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Isle of Wight News

For up-to-date news from across the Isle of Wight, we report on the issues that affect you.

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sticker on wall showing man with hand out signalling stop by Markus Spiske

31, December 2020·8 min read

‘Astonishment, disbelief and growing anxiety’ from Isle of Wight school staff and teachers as primary pupils return to school next week (Update 2)

Isle of Wight support staff and teachers have expressed their "astonishment, disbelief and growing anxiety" over plans for primary pupils to return to school next week. More than 50 people have signed a letter to the IW council urging them to reconsider the plans

5, February 2014·2 min read

‘At Risk’ or ‘Vulnerable’ Medina Valley heritage sites named

A new document has been published identifying heritage assets in the Medina Valley considered to be ‘at risk’ or ‘vulnerable’.

4, January 2016·1 min read

‘Back British Farming’ call from Isle of Wight NFU Chairman

Caroline Knox, the Isle of Wight NFU chair, urges all levels of government and the food supply chain to back British farming during 2016.

13, November 2013·1 min read

‘Bad bailiff behaviour’ increasing on the Isle of Wight

The Isle of Wight Citizen Advice Bureau have seen a massive increase in reports of 'bad bailiff behaviour' with residents phoning them in real distress.

1, May 2014·1 min read

‘Battle goes on’ say Arreton residents despite IWC planning refusal

Residents say the battle isn't over yet. The original application for 89 dwellings will be heard by the Planning Inspectorate in August this year.

12, February 2016·1 min read

‘Be vigilant’ warning after several thefts of power tools

Police are warning residents to be vigilant following a series of thefts from Ford Transit vans on the Isle of Wight.

bouquet of dark flowers with dark background by annie-spratt with David Bartlett

13, January 2024·3 min read

‘Best boss’ remembered for his service to Ventnor Town Council: Heartfelt tributes to town’s former clerk (updated)

"David's tireless enthusiasm, determination of will and hard-working ethic always was for the better-good of Ventnor," says one of his closest colleagues

Two boys Discovering Newport Roman Villa

31, July 2020·1 min read

‘Best example of Roman bath suite in southern Britain’ opens again on the Isle of Wight next week

The incredible remains of an Isle of Wight third century Roman farmhouse — said to be the 'best example of a Roman bath suite in southern Britain' - opens again next week

Ainsley Harriott and Grace Dent with Smoking Lobster team

16, May 2022·2 min read

‘Best lobster I’ve ever had’ declares Grace Dent filming on the Isle of Wight for new More4 ‘Best of Britain by the Sea’ series (updated)

Earlier in the year Grace Dent and Ainsley Harriott MBE toured the Isle of Wight seeking out foodie hotspots for Best of Britain by the Sea. The new series launches tonight on More4

The Lost Duver Project - Sea Thrift by Dinosaur Isle

7, January 2022·2 min read

‘Biosphere in the Bay’ project will stretch from Culver to Ventnor

Cllr Bacon said the vision for the Biosphere in the Bay project "includes making the Culver Parade area more attractive to visitors interested in the area’s unique landscape, wildlife and history; attracting a greater share of the increasing eco-tourism sector"

30, April 2021·2 min read

‘Bland and poorly designed’ plans for character property rejected by planning officers

The applicant wanted to convert the shop into residential accommodation with sash windows and a front door

9, June 2011·1 min read

‘Blind Spot’ Was Result Of Aircraft Tragedy

Investigation concludes that one of the planes was in a blind spot just seconds before the collision. Our sincerest thoughts are with the friends and family of the two who died in this tragedy.

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