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Sandown Bay could become home to a unique coastal attraction as Isle of Wight Sea Pool secures council backing to seek funding. A proposal to build an eco-friendly tidal sea pool at Yaverland has taken a significant step forward following ...

A new doctor-led aesthetic clinic in Newport is offering medically supervised weight loss services to residents across the Isle of Wight, providing a safe, personalised and professional alternative to one-size-fits-all online programmes. Wight Aesthetic Clinic, located on Pyle Street, is ...

Isle of Wight NHS Trust has announced that its Endoscopy Unit has been awarded full accreditation from the Joint Advisory Group on Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (JAG), a nationally recognised mark of excellence for endoscopy services across the UK. JAG accreditation is ...

Isle of Wight band The Optimists have released their latest single alongside an accompanying music video. Running Around is available to stream now and is described by the band as their ‘hookiest’ track yet. Written by the group, the song ...

A medical emergency on board the Wight Sky has caused delays of up to 45 minutes on Wightlink’s Yarmouth to Lymington route this afternoon (Friday). Passengers travelling with Wightlink are being advised to check in as usual for their booked ...

Families across the Isle of Wight are in for a treat this October half term, with a host of hands-on history and creative activities on offer at 2 of the Island’s much-loved museums. Organised by the Isle of Wight Council’s ...

Vectis Rugby Club enjoyed a fantastic day at the New Milton Rugby Festival on Sunday (5th October), with the Under 12s lifting their first silverware of the season. The Vectis Under 12s were crowned joint cup winners after topping their ...

South Wight Area Youth (SWAY) has been honoured with the prestigious King’s Award for Voluntary Service, presented by HM Lord-Lieutenant Susie Sheldon during a special event on last month (Thursday 25th September). More than 50 people gathered to witness the ...

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is marking World Mental Health Day today (Friday) by reminding people that mental health support is available - and easy to reach. This year’s theme, “Access to Mental Health Services”, highlights ...

Twenty-eight pairs took part in the final competition of the IWLGA golfing calendar.  Ryde Golf Club was the venue for the 13-hole Stableford which was played ahead of the Associations Annual General Meeting on Monday 6th October Last year’s winners ...