Cowes

25 March 20252 min read

Councillor Fuller voices concerns over Cowes Primary School closure amid declining student numbers

24 March 20252 min read

Isle of Wight council's school closure decisions challenged by the Diocese of Portsmouth

21 March 20251 min read

Isle of Wight council announces measures to support pupils and staff after closures

16 March 20252 min read

Medina Bookshop in Cowes reveals a dynamic programme of literary events this spring and summer

12 March 20251 min read

Medina Bookshop has won the prestigious title of Independent Bookshop of the Year for the South East Region

11 March 20252 min read

Red Funnel's ferry service faces scrutiny as operational failures threaten the local economy, claims local councillor

6 March 20252 min read

Paul Armfield’s latest release features an AI-generated video and promotes his upcoming album

4 March 20251 min read

A Cowes Enterprise College team has won the Resilience Challenge by developing a flood response strategy

4 March 20251 min read

Keert and WightFibre's partnership revolutionises logistics on the Isle of Wight through e-cargo bikes

27 February 20251 min read

Adjusted schedule ensures Red Osprey's performance while maintaining service during the Easter period

25 February 20253 min read

This new electric foiling vessel promises a cleaner future for ferry travel across the Solent

24 February 20251 min read

Kathryn Rossati's new teen novel, Naturally Nic/k, launches at Medina Bookshop on Friday 7th March

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