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COMMUNITY URGED TO ‘BUY A BRICK’ TO SECURE LIFEBOAT STATION’S FUTURE
Freshwater Independent Lifeboat is appealing for public support to help fund major renovations to its lifeboat station.
Read moreDetailsCONCERNS MOUNT OVER TRAFFIC, FLOOD RISK AND POTHOLES DURING 3-MONTH CLOSURE
The one-way closure of a key artery on the Isle of Wight has caused or heightened concern over issues such as dangerous driving by a school, potholes, congestion and business costs.
Read moreDetailsSWANN CLAIMS ISLAND STAGES VICTORY IN TREACHEROUS CONDITIONS
Torrential rain and treacherous conditions failed to dampen the spirit of competitors and spectators at this year’s Island Stages Rally, although severe weather ultimately forced organisers to cancel half of the planned competitive action.
Read moreDetailsSHANKLIN CENTRAL COUNCILLOR ENDORSES HOPE ROAD FLAT DEVELOPMENT
A scheme to transform a derelict section of a family-run hotel into 13 flats has been endorsed by an Isle of Wight county councillor.
Read moreDetailsISLANDERS OFFERED FREE SUPPORT TO BOOST FINANCIAL CONFIDENCE
Ryde Town Council is inviting Island residents to a FREE Financial Wellbeing Session, designed to help you take control of your finances, build confidence, and plan for a secure future.
Read moreDetailsHEALTH BOOST AS SMART WATCH LOAN PILOT ROLLS OUT ACROSS ISLE OF WIGHT
Isle of Wight residents aged 16 and over will now have the chance to borrow a physical activity smart watch from their local library as part of a new pilot project.
Read moreDetailsAUTISM AND ADHD HUB CONFIRMED FOR ISLE OF WIGHT IN NEW NHS CONTRACT
Autism Hampshire has been awarded the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Autism and ADHD Information, Advice and Guidance Service and Community Hubs contract, which will see dedicated support delivered for adults on the Isle of Wight from April 2026. Commissioned...
Read moreDetailsMAJORITY OF HEALTH FEEDBACK ON THE ISLE OF WIGHT IS ‘NEGATIVE’ SAYS HEALTHWATCH
Isle of Wight residents are reporting lengthy waits for several frontline health services, a watchdog has found.
Read moreDetailsISLE OF WIGHT HOSPICE JOINS NATIONAL ‘THIS IS HOSPICE CARE’ CAMPAIGN
"Please consider leaving us a gift in your Will" say 3 south coast hospices, as Mountbatten Hampshire, Mountbatten Isle of Wight and Oakhaven Hospice unite for a national campaign.
Read moreDetailsLAST CHANCE TO ENTER HEARTBEAT’S BEAT THE HEAT QUIZ NIGHT IN RYDE
Final team places remain for the Beat the Heat charity quiz night at Ryde Castle on 5th March, as organisers Heartbeat prepare for another evening of fundraising on the Isle of Wight.
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