Scouts said a big thank you to the 400 Scouting volunteers on the Isle of Wight last weekend on 'Thank you day' (Sunday 5th). The volunteers who take up roles like administrators, beaver leaders and youth commissioners play an important...

Older drivers are being urged to take advantage of the help available to them so that they can stay safe on the road for longer. This comes after a recent incident in Southampton in which a 70 year old man...

An Isle of Wight Bird Rehab facility is staring closure in the face after donations have dried up. Isle of Wight Wild Bird Rehabilitation, Mr 'Wally' AWOL and Friends, said it may have to close as soon as the end...

A community-voted playground for older children has been opened at the Downside Community Centre. The playground boasts a basket swing, two normal swings, a multiplay climbing frame, a miniature skate ramp and grinding rail and a four-way spinning swing. Whilst...

Toilets next to Hinks Café on the revetment between Sandown and Shanklin have been closed indefinitely due to major issues with the drainage system. Closed on Thursday (1st June), the closure is for the foreseeable future whilst a new PCL...

Police are searching for a thief who stole more than £3,000 worth of jewellery from a shop in Shanklin before making his getaway on a pushbike. The incident occurred at Isle of Wight Jewellers on Regent Street - at the...

Up to 323 extra car spaces will be available to help ease parking congestion at the Needles Landmark Attraction throughout the peak holidays.  Plans have been put forward to increase the number of days the attraction can use the overspill...

The dedication and value of volunteers will be celebrated by Mountbatten this week. The charity will mark Volunteers’ Week, which runs from 1st – 7th June, with a party and awards ceremony to thank those who give their time to...

A number of local businesses have been shortlisted in the final round of the Muddy Stilettos Awards 2022 with the chance to win a regional crown in their respective categories.  5 Isle of Wight establishments across 6 categories have made...

Delays of up to 1 hour are hitting Red Funnel this morning, affecting passengers returning home on their vehicle ferry after the half-term and bank holiday weekend.  This follows reported 30-minute delays earlier this morning after disruption to the service...