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Residents across the Isle of Wight are being called on to help protect the area’s unique ecosystems as Invasive Species Week (12-18th May) gets underway, with special efforts being made locally to tackle the growing threat of non-native species. Natural...

A fundraiser has been launched to support a 21-year-old Islander, who remains in hospital with serious injuries following a collision between a moped and a car last month. Lewis, was airlifted to Southampton General Hospital on 21st April after sustaining...

Five new beach huts could be installed on a picturesque Isle of Wight seafront. Canice Holding Ltd has applied for planning permission to place 5 ‘sensitively designed’ huts with ‘traditional external finishes’ on land next to Pilots Point in Totland...

A man who was found in his vehicle back in 2021 died from carbon monoxide poisoning after lighting a disposable barbecue inside, an inquest has concluded. Marc Lee Hooper, 48, was discovered at around 10:40 on 31st May 2021 in...

A pioneering not-for-profit company based on the Isle of Wight is giving back to the community with the launch of a brand new ‘Make a Difference’ discount card.  Care In The Garden, located on Wootton's Park Road, has unveiled its...

Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary has been praised by the Policing Minister as leading the way in delivering strong, community-focused policing during a major summit hosted by Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones. The Local Policing Conference, held last...

One of sailing's most iconic races is just a month away, and there’s still time to be part of it. Over 600 boats have already signed up for this year’s Round the Island Race, which takes place on Saturday 7th...

Red Funnel will continue operating a reduced two-boat vehicle ferry timetable until Saturday 7th June to complete vital maintenance work on its fleet. The company had been expected to resume a full three-boat service before this date but says the...

21-year-old Wightlink employee Lauren Lucas has won the Future Talent Award at the Dynamic Awards for women in business at the Grand Hotel in Brighton. The award recognises Lauren's achievement at becoming Wightlink’s youngest female Bosun, a Deck Officer on...

A former care home in Ventnor will be turned into ‘high-quality housing’, following approval of planning permission.  County Hall planners have approved Chris Danes of In Safe Hands Home Care Limited’s change of use application to convert Bluebell House at...