Councillor calls for ferries to be brought ‘under democratic control in line with Government’s strategic vision for trains and buses’ (updated)
12, December 2019·1 min readRoad closed due to burst water mainThe road is closed to allow Southern Water to repair the burst water main. Watch out for the diversion
9, December 2019·2 min readCash boost for Phoenix Project means minibus on the horizonThe Phoenix Project works with Isle of Wight residents with moderate to profound and multiple disabilities offering a number of activities. The new mini bus will be bring real benefit to the Project
7, December 2019·1 min readIt’s taking over 2,500 litres of paint to repaint Yarmouth BridgeIt is the first time the bridge has been stripped back to the metal and completely repainted since it was built nearly 35 years ago
4, December 2019·1 min readAppeal after man suffers life changing injuries in Isle of Wight collisionOur thoughts are with the rider's family and friends - if you have any information, please let police know
29, November 2019·2 min readPolice launch month-long campaign against drink and drug driversPolice Officers are encouraging drivers to know ‘It’s Not Worth the Risk’ and not to drink alcohol and/or take drugs when driving
28, November 2019·1 min readIsle of Wight councillor hits out as Floating Bridge suspended again due to failuresThe Isle of Wight councillor for East Cowes has hit out at the administration calling for the 'piece of junk' to be sent back
26, November 2019·1 min readLetter: Drivers take note – Dipped headlights are compulsory out of townNow the nights are drawing in earlier, this reader is hoping to remind drivers to light up properly when driving, especially on country roads
26, November 2019·1 min readPolice appeal after Isle of Wight motorcyclist left with serious injuriesThe motorcyclist was found by a member of the public who lives nearby. Did you see the rider or anything that may help police?
19, November 2019·1 min readSt Mary’s Roundabout petition goes to Isle of Wight council this weekDid you sign the petition about major roadworks at St Mary's Roundabout? It's going to be debated in council chamber this week
14, November 2019·2 min readIsland Roads say ‘thank you’ as gateway improvements are completedThe rebuilding and resurfacing work at Fishbourne has been completed to schedule, despite the recent wet and windy weather
11, November 2019·1 min readThree weeks of temporary lights as town gets traffic light upgradeThe new traffic lights offer a range of improvements, both for drivers and pedestrians
8, November 2019·1 min readIsle of Wight council’s latest plan to lure drivers to use Floating BridgeScheme being introduced to encourage use of the Floating Bridge over the winter and runs until 31st March