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Isle of Wight MP Bob Seely has written to Portsmouth City Council to raise concerns about the impact a Clean Air Zone in the city may have on the Island. Following ministerial direction to improve air quality, Portsmouth City Council...

The appeal to save the historic Paddle Steamer Waverley and ensure that she returns to visit the Isle of Wight next season has seen a recent increase in donations with the total raised so far exceeding £850,000. Over 5,000 people...

The Briddlesford Herd of Pedigree Guernsey cows have once again triumphed at the annual prizegiving and general meeting of the English Guernsey Cattle Society. Of the 16 classes, cows and bulls from the Briddlesford Herd won a total of 7...

Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN) has unveiled its next generation of energy workers to help keep the lights on and tackle climate change. The 40 new recruits will play a vital role in delivering a secure, reliable and cost-effective...

A former pub landlord who had part of his foot amputated after developing sepsis is campaigning to raise awareness of the life-threatening condition. Philip Easton was admitted to hospital 2 weeks after scratching his right foot. His wife Barbara called...

Red Funnel has been nominated in the Green Initiative Award category of the 2019 IW Chamber Business Awards for Excellence. The award recognises commitment to the environment and sustainability and is awarded to businesses that are conscious of the way...

The Waterside Community Trust, operators of Waterside Swimming Pool in Ryde, is seeking to add to its Board of Trustees. Applications from individuals with a strong interest in the ‘Third Sector’ and a belief in the ability of community enterprises...

The cost of driving up Ryde Pier will increase from £1 to £2 on Sunday, although a cheaper contactless payment option is being introduced. Vehicles wishing to drive up the historic 205-year-old structure currently pay a £1 toll fee at...

As part of his continuing campaign for the protection of wildflowers on Island verges, local MP Bob Seely met with a number of stakeholders at a workshop last month (22nd August) to discuss how road verges can be sustainably managed....

Photo by Sienna Anderson A legendary oak on the Isle of Wight is fighting to be named the Woodland Trust’s Tree of the Year. With its huge snaking bough, the Dragon Tree of Brighstone is 1 of 10 shortlisted by...