£35,000 proposal for Floating Bridge generators welcomed, but replacement progress lacks speed argues councillor
Wightlink’s vehicle ferries diverted via Portsmouth International Port for week-long terminal works (updated)
28, February 2024·2 min readScrutiny committee urges procurement of new floating bridge for Cowes crossingThe scrutiny committee agreed the only feasible option was to now get a new floating bridge and to ‘get on with’ the process of procuring one
27, February 2024·2 min readIsle of Wight council invests in computer modelling to tackle Floating Bridge 6 issuesA report commissioned by the Isle of Wight council considers alternative strategies for a replacement floating bridge
26, February 2024·1 min readIsle of Wight’s Building 41 marks a successful year of business supportBuilding 41's anniversary showcases successful business collaborations and co-working culture growth
26, February 2024·1 min readCowes Floating Bridge service suspended and no passenger launch in place (update 2)Strong winds and high tide lead to a pause in Cowes Floating Bridge service
25, February 2024·1 min readReport: No modifications will make Floating Bridge 6 self-sufficient in strong tidesHelper boat needed permanently for Isle of Wight's Floating Bridge during spring tides, official review reveals
23, February 2024·1 min readIsle of Wight teacher’s accident inspires fundraising for Air Ambulance serviceGilly Harland's recovery journey uplifted by community and charity support
23, February 2024·1 min readEco-friendly LED lights could soon illuminate Isle of Wight football groundCowes Sports aims for brighter yet less intrusive lights at Westwood Park
23, February 2024·1 min readBahar Tandoori on Cowes High Street earns four-star hygiene ratingAfter a previous low rating, Bahar Tandoori on Cowes High Street fights back
20, February 2024·1 min readHistoric Cowes building saved from demolition after planning permission refusalPlanning refusal protects historic Isle of Wight building from being replaced by villas
17, February 2024·1 min readLetter: Recent national by-election losses signal potential for change on the Isle of Wight says Labour ChairLabour's Richard Quigley discusses national election trends and the potential impact on Isle of Wight
16, February 2024·1 min readGodfather of indie makes Isle of Wight debut: Book nowIndie icon Pete Astor brings UK tour and new album to Cowes
10, February 2024·1 min readFlood Alerts updated for Eastern Yar and Isle of Wight coast by Environment AgencyEnvironment Agency updates Flood Alerts for Eastern Yar and Isle of Wight coast