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A late Emerson Tattersall winner proved decisive as Cowes Sports edged a pulsating local derby at Beatrice Avenue this afternoon (Friday).

A new initiative to boost road safety across even more local communities has seen more than 2,200 speeding offences captured in just over 7 months.

Residents at Fairhaven Residential Home have enjoyed a heart-warming visit from 2 gentle donkeys, bringing smiles and laughter to all involved. 

BREAKING: A man who tried to force entry to a Jehovah Witness memorial event, allegedly with a view to sexually assaulting children, remains in police custody following the shocking incident.

A unique programme offering experienced fire cadets a further insight into the fire service has been launched by Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service's Children and Young People team.

The Book Bag Initiative has been launched to support local primary schools during the National Year of Reading 2026.

Artwork locations have been confirmed as a major national touring project is set to bring reproductions of world-class paintings to the Isle of Wight this year.

The winning numbers in this week’s Isle of Wight Lottery draw (3rd April 2026) are…

Poor maintenance and not knowing where their own discharge points should be were some of the issues found during the past year of intensive Environment Agency inspections of Southern Water. 

East Cowes Victoria take on Cowes Sports at 15:00.