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Hampshire Constabulary supported the latest Tispol (European Traffic Police Network) speed enforcement campaign between Monday 17th and Sunday 23rd August, catching nearly 2000 motorists speeding. The purpose of the campaign is to enforce speed limits for all vehicles and draw...

On Tuesday 22nd September registration will open for schools, academies and colleges to take part in one of the region’s most dazzling, high energy performing arts competitions as the Rock Challenge and J Rock tour returns for 2016. 12 events...

VIDEO: Thousands of scooter enthusiasts have taken to the Island’s roads this weekend to participate in the annual Isle of Wight Scooter Rally in Ryde, with another successful ride out this afternoon (Sunday). The event, which has been running since the...

The Isle of Wight NHS Trust is reminding Islanders to use NHS services appropriately this Bank Holiday weekend and follow the advice in the 'What to know and when to go' guide. With GP Practices closed over the weekend anyone with minor illnesses...

Volt is the charging option for Bestival, branded up and all with a limited edition Summer of Love charger cover. Volt is a Danish startup which has been keeping smartphone users at festivals powered up all over Europe and further afield for 4...

The hard work, dedication and commitment of students and staff at Christ the King College has been rewarded with GCSE results that they deserve. With around 200 students taking exams this summer, Christ the King College has achieved a significant increase...

There’s plenty of mainstream magical moments to be had at Bestival’s Summer of Love, but for those with a more curious nature, seeking out adventure in the far flung corners of Robin Hill can bring rich rewards. With lashings of...

Fenn Night Vision, the country’s leading designer and manufacturer of Night Vision Goggles (NVG’s) for aviation, will be supplying the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance (HIOWAA) with NVG’s when the charity begins night flying later this year. The...

PICTURE GALLERY: Despite the horrendous weather this week, the rain cleared for a bright Ryde Main Carnival yesterday evening (Thursday), which saw a vibrant and strong mix of entries.  The annual procession, which moved off at a more traditional time of...

An Isle of Wight firefighter who is part of an exchange trip to Oregon in the USA to learn about tackling wildfire, now finds himself on the front line fighting a huge bush fire. Alan Jones, based at Newport Fire Station, is with four colleagues...