‘Critical’ repair works are needed to prevent the collapse of a historic stone barn wall within the grounds of Northwood House. The heritage charity has applied for Listed Building Consent to repair stonework on the east elevation of a ‘neglected’...

Plans for a new fire station in East Cowes have been hailed as a 'victory for safety in the making' and 'common sense' but local councillor, Karl Love. Councillor Love has welcomed Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue...

Councillor Phil Jordan has clung on to his role as Leader of the Isle of Wight Council for another 12 months, thanks to a casting vote by Councillor Ian Dore. At tonight's Full Council meeting, Cllr Jordan was re-elected as...

The new chair of Newport and Carisbrooke Community Council, Vix Lowthion, has said it's an 'incredible honour' to be elected at such an 'exciting' time in local government. Taking over from Councillor Martin Oliver at NCCC’s annual meeting, Councillor Vix...

The Isle of Wight Council has made a U-turn on a decision to cut funding for Isle of Wight community pantries, described as fantastic news for those dependent on them. Household Support Fund 7 (HSF) investment worth £295,000 has been...

A controversial Isle of Wight house conversion bid has resurfaced, a little over 2 weeks after previous plans were withdrawn. Plan Research has submitted a new planning application to County Hall for a conversion within Hurstleigh – a large villa-style...

Stylish eco-lodges, a sympathetic planting scheme and the rescue of dilapidated railway carriages have been proposed as remedies for a seaside beauty spot in the East Wight, dubbed a ‘bombsite’. Andrew Palmer, Director of Duver Enterprises, was centre stage at...

It’s lights, camera, action for a new film studio on the Isle of Wight as the Council has now finalised the sale of land on the banks of the River Medina. The disposal of Kingston Marine Park in Whippingham to...

Plans for a radical shake-up of the Isle of Wight Council could be formally approved this week - and tomorrow night's meeting might bring some surprises too. At tomorrow's (Wednesday's) Full Council annual meeting, local councillors are due to decide...

Isle of Wight parents will have to pay more for Post 16 SEN travel assistance from September, it has been confirmed. Director of Children’s Services, Ashley Whittaker, has approved changes to the Isle of Wight Council’s Post 16 Transport Policy...