LATE-NIGHT CAR FIRE BLOCKS RURAL ROAD NEAR BRIGHSTONE
26th July 2026
RYDE MAN STOLE ENERGY DRINK BECAUSE IT WAS ‘TOO HOT’
26th July 2026
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A 1Leisures Exercise on Referral Scheme customer has been celebrating their success since joining the "life-changing" programme. The exercise on referral scheme is open to anyone with a medical condition that would benefit from taking part in physical activity on...
Read moreDetailsA competitive team of 12 swimmers will head aim to make a splash at the 2023 Island Games in Guernsey next week. Team Isle of Wight will be made up of the following athletes; Will Davidson, Rossen Martin, Ben Van...
Read moreDetailsEsplanade has announced a new, long-term fundraising partnership supporting Mountbatten Isle of Wight. Mountbatten has provided support to the families of many Esplanade staff and customers and in recognition of the important role it plays within the Island community Esplanade...
Read moreDetailsCowes Classics Day, held on The Parade in Cowes this Sunday (9th July) is a unique celebration of classic transport, open to all and free of charge. Attractions include 50 classic cars and buses, historic motorboats and yachts. Weather permitting,...
Read moreDetailsThe Island’s alt-rock band, Killing Morton, have released a new single, 'Militia', inspired by animal rights activist, Barry Horne. Leaning heavily on Manic Street Preachers for musical and lyrical influence, the song documents animal rights activist Barry Horne and the...
Read moreDetailsRyde Town is getting a vibrant makeover with the installation of a new community mural aimed at deterring anti-social graffiti. The eye-catching mural can now be seen on the WightFibre cabinet located near the entrance of the Co-op car park...
Read moreDetailsHeart-breaking figures from the RSPCA show an alarming increase in intentional cruelty against animals including 21 reports from the Isle of Wight last year. Overall, the number of reports made nationally to the charity’s cruelty line about intentional harm to...
Read moreDetailsThe Isle of Wight Golf team will be looking to bring a gold medal back home when they take to the green at L'Ancresse in Guernsey next week. Manager George Foreman and assistant manager Brian Price will oversee both teams....
Read moreDetailsOlivia ‘Libby’ Finch took charge of Cowes RNLI lifeboat for the first time on a real shout over the weekend (Sunday) - since qualifying 2 months ago as the station’s first female helm. She joined 3 male crew members to...
Read moreDetailsThe Isle of Wight Council is making it easier for tradespeople to park close to where they are working. A new business waiver permit is now available giving flexibility for tradespeople visiting customers where parking restrictions would normally apply. The...
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