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    Culture
    Valerie in East Cowes - during her final visit to the Island

    Unveiling a time capsule: A son’s discovery of his mother’s wartime manuscript

    illustration of a robin on a child's swing

    Wroxall parent publishes storybook dedicated to local school facing closure

    Three band members of 5 degrees north standing in the darkness holding a burning torch

    Portsmouth Music Awards shortlist features rising Isle of Wight band 5 Degrees North

    stammermouth under a pile of words and rob thompson with a mallet

    Father and son duo take their one-man shows to London’s Cockpit Theatre

    Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra - January 2025

    Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra Review: Concert captivates audience with Elgar, Wagner and Rachmaninoff

  • What’s On
    What's On

    Below you’ll find the latest features highlighting the upcoming events here on the Isle of Wight.

    People at a clothing sale by harcorutgers

    Support Isle of Wight Foodbank at pre-loved clothing sale next Saturday

    stammermouth under a pile of words and rob thompson with a mallet

    Father and son duo take their one-man shows to London’s Cockpit Theatre

    Toys and games at the annual Shanklin Rotary Sale 2025

    Shanklin Rotary Club Sale offers a wealth of second-hand goods – Don’t miss out (updated)

    Female teenager sitting in park by bailey burton

    Young people invited to share ideas and aspirations at Newport gathering

    Cowes week finish line with shoreside spectators

    Cowes Week 2025 entries are now open for the 199th annual regatta

  • Community
    Community
    People at a clothing sale by harcorutgers

    Support Isle of Wight Foodbank at pre-loved clothing sale next Saturday

    a hand written thank you sign at the side of the road

    Mountbatten Isle of Wight receives additional funding boost from Southern Vectis

    Ally de Trey, Martin Groom, Bembridge Parish Councillor with Sea room staff and Lindsey Newberry

    Local businesses recognised for efforts to combat single-use plastic in Bembridge

    Arlo looking at the camera

    Community rallies behind 16-year-old Arlo with ‘Wear What Makes You Happy’ theme (updated)

    Toys and games at the annual Shanklin Rotary Sale 2025

    Shanklin Rotary Club Sale offers a wealth of second-hand goods – Don’t miss out (updated)

  • News
    News
    Valerie in East Cowes - during her final visit to the Island

    Unveiling a time capsule: A son’s discovery of his mother’s wartime manuscript

    hard hats and hi-viz jackets

    Isle of Wight planning application list and map: 27 Jan 2025

    Ashley Whitakker with union reps and campaigners at school protest 25 Jan 2025

    Isle of Wight parents and unions protest against primary school closures with heartfelt rally

    Prize winners at Cowes Library

    Children celebrate success with book tokens from the Island Storytellers’ festive quest

    Pan MUGA

    Community celebrates the reopening of Pan MUGA after eight years of closure

    Flooding at Gate Lane freshwater

    Flood alert issued for Isle of Wight coast due to high tides

    People at a clothing sale by harcorutgers

    Support Isle of Wight Foodbank at pre-loved clothing sale next Saturday

    Dog's fur being blown by the wind

    Met Office weather warning for the Isle of Wight: 70mph wind and heavy rain

    Phil Hart IW Hedgelaying champion 2020 new

    Isle of Wight Hedgerow Group announces cancellation of the 2025 Hedgelaying Competition

    Aerial shot of round the island race boats going around the Needles

    Round the Island Race set to showcase hundreds of boats this June

    front elevation of the newport health centre

    Planning permission granted for state-of-the-art GP surgery at Riverway House, Newport

    WAM - L-R Paul Carey - Andrew H-J - Helen Blake - Richard Curtis

    Wight Aviation Museum welcomes Andrew Hall Jones as Spartan aircraft returns home

    Chef Alex Kimber of The Heron dishing up

    The Heron at Robin Hill: New dining experience to open this summer

    illustration of a robin on a child's swing

    Wroxall parent publishes storybook dedicated to local school facing closure

    a hand written thank you sign at the side of the road

    Mountbatten Isle of Wight receives additional funding boost from Southern Vectis

    Ally de Trey, Martin Groom, Bembridge Parish Councillor with Sea room staff and Lindsey Newberry

    Local businesses recognised for efforts to combat single-use plastic in Bembridge

  • Travel
    Travel

    Our Travel section is the place to check for fast and accurate travel updates from all the ferry companies, bus, train and hovercraft operator.

    In this section, we’ll also let you know about road closures and diversions.

    Below are articles relating to Isle of Wight travel.

    WAM - L-R Paul Carey - Andrew H-J - Helen Blake - Richard Curtis

    Wight Aviation Museum welcomes Andrew Hall Jones as Spartan aircraft returns home

    Hovercraft at night time

    Evening Hovers to end even earlier, following further service cuts

    portsmouth international port

    Wightlink’s vehicle ferries diverted via Portsmouth International Port for week-long terminal works

    new southern vectis bus

    Discuss bus and rail issues with Southern Vectis and Island Line managers at IWBRUG meeting

    Coach party preforming in stadium

    Red Funnel announces 2025 Island Ambassadors and Supported Teams for talent sponsorship

    Kier Starmer speaking in parliament - 2020 -

    Prime Minister agrees Isle of Wight ferry services have ‘not been good enough’

    hearn street meeting caesers road

    ‘Accidents waiting to happen’: Newport residents speak out on road safety concerns

    Red Jet 7 Red Funnel's high speed catamaran

    Red Funnel confirms Red Jet 7 refit dates and temporary timetable details

    Exterior of County Hall

    Major decisions on electric vehicle charging points, school funding formula and more

    Coins and a five pound £5 note

    Council approves plans for bus fare caps and improved bus journey reliability

    British notes and coins, money cash

    Wightlink’s Green Innovation Fund: Last chance for Isle of Wight community projects

    Council chamber

    Ten key decisions to be voted on by Isle of Wight council this week

    Aerial shot of Red Funnel ferry leaving Cowes

    Temporary changes to Red Funnel ferry schedule for maintenance in January and February

    Collapse of corner of a stone barn due to flooding - Jan 2025

    Heavy rainfall causes flooding and road blockages across the Isle of Wight

    Man removing false teeth

    Wightlink’s top ten lost items: What passengers are leaving behind

    20mph zone road sign

    Residents’ concerns about vehicle speeds prompt comprehensive speed limit evaluation

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