Riding quadbikes on pavements is illegal: Why do Island Roadsโ contractors keep doing it? (updated)
New viability study proposed to address Isle of Wightโs transport challenges and economic impact (updated)
16, April 2025ยท4 min readLetter: Access to public toilets on the Island โ problems and solutionsAccess to public toilets is essential for health, dignity, and community inclusion says this reader
16, April 2025ยท1 min readSupport the Islandโs independent lifeboats and sign up for Lifeboat LottoIt will cost you less than ยฃ10 per month and you could win up to ยฃ5,000, all while supporting our inshore lifeboat crews
Young people with caring responsibilities experience adventure across the SolentYoung carers from the New Forest enjoyed a fun-filled day on the Isle of Wight
91.5% of Isle of Wight parents secure first choice of primary school for their childrenKey statistics reveal new trends in primary school applications on the Isle of Wight
Volunteer-led lifeboat station achieves high standards of safety and readinessRyde Inshore Rescue has regained operational status, enhancing community lifesaving efforts
Riding quadbikes on pavements is illegal: Why do Island Roadsโ contractors keep doing it? (updated)Residents voice concerns about Island Roadsโ operatives riding quadbikes on pavements
Network Rail seeks approval for safety improvements on historic Isle of Wight footbridgeNetwork Rail has submitted plans to enhance safety and accessibility at Brading footbridge
New seafront cafe approved for Bembridge despite objections from the parish councilBembridge village will see a new seafront cafe built, supported by public backing
Support the Islandโs independent lifeboats and sign up for Lifeboat LottoIt will cost you less than ยฃ10 per month and you could win up to ยฃ5,000, all while supporting our inshore lifeboat crews
Letter: Access to public toilets on the Island โ problems and solutionsAccess to public toilets is essential for health, dignity, and community inclusion says this reader
Isle of Wight Bus and Rail Usersโ Group to host public meeting in JulyEngage with transport leaders at the Isle of Wight public meeting in Newport
Young people with caring responsibilities experience adventure across the SolentYoung carers from the New Forest enjoyed a fun-filled day on the Isle of Wight
91.5% of Isle of Wight parents secure first choice of primary school for their childrenKey statistics reveal new trends in primary school applications on the Isle of Wight
Brevity collaborates with Boojum and Snark to host creative writing eventsBrevity and Boojum&Snark invite writers to engage in myth-making workshops
Letter: Access to public toilets on the Island โ problems and solutionsAccess to public toilets is essential for health, dignity, and community inclusion says this reader
Letter: Why the Spring statement falls short in addressing education funding needsPeter Shreeve highlights the ongoing funding crisis in education
Letter: Ventnorโs rockfall highlights need for better monitoring and public awarenessThis reader raises concerns over recent rockfall incidents in Ventnor, urging action from Isle of Wight council and Island Roads
โAmbitionโ and โMindsetโ sets Isle of Wight and its artists apart says Phil Gibby, Arts Council SW Director (Podcast)
Ollie Boulter interview (pt4): Exceeding government energy efficiency standards, the skills gap in construction and โbrown envelopesโ
Ollie Boulter interview (pt3): Find out about affordable housing, the Airbnb phenomenon and housing targets from Head of IWC planning
Ollie Boulter interview (pt2): Head of IWC planning on pre-applications, the life of IWC planning officers and changes to the NPPF (podcast/listen)
Ollie Boulter: Get an in-depth understanding of the Isle of Wight planning process with the Head of IWC planning (Part 1 of podcast/listen)
Listen: How Zoe Portsmouthโs boxing journey is inspiring Isle of Wightโs girls and young women (podcast)
Olivia Parkes โ Britannia the old lady of the sea โ immortalised in Ventnor tribute (podcast) (updated)
โPlace of Safetyโ: Kathy Williamsโ interactive painting project at Ventnor Fringe: Listen to the podcast to learn more
Green Impact Awards: Isle of Wight businesses shine โ Listen to podcast with Dr Holly Jenkins (updated)
Floating Bridge 7: In depth conversation with Council Leader on plans for new floating bridge and what went wrong with FB6 (podcast)
Support the Islandโs independent lifeboats and sign up for Lifeboat LottoIt will cost you less than ยฃ10 per month and you could win up to ยฃ5,000, all while supporting our inshore lifeboat crews
Volunteer-led lifeboat station achieves high standards of safety and readinessRyde Inshore Rescue has regained operational status, enhancing community lifesaving efforts
Community Spirited Cafeโs Easter fundraiser brings East Cowes togetherA successful charity event at Community Spirited Cafe unites East Cowes residents for a good cause
Iain McKie plans to finish charity bike ride after border setbackAfter a setback, Iain McKie invites others to join his charitable cycling challenge
Help protect wildlife on the Island: Volunteering roles open nowVolunteer with HIWWT to support wildlife conservation and enhance your local environment
Celebrating the life and legacy of Arlo Lambie: a communityโs heartfelt tributeThe story of Arlo Lambie highlights resilience, community support and inspiration