A 42-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of knocking out an elderly gentleman in his 80s, in what has been described by Police as a shocking and unprovoked attack. This afternoon (Sunday), Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary issued...

The Isle of Wight Crematorium is hosting an open day, inviting the community to explore its serene grounds and learn more about the services provided. The special event aims to highlight the comprehensive care and support offered by the crematorium,...

Freshwater Parish Council has extended a sincere thanks to Niton Primary School for their outstanding fundraising efforts to support the building of the new Freshwater Skate Park. On Friday 28th March, the school hosted 'Green House Day,' where the entire...

Police have launched an investigation after an 82-year-old man, who was making his way to Mountbatten Hospice, was knocked unconscious in a violent, unprovoked attack - simply for telling a motorcyclist to slow down. The truly shocking incident is said...

Continuing engine woes onboard the aging Red Eagle have resulted in another day of cancellations on Red Funnel’s vehicle ferry service. It was first thing yesterday morning (Saturday) that Red Eagle developed an engine fault as she travelled up Southampton...

If you live on the Isle of Wight or have ever spent time here, weather, ferry times, and a good internet connection dictate the rhythm of life. And when the weather turns sideways, and you’re not in the mood to...

As the sun sets on another day, the life-saving work of the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Air Ambulance continues - this time with a call out to the outskirts of Newport. Flying medics have touched down in a field...

Power cables brought down across the carriageway as a result of a car crashing into a pole has led to an emergency closure in Freshwater this morning (Saturday). A white Audi estate has collided head-on into electricity pole on School...

Engine issues onboard Red Funnel’s Red Eagle vehicle ferry - which only returned to service this morning (Saturday) - has led to the cancellation of at least 2 sailings, with the potential for disruption to services all day.  Red Eagle...

The driver of a van has escaped with minor injuries after losing control of the vehicle at speed and crashing into a hedgerow on the outskirts of Ryde tonight (Friday). Police, paramedics and firefighters were all called to Smallbrook Lane...