WOOLWORTHS – WHEN EVERY ISLAND TOWN HAD A ‘WOOLIES’
Whether it was Newport, Ryde, Cowes, Shanklin or Sandown, generations of Islanders grew up with their local 'Woolies'.
Read moreDetails‘STARVING’ SHOPLIFTER REFUSED TO HAND BACK STOLEN GOODS
A shoplifter who said he stole groceries and alcohol because he was 'starving' and had 'no money' has been fined...
Read moreDetailsPLATFORM ONE CELEBRATES 25 YEARS OF CREATIVE EDUCATION
Platform One marked its 25th anniversary with a special celebration at GG's Bar & Restaurant on 30th May, bringing together...
Read moreDetailsGRAND NEW METHODIST CHURCH OPENED IN COWES 125 YEARS AGO
Large crowds gathered on Birmingham Road on 30th May 1901 - 125 years ago today - as Cowes celebrated the...
Read moreDetailsROBIN HILL OFFERING HALF-PRICE ENTRY IN HONOUR OF KING’S BIRTHDAY
Robin Hill Adventure Park has announced a special offer for Isle of Wight residents to celebrate the upcoming birthday of...
Read moreDetails66% GIVE HEALTHWATCH NEGATIVE FEEDBACK ABOUT ISLE OF WIGHT SERVICES
A new Healthwatch Isle of Wight survey has revealed that long waits for GP appointments and NHS dental access are...
Read moreDetailsSECURE YOUR FREE TICKETS FOR MAJOR ISLAND DEBATE ON FERRIES, ROADS AND TOURISM
There is still time to reserve your free tickets for next Friday’s State of the Island Debate 2026 – Travel...
Read moreDetailsISLE OF WIGHT-BORN LEVEL 42 SET FOR EMOTIONAL HOMECOMING AT THIS YEAR’S FESTIVAL
Legendary jazz-funk band Level 42 are set to make an emotional return to their roots this June when they perform...
Read moreDetailsRYDE’S SAUCY SEASIDE POSTCARD MUSEUM SEARCHING FOR NEW HOME
A unique and much-loved Isle of Wight museum dedicated to the famous saucy seaside postcards of Donald McGill is searching...
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ICE HOCKEY LIVES ON AS ISLE OF WIGHT DUO SELECTED FOR UK’S BIGGEST CHARITY TOURNAMENT
2 former Wightlink Tigers and Buccaneers players are set to represent their chosen charities - and the Island - at...
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