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Newport’s first newly-built school for more than 50 years began welcoming children at Nine Acres on 30th June 1951 - 75 years ago today.

The Isle of Wight Green Party is urging us to prepare for more frequent and intense heatwaves, warning that extreme temperatures are becoming the 'new reality'.

For a 72-hour period from 00:01 on Monday 6th July, Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service will be opening their application window for anyone who wants to join as a wholetime firefighter.

B&M and Superdrug have been confirmed as the final retailers heading to Newport's new St George's Retail Park.

A seagull left dangling from barbed wire on the roof of a Newport building has been rescued in a dramatic operation involving animal rescuers, firefighters and a local vet.

Engineers have been inspecting the Shanklin lift today (Monday) after a technical fault forced the Isle of Wight Council to close the popular attraction last week.

HMP Isle of Wight has been heavily criticised by inspectors, who say rising violence, widespread drug availability, high levels of self-harm, and crumbling facilities continue to undermine the prison.

A 37-year-old man from Ryde has been arrested on suspicion of fraud by abuse of position.

Two powerful short films created by young people on the Isle of Wight are giving children and students the opportunity to share their experiences and perspectives with adults.

A landmark number of 50 events has been confirmed for the not-for-profit Wight Games Festival, which is set to take place throughout June, July and August.