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Despite widespread delays in inquest hearings and public outcry over the performance of the Isle of Wight Coroner’s Service, it has emerged that a total of 6 Assistant Coroners, appointed more than 5 years ago, have never once presided over ...

Almost 100 young people living through and beyond cancer are set for life-changing sailing adventures thanks to a 3-year BBC Children in Need funding boost.

BREAKING: Firefighters forced entry to a home in Newport this afternoon (Tuesday) when a sounding alarm alerted neighbours to an incident developing in the kitchen.

BREAKING: Police are asking for the public's help as they hunt down 35-year-old Luke Thorpe, who is wanted on recall to prison.

Isle of Wight community champion John Phillips MBE has been recognised nationally, winning The Lived Experience Champion Award at the first-ever Stars of LD and Autism Awards.

BREAKING: 2 young people have been rescued from the cold waters of Wootton Creek this afternoon (Tuesday) after their vessel capsized.

Isle of Wight libraries have brought their year-long celebration of Jane Austen’s 250th anniversary to a close with 2 memorable events that delighted fans of the beloved author.

BREAKING: Mechanical issues and adverse weather are affecting foot passenger services to and from Ryde this afternoon (Tuesday), with both Wightlink's Fastcat and Hovertravel's services suspended.

The Royal Hotel in Ventnor has announced the launch of a new weekend event celebrating the life and works of Charles Dickens, taking place from 27th February to 1st March 2026.

Aspire in Ryde is inviting the community to join its annual Christmas Fayre on on Dover Street on Saturday (13th December) from 10:00 to 16:00.