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The Isle of Wight has been appointed a new High Sheriff by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Mary Case, who is known across the Island for her bee-keeping and her connections with the Farmers Market, was officially appointed yesterday (Wednesday)...

Hampshire Constabulary are appealing for witnesses to come forward following a spate of theft and damage at Ryde Harbour. It is believed the incidents have occurred between Sunday 10th and yesterday, Tuesday 12th. The incident is being investigated as part...

FOLLOWING months of disruption to motorists, Spithead Roundabout in Lake has been completed. The development at Merrie Gardens, next to Spithead Industrial Estate, has seen a brand new roundabout installed for easier access to the upcoming 'The Garden Gate' pub,...

THE Isle of Wight is set to be celebrated as the Dinosaur capital of Great Britain this summer when a hands-on digital experience is offered to visitors and residents alike after joining forces with a brand new 3D movie. Visit...

A blanket of snow covered the Island yesterday causing major disruption to all with some areas suffering more than others... The South Wight suffered from large snow drifts due to the high winds overnight, while Ventnor was cut off until...

VANDALS put lives in danger last night when they targeted a set of temporary traffic lights in Ventnor. A set of expensive mobile lights supplied by Island firm DTM were damaged in the incident at Newport Road on the outskirts...

FREEZING temperatures and up to 5cm of snow are predicted for the Island by the Met Office for Sunday and Monday. A spell of sleet and snow is expected, affecting southern England on Sunday night and Monday morning. Snow will...

The Isle of Wight Council has today taken measures to improve safety for motorists on two roads that have been affected by recent ground movement. Part of Newport Road in Ventnor near Ocean View Drive will have temporary lights installed...

A local cleaning company has been awarded a contract from the Isle of Wight Council to clean and maintain the local authority's 41 public toilets. Top Mops, which is based in Sandown and last year stepped in to take over...

Another high street store is safe this afternoon after travel agent Thomas Cook confirmed that their Newport branch will not be affected in a number of planned closures across the country. Positive news for staff and for the high street,...