Strike action by members of the British Medical Association (BMA) will affect services across the Isle of Wight later this week. Resident doctors (formerly known as junior doctors) who are members of the BMA are due to take part in...

Over 2,000 students were suspended on the Isle of Wight in the 2023/24 school year, according to figures from the Department of Education. The new data reveals that an astonishing 1 in 7 students missed time at school due to...

It was smooth sailing for 21 members of Wight Tri during the 3rd summer swim/run event at the Duver in St Helens on Friday evening (18th July). Participants chose between a 200m or 400m swim around 2 orange buoys in...

Over 30 Ryde Academy Sixth Form students are gearing up to conquer Mount Snowdon next week in a determined fundraising mission for the MS Society. The ambitious group, who have just completed their final practice hike, are ready to tackle...

The annual Chillerton Flower Show is set to return next Saturday (26th July), promising a traditional afternoon packed with village activities. Exhibits will be displayed in the main marquee showcasing vegetables, flowers, home baking, children’s classes, photography and artwork. Visitors...

Delighted staff at Specsavers Ryde pulled out all the stops this month to mark their 21st anniversary - and raise funds for Mountbatten Hospice. The Union Street team served up cakes, cupcakes and games for customers and passers-by as they...

The Royal Isle of Wight County Hospital in Ryde - now sadly demolished - was the Island's first genuine hospital. There had been a Leper Hospital in Gunville in the 13th century, but it is unknown when this closed. Until...

Students at Greenmount Primary School are turning the page on a new chapter after celebrating the opening of their brand-new library - made possible thanks to a £6,000 investment and the tireless efforts of the school’s PTA. Local children’s author...

Young equestrians from Niton Primary School have trotted away with top honours after taking 1st place at this year’s Island Interschools Show Jumping competition. The event, held at Little Kennerley Farm on 3rd July, saw 12 primary schools compete for...

A new charitable fund has been launched by Robin Hill to support families across the Isle of Wight who are struggling to make ends meet. The Robin Hill Fund, which will be facilitated and administered by local grant-giving charity WightAID,...