With the eyes of the sailing world set to fall on the Isle of Wight, the local NHS is urging residents to take extra care to stay safe in the sun. More sunny weather is forecast during Cowes Week so...

Residents at Vecta House nursing home in Newport recently enjoyed their own private classic car show in the grounds of the home. A group of automotive enthusiasts from the Vectis Historic Vehicle Club visited the home on 20th July, where...

A fire in amongst undergrowth at the side of the carriageway has closed Long Lane near Downend this morning (Friday). 2 pumping appliances from Newport are in attendance around halfway along the busy stretch of road between Robin Hill roundabout...

Islander Peter Taylor has been announced as the new Chairman of the Isle of Wight Steam Railway. He takes over the reins from Peter Conway, who has retired from the board following 21 years of service. Peter has a lifelong...

The Isle of Wight's Adam Hose has become Worcestershire’s first signing for the 2023 season, putting pen to paper on a 3-year contract until the end of the 2025 season. The 29-year-old former Ventnor batsman is making a move to...

Travelling abroad can be exciting and educational, but it’s always important to have the right amount of preparation. Whether you’re travelling for business, pleasure or even discovering new insects with your scientific work, there are still some countries in Europe...

Southern Water has confirmed that a hosepipe ban will be coming into force across the Isle of Wight next Friday (5th August) - with a £1,000 fine for anyone who breaches the restrictions. For the first time in 10 years,...

A large scale, multi-agency search for a person potentially in the water off Ryde has concluded this morning (Friday) following several hours of searching overnight. Coastguard Rescue 175, Ryde Inshore Rescue, Gosport and Fareham Inshore Rescue and local Coastguard Rescue...

Newport & Carisbrooke Community Council has reported an increase in vandalism in the town’s public toilets, which is resulting in the closure of much-needed facilities. Recent incidents include toilets being deliberately blocked, fires, electrical fittings damaged, graffiti, toilet seats removed...

The winning numbers in this week’s Isle of Wight Lottery draw (29th July 2022) are… Amount (£) Number £1,000.00 13122 £100.00 8092 £100.00 8768 £100.00 17183 £100.00 15263 £100.00 14460 £100.00 13409 £100.00 6338 £100.00 10742 £100.00 12489 £100.00 13436