Fire crews from Shanklin and Ryde worked to contain and extinguish a fire at a flat in Ventnor earlier this evening (Thursday). It was just before 18:40 that Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service mobilised 2 appliances...

Police have secured a full closure order on a flat in the heart of Newport, which should improve the lives of people living in the vicinity. This week, the Isle of Wight Magistrates’ Court was presented with evidence of excessive...

A report detailing proposed changes to the Island Planning Strategy has been published ahead of a key meeting of the Isle of Wight Council’s Policy, Finance and Resources Committee next week. The committee will consider the report and make recommendations...

A computer error has forced the closure of Portsmouth Harbour this afternoon (Thursday), with the King's Harbour Master unable to authorise vessels to enter or exit the harbour. Wightlink's car ferry and Fastcat services to and from Fishbourne and Ryde...

A major search and rescue response to a reported boat fire off the Isle of Wight, involving 2 lifeboats, a Coastguard Rescue helicopter and Border Force, is thought to be a hoax - with no stricken vessel or anyone in...

Concerns for the welfare of an individual have led the Police, Coastguard and the RNLI to respond to both Culver Down and Seaview. It was just before 10:50 this morning (Thursday) that HM Coastguard mobilised 2 Coastguard Rescue Teams, from...

The Isle of Wight Council is urging residents to go green this Halloween and help reduce the environmental impact of the spooky season. Halloween is one of the biggest waste-generating events in the UK, with plastic decorations, sweet wrappers, costumes...

A leading cardiac charity has seen fundraising success at its recent Isle of Wight quiz and curry night, raising more than £1,500. Hosted at the Royal Solent Yacht Club in Yarmouth earlier this month, the quiz night saw 10 enthusiastic...

The UK bookmaking industry may be nearing its biggest financial shakeup in over a decade. With Chancellor Rachel Reeves set to deliver Labour's November 2025 budget, bookmakers across the country are facing the prospect of tax increases that industry insiders...

A mum has praised the 'incredible' team at Waterside Pool in Ryde after her young son’s pram rolled into the Canoe Lake while they were feeding the ducks - prompting a dramatic rescue and a reminder of the risks around...