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Inquest opens into death of man at Alum Bay

Inquest opens into death of man at Alum Bay

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:05AM - The inquest has opened into the death of a man whose body was found at the foot of cliffs at Alum Bay on Wednesday. Read More »
By Isle of Wight Radio Reporter
Vectis Wind Farm appeal withdrawn

Vectis Wind Farm appeal withdrawn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
Legendary Cream drummer to join Rhythmtree World Music Festival

Legendary Cream drummer to join Rhythmtree World Music Festival

Wed, 08 May 2013 10:25AM - Isle of Wight Radio can reveal that rock legend Ginger Baker is to appear at July's Rhythmtree World Music Festival. Read More »
By Emma Philo
Sailor suffers serious head injuries after being hit by boom

Sailor suffers serious head injuries after being hit by boom

Tue, 07 May 2013 9:34AM - A woman suffered serious head injuries and two crew members were thrown overboard from their yacht in rough seas off Hurst Castle. Read More »
By Emma Philo
Dramatic Gorse Fire On St Boniface Down

Dramatic Gorse Fire On St Boniface Down

Sat, 04 May 2013 6:36PM - Fire crews called to Ventnor beauty spot. Read More »
By Lucy Morgan
Ofsted finds two West Wight primary schools "need improvements"

Ofsted finds two West Wight primary schools "need improvements"

Tue, 30 April 2013 10:30AM - Two Isle of Wight primary schools need improvements, according to Ofsted. Read More »
By Emma Philo
Stabbing leads to arrest

Stabbing leads to arrest

Sun, 21 April 2013 2:04PM - A man with a stab wound to his neck was treated in hospital during the early hours of this morning (Sunday). Read More »
By Isle of Wight Radio Reporter
Unique exhibition showcases work by autistic artists

Unique exhibition showcases work by autistic artists

Tue, 09 April 2013 4:40PM - A unique exhibition will showcase work by autistic artists at a Freshwater gallery, which begins in May. Read More »
By Emma Philo
West Wight events continue to bring communities together

West Wight events continue to bring communities together

Tue, 09 April 2013 12:10PM - An event, organised by police in the West Wight, is helping to bring communities together. Read More »
By Emma Philo
Buzz Of Excitement As New High Sheriff Assumes Role

Buzz Of Excitement As New High Sheriff Assumes Role

Mon, 08 April 2013 7:00AM - Beekeeper and farmer to formally become the Island's High Sheriff. Read More »
By Lucy Morgan
Ultra athlete wins gruelling marathon

Ultra athlete wins gruelling marathon

Tue, 02 April 2013 10:18AM - Iron man Dave Berridge has won the gruelling 352-mile 6633 Ultra Marathon. Read More »
By Matt White
Woman freed by Isle of Wight fire crews from the mud near Totland

Woman freed by Isle of Wight fire crews from the mud near Totland

Sun, 31 March 2013 7:39PM - A woman has been freed from mud by fire crews in the West Wight. Read More »
By Isle of Wight Radio Reporter
Shanklin beach no longer recommended in national guide

Shanklin beach no longer recommended in national guide

Wed, 27 March 2013 12:01AM - An Isle of Wight beach is no longer being recommended in a national guide for the quality of its bathing waters. Read More »
By Isle of Wight Radio Reporter
Cannon to be lifted into place at Fort

Cannon to be lifted into place at Fort

Mon, 25 March 2013 3:53PM - A new attraction at Fort Victoria is completed on Tuesday, as a 3.5 tonne cannon is lifted into place. Read More »
By Emma Philo
Minister Visit For Marine Conservation Zones Proposals Public Meeting

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
"Dangerous" drugs and charity boxes stolen from Freshwater pharmacy

"Dangerous" drugs and charity boxes stolen from Freshwater pharmacy

Tue, 19 March 2013 4:36PM - Police on the Isle of Wight are appealing for information after a break-in at a pharmacy in Freshwater where medication and a charity box were stolen. Read More »
By Contributed
Former West Wight school site sale plan confirmed

Former West Wight school site sale plan confirmed

Tue, 19 March 2013 2:06PM - The controversial sale of the former West Wight Middle school has been rubber stamped. Read More »
By Isle of Wight Radio Reporter
Apple Farm hopes for late night alcohol licence

Apple Farm hopes for late night alcohol licence

Fri, 15 March 2013 2:08PM - An Island attraction is hoping for a late night entertainment licence. Read More »
By Isle of Wight Radio Reporter
Locally crafted gun carriage to be displayed

Locally crafted gun carriage to be displayed

Wed, 13 March 2013 5:09PM - A two-tonne gun carriage built by local public artists Eccleston George is to go on display at Fort Victoria. Read More »
By Isle of Wight Radio Reporter
Affordable middle school homes plan moves forward

Affordable middle school homes plan moves forward

Mon, 11 March 2013 3:23PM - Plans to build 50 homes, the majority of them affordable, on the site of the former West Wight Middle School could be agreed under a delegated decision. Read More »
By Isle of Wight Radio Reporter

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