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Empty office space in Freshwater village, in what used to be a Lloyds Bank, is proposed to be flats. Plans have been submitted to the Isle of Wight Council to renovate and alter the Tennyson Buildings, on the corner of...

Vaccination appointments are available for residents who are eligible at the Riverside Vaccination Centre in Newport on the Isle of Wight, including those who are aged 30 years and over, and those requiring the Pfizer jab. Vaccinations continue to be...

It was eyes to the skies this week as some unfamiliar sights not only took off - but in some cases landed - on the Isle of Wight! Another balloon Newport - Photo credit Andy Wild West Wight Near Yarmouth...

A nail studio in St Helens will not have to be taken down after a retrospective planning application was granted permission. Built over lockdown to ensure the business could be as Covid-secure as possible, the outbuilding used as a nail...

A popular paddling pool on East Cowes seafront has reopened for the summer season, the Town Council has announced today (Friday). The pool, which is free to use and located next to the children's play park, regularly attracts parents of...

Island Roads has issued a reminder to motorists in East Cowes to use the signed diversion in place during the ongoing York Avenue improvement works in the town. The highways contractor says that the diversion offers a safe route for...

This Volunteers Week, Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service (HIWFRS) are looking for new volunteer Safe and Well advisors on the Isle of Wight, to help support the free home fire safety visits they offer to the...

Over a thousand pounds worth of damage has been caused after Sandown and Shanklin Rugby and Football Club was once again struck by mindless vandals. Images have been released by the club of a group of youths who were seen...

The future of a Niton pottery has been saved – after plans to turn the shop were withdrawn following a public backlash. Plans were submitted to turn the Tregear Pottery studio on Niton High Street into a three-bed bungalow, by...

The winning numbers in this week’s IW Lottery draw (4th June 2021) are… Amount (£) Number £1,000.00 16417 £100.00 11484 £100.00 15867 £100.00 1094 £100.00 9345 £100.00 6458 £100.00 8984 £100.00 9618 £100.00 7001 £100.00 11688 £100.00 13257