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AJ's Diner in Ryde has been slapped with a 1-star food hygiene rating after Environmental Health inspectors visited the establishment earlier this year. Inspectors paid a visit to the American-style diner at the Royal Victoria Arcade on Union Street in...

On the anniversary of Russia’s barbaric and deplorable invasion of Ukraine, the Ukrainian national flag was raised on Friday at County Hall. The poignant moment of reflection was attended by several Ukrainians who have made the Island their home since...

This year's edition of the popular Rhythmtree Festival has been cancelled. The news broke this afternoon (Friday) with organisers releasing a lengthy statement on their website. Those in charge of the Cowes-based event cited financial pressures as the main reason...

PedalAid, the Isle of Wight dedicated app that encourages cycling, is seeking monthly sponsors for the rest of 2023, as well as new cyclists to take up the regular challenges. PedalAid sets a monthly challenge for everyone using the app,...

A former bathroom showroom in Wootton could be turned into flats, removing a large commercial premises from the High Street. There are already 2 flats above the former Atlantis Heating and Plumbing showroom on Wootton High Street, but that number...

Blackgang Chine, the UK’s oldest theme park, has announced the launch of its newest attraction, 'Extinction'. From Saturday 25th March 25, Blackgang visitors will have the chance to experience the hair-raising pendulum swing that reaches heights of 18 meters, almost...

A 14-year-old arrested and charged with offences relating to anti-social behaviour in the West Wight has been handed an 8-month Referral Order by the courts. It comes just weeks after a public meeting was held to discuss the severe anti-social...

The winning numbers in this week’s Isle of Wight Lottery draw (24th February 2023) are… Amount (£) Number £1,000.00 14680 £100.00 6016 £100.00 17682 £100.00 17702 £100.00 1882 £100.00 9165 £100.00 8304 £100.00 13436 £100.00 14159 £100.00 17463 £100.00 16257

The Isle of Wight Council is seeking funding of £700,000 to create enhanced pedestrian routes through the heart of Ryde Town, connecting with the new interchange on the Esplanade. It's hoped that the injection of cash will transform Ryde High...

The following planning applications and appeals have been submitted to the Isle of Wight Council and can be viewed online at www.iwight.com/planning. Alternatively, they can be viewed at Seaclose Offices, Fairlee Road, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 2QS. Comments on the...