This reader from Seaview says the plans to build 16 high-end houses on the grounds of Priory Bay Hotel could lead to the destruction of what's believed to be ancient woodland.
This is something we've had quite a few Islanders speak to us about over the past few weeks. OnTheWight gets to the bottom of what looks to be the real reason for the rush.
We're not sure how the digger got to the point of needing rescuing, but will update once we know more. In the meantime, here are some pics of the rescue.
You may well have heard the story circulating on Facebook that someone was spraying WD40 into the eyes of the animals at Seaview Wildlife Park yesterday. Happily that's way from the truth. OnTheWight has just spoken to the Park's director to find out the facts.
Revised plans to demolish the derelict former holiday park and build 128 residential dwellings and a new 63 bedroom hotel are now open to the public for consultation. Have your say online.
Having been open to the public for 44 years, the decision to close Seaview Wildlife Encounter must have been a very difficult one for the owners of this award-winning and well-loved wildlife park to make.