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A 5th weekly Mindset Bros Walk & Talk has been launched, further strengthening its commitment to supporting men’s mental health on the Isle of Wight.

BREAKING: A road traffic collision on the main road in and out of Newport to the south has led to an emergency closure this afternoon (Wednesday), resulting in significant traffic tailbacks.

Emerging musicians from across the Isle of Wight are being given the chance to open the Isle of Wight Festival main stage as Platform One announces the return of Wight Noize 2026, with applications having opened earlier this week (Monday).

This year’s Apprenticeship Week is underway, and the Isle of Wight Council is celebrating by raising the apprenticeship flag outside County Hall.

BREAKING: A crash on a notorious crossroad junction on the outskirts of Newport is causing significant traffic delays on the main diversion route between Newport and Cowes this afternoon (Wednesday).

Teenagers have been praised by Hampshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner after developing a smartphone app aimed at tackling knife crime.

An afternoon of live music at Trinity Theatre in Cowes on Sunday (15th February) will raise funds for the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Air Ambulance.

After weeks of inactivity due to the weather, Ventnor 2XV were back in action with a testing away trip to Fawley in a rearranged fixture.

An Emergency Care Assistant from the Isle of Wight is set to launch a not-for-profit event aimed at giving aspiring DJs their first taste of performing in front of a crowd.

Southern Water is looking to take on more than 90 graduates and apprentices before the end of 2026 – 3 times last year’s total.