Independent training provider HTP Apprenticeship College has once again marked the achievement of learners with a Graduation ceremony, recognising the progress of more than 50 Higher Apprentices. The award presentations took place at Newport Minster on November 28th, where the...

The governors of Godshill Primary School are seeking a review of the Isle of Wight Council's decision to close their school. A proposal has been made that Godshill merges with with Arreton and Wroxall to create a single school in...

The Bishop of Portsmouth has pledged to appeal against the proposed closure of three Church of England schools on the Isle of Wight. The Rt Rev Jonathan Frost today (6th December) expressed his concerns about the consultation process carried out...

Christmas has come early for Friends of the Animals, thanks to the incredible generosity of Needles Lodge 2838, who have raised an impressive £4,000 to support the charity’s work. The money was raised through a range of activities, including a...

With the donations received at a recent concert by the Newchurch Male Voice Choir and the young soloist Will Kent, the sum of £500 was presented to Brian Harris, Chair of The Museum of Ryde by Bob Cooper, Vice Chair...

Wroxall Station was at the heart of village life for the 100 years it was in operation - from 1866 to 1966. The development of Wroxall owed much to the railway. Many of the houses in the main street were...

The last keepers at The Needles were evacuated from the lighthouse on 8th December 1994, bringing an end to 136 years of manned operation. On that day, the weather almost succeeded to keep the lighthouse keepers in situ as furious storms...

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance is on the cusp of hitting £1 million towards its Operation Airbase appeal by Christmas, having raised £860,00 in just 12 weeks.     The charity needs to raise £3.6 million to convert and equip...

The Isle of Wight Conservatives have unveiled their first wave of candidates to stand in the 2025 Isle of Wight local elections.  Phase 1 of the candidate selection process is now complete, with candidates officially confirmed to contest their respective...

Storm Darragh has forced the postponement of all Isle of Wight Wessex League games this afternoon. It is also unlikely that any Hampshire Cup games featuring cross-Solent travel will be played. 4 Isle of Wight teams - W&B, Brading Town,...