Esplanade has announced that tickets are now on sale for the 6th annual Esplanade & Thompson's Charity Gala Dinner. Esplanade will be transforming its car showroom in Cowes into an impressive entertainment venue and cannot wait to welcome supporters to...

The Isle of Wight Council is working with Autism Inclusion Matters and People Matter Isle of Wight to host a series of workshops to speak to autistic people, their families and friends about our local Autism Strategy. As part of...

Finalists shortlisted for the biggest event in the Solent’s maritime calendar - the prestigious Maritime UK Solent Awards 2023 - have been announced today (18th August).  The shortlisted finalists were selected by an independent panel of maritime industry experts from more...

Ryde Carnival has announced that bookings are now live for the much-anticipated wheelchair-accessible viewing platform at Eastern Gardens in the town. This platform will provide an exceptional viewing point for both the Main Carnival and the spectacular Illuminated Carnival, ensuring...

Friends of the Animals volunteer Pat Metcalf completed a tandem skydive last week to raise money for the charity. Last Thursday (10th August), volunteer Pat completed the daring feat to raise funds for the animal charity, which is based on...

The following planning applications and appeals have been submitted to the Isle of Wight Council and can be viewed online at www.iwight.com/planning. Alternatively, they can be viewed at Seaclose Offices, Fairlee Road, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 2QS. Comments on the applications...

Natural England has admitted that they made a mistake in a recently released report that stated Appley Steps in Shanklin were to be closed permanently, with it now understood the closure could be a temporary measure. As previously reported by...

Cowes RNLI lifeboat was launched to assist a motorboat with 2 people and a dog aboard which has run aground in Osborne Bay this morning (Thursday). The lifeboat, which launched at 11:48, managed to tow the boat off the gravel....

Presented by the Apollo Youth Theatre, Peter Pan Forever, written by Karl Whitmore and directed by Mish Whitmore, must be hailed as a true triumph. A refusal to grow old may seem an ironic comment on a show which required...

Orchard House Care Home hosted a heart-warming celebration in honour of National Alzheimer's Cupcake Day. The event, held on Wednesday (16th August), brought together residents and staff for a day of joy and connection. The highlight of the day was...