Hampshire Police to sell £9.2m building in HQ downsize
A £9.2m building bought as a new headquarters for Hampshire and Isle of Wight police is to be sold, along with the force's current HQ site in Winchester.
Dredger work continues to improve Bembridge Harbour
Work to improve Bembridge Harbour should be completed by the end of the week, according to owners.
'Landmark victory' for Fire Brigades Union over Surrey transfer of staff
The Fire Brigades Union has claimed a "landmark victory" for its members after the Isle of Wight's emergency control service was transferred to a mainland authority.
Costa Coffee To Open In Ryde
New branch expected to open in July.
Bus Fire In Ventnor
UPDATE: 04 May 13 10:07
Firefighters called to Albert Street.
Two months of tree felling work underway at Firestone Copse
Two months of tree felling is getting underway at Firestone Copse at Havenstreet, as part of planned forest management work by the Forestry Commission.
"Serious weaknesses" at Wootton Community Primary School
Serious weaknesses have been found at Wootton Community Primary School by Ofsted inspectors, who have commented on the number of staff changes since the Island's education system became two-tier.
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Nun-chuck Assault In Ryde
Police on the Isle of Wight are investigating after a man was attacked with nun-chucks in Ryde.
Pub Fined After Noise Complaints
A pub landlady in Sandown has been fined £1,800 and ordered to pay almost £1,600 in costs after playing music too loud on several occasions in her pub.
Open verdict on Compton Cliff death
An open verdict has been recorded by Coroner Caroline Sumeray at the inquest into the death of a Dorset woman.
Top awards for Isle of Wight tourist attractions
Two Isle of Wight tourist attractions are celebrating after being given a prestigious award from travel website TripAdvisor.
Distinctive dragon stolen from Isle of Wight garden
At least two people would have been needed to move an ornamental dragon that has been stolen from an Isle of Wight property, according to police.
Young Island Swimmers Rewarded For Their Achievements
Six Island children have been presented with top awards by Olympic gold medalist Duncan Goodhew for doing swimmingly.
Young Quay Arts Programme Launched
Teenagers with a passion for the arts are being encouraged to take part in a programme of events at the Quay Arts centre in Newport.
Island Roads staff donate Walk the Wight funds for Hospice
Hundreds of pounds has been donated to the Earl Mountbatten Hospice thanks to the efforts of a team from Island Roads who Walked the Wight.
Covenant to offer support to military personnel
More support will be available to service personnel and their families with the launch of a new Isle of Wight Community Covenant.
Hospital helipad in full flight
The new helipad at St Mary's Hospital is now operational.
Sister joins charity for missing people after brother's death
Raising awareness of all missing people, whether they are children or adults, is the aim of a new charity, which is being supported by an Island woman with her own personal experience of the loss of a loved one.
Bohemian Woods at the Isle of Wight Festival
Island musical renegades Headfunk will bring a new experience to the Isle of Wight Festival.
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