A pioneering chapter in British maritime history has been commemorated with the unveiling of a National Transport Trust Red Wheel plaque at Wightlink’s Lymington ferry terminal.

Drivers in East Cowes are facing further disruption after York Avenue was closed until 28th October, adding to months of ongoing utility works in the area.

Children across the Isle of Wight have stepped into the new school year with a sustainable travel challenge. 

A new funding programme is set to back businesses with £600,000 to support business growth, investment and job creation.

Red squirrels have been found in 93% of woodlands surveyed across the Isle of Wight, highlighting the Island's importance as one of the UK's remaining strongholds for the native species.

A section of promenade between Bonchurch and Wheelers Bay will be closed during weekdays for the next 2 weeks as investigations into the Ventnor Coastal Defence Scheme continue. 

The Isle of Wight Council said that the particular section has been added to the slipway cleaning programme.

The following planning applications and appeals have been submitted to the Isle of Wight Council.

Isle of Wight 2 made a strong start to their 2026/27 Senior British Club League table tennis campaign at Waterside in Southampton over the weekend, picking up 2 wins from their opening 4 matches.

Shanklin Deep Sea Fishing Club has remembered club member Stuart da Silva with a special fishing competition held in his memory, raising money for a cancer charity.