18, February 2026·3 min readSix-week weekday closure on Military Road for upgrades to King Charles III England Coast PathUpcoming footpath improvements on the Isle of Wight will temporarily close Military Road on weekdays for six weeks
30, January 2026·2 min readLocal charities invited to apply for WightAID grants after £71,106 distributed in 2025WightAID invites Isle of Wight causes to apply for grants as it begins its tenth year
30, July 2025·5 min readThe art of coppicing: Woodland workers’ contribution to West Wight’s identityWoodland workers in Brighstone Forest showcase sustainable practices and local craftsmanship in this contribution from Pete Johnstone
17, March 2025·2 min readNew Atherfield planning application wants 130 parking places, 60 hot tubs and 167 lights addedThe new owner is requesting amendments to the Atherfield Bay Holiday Resort redevelopment plans
18, February 2025·4 min readBrighstone Christmas Tree Festival raises £6,000 for local charities despite challenging weatherThe Brighstone Christmas Tree Festival raised £6,000 for local charities, surpassing expectations given the challenging weather
12, December 2024·2 min readOpen Letter to Cabinet members ahead of school closure decisionCouncillor Stuart recommends pausing school closures pending agreement on selection criteria
19, June 2024·1 min readRural traditions kept alive by Brighstone Primary School as dancers charm crowd at 62nd Shorwell Midsummer FairBrighstone Primary School students impress with country dances at Shorwell Midsummer Fair
11, June 2024·1 min readEmbrace mindfulness among nature: Isle of Wight Biosphere Festival 2024 (Free)Experience mindful walking with Sylvia Clare in the serene Brighstone Forest
4, June 2024·2 min readSuspected land mine leads to Royal Navy intervention on Isle of Wight beach (photo gallery)Australian tourists encounter Royal Navy bomb disposal on final day of Isle of Wight holiday visiting family
3, May 2024·2 min readWolverton Folk and Blues Festival 2024: Catch rising stars and British legendsStellar lineup announced for Wolverton's Folk and Blues Fair, tickets on sale now
1, May 2024·2 min readYoung riders from Brighstone Primary achieve top honours in inter-school equestrian eventLocal primary school celebrates equestrian success with first place in inter-schools competition
21, March 2024·2 min readBrighstone CE Primary School earns ‘good’ rating from OfstedBrighstone CE Primary celebrates 'good' Ofsted rating, acknowledging years of hard work