Central Wight

If you’re interested in news from around the centre of the Island, this is the place to find it.

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1 November 20263 min read

Former Isle of Wight Ronson workers recall friendship, independence and teamwork in new oral history archive

30 October 20262 min read

Police appeal after sheep attacked by a dog near Carisbrooke Castle again

27 October 20261 min read

Pianist Arthur Kokerai joins Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra for Britten concerto next week

22 October 20262 min read

Island Roads will close two Island bridges next month for essential maintenance work

19 October 20261 min read

Island Roads will resurface three busy routes overnight in Ryde and Staplers

17 October 20261 min read

Naturezones runs two Thursday holiday clubs for children aged eight to 12

15 October 20262 min read

Newport Guildhall receives almost £750,000 towards urgent repairs and its long-term future

15 October 20262 min read

These Boots and Day Lewis branches will open until 8.30pm on weekdays

13 October 20262 min read

Councillor and residents raise traffic concerns over SEND expansion at Newport school

12 October 20262 min read

Medina Healthcare’s refurbished Riverway House surgery in Newport opens today, offering patients more appointment choice

12 October 20262 min read

Islanders can walk across hot embers at Robin Hill to help animals in need

11 October 20262 min read

Professor Adam Amara updates VAS on the Euclid telescope at Newchurch Pavilion

Latest comments

Benny C 1 Nov 2026A good story about camaraderies and whilst no reflection on the workforce who were simply doing a job…Why Newport beat every other Ronson factory: the women who ran the lines tell their story
Snowwolf1 31 Oct 2026Would appear the whole of the Island is being overtaken by road works, or' gas and water boards…Major Godshill road works start next week, with shuttle bus in place
Snowwolf1 31 Oct 2026Must agree I wouldn't want to walk down to the coastal view using those steps! A hand rail…Councillor calls for action on Bouldnor Viewpoint after coast path works
Snowwolf1 31 Oct 2026Are our Councillors all able to openly think about others views and ideas or are they set in…Voluntary Improvement Board explained: what it does and doesn’t do
Angela Hewitt 31 Oct 2026Congratulatioins HelenWight Aviation Museum founder receives Lifetime Achievement Award
Angela Hewitt 31 Oct 2026The Government is BROKE. They need to keep the business rates. I wouldn't be surprised if there is…Hampshire and Isle of Wight could miss out on £180 million, says mayoral candidate
prospero 31 Oct 2026I congratulate both our MPs for the work they have done on this I share their frustration and…Joe Robertson MP raises ferry group concerns with Maritime Minister
prospero 30 Oct 2026Ever since the Covid regulations we see an over indulged and under controlled dog population who are beginning…Police appeal after sheep attacked by dog near Carisbrooke Castle