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A new MC Federation affiliated motocross practice track has opened on the Isle of Wight. The track, off Military Road at Brighstone, is home to a new local motocross club called MotoxIOW. The site boasts 2 tracks; a smaller one...

A senior councillor has shared his frustrations about the lack of Wightlink's usual passenger service to and from Ryde, saying that it is 'cutting off the Island'. As lockdown restrictions start easing and with a potential increase in visitors to...

Traffic cops from the mainland have spent the weekend carrying out enforcement checks across the Isle of Wight, but the action attracted some negative reactions near Blackgang today (Sunday). Officers from Hampshire Constabulary's Roads Policing Unit have been out and...

Local campaigners have said it is ‘highly disappointing’ to see developers ‘attempt to destroy’ farmland in Ryde in a 475-house development. Following news last week Captiva Homes is continuing with its application to build houses, a doctor’s surgery and landscaped...

A primary school in Ryde has maintained its good Ofsted rating — but inspectors said more could be done to ensure all pupils achieve well. Greenmount Primary School, on St Vincent’s Road (the former home of Mayfield Middle School) is...

Motorists are being warned that it is now illegal to drive up a section of Ryde High Street, with drivers facing a fine and penalty points on their licence if caught. Despite objections from Ryde residents and businesses alike, changes...

Red Funnel has announced it has obtained the UK-wide industry standard and consumer 'We’re Good to Go' mark from Visit England. The mark shows that Red Funnel is adhering to government and public health guidelines as it continues to welcome...

Islanders are being asked their views on plans for the future of Cowes Harbour, including the combination of the Cowes Harbour Commission and the town Waterfront Trust. The Cowes Harbour Advisory Committee stakeholder representatives met on Friday (3rd July) to...

The Isle of Wight Council and its partners are urging residents to stay safe this weekend as pubs and hospitality venues open their doors for the first time since lockdown. The Local Resilience Forum (LRF) is reminding Islanders to continue to follow...

A LGBTQ+ support service on the Isle of Wight will remain open thanks to funding from NHS Isle of Wight Clinical Commissioning Group. Breakout Youth, a charity youth provision run by staff and volunteers, was due to close at the...