Councillor Michael Lilley advocates for peer-support self-help groups during Mental Health Awareness Week
Movement for Mental Health Awareness Week and IW Marathon runners raising funds for Isle of Wight Youth Trust
11, October 2023·1 min readAffordable housing in Newport and Ventnor a step closer with £426,000 government grantIsle of Wight council receives Brownfield Land Release funding, paving the way for more affordable housing in Newport and Ventnor
8, October 2023·2 min readThe facts behind the suspected cocaine haul washed up on Isle of Wight and Dorset beachesA substantial suspected cocaine haul, discovered off the southern coast, triggers a wide-reaching investigation spearheaded by the National Crime Agency
6, October 2023·1 min readTRAC’s 10-year milestone at Monkton Arts: Celebrating a decade of artistic excellenceDiscover TRAC's ten-year journey at Monkton Arts' celebratory exhibition until 13th October
2, October 2023·2 min readThe Sandown Clown: Exploring Sam, the Isle of Wight’s surreal 1973 encounterIn 1973, two children in Lake encountered the enigmatic, never-seen-again Sandown Clown
5, September 2023·1 min readHeat health alert raised to Amber: What you need to knowAmber Heat Health Alert underscores potential impacts on vulnerable groups and health services
21, August 2023·1 min readTown centre protection: Why Isle of Wight’s new Premier branch was refusedIsle of Wight council rejects a new Premier store to protect town-centre retail
25, July 2023·2 min readExploring the Art of Sculpture at Quay Arts: A response to the digital ageQuay Arts' 2023 exhibition honours tangible art, showcasing innovative sculpture in the digital age
17, July 2023·1 min readA refreshed summer at Brown’s: New deals, greens and ice creamsSomeone new takes reins of Browns Golf Course, promising rejuvenated experiences and community engagement
14, July 2023·1 min readDiscover magic’s past: Greg Chapman’s captivating History of Magic book out nowGreg Chapman shares his love for the history of magic in his newly released book
28, June 2023·1 min readSupport local independent lifeboat crews and join the Lifeboat Lotto: You could win up to £5,000Join the Lifeboat Lotto for your chance to win up to £5,000. It costs less than £10pm and you’ll be helping independent lifeboat stations
27, June 2023·1 min readLocal group breathes new life into Sophie Watson’s Garden with handcrafted boardNettlestone and Seaview Shed handcrafts new information board, commemorating the Parish's WWI heroes
21, June 2023·1 min readFormer playground to alleviate parking woes at Island VI FormIsland VI Form College proposes utilising redundant playground space for improved parking facilities