Local Community News

HM Coastguard is warning people in the South, including the Isle of Wight, of the dangers of getting too close to the coast during this week's wild weather. The weather forecast for the region is predicted to be south or...

The Visit Isle of Wight (VIOW) exhibitions group is flying the flag for tourism by participating in a range of UK and overseas holiday exhibitions.    These shows which comprise of exhibitors from destinations, attractions, entertainment, accommodations and places to...

The Isle of Wight College have successfully won £2.4million to develop a new building for learners with additional neeeds, bringing new investment in the College to a total of £9million, following the recent award for the development of the new...

Sandown Community Partnership is this week celebrating a £6,800 Heritage Lottery Fund grant. The grant is set to create a brand new heritage trail in and around Sandown which will see a signposted tour around Sandown’s life story all the way...

A mix of major savings and key initiatives to stimulate the economy are being proposed in the Isle of Wight Council’s budget strategy report for the next three years, including merging the Island's Fire and Rescue Service with a mainland...

2014 is set to be a busy year for Isle of Wight based sailing charity the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust as they embark on their ambitious three year plan to double the number of young people in recovery from cancer...

The Solent Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) has submitted its draft Strategic Economic Plan to the Government – a £2.4 billion plan to drive growth across the region to 2020. Developed through extensive consultation with local stakeholders, the ambitious plan is...

Following discussions between motorhome owners and senior Wightlink managers as a follow up to the recent Meet the Managers consultation event, the ferry company has announced new rates for customers with motorhomes. A Motorhome special is now available on the...

Hampshire Constabulary are appealing for information following reports of damage to six cars in Ocean View Road, Ventnor nearly two weeks ago. Police are searching fro two men who were seen near to the area at around 04:10 on Sunday...

Thanks to financial help from a variety of funding sources, Storeroom2010 commenced the first of several carpentry courses on Tuesday. 16 unemployed people have been given the opportunity to work towards a NOCN Level 1 Qualification in Carpentry & Joinery...