8, August 2025·1 min readOver 200 competitors set to take part in the Pier2Pier Swim this SaturdayFamily-friendly fun awaits at the Pier2Pier Swim, complete with live music and refreshments
6, August 2025·2 min readCouncil takes action to maintain Big Mead Pond water levels during dry spell (updated)Daily water supply will be added to Big Mead Pond to support wildlife during dry weather
5, August 2025·4 min readResignation of Shanklin deputy mayor highlights rift over pond water levelsShanklin's deputy mayor resigns, citing unresolved issues with dangerously low pond levels
27, July 2025·1 min readJoin the support crew: Kayakers needed for Sandown to Shanklin swim eventThe 71st annual Sandown to Shanklin swim is nearly here, with a call for kayakers
20, July 2025·1 min readHelp protect local woodlands by becoming a volunteer WardenBecome a volunteer Warden and help preserve the local woodland at America Wood
16, July 2025·2 min readNew Coastal Defence Scheme online resource launched for Island communitiesNew online resource provides comprehensive details on coastal defence schemes for Shanklin, Yaverland and Ventnor
16, July 2025·2 min readAspire Ryde announces free ‘Summer Food and Fun’ sessions for eligible childrenFree activity days for children on free school meals return this August across four community venues
30, June 2025·1 min readJoin the 1940s Charity Variety Show for a night of vintage glamour (updated)A limited-time 2-for-1 offer is currently available, offering added value for early birds
13, June 2025·1 min readShanklin Rifle and Pistol Club plans significant upgrades to shooting range facilitiesProposed developments at the Shanklin Rifle and Pistol Club aim to improve outdoor and indoor shooting facilities.
12, June 2025·1 min readPrimary School temporarily closed following strong smell of gas over Bay area (updated)Godshill Primary School has been temporarily closed as a precaution due to the noticeable smell in and around the building
11, June 2025·1 min readLocal hotel on Isle of Wight faces closure as business becomes unviableFinancial challenges lead to a planning application for Edgecliffe Hotel's conversion
23, May 2025·1 min readPlans for conversion of former lower ground commercial space into ‘much needed accommodation’Plans to repurpose the lower ground floor of Tudor Rose could help address Shanklin's housing needs, says the applicant