DRIVER FLEES AFTER CAR HITS SIGN AND SPINS
11th July 2026
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Read moreDetailsThe following planning applications and appeals have been submitted to the Isle of Wight Council.
Read moreDetailsA trio of Shanklin Sandown rowers competed last weekend at the largest Junior event in the country, surpassing all expectations at the National Schools Regatta at Dorney Lake Windsor.
Read moreDetailsBREAKING: The collision saw 2 vehicles end up on a grass verge.
Read moreDetailsFlying medics from the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Air Ambulance (HIOWAA) were scrambled to an ongoing medical emergency in East Cowes this morning (Thursday).
Read moreDetailsMayor of Cowes Stuart Ellis welcomed members of the National Street Rod Association to Northwood House on Tuesday (27th May) as part of the Isle of Wight Fun Run 2026.
Read moreDetailsIslanders making the most of the first heatwave of the year are being asked to help keep the Isle of Wight looking its best.
Read moreDetails'The Isle of Wight has a proud shipbuilding heritage and a highly capable workforce'.
Read moreDetailsWith just 30 days to go until kick-off, organisers of the Cherry Godfrey Cup have today announced that tickets are now officially on sale for the 2026 tournament taking place at Victoria Park, Guernsey on 26th – 27th June 2026.
Read moreDetailsGolfers enjoyed glorious sunshine for this year’s McClelland Trophy event at Shanklin & Sandown Golf Club, where Penny Last and Pam Darke secured top spot.
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