Bembridge RNLI’s All Weather Lifeboat was launched to assist a 15m sailing yacht in difficulty around 10 miles east of the Isle of Wight last night (Thursday). The casualty vessel, which belongs to UKSA in Cowes, had 6 crew on...

This page contains details of planning applications submitted to the Isle of Wight Council for which the consultation period commences on or after the Friday of publication. Clicking each link will take you through to the application where planning documents...

A report into the circumstances of a plane crash in Sandown earlier this year has concluded that carburettor icing or fuel vapour interrupting the fuel flow may be to blame. The Jodel D120 Modified plane came down on the fairway...

Following the success of their inaugural event on the Isle of Wight, BEDE Events have announced that the London Capital & Finance Osborne House Trials will be returning on 23rd and 24th July 2019. The Isle of Wight welcomed the...

UPDATED: The Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service have been called to a fire near the Hoy Monument on St Catherine's Down this afternoon (Thursday). Appliances from Newport and Shanklin, as well as water carriers from Freshwater and Ventnor,...

Karen Mennie from Shanklin has been celebrated for her outstanding dedication and passion at Southampton City College’s annual Oscar-style awards event. The event celebrated the College’s outstanding talent by recognising over 40 students and apprentices with over 200 people in...

Councillors are considering plans to take delivery of 24 properties from Pan developer Barratt to kick start a supply of new affordable homes available for Island residents. The move would see the Newport housing come into Isle of Wight Council...

Could you be a lifesaver? St John Ambulance are looking for Islanders to join their team to help save lives and make a difference. An open evening is being held on Thursday 22nd November between 19:00 - 21:00 for anyone...

Nick Matthews with Order of Merit Scratch and Nett Trophies The final event of the summer for the Isle of Wight Junior Golf Development Tour was held at Osborne Golf Club on Sunday (4th November). As the final event it...

Mountbatten’s annual conference has been hailed a success, with many delegates commenting that they will use the information they have gained in their own practice and workplaces. Over 100 people attended the event at Cowes Yacht Haven on Friday (2nd November)....