Bucketful of awards for Isle of Wight beaches

Wed, 22 May 2013 12:01AM - The Isle of Wight's beaches have won the highest number of awards in the country from the Keep Britain Tidy Group. Read More »

By Emma Philo

Dredger work continues to improve Bembridge Harbour

Tue, 21 May 2013 3:45PM - Work to improve Bembridge Harbour should be completed by the end of the week, according to owners. Read More »

By Emma Philo

Vectis Wind Farm appeal withdrawn

Wed, 15 May 2013 11:32AM - After careful consideration, wind developers Infinergy have decided to withdraw the appeal for the five-turbine Vectis Wind Farm on the Isle of Wight, south of Wellow and Thorley. Read More »

By Matt White

Proposed new primary plans to take lessons outside the classroom

Tue, 14 May 2013 9:43AM - A new style of primary school, where 50% of school time would be spent outside the classroom, is being proposed for the Isle of Wight. Read More »

By Emma Philo

Two months of tree felling work underway at Firestone Copse

Tue, 07 May 2013 10:14AM - Two months of tree felling is getting underway at Firestone Copse at Havenstreet, as part of planned forest management work by the Forestry Commission. Read More »

By Emma Philo

'Ground-breaking' plans for waste plant submitted

Thu, 25 April 2013 3:13PM - Plans submitted for new waste and recycling plant Read More »

By Lucy Morgan

Police protect Island Roads staff as they carry out traffic survey

Wed, 24 April 2013 7:00AM - Police are being paid to maintain safety whilst Island Roads staff carry out a traffic survey on major roads leading into Newport on Wednesday morning. Read More »

By Emma Philo

Flood Alert For Eastern Yar

Sat, 13 April 2013 8:56PM - Environment Agency warns of flood risk. Read More »

By Lucy Morgan

High voltage network fault cuts electric supplies to Cowes residents

Fri, 12 April 2013 3:39PM - Around 1,450 residents in Cowes are still without power after a fault on the high voltage network on Friday afternoon. Read More »

By Emma Philo

Cowes the first town to get new LED street lighting

Thu, 11 April 2013 5:22PM - Residents in Cowes are getting used to new street lights, which are being replaced as part of the Highways PFI scheme. Read More »

By Emma Philo

Asphalt plant developers give reassurances over asbestos concerns

Wed, 10 April 2013 2:20PM - The company behind plans for an asphalt plant in Cowes have moved to reassure residents after the discovery of asbestos at the site. Read More »

By Emma Philo

Green light for Island's first ever studio school specialising in offshore energy

Wed, 10 April 2013 12:01AM - The Department for Education has given the go ahead for the Isle of Wight's first ever studio school, which will specalise in offshore energy and marine manufacturing. Read More »

By Emma Philo

Wet weather leads to 50% drop in arable crops for Isle of Wight farmers

Thu, 04 April 2013 1:09PM - Arable farmers on the Isle of Wight have lost up to 50% of their winter crops because of bad weather, according to the local branch of the National Farmers Union. Read More »

By Isle of Wight Radio Reporter

Pumping station failure causes sewage discharge in river

Pumping station failure causes sewage discharge in river

UPDATE: 03 Apr 13 15:44

Wed, 03 April 2013 10:08AM - A pump failure at Southern Water's pumping station at Fairlee has caused sewage to discharge into the River Medina. Read More »

By Matt White

Residents switch on to energy scheme

Tue, 26 March 2013 10:08AM - More than 11,000 Island residents - eight times the number targeted - have signed up to a scheme to slash energy bills.
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By Isle of Wight Radio Reporter

Dog mess DNA database only an idea, says IW Council Leader

Mon, 25 March 2013 12:03PM - A DNA database to catch dog owners who allow their animals to foul the Island's pavements is only an idea, according to the Isle of Wight's Council Leader. Read More »

By Emma Philo

Town Council accused of "hysterical scaremongering" by Isle of Wight Council Leader

Mon, 25 March 2013 11:38AM - Ventnor Town Council has been accused of "hysterical scaremongering" after it raised concerns about the future of coastal protection. Read More »

By Emma Philo

Minister Visit For Marine Conservation Zones Proposals Public Meeting

Mon, 25 March 2013 7:00AM - Areas around the Isle of Wight could be included in the proposed scheme. Read More »

By Lucy Morgan

Minister to hear marine conservation concerns

UPDATE: 21 Mar 13 15:24

Wed, 20 March 2013 1:26PM - Concerns over the effect on the Isle of Wight of potential Marine Conservation Zones are due to be heard by a government minister. Read More »

By Isle of Wight Radio Reporter

Town Council's fears for future of Isle of Wight coastline

UPDATE: 20 Mar 13 17:22

Wed, 20 March 2013 1:14PM - Fears over the future of the Isle of Wight's coastline have been raised, after internal Isle of Wight Council papers revealed a planned review of its coastal management team. Read More »

By Isle of Wight Radio Reporter

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