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Local authorities in England, including the Isle of Wight Council and all Town and Parish Councils, have been handed new powers to hold public meetings virtually by using video or telephone conferencing technology from today (Saturday).  The Government has temporarily removed the legal requirement...

Island schools will continue to provide emergency childcare cover over the 2-week Easter holidays so key workers can continue to provide vital services in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. While the Island and the country stay at home to...

As the country fights the biggest crisis since World War II, disrespectful vandals have defaced a memorial to those who served their country and paid the ultimate sacrifice. The war memorial at Furrlongs, just off Coppins Bridge, is made up...

During this time of unprecedented crisis, security is more important than ever before with businesses closed, holiday homes empty and fewer eyes and ears on the streets. Vectis Group Security, a family-run Isle of Wight business, are vowing to keep...

Hampshire Constabulary is reminding Islanders about non-essential travel over the Easter period, especially with an upturn in weather expected. Normally, the Easter holidays would signify catching up with family and friends and spending time outside in the many open spaces,...

We may be into the second week of the Coronavirus Lockdown but it hasn't stopped our Readers from capturing some of the Island's beauty.  Peacock butterfly at Chillerton (Linda Belcher) A lockdown smile at Chillerton (Linda Belcher) Wild Beauty at...

Retained firefighters in Sandown responded to reports of a property fire earlier this afternoon (Friday). At around 14:25, the Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service mobilised to an address on Carter Street. It was quickly discovered that the fire...

Churchers Solicitors, who maintain an office in Ryde, has today (Friday) confirmed the planned acquisition of fellow Isle of Wight firm, Walter Gray & Co.   Founded in 1888, Churchers Solicitors currently operates 5 south coast offices, in addition to...

A number of properties and land on the Isle of Wight have been sold in an online auction. They were acquired in Clive Emson Auctioneers’ latest regional sale, which was held solely online due to COVID-19 precautions. A 4-bedroom mid-terrace...

A house in Sandown is set to be demolished and a block of 9 flats built in its place as planning permission is granted. The house, 33 Carter Street, was a single 4-bedroom house which had reportedly fallen into a...