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Wightlink has been engaging with Island residents as part of its 2025 round of Meet the Team events and delivered a number of improvements following positive community engagement throughout the year. Senior Wightlink mangers welcomed both members of the public ...

Niton man James Fothergill, who attempted to meet what he thought was a 14-year-old boy, unaware they were in fact an undercover Police officer, has admitted his guilt. 36-year-old Fothergill, of Newport Road, admitted a single charge of attempting to ...

There will be a 48% increase in dental activity on the Isle of Wight next year, the NHS has said. In an update paper submitted to County Hall’s adult social care, public health and housing needs committee, NHS Hampshire and ...

The Chief Fire Officer of Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service (HWIFRS) will be asked to report directly to the Council amid calls for an inquiry into the state of the service, with one councillor stating that ...

Across the Isle of Wight, everyday life is quietly changing. From online deliveries to remote work and digital banking, technology is shaping how residents live, shop and connect. Yet despite these changes, the island’s community spirit remains strong, blending local ...

Southern Brave wrapped up their season with a tense four-run victory over Welsh Fire at the Utilita Bowl, securing a crucial fourth-place finish in The Hundred Men 2025. Jason Roy led the way with a quick 70, while Craig Overton ...

The towering peaks and spectacular coastlines of Tenerife, the largest of Spain’s Canary Islands, have once again captured the attention of the international adventure-tourism community. A wave of exciting new paragliding routes and enviable year-round flying conditions have, in recent ...

Artificial intelligence has gone from science fiction to everyday reality, but its most fascinating impact may be how humans think. From business forecasting to competitive gaming, AI is forcing us to confront an uncomfortable question: what happens when machines start ...

The 14th of April 2020 marked a significant day in the history of gambling in the UK. Following many discussions over the use of credit cards for the purpose of gambling, the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC), along with the UK ...

The death of a woman in Cowes, which was initially treated as unexplained and prompted a Police appeal for information, has been ruled accidental by the Isle of Wight's Coroner. A Section 9C inquest - held in writing behind closed ...