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An alleged serial shoplifter is being sought by Police on the Isle of Wight, who are appealing for help in identifying the male.

RSPCA Isle of Wight is doubling the number of its boarding kennels in response to a significant rise in demand for pet boarding on the Island.

A once popular Isle of Wight fish and chip shop was lost forever, a scenic seafront will get 5 more beach huts and plans to replace a former hotel with a care home were rejected.

BREAKING: A 37-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of drug driving after smashing into street furniture and a parked car in Sandown last night (Thursday).

Community pharmacies across the Isle of Wight are playing a vital role in helping people access quick and convenient healthcare through the Pharmacy First scheme.

"This is a fresh start, one we are approaching positively, and with a clear sense of purpose: get Island tourism thriving once more"...

The winning number in this week’s Isle of Wight Lottery draw (28th November 2025) are… Draw date: Friday 28th November 2025 Amount (£) Number £10,000.00 15954

Isle of Wight NHS Trust has successfully been re-accredited as NHS Veteran Aware in recognition of their ongoing commitment to support the local armed forces community.

Richard Quigley MP has led a Westminster Hall debate on ‘Protecting Children from Domestic Abuse’, timed to coincide with the UN’s 16 Days of Action Against Gender-Based Violence.

The following planning applications and appeals have been submitted to the Isle of Wight Council.