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The body of a man in his 20s has been discovered in amongst woodland in the heart of Ryde today (Tuesday). Police were called to St John's Park - between East Hill Road and West Hill Road - at 09:12 ...

A trio of new artworks created by pop artist Morgan Howell FRSA, to mark 3 legendary Isle Of Wight Festival performances, are to be unveiled at this year’s event. The artist has produced 2 spectacular new silkscreen editions depicting David ...

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has unveiled a Conservative commitment to launch a review into cross-Solent ferries. Bob Seely has secured the manifesto pledge for a review that will look at 'all options' to promote greater competition and drive down fares ...

Newly reformed Oakfield FC have announced the appointment of manager Andy Venn. Andy has had over 30 years experience as a footballer as well as 10 years experience in managing Oakfield's youth team. The new manager has fought back from ...

A 32-year-old man wanted in connection with an assault was tasered by Police in Newport early this morning (Tuesday) when he challenged officers with violence. At just gone 06:30, Police were called to reports of an assault at an address ...

Cowes-based Diverse Marine and NR Marine Services have announced the launch of its second Storm Class CTV, 'NR ALPHA', that is now proudly being displayed at Seawork 2024 in Southampton. NR ALPHA is a sister to NR PREDATOR, delivered in ...

Shanklin and Sandown Golf Club members took part in a mixed foursomes stableford, playing for the much-coveted Saunders Rosebowls last weekend (9th June). In fine weather the teams took to the course and, from the field, Mike Bulpitt and Catherine ...

A training exercise simulating the emergency response to an oil spill will take place off the coast of the Isle of Wight today (Tuesday) and again tomorrow. Oil Spill Response Limited will be flying a specially adapted Boeing 727 low ...

Conservative parliamentary candidate for Isle of Wight West, Bob Seely, has welcomed a plan from his party to put even more police on the streets.  In the run-up to a General Election on 4th July, the Conservatives have set out ...

A team of over 40 volunteers helped transform the garden of Ryde's Easthill Home for Deaf People over the weekend (8th June). Those who came out to help, worked tirelessly all day, painting, weeding and planting. Those who helped were ...