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The Isle of Wight Council has unveiled a stark draft budget for 2026-27, warning of a £20million structural deficit and setting out proposals that include a 4.99% council tax rise, service reductions and a cross-council staffing cut programme. The authority...

Hovertravel is celebrating a significant boost in group travel demand after leading coach holiday operator Caledonian Travel increased its bookings with the cross-Solent service by over 100 %, with 30 dedicated craft sailings now secured for the 2026 season.

RSPCA Isle of Wight has announced the appointment of Maggie LLoyd as its new Chair of Trustees.

Talented young mathematicians at The Bay CE School secondary site are celebrating after achieving excellent results in the prestigious UK Mathematics Trust (UKMT) Maths Challenge.

The Isle of Wight Council is reminding eligible residents to return their Utility Support Scheme claim forms by the end of February to ensure they receive their payment before the end of March.

A structured community workshop will take place on 7th March to help generate practical proposals for the future of Ventnor Winter Gardens.

Joe Robertson has criticised the Government’s decision to cancel the Islands Forum and Connectivity Project, calling the move deeply concerning for the Isle of Wight.

Just over 5,000 Isle of Wight voters are about to get a letter from the Council saying their postal vote has been cancelled.

The increase is expected to boost the council's coffers by an extra £241,000...

Freshwater Independent Lifeboat is appealing for public support to help fund major renovations to its lifeboat station.