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The Island Roads Safety Group has recorded 61 incidents in the 3 months since it was established to encourage motorists to respect roadworkers and comply with temporary traffic management measures.

Judge Bowes told the court that a hospital order was 'not a punishment'...

An Isle of Wight mum who says she "can't run at all" has completed her first-ever 5K challenge, raising hundreds of pounds to help children with limb differences receive life-changing prosthetic arms after her son was born with 1 arm. 

Joe Robertson has said he is 'sadly unsurprised' by the report which reflects what he saw upon visiting St Marys earlier this year.

Around 150 former pupils and staff came together to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Medina High School at a special reunion in Newport.

Runners, cyclists and other active residents are soon to be able to stay hydrated while on the move, as free drinking water is on the way to 3 of the Isle of Wight’s busiest coastal towns.

Huge congratualtions to the pupils and staff at Gurnard Primary School for this achievement!

The life, music and humour of much-loved Isle of Wight musician Simon Gooden will be celebrated in a special one-off production at this year's Ventnor Fringe.

It is understood that one of a bonfire or metal grinding works was the cause of the blaze.

Most people realise that events today, particularly large events, need sponsorship, partners and supporters if they are to be successful and popular. Companies and businesses select to support events either with finance or goods, often equipment, drinks or clothing. Some ...