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An acclaimed arts writer and author will visit the Isle of Wight next month to discuss her newly released book exploring the history and significance of printmaking.

Residents in Lake have joined forces with the local Men in Sheds charity to establish the Lake Tidy Team, with financial support from Lake Parish Council funding reflective jackets and future community projects.

The 20-year-old was caught with images of children as young as 4 years old...

Wightlink is offering free travel for dads this Father's Day, allowing families to enjoy a day out between the Isle of Wight and the mainland without paying for one foot passenger fare.

“We understand Isle of Wight residents have concerns about our work on the Island and we take these very seriously. I want to apologise that our services have not always been good enough"

Both Isle of Wight MPs and the council leader have publicly backed a feasibility study into a possible fixed link to and from the Island.

Gatten and Lake Primary School on the Isle of Wight could take over the direct management of an on-site community pre-school.

According to Visit Isle of Wight’s H1 2025 tourism report, the Island saw 5.1% fewer visitors compared to the first half of 2024. At first glance, the numbers can be worrying. However, if we look further into the data, the ...

A Ryde man has been jailed for 17 months and banned from driving for more than 3 years after admitting dangerous driving offences committed in the county of Kent. 35-year-old Sean Lloyd-Fagan, of Ashey Road, appeared before the Isle of ...

Football fans are invited to experience all the excitement of the World Cup in a unique outdoor setting this Summer, as Robin Hill Adventure Park transforms its Amphitheatre into a dedicated Football World Cup Fan Zone.