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BREAKING: The Isle of Wight has officially entered drought status following weeks of exceptionally low rainfall, high temperatures and increasing pressure on water resources.

Supporters of Sandown's UK Town of Culture bid took their regeneration campaign to the streets as the town launched the Isle of Wight's carnival season on Saturday.

The Princess Royal, Princess Anne, is set to visit the Isle of Wight this weekend as part of the bicentenary celebrations for Cowes Week

The Isle of Wight's only Army Reserve unit is inviting prospective recruits to a special open evening in Newport next month.

Residents from Old Charlton House, in Cowes, recently went sailing, made possible by 2 charities -  WetWheels, in Hamble and Cowes Sailability, via the Cowes Corinthian Yacht Club.

Isle of Wight libraries are set to host a packed programme of free and low-cost activities throughout the summer holidays, with music-themed crafts, story sessions and creative workshops.

The Isle of Wight Warriors regained the Vince Mapley Memorial Trophy with a hard-fought victory over a dogged Cradley Heathens at Smallbrook Stadium last night (Tuesday).

A record 75 swimmers successfully crossed the Solent from Hurst Castle to Colwell Bay on Saturday, raising vital funds for West Wight Sports & Community Centre.

An award-winning Chelsea Flower Show garden that found a permanent home at Mountbatten Isle of Wight has celebrated its 10th anniversary, with supporters, volunteers and staff gathering to mark the milestone. July saw Mountbatten Isle of Wight celebrate ten years ...