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Richard Quigley MP has been given further backing from the Government on his work to improve cross-Solent transport.
Read moreDetailsYou go to the dentist expecting to leave with healthier teeth. Sometimes that's not what happens. Mistakes during dental procedures cause real harm to thousands of people across the UK each year. The pain doesn't just stop at the physical...
Read moreDetailsA curry chef from an acclaimed Bangladeshi restaurant on the Isle of Wight has been named Chef of the Year 2025 at a prestigious national awards ceremony.
Read moreDetailsThe Isle of Wight Radio Christmas Toy Appeal is back for 2025 - once again aiming to spread festive cheer to thousands of children across the Island who might otherwise go without a gift this Christmas.
Read moreDetailsAspire Ryde has launched its Winter Fundraising Campaign to support individuals and families across the Isle of Wight who are struggling with the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.
Read moreDetailsThe Island’s Youth Justice Service has been awarded the national John Hawkins Award for Innovation and Creativity in Youth Justice.
Read moreDetailsA revised temporary timetable is now in place for Red Funnel's Red Jet service between Southampton and West Cowes, running until Sunday 30th November.
Read moreDetailsSignificant improvement works on the main road through Wroxall will begin today (Monday), bringing about 15 weeks of disruption. The project to resurface the road connecting Whitely Bank to Ventnor will be delivered in 7 phases, starting with a 350m...
Read moreDetailsEvery day, people exchange messages, make purchases, and form connections online — but behind every number or email, there’s an unknown identity. Some contacts are genuine, others not so much. The challenge? Knowing who you’re really communicating with. That’s why ClarityCheck exists. It’s...
Read moreDetailsNewport Town Centre will be transformed into a festive winter wonderland next Saturday (15th November) as the Newport and Carisbrooke Community Council hosts ‘A Magical Day of Christmas’, a free celebration for all the family. The all-day event promises live...
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