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Local Isle Of Wight psych-pop outfit, As We Leave, are set to release their new track ‘Hope That Kills’ later this month, followed by their debut EP in mid-November. The track arrives as the band’s third single of 2020 and...
Read moreDetailsA driver has been arrested on suspicion of a number of driving offences following a crash in Cowes early this morning (Wednesday). Before the sun rose, at around 06:30, Police were called to Place Road in Cowes after receiving reports...
Read moreDetailsFirefighters from Ryde and Ventnor have attended a toaster fire in Lake this morning (Wednesday). 2 appliances were mobilised to Flitcroft Gardens off the main Lake to Shanklin Road at around 11:10. No firefighting action has been required and 1...
Read moreDetailsIsle of Wight residents are being urged to keep a close check on their homes and would-be thieves as part of National Home Security Month (NHSM), a 5-week campaign helping to protect the nation’s homes, families and property. Newport-based Lifeline...
Read moreDetailsThe Isle of Wight Council, Solent Transport and British micromobility provider Beryl are co-developing plans for an e-Scooter pilot program on the Isle of Wight as part of a trial being considered across the Solent area. If confirmed, this will...
Read moreDetailsA 19-year-old man has sustained a 'puncture wound' to his leg and a teenage girl has been assaulted following an outbreak of disorder on Ryde Esplanade last night (Tuesday). Police were called to the scene of the incident at Western...
Read moreDetailsThe Special Educational Needs and Disability Information, Advice and Support Service (SEND IASS) is holding 2 free online webinars next month to help support parents and carers of local young people. Newport-based SEND IASS provides free, confidential and impartial advice,...
Read moreDetailsIW Met Service are warning of heavy rain across the Isle of Wight later on tonight and into tomorrow (Wednesday). A yellow weather warning has been issued and is valid from midnight until midday tomorrow. Forecasters say that throughout the...
Read moreDetailsThe Isle of Wight Council is urging residents to ensure they follow official coronavirus guidance if they plan to mark celebratory events such as Halloween and Bonfire Night over the coming weeks. With Halloween and Bonfire Night on the horizon,...
Read moreDetailsA new affordable housing provider on the Island is due to release shared ownership homes for purchase at West Acre Park in Ryde later this month. The first 9 affordable homes are made up of 2 and 3-bedroom properties and...
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