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The Ryde–Newport line carried its first passengers on 20th December 1875 - 150 years ago today.

In just 5 years, Isle of Wight-based Apex Competition has transformed from a local venture into one of the UK’s most trusted raffle-based websites, hitting a staggering milestone of £10million in prizes awarded to date. Operating with a community-first ethos,...

Veolia is set to take over the provision of waste collection and disposal services on the Isle of Wight following Thalia Waste Management’s decision to walk away from its £225million contract with the Isle of Wight Council.

The leader of the Conservative group on the Isle of Wight Council, Ed Blake, has voiced his opposition to postponing local elections for a second time, saying 'Islanders have a right to democracy'.

AD: Following a sell-out event last year, GG’s New Year’s Eve celebration returns on Wednesday 31st December with late-night dancing and a live performance from Vote Pedro.

The following planning applications and appeals have been submitted to the Isle of Wight Council.

This is how McDonald’s in Cowes could look, with new details emerging on jobs and opening hours...

A ‘warm and welcoming’ Isle of Wight primary school has been graded good and outstanding after previously being told it ‘requires improvement’.

Hospitals across the South East remain on alert as flu admissions continue to climb coupled with ongoing industrial action by resident doctors.  

Rediscover the magic of Christmas with a nostalgic adventure for the whole family as the Isle of Wight Steam Railway invites you to climb aboard a cozy steam train for an enchanting journey through the frosty countryside.