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ATHERFIELD BAY REBRANDED AS ‘THE ISLE OF WIGHT RESORT’ AS OPENING MOVES CLOSER
The long-awaited reopening of the former Atherfield Bay Holiday Camp has moved a step closer, with new planning documents revealing the site is to be rebranded as 'The Isle of Wight Resort' and become part of a national holiday park...
Read moreDetailsRYDE NEIGHBOURHOOD BOARD RESPOND AFTER CHAIR RESIGNS
The Ryde Neighbourhood Board has released an official statement following the immediate resignation of its chair, Steven Holbrook, last Friday (5th June).
Read moreDetailsVENTNOR MAN ACCUSED OF BREACHING COURT ORDER RESTRICTING 999 CALLS
The 38-year-old has been unable to find a solicitor thus far.
Read moreDetailsWOOLWORTHS – WHEN EVERY ISLAND TOWN HAD A ‘WOOLIES’
Whether it was Newport, Ryde, Cowes, Shanklin or Sandown, generations of Islanders grew up with their local 'Woolies'.
Read moreDetails‘STARVING’ SHOPLIFTER REFUSED TO HAND BACK STOLEN GOODS
A shoplifter who said he stole groceries and alcohol because he was 'starving' and had 'no money' has been fined £40.
Read moreDetailsPLATFORM ONE CELEBRATES 25 YEARS OF CREATIVE EDUCATION
Platform One marked its 25th anniversary with a special celebration at GG's Bar & Restaurant on 30th May, bringing together students, parents, alumni, staff and supporters from across the Isle of Wight to celebrate a quarter-century of creative education.
Read moreDetailsGRAND NEW METHODIST CHURCH OPENED IN COWES 125 YEARS AGO
Large crowds gathered on Birmingham Road on 30th May 1901 - 125 years ago today - as Cowes celebrated the arrival of an impressive new Methodist church.
Read moreDetailsROBIN HILL OFFERING HALF-PRICE ENTRY IN HONOUR OF KING’S BIRTHDAY
Robin Hill Adventure Park has announced a special offer for Isle of Wight residents to celebrate the upcoming birthday of His Majesty King Charles III.
Read moreDetails66% GIVE HEALTHWATCH NEGATIVE FEEDBACK ABOUT ISLE OF WIGHT SERVICES
A new Healthwatch Isle of Wight survey has revealed that long waits for GP appointments and NHS dental access are among the biggest frustrations facing Islanders.
Read moreDetailsSECURE YOUR FREE TICKETS FOR MAJOR ISLAND DEBATE ON FERRIES, ROADS AND TOURISM
There is still time to reserve your free tickets for next Friday’s State of the Island Debate 2026 – Travel and Tourism Special...
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