An Isle of Wight Council staff member who ran the London Marathon on Sunday has described conditions as tough. Allan Bridges, 1 Leisure sales manager, ran the 26.2 mile course in 4 hrs 55 mins and 30 secs in the...

On Friday (27th April), from 10:00 until 12noon, Action on Hearing Loss will be at Sandown Health Centre offering FREE hearing checks. This service is available exclusively on the Isle of Wight for over 18s as part of the Charity’s GP Engagement...

Red Funnel has announced the appointment of Fran Collins as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) with effect from 11th June 2018, as Kevin George, the previous CEO, moves to be Red Funnel Group Chairman. Fran joins Red Funnel from...

Bob Seely MP has welcomed an independent review into the performance of the new South Western Railway franchise, which runs the Island Line. Transport Secretary Chris Grayling has ordered the investigation following concerns about SWR’s capability since taking over and...

The Isle of Wight Council is taking measures to prevent queueing at Lynnbottom Tip at Downend, but they aren't reverting the opening times back to normal summer hours. The slip road outside the household waste and recycling centre, which has...

Red Funnel has announced a range of Isle of Wight ferry travel discounts for members of the Armed Forces. The offers, which are valid year-round, include savings on vehicle and foot passenger travel and are available for anyone with an...

The Federation of Nettlestone and Newchurch Primary School secured second place in last night's (Tuesday's) J Rock event at the Portsmouth Guildhall with their performance 'Search for the immortal soul'. A total of 11 schools from across Hampshire and the...

MP Bob Seely is urging Island residents to take part in the latest National Rural Crime Network survey. Respondents will be asked about rural crime where they live and work and the last survey found the financial cost of offences...

After what was an excellent season with only 2 defeats throughout the whole campaign, local side F.C. Bayern Bru are Leisure Leagues Division 1 Champions again following their previous title back in 2013. As a result of their league success,...

VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2018 The Isle of Wight’s very own Daily Mirror Visit England Tourism Superstar danced his way on to the stage last night (Monday) to receive his very special award. Cowes man Jim O’Reilly picked up his...