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East Cowes is the arrival point for many people visiting the Isle of Wight, as Red Funnel have their car ferry port here.

The area is rich with boat building history and well as the more obvious Queen Victoria connection with Osborne House.

Below are articles that OnTheWight has published connected to East Cowes.

Van on fire, captured by John Cattle

22, February 2023·1 min read

Appeal for CCTV footage, doorbell camera footage, or Dash Cam footage following spate vehicle being set alight

Inspector McDonald said, "These incidents have the very real potential to put the safety of members of the public at risk, and I want the person or people responsible for these fires to realise the serious danger they are creating for themselves and local residents"

Drawing of Holy cross planning application

15, February 2023·2 min read

‘Affordable housing’ included in proposed development near East Cowes primary school (updated)

Sisters of Christ propose a 25-house development near Holy Cross Primary School, following improved layout and green space. Public consultation open

Man handcuffed behind his back

9, February 2023·1 min read

Havant man charged with stalking and weapons offences on the Isle of Wight

The 40-year-old was arrested at the East Cowes ferry terminal following a call to police

Floating Bridge suspended sign at East Cowes terminal

18, January 2023·1 min read

Floating Bridge out of service for 12 days in March to undergo annual inspection and maintenance

A long schedule of maintenance works will also take place at the same time

Chris Wheeler and mum Ruth Wheeler at the awards ceremony

9, January 2023·2 min read

Queen’s Nursing Institute honours Chris Wheeler from East Cowes Surgery with prestigious title

Chris Wheeler, a nurse at East Cowes Surgery, has been awarded the prestigious title of Queen's Nurse by the Queen's Nursing Institute in recognition of his commitment to high standards of patient care, learning, and leadership

Car loading on First day of floating bridge by Allan Marsh plus phil jordan

6, January 2023·2 min read

‘We should be proud of Floating Bridge service in the last year’ says Cabinet member

There have been big improvements in the reliability of the Floating Bridge since it passed the five-yearly inspection with the MCA last year

Contactless payments on floating bridge

5, January 2023·1 min read

One-fifth of regular Floating Bridge passengers rate the service as below average

Most passengers want improvements, including a fixed timetable and faster turnaround

aerial view of kingston wharf - Google maps

3, January 2023·1 min read

Isle of Wight council approves plans to revitalise Kingston Wharf in East Cowes

Kingston Wharf in East Cowes to be transformed into modern marine industrial park with boat storage, wash-down capacity, and other amenities

Van on fire, captured by John Cattle

23, December 2022·1 min read

Mercedes Sprinter van destroyed in suspected arson attack in East Cowes

Investigation launched after vehicle fire in East Cowes suspected to have occurred between 6pm and 6.30pm on Tuesday evening; second vehicle damaged and police seek witnesses

Maresfield Road Car Park - Google Maps

22, December 2022·1 min read

Plan ahead: Maresfield Road Car Park re-introduces fees in January

Maresfield Road Car Park in East Cowes will reintroduce parking fees in January 2021, but will not accept cash payments

Norris Castle from the air

21, December 2022·2 min read

Norris Castle owners to address community concerns with revised development plan

The developer says the planning process for Norris Castle has been seven years of frustrations, but requires all stakeholders to decide the future of this nationally important asset

The top of a 5G Mast with blue sky and clouds in the background

20, December 2022·1 min read

5G rollout continues: East Cowes could be next in line for faster mobile connections

The mast has been met with mixed reactions from local councillors, with some expressing concern over its location and impact on the appearance of the area

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