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Your kids can learn a new skill this summer holiday and pick up all the other benefits of being part of the skateboarding community on the Isle of Wight.
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All are welcome to this free event where they'll be able to see fascinating displays and meet local ‘prehistory’ enthusiasts. As well as fossil collectors, there will also be local archaeologists and metal detector groups showing off their finds.
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This free illustrated evening lecture by local historian and author Tim Wander, will take you back to the dark days of 1944 when the Isle of Wight was essentially a closed military camp with strict travel restrictions and the very present fear of invasion.
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A new Lego club on Saturday mornings at Sandown Library starts on Saturday 12th March. Any unwanted Lego would be gratefully received.
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Lloyds Bank and the Isle of Wight Council’s ongoing partnership to provide Local Lend a Hand mortgages has given 23 year old Mason Parker from Sandown the chance to move into his first home.
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VB reader Barry shares his views on the state of public toilets on the Island.
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We always welcome a Letter to the Editor to share with our readers. This one from Linda Barnes tackles the issue of litter.
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This reader believes that Cllr Ian Ward’s comments - that Prince Andrew should be Duke of Edinburgh - must be challenged. Do you agree?
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This reader raises safety concerns for those who have been shielding taking a trip to the GP for a flu jab and says, "You’re only as safe as the most unsafe individuals in your vicinity"
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CP editor denies accusation that he told father of quads who appeared in paper to 'get a life', after publication of Charlotte Hofton's article.
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Pauline Evans and Alasdair Steane highlight how the abolition of a central Standards Board has impacted town and parish councils on the Isle of Wight
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Sandown residents face high precept rates; whereas a unified Bay council could bring fairer charges and streamlined administration, believes former councillor, Bob Blezzard
