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21 October 20262 min read

Sandown’s Town of Culture bid showcased arts, science and dance to families

21 October 20262 min read

Council officers back a community campaign to give Bembridge’s Point Beach official bathing water status

21 October 20261 min read

Looking for something to do today out of the rain? Head to the Trouville Hotel in Sandown for free activities until 3pm

21 October 20262 min read

Richard Quigley uses Westminster debate to champion Island manufacturing and local skills

21 October 20261 min read

Sandown care home Magnolia House rated good across all five CQC areas

21 October 20261 min read

Boat owner launches free UK registry after thieves stole his own RIB

20 October 20262 min read

Meet Island author Emily Bullock as she discusses her Ventnor-set ghost story

20 October 20261 min read

Strong winds and heavy rain could disrupt Island travel on Friday morning

20 October 20262 min read

NFU Mutual’s donation will fund a new, more welcoming gym for Mountbatten patients

20 October 20262 min read

Council pledges to work with unions as primary school places review continues

20 October 20261 min read

Ventnor’s MacNaughton-Howe Festival showcases over 150 arts and crafts exhibits this Friday and Saturday

20 October 20261 min read

Council approves dozens of Isle of Wight e-scooter and e-bike parking bays

Latest comments

Snowwolf1 31 Oct 2026Would appear the whole of the Island is being overtaken by road works, or' gas and water boards…Major Godshill road works start next week, with shuttle bus in place
Snowwolf1 31 Oct 2026Must agree I wouldn't want to walk down to the coastal view using those steps! A hand rail…Councillor calls for action on Bouldnor Viewpoint after coast path works
Snowwolf1 31 Oct 2026Are our Councillors all able to openly think about others views and ideas or are they set in…Voluntary Improvement Board explained: what it does and doesn’t do
Angela Hewitt 31 Oct 2026Congratulatioins HelenWight Aviation Museum founder receives Lifetime Achievement Award
Angela Hewitt 31 Oct 2026The Government is BROKE. They need to keep the business rates. I wouldn't be surprised if there is…Hampshire and Isle of Wight could miss out on £180 million, says mayoral candidate
prospero 31 Oct 2026I congratulate both our MPs for the work they have done on this I share their frustration and…Joe Robertson MP raises ferry group concerns with Maritime Minister
prospero 30 Oct 2026Ever since the Covid regulations we see an over indulged and under controlled dog population who are beginning…Police appeal after sheep attacked by dog near Carisbrooke Castle
bertram66 30 Oct 2026Nice item,question thou,how was this group of advisors ,advertised,if they currently advise who are they?Voluntary Improvement Board explained: what it does and doesn’t do