Walk The Wight 2011

Local News

'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.

Measles vaccine letters sent to Isle of Wight parents

Parents on the Isle of Wight are being sent letters to remind them about the importance of the measles vaccine.

Sea water plant planned for Sandown

Southern Water plans to build a plant in Sandown to turn sea water into drinking water.

Organisers hail amazing Race for Life runners

Organisers of this year's 'amazing' Race for Life have said a heart-felt thank you to everyone involved.

More than 2,000 homes hit by power cut

Around 2,200 homes in Binstead and Wootton have been affected by a power cut this morning (Monday).

Transition to new Cowes Enterprise College building begins in September

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.

Lottie to see her new space for the first time

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.

Bardon Vectis Asphalt Plans Approved

The decision was made by a planning officer under delegated powers yesterday (16 May)

Inquest opens into death of man at Alum Bay

The inquest has opened into the death of a man whose body was found at the foot of cliffs at Alum Bay on Wednesday.

Inquest: Shanklin man found by dog walker

The body of a Shanklin man was found by a dog walker, an inquest opening has heard.

National News

Princes Call For Illegal Wildlife Trade Ban

Tue, 21 May 2013 1:48AM

British Deep Water Diver Dies At Italy Wreck

Mon, 20 May 2013 11:34PM

Killer Donkeys Maul Pensioner To Death

Mon, 20 May 2013 11:12PM

Ray Manzarek: Doors Founder Dies In Germany

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:57PM

Gay Marriage 'Wrecking Amendment' Rejected

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:52PM

Monster Tornado Sweeps Toward Major US City

Mon, 20 May 2013 9:58PM

Moscow 'Terror Attack Foiled After Shootout'

Mon, 20 May 2013 9:24PM

M&S Appoints Frenchman To Top Marketing Job

Mon, 20 May 2013 9:09PM

William Hague: 'All Options' Open Over Syria

Mon, 20 May 2013 8:10PM

Jose Mourinho To Leave Real Madrid

Mon, 20 May 2013 7:52PM