Isle of Wight council coverage

5, September 2024·2 min read

Isle of Wight Council offers free blood pressure monitor loans from local libraries

Know your numbers: Isle of Wight council introduces free loan of blood pressure monitors from libraries

Pencil sharpenings on notepad by angelina litvin

4, September 2024·8 min read

Six IW Primary schools may close – declining numbers of children the cause

The council's cabinet is considering a recommendation to consult on closing six primary schools in an effort to address falling pupil numbers

Front view of the The Bird Bar signage nestled in between signage for neighbouring properties

3, September 2024·1 min read

Cowes bar owner appeals against planning decision on signage dispute

Cowes bar owner files appeal after signage application is rejected by council

30, August 2024·1 min read

Discover new books and meet like-minded readers on the Isle of Wight

Isle of Wight Library Service celebrates National Reading Group Day next month

30, August 2024·3 min read

‘Inclusive Island’ initiative to champion diversity in Isle of Wight businesses

'Inclusive Island' scheme launched to boost workforce diversity and sustainability

29, August 2024·1 min read

Isle of Wight council leader seeks MPs’ support for review of ferry services

Council Leader Phil Jordan writes to MPs for support in Government reviewing Isle of Wight’s ferry services

29, August 2024·2 min read

Freshwater Parish Council to deliberate on Isle of Wight’s hot-button planning proposals

Freshwater Parish Council gears up for debate on major planning proposals across the the village

Volunteers clearing the path by battery gardens

29, August 2024·2 min read

Retiree leads community effort to clean up neglected Sandown Battery Gardens

Community-led cleanup at Sandown Battery Gardens highlights council's delay in upkeep

Bonchurch Landslip landslide Dec 2023 Mike Collins

28, August 2024·2 min read

Leeson Road closure aims for Christmas reopening following landslide study

Deep borehole drilling from 9th September aims to secure Leeson Road against future landslides say the council - with hopes for a Christmas reopening of the road

A Rambler walking through a green area on the Isle of Wight

28, August 2024·1 min read

Urgent volunteer appeal for minor repairs to Isle of Wight walking routes (updated)

Join Isle of Wight Ramblers in preserving our beautiful paths. Volunteer for minor maintenance work

28, August 2024·2 min read

Letter: Isle of Wight council called to action over negligent dog owners

This Isle of Wight resident appeals to the council for stricter dog-waste policing on beaches

28, August 2024·3 min read

Isle of Wight councillors form campaign group against ExxonMobil pipeline

Isle of Wight councillors rally public opposition against ExxonMobil's pipeline

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