Far from Home: Miranda Acland’s debut novel is a tale of friendship, adventure and the quest for truth
New hope for Ventnor’s Skatepark as positive talks resume: Volunteers sought for ‘DIY SOS’ meanwhile project
New hope for Ventnor’s Skatepark as positive talks resume: Volunteers sought for ‘DIY SOS’ meanwhile project
25, May 2017·1 min readRyde Slide returns, but this time with 'Total Wipeout'This year the Ryde Slide returns with child-friendly giant inflatables to provide a ‘Total Wipeout’ on Sunday 16th July.
23, July 2009·1 min readVestas Sit-in: Day 3 Phone Call To The Inside (podcast)We chat to one of the protesting Vestas staff again this morning.
24, March 2023·2 min readVentnor Fringe Festival 2023: Unusual spaces, extraordinary performances, and a celebration of The ArtsVentnor Fringe returns 21st to 30th July, featuring more than 150 diverse performances, acclaimed acts and unique venues
13, May 2022·1 min readVitamin Sea event returns to the Quay on Saturday with a host of inspirational speakersTaking place on Saturday, your chance to hear inspirational talks, see stalls, discussion and art with the overriding theme of Swimming and the Sea
23, April 2022·1 min readVitamin Sea event returns to the Quay with a host of inspirational speakersBook now for a day of inspirational talks, stalls, discussion and art with the overriding theme of Swimming and the Sea
1, November 2018·1 min readPower switches from electrics to decorating for school hall repaint jobIsland Roads electrician, Jordan Power, joined four other colleagues volunteering to repaint his former primary school's hall.
8, December 2014·1 min readStunning Steephill: Our Flickr Group Picture of the WeekWe love the colours, the composition and the crispness of this shot by Chad Powell, so made it our Picture of the Week.
30, October 2014·1 min readSerene sunrise: Our Flickr Group Picture of the WeekWhat a fabulous way to start the day. Martin Perry was there to capture this serene scene.
25, May 2014·1 min readSearch continues for missing Brighstone resident, Patricia Tolfree (updated)Police are appealing for help to trace a woman missing from her home in Brighstone on the Isle of Wight. Our thoughts are with Patricia's family.
27, March 2012·1 min readCommodore Cinema And Bingo Hall Leasehold Up For SaleLooks like Commodore Cinema and Bingo Hall are up for sale - guide price £125-145k
15, April 2011·1 min readMusical Brunch at Isle of Arts This WeekendFantastic selection of musical brunchs taking place on Sunday as part of the Isle of Arts Festival
9, September 2019·8 min readMini-series: Read letters sent home by 21-year-old Fusilier whilst based on Isle of Wight during WWII: Part ThreeThird part of our mini-series, Billy's letters to his family provide a great unfiltered insight into the life, thoughts, concerns and day-to-day duties of an everyman as he's moved around the Island to protect it.