Coastal parts of the Isle of Wight will be affected by fog today (Saturday), according to IW Met Service. A yellow weather warning has been issued by local forecasters and is in force until 22:00 tonight. Areas of fog will...

Island schools will continue to provide emergency childcare cover over the 2-week Easter holidays so key workers can continue to provide vital services in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. While the Island and the country stay at home to...

As the country fights the biggest crisis since World War II, disrespectful vandals have defaced a memorial to those who served their country and paid the ultimate sacrifice. The war memorial at Furrlongs, just off Coppins Bridge, is made up...

During this time of unprecedented crisis, security is more important than ever before with businesses closed, holiday homes empty and fewer eyes and ears on the streets. Vectis Group Security, a family-run Isle of Wight business, are vowing to keep...

Hampshire Constabulary is reminding Islanders about non-essential travel over the Easter period, especially with an upturn in weather expected. Normally, the Easter holidays would signify catching up with family and friends and spending time outside in the many open spaces,...

Retained firefighters in Sandown responded to reports of a property fire earlier this afternoon (Friday). At around 14:25, the Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service mobilised to an address on Carter Street. It was quickly discovered that the fire...

2 new confirmed cases of coronavirus have been identified on the Isle of Wight, according to the latest official Public Health England figures today (Friday). The news comes after it was announced that a third person has died on the...

Police on the Isle of Wight are appealing for witnesses and information following an incident in Sandown last night (Thursday), in which a 35-year-old man sustained a fractured skull. The incident occurred in Crescent Road at around 23:00. The victim,...

Churchers Solicitors, who maintain an office in Ryde, has today (Friday) confirmed the planned acquisition of fellow Isle of Wight firm, Walter Gray & Co.   Founded in 1888, Churchers Solicitors currently operates 5 south coast offices, in addition to...

Military planners have identified ways to significantly increase bed capacity on the Isle of Wight at both the St Mary's Hospital site in Newport and at other locations around the Island. With the number of patients presenting with coronavirus symptoms...