Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a common neurological disorder that affects the development of numerous children worldwide. It’s a serious, lifelong condition that affects how patients communicate, react and interact with others. ASD affects the way children learn new information,...

68% of Isle of Wight teachers surveyed by the National Education Union say that they are unable to maintain a 2-metre social distance in schools. The local district of the National Education Union (NEU) wanted to gauge how teachers and...

West Wight Men In Sheds has received £2,605 from Postcode Neighbourhood Trust, a grant-giving charity funded entirely by players of People’s Postcode Lottery. The funding boost will enable West Wight Men In Sheds to continue supporting the people of the...

Island Roads will once again be gritting the road network tonight (Tuesday) with another night of freezing temperatures expected. Winter has well and truly arrived with the mercury expected to hit zero this evening and into Wednesday morning. Gritters will...

Slot games remain one of the most popular forms of entertainment around, with a rich history dating all the way back to the 1890s. Modern slots are unrecognisable from their counterparts of the past, with technology transforming the way games...

Bus drivers on the Isle of Wight will be getting into the festive spirit - by sporting Christmas jumpers this December in aid of charity. Southern Vectis workers are raising money for Isle of Wight Search & Rescue - and...

Award-winning Island chef Robert Thompson has cooked a special festive meal for Mountbatten patients and their families. Thompson offered his time and produce for free to prepare and cook a 3-course Christmas lunch at the hospice yesterday (Monday). He also...

Red Funnel have suspended their vehicle ferry service between East Cowes and Southampton this morning (Tuesday). Foggy conditions on the Solent, which has reduced visibility below what is permitted to enter or exit Cowes Harbour, means the service has ground...

Graffiti sprayed on the side of a railway bridge in Sandown, which is seen by thousands of motorists every day, will be removed - but no date has been given as to when this will be completed. Councillor Ian Ward,...

A technical issue with 1 of 2 hovercrafts used on Hovertravel’s Ryde to Southsea route has led to the cancellation of 2 commuter crossings this morning (Tuesday). Hovertravel advise that both the 07:00 and 07:30 flights from Ryde have been...