‘DOWNED PLANE’ FEARS SPARK COASTGUARD SEARCH OFF ISLE OF WIGHT
19th October 2026
END OF AN ERA AS THE GRIFFIN ANNOUNCES CLOSURE AND MANAGEMENT SHAKE-UP
21st October 2026
Summer 2026 will see Classic Isle return with an unforgettable weekend of classical music in the sweeping valleys of Robin Hill.
Read moreDetailsIslanders are reminded that they can share their views on proposals for a far-reaching shake-up of local government across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
Read moreDetailsGodshill railway station served the village for just over 50 years before closing in 1952, leaving behind only memories and a surviving station building.
Read moreDetailsPolice found 2 bottles of wine inside the car of a 71-year-old local woman who rolled her car whilst drunk earlier this month, a court has heard.
Read moreDetailsA bid to replace a former Shanklin hotel with a 13-bed care home for adults with learning disabilities or mental health needs has been refused.
Read moreDetailsAn Isle of Wight lifeboat station deemed ‘no longer fit for purpose’ will be replaced with a new building to continue its life-saving service.
Read moreDetailsWorshippers from churches on the Isle of Wight are preparing the share the joy of Advent and Christmas.
Read moreDetailsCats Protection Isle of Wight is urging cat owners to take advantage of a limited stock of subsidised neutering vouchers, ready to claim before the end of the year.
Read moreDetailsWork that began 35 years ago to return a woodland to its natural native state has restarted in Yarmouth, with the aim of benefiting plants and wildlife. In partnership with local firm ArbAdvice, work will start to improve the environment...
Read moreDetailsAlleged political activity at Wootton Community Centre has prompted the Charity Commission to open a compliance case.
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