A teenager suffering with depression after the loss of his father and grandfather, experienced a "sharp decline" after trying heroin for the first time. Tragically, it led to his death.
The Mumford's have it! Isle of Wight Day was something special to celebrate for this Niton family, who swept the board at the parish’s children’s art competition.
The MP says the new funding formula "means all schools on the Island will benefit from increased funding by an average of 3.1% with some schools receiving significantly higher at nearly 6%".
Comments such as "a standout school" and "always striving not just to improve, but to excel" reflect what the Ofsted Inspectors found when they recently visited this Isle of Wight primary school.
Whilst Rew Valley youth girls' team is flourishing, players are still needed for the Under 12s and Under 15s mixed teams. Unless extra players are found, the two teams may have to fold.
Of course it's disappointing that vandals have damaged Ventnor's skatepark (BTW - Can you help fix it up?) - but let's not be disheartened - There's some good news on the horizon for a much more secure future.