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Frustration is mounting in Ventnor as Bath Road - 1 of only 2 routes to the seafront - remains closed after 18 months, with business owners and the community concerned they may be facing another Summer season with Bath Road...

Callum Steele, a drug driver from Shanklin who was caught on his phone whilst behind the wheel, has been banned from the roads for 2 years. 30-year-old Steele, of Victoria Avenue, admitted drug driving (THC) and using a mobile phone...

The Bay Business Association (BBA) - a collective designed to bring businesses together and provide opportunities - is set to launch on 30th April with an event at The Wildheart Animal Sanctuary. Founded by a group of passionate and forward-thinking...

The Isle of Wight Crematorium is hosting an open day, inviting the community to explore its serene grounds and learn more about the services provided. The special event aims to highlight the comprehensive care and support offered by the crematorium,...

Freshwater Parish Council has announced that they have approved the purchase and installation of new play equipment for Stroud Recreation Ground, with the aim of enhancing the community space for residents and visitors of all ages. Emma Cox, Chair of...

Nodehill was one of the most successful Isle of Wight Middle Schools for over 40 years, from 1970 to 2011. The building that housed Nodehill Middle School was first built in 1904 and opened by Lord Alverstone in January of...

An East Cowes man caught driving whilst disqualified, twice, just weeks after being handed a 36-month driving ban, has somehow avoided an immediate jail term. Alexander Currie, 40, of South Bank Road, admitted 2x driving whilst disqualified, 2x driving without...

Isle of Wight Armed Forces Day will return this year, paying tribute to the Island's dedicated forces community with a day of honour and recognition. The event, on Sunday 29th June, will once again be held beachside at Eastern Gardens...

Isle of Wight shoppers can pick up an extra bag to put through the checkout this Easter to support families facing financial difficulties during the school holidays. The popular donation bags pre-packed with healthy long-life food items will be available...

Island Roads is preparing to deliver another programme of highway improvement works across the Isle of Wight this Spring. The programme of surface dressing has been agreed following analysis of road surveys and is designed both to increase skid resistance...