RAT TRAP: FINDING THE ISLAND’S MOST FAMOUS MOUSE
6th August 2026
A mum-of-2 from Newport, who was stopped by Police on her moped whilst on her way back from a girl's night out, was drunk at the time, a court has heard. Jennifer Drewery, 34, of Robin Hood Street, admitted drink...
Read moreDetailsA fundraiser has been launched so that primary school student Archie - who was mugged and assaulted during an incident in Shanklin last year - can attend therapy sessions. The 10-year-old was subject to a 'mugging' on the evening of...
Read moreDetailsMore than 100 driving offences were identified in the space of just 2 days as part of proactive efforts to tackle crimes on Isle of Wight roads. Throughout Wednesday 20th and Thursday 21st March, mainland-based Roads Policing Unit (RPU) officers...
Read moreDetailsCatherine, the Princess of Wales, has been diagnosed with cancer and is receiving chemotherapy, it has been announced this evening (Friday). It has been revealed that the Princess is battling a form of cancer - but details on the specific...
Read moreDetailsAn afternoon of activities is being planned to celebrate the opening of Ventnor’s Rene Howe Walk (The Cascades) on Good Friday. The opening follows the complete refurbishment of the popular walkway by Island Roads and it coincides with the opening...
Read moreDetailsThousands of blind and partially sighted people are being denied their right to vital rehabilitation services – the first step in rebuilding life after sight loss – but a Freedom of Information request has revealed the Isle of Wight is...
Read moreDetailsThe Ryde Arts Trail, a collaborative effort between Ryde Town Council and Community Murals, is set to launch Easter Weekend, promising an immersive and inspiring experience for all. On the launch day, Saturday 30th March, artists will be present throughout...
Read moreDetailsA pre-loved clothing and bric-a-brac sale is to be held at Newport's Parish Centre tomorrow (Saturday), so crack open your piggy banks and get the change at the ready. A plethora of items will be up for grabs so head...
Read moreDetails4 senior teachers working across Carisbrooke College, Medina College and the Island IV Form after facing redundancy as part of the breakup of the Isle of Wight Education Federation. It has been confirmed this week that, come September, there could...
Read moreDetailsThe closure - or relocation - of Wootton's doctor's surgery has been called a 'stab in the back' by angry residents who will no longer have a practice in their village. In a shock announcement last week, as first reported...
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