Far from Home: Miranda Acland’s debut novel is a tale of friendship, adventure and the quest for truth
New hope for Ventnor’s Skatepark as positive talks resume: Volunteers sought for ‘DIY SOS’ meanwhile project
New hope for Ventnor’s Skatepark as positive talks resume: Volunteers sought for ‘DIY SOS’ meanwhile project
25, June 2013·1 min readPolice investigation into indecent assault towards 11-year-old girlThis rare and isolated case is being investigated . If you saw anything suspicious, please get in touch with the Police.
25, June 2013·1 min readGlyn Roberts’ Jarge the Porter sculpture to be unveiled on ThursdayHow many of you remember Jarge the Porter? Memorial carving will be unveiled later this week.
25, June 2013·1 min readClaims that Shanklin man to play at WimbledonYoung Mickey says he learnt to play tennis by playing Swingball and reading a 1979 issue of Tennis Today.
24, June 2013·1 min readInvestigation into suspected arson in ShanklinPolice appeal for any information readers may have about the fire in Shanklin last night.
17, June 2013·1 min readPhoenix Choir sing for the HospiceThe choir wish to apologise to anyone who turned up a year ago - for keeping them waiting!
14, June 2013·1 min readFree Art Friday: Not Dead Yet artwork up for grabsWill you be the lucky person to find this Free Art later today?
14, June 2013·1 min readFraser and Dave to cycle Hadrian’s Wall for charityTwo Shanklin men will be cycling the 174 mile route along Hadrian's Wall to raise money for two vital charities.
10, June 2013·1 min readThree candidates for David Pugh’s Shanklin TC vacancyElections for the town council vacancy takes place on 4th July.
6, June 2013·1 min readCafe Scientifique: Prof Tara Dean talks about food allergiesThis will be the last Cafe Scientifique talk until September so be sure to come along for your monthly fix of science and technology talk.
29, May 2013·1 min readAppeal for witnesses following fire in ShanklinTwo 13-year-old boys have been questioned on suspicion of arson and bailed until pending further enquiries.
28, May 2013·1 min readAdvice for café owners after a series of break-insTwo 16-year-old have been arrested and will be heading to the Isle of Wight Youth Court next month.
23, May 2013·1 min readElection possible for David Pugh’s resigned Shanklin TC seatWith a seat on Shanklin Town Council available after ex-IW council leader David Pugh's resignation, Geoff Clynch's agent forces election after claims from his agent of frustration over co-option attempts. Nominations papers are now open.