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Work to begin building the 900-home Pennyfeathers development on the outskirts of Ryde is set to get underway sometime between June and December next year, it has been confirmed. The planning application for 900 homes, a community centre and new...

59-year-old Susan Hurwood has been banned from driving for 26 months after crashing her car whilst almost 3 times the drink-drive limit. Hurwood, of Grove Road, Sandown, collided with the front of a residential property on Wilkes Road in the...

Alan Sheward, who is reported to have left the IOW NHS Trust The Isle of Wight NHS Trust's Executive Director of Nursing and Quality, Alan Sheward, is reported to have left the Trust this week.  Although officials are refusing to...

Newport Parish Council has been working on a project to introduce 20mph speed limits in areas of Newport and as part of the overall campaign a survey has been launched to gain evidence regarding the need for a speed reduction....

1 year on from the publication of a report about people's experiences of cancer services, Healthwatch Isle of Wight are launching another survey to gain an updated picture of peoples experiences, particularly with regards to the co-ordination of services, travel...

As of Monday 21st August, Southern Vectis' Route 2, 3 and 39 buses will be diverted via the brand new Asda supermarket off St George’s Way, Newport. The store's opening means Route 2 (via Shanklin & Sandown) and Route 3 (via...

UPDATED: A 67-year-old man is to appear before the Isle of Wight Magistrates Court tomorrow (Friday) charged with possessing an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of violence. On the afternoon of 6th June Armed Police moved in on...

Isle of Wight music fans travelling to Victorious Festival in Southsea this August Bank Holiday will be able to stay longer thanks to Wightlink Ferries. After enjoying amazing acts including Madness, Stereophonics, Olly Murs, Rita Ora and many more, Islanders...

People Matter IW has been awarded an overall ‘Good’ rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) after it's Personal Assistant Recruitment and Employment (PARES) was deemed positive in all 5 areas during a recent inspection. PARES is a person centred service...

HTP Apprenticeship College has announced that 2 of its Island learners have been shortlisted in the 'Apprentice of the Year' category at the 2017 The Shine Awards. The Shine Awards, organised by The Caterer and People 1st, celebrate the contribution...