News from the North Wight

A couple, trapped by an incoming tide and a treacherous cliff, as well as the police officer who went to their aid, were rescued by Cowes RNLI lifeboat on Sunday afternoon.

The dedicated band of guerrilla gardeners (aka the Friends of Frank James Hospital) have shown great respect to this wonderful piece of Isle of Wight heritage over the last five years. Join them on their (possibly) last gathering this Saturday.

Cowes Yacht Haven has won a prestigious award in a national competition organised by the Chelsea Magazines Group.

Tickets are still available for the ‘Isle Drive Safe Remember Evey’ Charity Gala. The evening includes a three course meal, music from local live band ‘Switch’, DJ Omar and a selection of table entertainment.

Following their success during AAM Cowes Week in the Fast 40+ Class Peter Morton and his Cowes based crew have won the One Ton Cup.

As well as the sailing club's annual cricket match, Bramble Bank played host to a tug of war on Sunday morning.

Towing action for Cowes RNLI on Friday and Saturday this week.

The fun starts on Friday and continues over the weekend. Family friendly before the 9pm watershed, with music, poetry and comedy throughout the weekend, raising money for British Heart Foundation.

Filming starts today (Thursday) at Osborne House, the seaside residence of Queen Victoria which has been chosen as a location for the feature film Victoria and Abdul, English Heritage confirmed.

The Nettles family are appealing for anyone with information that tallies with previous intelligence to get in touch with them privately as they say it has taken on a new significance.

All residents and animals are now out of danger as firefighters tackle a house blaze.