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Plans for a Solent Combined Authority took a big step forward as Portsmouth today (Wednesday) became the first council to agree to be part of a formal application to form the new organisation. The decision to apply to government for...

Isle of Wight NHS Trust has won second place for having the largest impact on body weight and waist circumference after competing against 72 other Trusts and Health Centres across the UK. The Trust was presented with an award by...

As part of Hate Crime Awareness Week, the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) nationally has launched a public consultation and is asking for community views to help shape future policy to improve the response to homophobic and transphobic hate crime. Steve...

J & J Crump and Son, a well established family company who specialise in installing insulation measures to homes throughout the UK, have opened a brand new depot in Ryde with the creation of 12 jobs. With support from the...

L-R: Waitresses Shannon Heady and Tamara Davey Pizza Express is celebrating the launch of its exciting new look restaurant in Newport. The restaurant has been totally transformed with a fresh new décor and contemporary fixtures and fittings. New artwork in...

The Isle of Wight Council has written to the lease holders of Ryde Arena stating they are concerned about the closure of the community facility. It comes ahead of an event which will see locals come together to show their...

Hovertravel is running some super scary discounts for this forthcoming half-term and Halloween. Between 22nd and 28th October 2016 inclusive, Hovertravel is offering a family day return for just £25. Customers must book in advance online on the Hovertravel website or...

2 sections of the Bouldnor Road at Yarmouth are shortly to be improved by Island Roads. The work between Hill Place Lane and St Swithin’s Crescent and from Lucketts Campsite to Hamstead Road will be undertaken at night in order...

Southern Vectis’ Dave Forrester has been shortlisted for Top National Bus Driver in the highly-regarded UK Bus Awards. Singled out for his professionalism, excellent customer service and communications skills and amiable personality, the popular Isle of Wight bus driver also...

3 Isle of Wight Councillors have welcomed the construction of a new footbridge over Lukely Brook by the ford in Castle Street, Carisbrooke. The bridge, built by Island Roads on behalf of the Isle of Wight Council, is a replacement for...