Isle of Wight News

Transition to new Cowes Enterprise College building begins in September

Fri, 17 May 2013 1:16PM - The transition period for the move to the new building at Cowes Enterprise College will begin in September, according to the new Chair of the Governing Body Rachael Fidler. Read More »

By Emma Philo

Lottie to see her new space for the first time

Sat, 18 May 2013 8:07AM - Niton youngster Lottie Rann will get the first look at her new space on Saturday, having spent months in a mainland children's rehabilitation unit. Read More »

By Emma Philo

Bardon Vectis Asphalt Plans Approved

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:45AM - The decision was made by a planning officer under delegated powers yesterday (16 May) Read More »

By Lucy Morgan

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

Inquest: Shanklin man found by dog walker

Fri, 17 May 2013 10:11AM - The body of a Shanklin man was found by a dog walker, an inquest opening has heard. Read More »

By Isle of Wight Radio Reporter

Crime doesn't pay as Hampshire Police seize £3.3m

Thu, 16 May 2013 11:51AM - Police have almost doubled the amount of money claimed back from criminals using the Proceeds of Crime Act in the past year, compared to the previous year. Read More »

By Isle of Wight Radio Reporter

Fire crews called to Albany prison

Thu, 16 May 2013 3:19PM - Fire crews have been called to Albany prison, after getting reports of smoke coming from the roof. Read More »

By Isle of Wight Radio Reporter

Blast Off Hopes For Newport Bar Manager In Lynx Space Competition

Thu, 16 May 2013 2:21PM - A Newport bar manager is preparing for the next stage of a competition that could see him win a trip to space. Read More »

By Lucy Morgan

Police Commissioner set to appoint assistant on the Isle of Wight

Thu, 16 May 2013 2:10PM - The search has begun for an Isle of Wight representative to work with Hampshire Police and Crime Commissioner Simon Hayes. Read More »

By Emma Philo

Channel Rowers Set To Raise Charity Cash

Thu, 16 May 2013 1:43PM - The all-women Wight Crew are preparing to leaver Dover in June. Read More »

By Lucy Morgan

Formal Identification Expected After Body Found At Alum Bay

Thu, 16 May 2013 1:25PM - A police spokeswoman has told Isle of Wight Radio that the death is not being treated as suspicious. Read More »

By Isle of Wight Radio Reporter

We can work together - new council leader

Thu, 16 May 2013 10:46AM - New Isle of Wight Council leader confident political groups can work together. Read More »

By Matt White

Costa Coffee To Open In Ryde

Thu, 16 May 2013 10:26AM - New branch expected to open in July. Read More »

By Lucy Morgan

Sandwich chain set to open its latest store in Newport

Thu, 16 May 2013 6:30AM - An international sandwich chain is set to open its latest store on the Isle of Wight on Thursday.
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By Isle of Wight Radio Reporter

Isle of Wight Council Leadership and key roles decided

Wed, 15 May 2013 9:16PM - The new-look Isle of Wight Council has been decided, with independent Councillor Ian Stephens becoming the new Leader of the authority.
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By Isle of Wight Radio Reporter

Fatboy Slim for Friday night at Bestival

Wed, 15 May 2013 7:00PM - Fatboy Slim will headline Friday night at this year's Bestival. Read More »

By Matt White

Police name man found dead near Shanklin beach

Wed, 15 May 2013 4:46PM - Police have named the man found dead on Shanklin seafront on Tuesday morning. Read More »

By Emma Philo

Wightlink welcomes High Court Decision Supporting Its Ferry Operations At Lymington

Wed, 15 May 2013 1:30PM - "Good news for staff and for the Isle of Wight", says Chief Executive. Read More »

By Contributed

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