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Staff at Isle of Wight NHS Trust and Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust are urging women to prioritise their health during Breast Cancer Awareness Month by attending screening appointments and checking for unusual changes. Breast cancer is the most common...

Hundreds of people working for Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary were not properly vetted at the time of a recent inspection, it has been revealed. Months after being told its officer and staff vetting ‘requires improvement’, the police force...

After more than 3 decades of dedicated service, Firefighter Ross Singleton has stepped down from his on-call role at Ryde Fire Station, bringing an end to 34 years of commitment to the Isle of Wight community. Ross joined Ryde Fire...

Apex Competition’s £100,000 winner turned her life-changing prize into a moment of shared joy by splitting her winnings with her best friend - and now Islanders are being given another chance to win big with a huge tax-free cash giveaway...

Isle of Wight-based RPL Construction has proudly played a part in the BBC’s DIY SOS, joining forces with local tradespeople to help a family in Southampton rebuild their lives after falling victim to a rogue builder. Alongside an incredible team...

The British Hedgehog Preservation Society (BHPS) is calling on Isle of Wight residents to take extra care this Bonfire Night, urging everyone to 'Look Before You Light' to help protect hedgehogs and other wildlife. The charity has launched a national...

It has been 10 years since Specsavers Newport made the move from 40 High Street to its larger home at 107 High Street - a milestone now being marked by the team. The store was established by Timothy Kidd in...

Isle of Wight MP Richard Quigley has brought together employers, educators and community leaders for a landmark Skills Summit aimed at improving job opportunities and strengthening the Island’s workforce. Held at the Isle of Wight College earlier this month, the...

Plans for a new 2-bedroom apartment on the lower ground floor of a Victorian villa near an Isle of Wight beach have sparked opposition from locals. Ryde Town Council (RTC) joined 2 residents in objecting to Leavington House’s proposal for...

Yates Brewery has scooped Gold at this year’s Label of the Year Competition, claiming the spot for ‘Best Set of Labels’ among 166 entrants from across the country. The eye-catching artwork, created by Newport-based marketing agency Solent, draws inspiration from...