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Temporary traffic lights on Elenors Grove in Fishbourne are expected to cause congestion on the A3054 all week as SGN undertakes urgent gas network repairs. This isn't the first time that SGN has had to carry out repairs in the...

Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Donna Jones and Island MP Bob Seely are joining forces to host a public meeting to inform Islanders about plans to reduce crime across the Isle of Wight. The meeting will be an opportunity for...

Merriebank lettings celebrated their achievements at the 2023 South Coast Property Awards earlier this month Hosting the awards with great aplomb, comedian, writer, presenter and actor Hal Cruttenden’s humorous anecdotes entertained guests throughout the evening. Having recently won the UK Property...

100% of UKSA Further Education (FE) year 2 students are going straight into employment or further education as the academic year draws to a close. The Isle of Wight based UKSA, reports that 37.5% on the Maritime Foundation NCFE (Level...

Just a few decades ago, sporting a jaunty hat on Sandown Regatta day was an absolute must in the Island seaside town. It’s still a fondly remembered summer tradition for generations of residents. Now, thanks to an Arts Council grant secured by Sandown Carnival,...

Inquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding a late-night car crash on Leeson Road in Ventnor last Friday (23rd June). Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary were called to a report of a vehicle colliding with 2 parked cars...

Ryde Academy and 6th form students enjoyed a trip to London to visit the courts. A group consisting of both our 6th form year 10 Citizenship students embarked on an educational trip to London, where they had the opportunity to...

Photo - Josh Thomas of Capture The Second Photography Large crowds gathered down at Eastern Gardens in Ryde to celebrate Armed Forces Day yesterday (25th June). Armed Forces Day in the United Kingdom is an annual event celebrated in late...

Islanders needing a blood test at St Mary’s Hospital will be asked to book an appointment using a new online system from Tuesday 27th June. Patients will be able to choose a convenient time slot enabling them to plan the...

A man who stole nearly £50,000 in goods and cash from his supermarket employer, Morrisons, has avoided an immediate jail sentence. David Haynes, 28, of Star Street in Ryde appeared before the Isle of Wight Crown Court last Wednesday (21st...