Rural traditions kept alive by Brighstone Primary School as dancers charm crowd at 62nd Shorwell Midsummer Fair
New form of local democracy proposed by resident discontented with the way the parish council has been run
Island Line’s Ryde Pier service cancelled for eight months as work continues to repair and preserve structure
Island Line’s Ryde Pier service cancelled for eight months as work continues to repair and preserve structure
Letter: Southern Vectis festival buses bypassed for cheaper regular service by festival-goers: With unfortunate consequences
24, June 2013·2 min readFirst Aiders make a Big SplashLottery grant has enabled another 40 people to be trained in first aid, as well as vital life-saving equipment to be purchased.
20, May 2013·1 min readDuncan Goodhew presents young Islanders with swimming medalsWell done to the six young Islanders on their achievements. It must've been great to meet Olympian Duncan Goodhew.
18, February 2013·1 min readMartin Bell launches election campaign for Island IndependentsFormer Independent MP will be launching the election campaign for the Island Independent Group today.
15, February 2013·2 min readFestival launches bumper stickers in aid of Waterside Community TrustJohn Giddings is never one to miss a marketing opportunity. However, this time a local charity will be beneficiary of his latest idea.
23, November 2012·2 min readWaterside Community Trust buck trend and swim against the tide in RydeIt's fantastic to hear that this community project at Waterside Pool has been going so well, with memberships doubling in first year.
11, September 2012·2 min readThe difficulties of getting children fit on the Isle of WightMichelle responds to an open letter to parents published last month on the subject of getting young people involved with sports.
8, March 2012·2 min read£194,000 Of Council Grants Approved For Grassroots Initiatives77 bids for the Economic Improvement Fund have been approved by the IWC
1, March 2012·9 min readBudget Speech Made By Cllr David PughVB reproduce David Pugh's notes for his speech made at the full council budget meeting last night.
3, February 2012·3 min readIsland Conservatives 2012 Budget PlansHere's the Island Conservatives budget proposals for the 2012-13
5, October 2011·3 min readAmendment After Amendment On Council Budget ReviewThe full council debate over the budget review was protracted beyond belief to some
19, July 2011·1 min readWaterside Community Trust Poised To Take Over PoolThe Waterside Community Trust is the new body poised to take over the running of Waterside Pool
29, March 2011·1 min readStaff Praised After School Coach IncidentStaff from Queensgate Foundation Primary School praised for the quick thinking