwide ban in the latest knife crime law
23, September 2024·1 min readRookley drugs raid results in arrests and charges for Isle of Wight residentsA large quantity of suspected Class A and B drugs were seized, along with some cash and drugs paraphernalia
22, September 2024·1 min readPolice seek witnesses after car mounts pavement near Coppins Bridge in AugustSilver Mercedes almost strikes pedestrian back in August; Police appeal for witnesses and footage
18, September 2024·1 min readRyde police station set to reopen to the public next month – Three days a weekRyde police station to reopen its doors to the public three days a week, helping residents feel more connected to their police force
18, September 2024·1 min readGet your lucky numbers ready for the Isle of Wight’s Lifeboat Lotto drawIt will cost you less than £10 per month and you could win up to £5,000, all while supporting our inshore lifeboat crews
16, September 2024·1 min readFire brigade urges regular electric blanket checks before winter useFirefighters are urging residents to carry out safety checks on electric blankets before using them
13, September 2024·1 min readPolice arrest two men for public disturbance and suspected animal harmAppeal for witnesses after two men cause distress in Newport with terrier
13, September 2024·3 min readRyde carer in ‘financial ruin’ amid protracted DBS check waitRyde carer faces financial and mental health challenges during long DBS check wait
13, September 2024·2 min readIsle of Wight council Chairman calls for support in Air Ambulance AppealCouncil Chairman Love champions Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance fundraising campaign
12, September 2024·2 min readPolice trial live facial recognition in three-day pilotHampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary tests facial recognition in three locations this week
12, September 2024·1 min readCouple’s unique 911-hour challenge to raise funds for RNLI lifeboatsIf you spot them on the Island next week, give Belinda and James a wave - and if you can, donate to their unique fundraiser for RNLI