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DRINK DRIVER KNOCKS ON VICTIM’S DOOR AFTER SMASHING INTO THEIR VAN
A drink driver found to be almost 3x the limit after he crashed into a parked van, then knocked on the victim's door to inform them of the smash.
Read moreDetailsCOMMUNITY SPIRITED CAFE PROVIDING LIFELINE FOR HUNDREDS IN EAST COWES
The army of volunteers help more than 600 people who rely on the community pantry...
Read moreDetailsPLANS FOR NEWPORT HMO AND FLATS REJECTED OVER ‘POOR LIVING CONDITIONS’
Proposals to convert a former Newport GP surgery into an 8-bed HMO and 3 flats have been refused by Isle of Wight planners.
Read moreDetailsFARM BARNS IN BRIGHSTONE COULD BE TRANSFORMED FOR COMMERCIAL USE
A total of 4 disused farm barns situated within the Isle of Wight National Landscape could have new flexible commercial uses.
Read moreDetailsROBIN HILL SET FOR SUMMER OF MAJOR EVENTS INCLUDING NEW DANCE WEEKENDER
Robin Hill Adventure Park is set to host an exciting and diverse programme of events this season, welcoming a wide range of external promoters and delivering unforgettable experiences for visitors of all ages. The season kicked off over the Easter...
Read moreDetailsCAREERS CHAMPION RICHARD WHITE STEPS DOWN AS CHAIR OF ISLAND CAREERS PARTNERSHIP
Long-serving education advocate Richard White has stepped down as Chair of the Island Careers Partnership after helping establish it as a key Island network.
Read moreDetailsHOVERTRAVEL ADDS EXTRA SUMMER FLIGHTS TO MEET GROWING DEMAND
Hovertravel has announced a further boost to its Summer timetable, introducing additional flights to meet growing customer demand following the recent early introduction of later evening services. From this week, customers will notice very minor timetable adjustments during weekday and...
Read moreDetailsISLE OF WIGHT TO TAKE CENTRE STAGE IN NEW CHANNEL 4 RAIL SERIES
The Isle of Wight is set to be showcased to a national audience this week as comedian and presenter Paul Merton visits the Island in a brand new Channel 4 series focused on Britain’s railways.
Read moreDetailsGREEN LIGHT TO TURN 13-BEDROOM SANDOWN HOTEL INTO RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY
A 13-bedroom Sandown hotel will be turned into residential accommodation after decades of trading, falling profits and being on the market for 2 years.
Read moreDetailsDRIVER NEARLY THRICE THE LIMIT STOPPED IN RYDE TOWN CENTRE FACES 3-YEAR BAN
The drink driver, who has committed 2 offences within the last 5 years, is bracing for a 3-year ban...
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