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Newport is the capital of the Isle of Wight. It’s the town with the most nation-wide chains of shops as well as being the centre for business. The County council are head-quartered there.

Police officer at control centre - west midlands police

21, May 2023·1 min read

Police identify man making suggestive comments to 14-year-old and throwing pizza at her (updated)

Police appeal for help after unsettling bus incident

16, May 2023·2 min read

Ofsted praises Newport Primary School for ‘nurturing, kind and inclusive’ ethos

Newport C of E Primary School secures 'Good' Ofsted rating, praised for inclusive environment

16, May 2023·3 min read

Solent’s Earth Museum claims GreenTech South Award for sustainable innovation: Inspiring the next generation

Solent's Earth Museum secures GreenTech South award for innovative, sustainable digital education, shaping future global citizens

12, May 2023·1 min read

Exciting new chapter for Newport FC: Home games to move to Beatrice Avenue (updated)

Newport FC confirms ground-share with East Cowes Vics, set to play at Beatrice Avenue from next season

11, May 2023·1 min read

Isle of Wight Youth Court sets bail for two teenagers in connection with Ryde assault

Two teenage girls face charges following a reported assault incident on Union Street, Ryde

Montage of photos from Independent Arts Exhibition

11, May 2023·2 min read

Engaging with science through art: Children celebrate Island’s scientific past, present and future

Independent Arts hosts a remarkable exhibition of primary pupils exploring the Island's scientific heritage through art

Artist's impression of Langton Mews by Modh Architectural Design

11, May 2023·1 min read

Langton Mews: From commercial hub to residential eden in the heart of Newport

Newport's former Tile Superstores site faces potential transformation into eight diverse flats, named Langton Mews

Ryde's Winning J16 Quad. Joe Bird. Lars Groothius. Isaac Gibson. Harry Watts. Cox. Charlie Watts with OTW flash

9, May 2023·2 min read

A mixed bag of wins and losses: Ryde Rowing Club’s performance at Championship Regattas (updated)

Ryde Rowing Club's mixed fortunes at Hants and Dorset Championship Regattas reveal promising young talent

Women's Masters winners from left to right Julie Clarke, Fran Ladd, Nick Salter (cox), Julia Coulson, Julia Wilks

9, May 2023·1 min read

Newport Women’s Masters crew defies expectations, clinches Masters 40+ title

Southampton dominates Hants and Dorset Regatta, while Newport Women's Masters defy odds, clinching Masters 40+ victory

9, May 2023·1 min read

Join the repair revolution: Book your slot at the Repair Cafe

Isle of Wight Repair Cafe returns to Quay Arts, inviting you to embrace the repair revolution

8, May 2023·1 min read

Indie rock icon Romeo Stodart’s unmissable live show at Strings Bar in Newport this Thursday

Romeo Stodart, The Magic Numbers' frontman, delivers intimate solo gig at Newport's Strings this week. Grab your tickets now

4, May 2023·1 min read

Closer to home: Isle of Wight’s £10m Community Diagnostic Centre promises quicker access to tests and treatments

Isle of Wight unveils plans for £10m Community Diagnostic Centre, enhancing healthcare access with advanced facilities by mid-2024

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