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It's 5 stars all around in the latest batch of food hygiene inspections on the Isle of Wight as inspectors dish out the top rating for 12 establishments - plus a 4 star for a previously poorly graded takeaway in...

A Newport home has been partially closed by police, working in partnership with Sovereign Housing, following persistent anti-social behaviour and disorder. Activity at the address, in Manor Crescent, had been having a negative impact on the quality of life of...

New figures from the Office for National Statistics have shown a decrease in the number of residents on the Isle of Wight claiming so-called 'out of work benefits'. The figures show that 4,785 people are currently claiming benefits such as...

A Cowes pub has had its music licence extended despite a neighbour’s objection bringing it before an Isle of Wight Council committee. The Vectis Tavern on Cowes High Street has been granted permission by the authority to play music until...

Wightlink has announced that a temporary reduced timetable will come into force until the 23rd June on its Fishbourne to Porstmouth service following the withdrawal of the Victoria of Wight. The ferry company’s largest ship, Victoria of Wight, was withdrawn...

Sailing charity, UKSA, has launched its 2021 Sea.Change Foundation Programme that aims to get teenagers across the UK to learn about training and careers in the maritime sector; with funding available for those who need it. The Sea.Change Foundation enables...

The Isle of Wight has recorded blisteringly high temperatures of over 30C on what has officially been declared as the hottest day of 2021. Islanders who were lucky enough to be off work mid-week joined those who are on their...

Sunseekers will soon be able to take advantage of a fleet of kayaks, paddleboards, and sun loungers on the beach in Ryde. Ryde Town Council has announced that planning permission for a storage container - to be located next to...

The new Police & Crime Commissioner for Hampshire, Donna Jones, met with Isle of Wight MP Bob Seely on Friday to hear more about his concerns in relation to petty crime, domestic violence, hate crimes, drugs and speeding across the...

Certas Energy’s new fuel depot on the Isle of Wight has been recommended for approval by the planning authority. Potentially joining CECAMM on the Island Technology Park site in Whippingham is a fuel depot for the fuels company which would...