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The Isle of Wight Council's Adult Community Learning team has unveiled its latest programme of workshops and courses, covering subjects ranging from English and maths qualifications to ICT, arts and crafts.

The Wightlink Warriors ended their 2026 season with a battling 51-39 defeat against Kent Eagles at Iwade Stadium on Sunday afternoon.

An 8-year-old Isle of Wight gymnast has been crowned All-Around Champion at the Classic Challenge Championships, just 7 months after moving her training to the mainland.

BREAKING: Residents have been evacuated from an assisted living residence in Ryde after a fire broke out this morning (Monday).

West Wight golfer Ryan Harmer has claimed his first Clutch Pro Tour victory after firing a course-record 10-under-par round at Reigate Hill.

A luxury boutique hotel that set out to offer a different kind of Isle of Wight stay is celebrating a successful first full summer season.

BREAKING: Police have launched an investigation after a woman suffered ABH-level injuries during an assault in Newport on Friday (4th September). 

Christ the King College has been praised for its safeguarding, teaching, pastoral care and support for pupils following an Ofsted inspection.

The Old Comical is set for a new chapter with Dan Huby and Leanne Bannister taking over as landlord and landlady later this month.

Work on a major project to improve bus stops on the main road A3056 at Arreton will begin today (Monday), bringing significant travel disruption.