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5, August 2012·1 min read

Urgent appeal to find vulnerable missing man on the Isle of Wight

Man with a life-threatening condition is reported to be missing from Lewisham Hospital and spotted on the Island. His behaviour is known to be unpredictable because of his vulnerable condition. If approached, he can become distressed and agitated. Please get in touch with Police if you have seen him.

westhill road shanklin - aerial view of artists impression of six houses on green space

21, July 2020·1 min read

Plans for houses in Shanklin in the AONB comes with promise of 400 trees and footpath

Agents say the proposal “will offer a modest development in a sustainable location, which is in keeping with the locality and will protect and enhance the character and context of the area, offering much-needed housing”

Outside of Firbank - the former care home in Shanklin

4, April 2022·1 min read

Plans to convert former care home into six flats and a house

It is hoped, should the scheme be approved, it could be brought forward quickly and ‘provide new residential units in a positive manner’

1, August 2011·1 min read

Jazz Festival Organisers Have World Music Aspirations

Former Jazz Festival organisers are planning a 30,000 capacity world music festival near Shanklin from August 2012

30, August 2022·1 min read

Isle of Wight man admits child sexual offences dating back to 2013

The man admitted the offences of touching girls under the age of 13 and exposing himself

4, April 2012·1 min read

Fire On Train Causes Delays (updated)

Fire on train caused delays for commuters this morning.

front of SWR Class 483 train - Island Line

3, January 2021·3 min read

Here’s where Isle of Wight Class 483 trains are going next – After 3 million miles of service

It might be the last day the Class 483s are in action on Island Line, but it's not the last time you'll be able to ride one. Details within

Looking down to Sandown Bay from Culver Cliff - blue sky in background

2, January 2024·1 min read

Strategic blueprint for Shanklin, Lake, and Sandown to be unveiled at public meeting

Discover how the Bay Area Place Plan will transform Shanklin, Sandown, and Lake at public meeting

26, January 2011·1 min read

Sandown & Shanklin Lifeboat Station Break-in Attempt

Do you have any information about this attempted break-in?

4, April 2011·1 min read

Local Children’s Charity Needs Your Help

YMCA looking for volunteers for the Isle of Wight Children's Bereavement Service

11, August 2015·1 min read

Live coverage of public meeting to discuss Island Line trains

Follow the live coverage of the public meeting being hosted by the Keep Island Line Franchise Campaign Group.

14, February 2012·1 min read

Sport Relief Is Back: Are Your Taking Part?

YMCA in Shanklin will be offering three activities you can get involved with for Sports Relief in March.

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