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The current restrictions imposed by the Government mean that only a handful of close family are allowed to attend funerals – but the Diocese of Portsmouth's clergy have found innovative ways to help bereaved families. Clergy across Hampshire and the...

Staff cleaning up produce this morning Scarrotts Lane Bakery in Newport has fallen victim to a burglary overnight, with both the shop and adjoining office damaged - and a nearby cafe was also targeted. As well as the theft of the...

Just days after a devastating fire destroyed their property, a family of 5 have found a new place to live – after their housing association turned an empty house into a furnished family home. Last month a freak fire ravaged...

Pet owners on the Isle of Wight are being reassured that their much-loved animals will still be looked after during the coronavirus pandemic. Veterinary clinics from across the Island have issued a joint statement in response to the ongoing COVID-19...

Over 3,000 businesses on the Isle of Wight have now received their coronavirus grant payment from the Council, according to the latest Government statistics. Business Secretary Alok Sharma confirmed on 1st April that local authorities up and down the country...

Despite increases across the country, reported cases of flytipping on the Isle of Wight remain the same. With the household waste recycling centres at Lynnbottom and Afton Marsh closed to the public still, although with a view to open in...

Cowes Harbour Commission has announced that Clive Blount, Phil Hagen and Jason Losty have recently been appointed to the Cowes Harbour Commission Board. The 3 volunteer Commissioners have joined the CHC Board following an advertising and competitive recruitment process earlier...

The Isle of Wight NHS Trust has launched a new service for passing on essential personal items to patients. The Trust’s new Family Liaison Team will help manage the deliveries and talk families through the process. Last month the Trust,...

Island business ratepayers in the retail, hospitality and leisure sectors, are being sent revised bills taking account of the government’s 100% expanded retail discount scheme. It means that most occupied businesses in these sectors will not have to pay any...

A Freephone mental health crisis helpline for children and young people across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight has been launched today (Monday). Havant and East Hants (HEH) Mind has launched the number - 0300 303 1590 - for 11...