Patients praise GP staff, but struggle with service access, says Isle of Wight health watchdog (updated)
25, February 2024·1 min readReport: No modifications will make Floating Bridge 6 self-sufficient in strong tidesHelper boat needed permanently for Isle of Wight's Floating Bridge during spring tides, official review reveals
25, February 2024·1 min readVentnor's Bluebell House could offer shared accommodation after care home closureVacant care home could transform into a 22-room house of multiple occupation (HMO)
24, February 2024·1 min readSmall landfall that closed Zig Zag Road in Ventnor actually happened in JanuaryThe homeowner says the landfall took place in January, and that surveys have been conducted and engineering designs for repair are already in progress
22, February 2024·2 min readExploring the future of history: Isle of Wight drop-in session connects students with careersHistory isn't just a subject; Isle of Wight event showcases its career potential
21, February 2024·1 min readMet Office warns of strong winds: Potential disruption for the Isle of WightThe Met Office issues a warning for strong winds on Thursday, advising precautions
21, February 2024·1 min readRollover jackpot alert: £1,600 up for grabs in next week’s Lifeboat Lotto drawIt will cost you less than £10 per month and you could win up to £5,000, all while supporting our inshore lifeboat crews
21, February 2024·3 min readDates announced for first ever Biosphere Festival: Here's how can you get involvedDiscover the first ever Isle of Wight Biosphere Festival, celebrating community, nature and sustainability
20, February 2024·3 min readNew mobile dental service launched on the Isle of Wight (but not for everyone)NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight, in partnership with Dentaid, launches a mobile dental service to tackle dental health inequalities in vulnerable communities
20, February 2024·1 min readTattoo artist proposes new studio in former Isle of Wight zero waste premisesZero waste shop relocates; its old premises may become Ryde's newest tattoo studio
19, February 2024·3 min readThe FORTH Report: Detailed vision for transforming Ryde Town HallThe FORTH Report unveils community-backed vision for Ryde Town Hall as a cultural hub
19, February 2024·2 min readMeet the nominees for the Isle of Wight's most inspirational person of 2024Vote now for the Isle of Wight's Most Inspirational Person with Vectis Radio Community Awards
19, February 2024·1 min readEastern Yar Flood Alert: High water levels persist, residents urged to stay alertEastern Yar's flood alert persists; residents advised to prepare for more rainfall