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This is your weekly round-up of some of the latest court cases heard at the Isle of Wight Magistrates Court. The defendant’s name, age, address and details of the charge(s) and sentence are published in accordance with Criminal Procedure Rule...

The winning numbers in this week’s Isle of Wight Lottery draw (12th April 2024) are… Amount (£) Number £1,000.00 13755 £100.00 17994 £100.00 7002 £100.00 14489 £100.00 3297 £100.00 17762 £100.00 11051 £100.00 11749 £100.00 12629 £100.00 11057 £100.00 17000

Police officers across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight seized more than 2,500 uninsured vehicles last year, as part of the force’s commitment to make our roads safer.  Uninsured vehicles pose a significant risk to other road users. If you...

The following planning applications and appeals have been submitted to the Isle of Wight Council. They can be viewed online at www.iwight.com/planning. Alternatively, they can be viewed at Seaclose Offices, Fairlee Road, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 2QS. Comments on the...

Habitual shoplifter Warren Russell has been jailed for more than 6 months for breaching a Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO). The 40-year-old, of no fixed abode, also pleaded guilty to 2 charges of theft from a shop. Russell was handed the...

The installation of specialist equipment to monitor any movement around Leeson Road is to begin next week. Data from nearly 30 pieces of equipment will enable the Isle of Wight Council and Island Roads to make informed decisions on the...

Skilled shipyard workers from Cowes seeking work on the 'Mauretania' received a rough reception on their arrival in Southampton on 11th April 1924. The Cunard liner Mauretania had come to Southampton 2 months previously for a refit. There was said...

Ability Dogs 4 Young People Isle of Wight - a local charity dedicated to supporting young people through specially trained assistance dogs - have scheduled the Isle of Wight Dog Show for this upcoming Sunday. The event will be held...

Abbey Brass is about to launch its concert season with performances in Bembridge and Ryde on the horizon. The 25-strong brass band presents its first concert of the year at Bembridge Methodist Church on Saturday 20th April followed by a...

One of Ryde's most well-known characters - artist, comedian and social commentator Donna Jones MBE - will be launching her latest collection of upcycled fashions later this month (27th April). Prolific seamstress Donna has been busy over the winter sewing...