News from the East Wight

The applicant states that “All the proposed works will enhance not only the listed building but also Ryde Conservation Area".

Police say enquiries are ongoing after responding to a report of a man's body being found at an address in Ryde.

It's quite an achievement to come top in the country for best online retail experience - and double "Hurrah!" it's an Isle of Wight business!

All takings on the door will go to Macmillan Cancer Support at this Drum and Bass event that will offer something for original 90s ravers and the new generation.

When a conversation starts, "No one has the imagination big enough to envisage the extent of Human evil ..." you know it's going to be an interesting chat. OnTheWight sat down exclusively with John Cooper Clarke this afternoon for a wide ranging discussion.

As the Armistice Centenary approached, pupils at Ryde School spent the week remembering those who lost their lives during the First World War ending the week by creating a huge poppy in the school grounds.

Pupils from Ryde Academy paid their respects on Friday to those died in the First World War with magnificent poppy displays, poetry, song and reflection.

Kayleigh was passionate about Aspire Ryde and a great ambassador for the charity, so the cheque for £2,000 from TK Maxx was a fitting tribute from the employer of her great friend.

The current exhibition at Ryde Library is a fitting tribute to those from the town who lost their lives during the First World War. Watch the video to find out more and do pop along before it finishes next week.

Colin Stevenson will be heading to the Isle of Wight on Monday to talk about crocodiles. This was originally scheduled to take place in October, but postponed due a family bereavement.

Jamie Russell from Island Visions has captured some great shots of the roaring sea today. Check out our gallery of his photographs.