27, December 2025·2 min readNew McDonald’s Drive Thru scheme gains support in Cowes despite objectionsMore than 40 supportive comments for a new McDonald's branch have been submitted
22, December 2025·3 min readConcerns raised over proposed water recycling plant near Sandown (updated)Southern Water's water recycling project faces opposition
19, December 2025·1 min readNew McDonald’s Drive Thru proposal submitted to Isle of Wight CouncilCowes residents oppose fast-food Drive Thru, highlighting potential traffic and environmental issues
15, December 2025·1 min readIsle of Wight planning application list and map: 15 Dec 2025Stay up-to-date with local planning developments with OnTheWight's planning list and map
15, December 2025·3 min readShopkeeper says claims her workspace is an ‘ad hoc pop-up’ has been ‘very distressing’ (updated)The shopkeeper said, “What I have an issue with is the way I was falsely represented to the community. To be dismissed as a vacant / pop up / junk shop was very distressing.”
12, December 2025·1 min readProposed solar panel array near Isle of Wight National Landscape rejectedIsle of Wight Council rejects solar project over concerns of rural impact and urbanisation
8, December 2025·1 min readIsle of Wight planning application list and map: 8 Dec 2025Stay up-to-date with local planning developments with OnTheWight's planning list and map
7, December 2025·1 min readOutline plans for Heathfield Farm face strong local concerns over landscape and servicesFreshwater Parish Council objects to revised Heathfield Farm plans over environmental and traffic concerns
2, December 2025·3 min readDeveloper consultation extended for 74 homes on former Sandham Middle School siteA 74-home development is proposed for the former Sandham Middle School site in Sandown
1, December 2025·1 min readIsle of Wight planning application list and map: 1 Dec 2025Stay up-to-date with local planning developments with OnTheWight's planning list and map
29, November 2025·1 min readPlanning consent granted for conversion of neglected King’s House BarLocal concerns emerge as former King’s House Bar is approved for residential conversion
26, November 2025·2 min readRed Funnel receives planning approval for East Cowes port redevelopment projectNew development plans aim to enhance East Cowes port and community connections, says Red Funnel