Island councillor named as UKIP candidate for Suffolk Coastal seat
The Isle of Wight county councillor says his first priority if elected to the Suffolk Coastal seat would be to be a 'local MP'.
Wootton
12 year old bailed by police after bag and camera stolen
The 12 year old boy was arrested shortly after police carried out a search of the area on Monday.
‘Early’ retirement for Eddie Minghella at aged 93
We wish Eddie Minghella a long and happy retirement, but knowing how busy he likes to keep himself, we suspect he won't have his feet up for long.
Ofsted upgrades rating for primary school
The school was deemed inadequate last spring, but has now moved to 'requires improvement'.
Emma Cotton from Sainsbury’s in Newport becomes a Local Hero
Emma Cotton from Sainsbury’s, Newport Isle of Wight has given up her time to volunteer as part of the Local Heroes scheme.
County Press group buys Matrix Create
Unsurprising move from the County Press Group, given declining paper sales and the digital world we all live in. Good news for the boys in Wootton though.
Hopes raised following possible sighting of missing woman
A search of the area was carried out following the sighting in East Cowes.
Family of missing woman issue heartfelt plea
Victoria Bailey was last seen on 7th June. Her family are desperate to receive any information in relation to her disappearance.
Island postman accused of stealing thousands of letters
The man is accused of stealing almost 5,000 'postal packets' over five and a half years.
Do you think you might have seen missing Wootton woman?
Do you think you can help? Police are renewing appeals for sightings of Victoria.
Another successful Open Farm Sunday at Briddlesford Lodge Farm
Suzanne popped along to Briddlesford Lodge Farm at the weekend for the Open Farm Sunday event.
Renewed appeal to find missing Wootton woman (Updated)
Hampshire Constabulary is growing increasingly concerned for the welfare of Victoria Bailey, who hasn’t been seen for more than 64 hours.