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The Island's first school dedicated to children and young people with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs has opened in East Cowes.

Work to demolish the former Newport FC clubhouse at St George’s Way will begin on Monday.

Shanklin Town Council is hosting a Town Meeting for Residents at Shanklin Theatre next Tuesday (September 17) to introduce the rationale for the three Bay Councils to join forces to help secure additional funding.

Opposition to six potential primary school closures has been stepped up across the Isle of Wight.

A married couple will be visiting the Isle of Wight as part of a fundraising challenge to stop at all 238 Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) sites in the UK and Ireland over the course of a month.

The Diocese of Portsmouth has given its response to Isle of Wight Council proposals to close three C of E schools.

AN ISLE of Wight primary school has “raised expectations” and “improved” its quality of education, according to inspectors.

For years, the culvert on Cemetery Road in Binstead has been the centre of attention when it comes to flooding in the area.

Isle of Wight councillors and council officers received a grilling over possible school closures yesterday evening at Newport’s County Hall.

OPPOSITION to six potential primary school closures has been stepped up across the Isle of Wight.

The Isle of Wight community is being asked to support Island health services as the number of patients needing urgent and emergency care has reached peak levels.

Planet Aware, in partnership with Ryde Town Council (RTC) has unveiled a trial initiative aimed at tackling cigarette butt litter along the coast.

Red Funnel has worked hand-in-hand with one of its long-term freight customers, Acclaim Logistics, to collect hundreds of tin cans as part of a food donation drive for its Charity of The Year partner, the Isle of Wight Foodbank.

AN ISLE of Wight NHS pharmacy owner has had to rely on live savings to keep his business afloat amid a national pharmacy crisis.

The Island's young heroes have been crowned at Isle of Wight Radio's Child of Wight Awards 2024.

A number of parking restrictions are now in operation to assist traffic flow along the diversion route in place for the temporary closure of Leeson Road.

The Isle of Wight Council has congratulated an Island school on achieving the highest possible rating from Ofsted.

THE UK’s largest forecourt provider is seeking planning permission to install an electric vehicle charging zone next to Morrisons in Newport.

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance has launched its biggest ever fundraising appeal, Operation Airbase - Save Time, Save Lives, to raise £3.6million for its airbase and charity headquarters.

Cowes RNLI station is looking for new volunteers to join its thriving community of people helping to save lives in the Solent.

Shannen Doherty, the star of Beverly Hills, 90210 and Charmed, has died at the age of 53.

Europe’s largest outdoor jazz festival returns to Glynde Place in East Sussex next month.

Few festivals have been as eagerly anticipated this summer as Winchester's Boomtown Fair - the first new chapter turned since 2019.

Whether at the cinema or in the comfort of your own home, many people frequently find themselves falling asleep to films, even if they didn’t intend to.

The past 12 months has seen a conveyer belt of Isle of Wight creative talent propelled into mainstream consciousness.

England's Charley Hull will begin Team Europe's bid for more Solheim Cup history as she partners rookie Esther Henseleit in the opening match of the Friday foursomes.

England suffered a heavy defeat to rivals Australia in the first T20I after Travis Head hit a brilliant half-century at the Utilita Bowl in Southampton.

Lee Carsley insists he is "up for" the England manager's position and says as far as he’s concerned, the role is no longer the "impossible job".

The advancement has been so pronounced and the transformation that effective, it probably slips the mind that during his first nine months at Arsenal, Mikel Arteta's status was simply 'head coach.'

In an open letter to the Tottenham Hotspur fan base at the end of the 2021 season, chairman Daniel Levy highlighted the club would look to appoint a manager who could deliver "free-flowing, attacking and entertaining" football - and they've found what they were looking for in Ange Postecoglou.

British sitcoms have a special place in the hearts of TV audiences, blending sharp wit, memorable characters, and a unique sense of humour that has made them beloved around the world. While some of these shows ended on a high note, others left us with lingering questions or unresolved storylines. Many of these iconic comedies left fans yearning for just one more episode to catch up with old favourites and see what they’ve been up to since we last saw them. Here are five British sitcoms we’d love to see return for one final episode:

The return of Gavin and Stacey for a final episode has been on fans' wish lists since the Christmas special in 2019 left us with one of the biggest cliff hangers in the show’s history, and this year we've got our wish. So, what exactly do we want to see when Gavin, Stacey, and the gang finally return to our screens for one last hurrah this Christmas? With filming commencing in Barry Island from last week, here are five things we’d love to see happen:

As the kids go back to school this week, now's a good time to remember some of the most iconic movies in cinema history on the halls of education. From classic comedies to heartfelt dramas, here are the five greatest high school movies of all time that have captured the essence of this unique stage of life:

Autumn is a season that seems to weave magic into the air. As the days grow shorter and the air becomes crisper, the world around us begins to transform. The lush green of summer fades, giving way to a rich palette of reds, oranges, and golds. It’s a time of reflection, change, and comfort, making it a favourite season for many. Here are five things we always love about autumn:

It's happening! After a 15-year hiatus, Oasis are reuniting for a world tour in 2025 with dates for the UK and Ireland announced. With hits like "Wonderwall," "Don’t Look Back in Anger," and "Live Forever," they are the voice of a generation. Their live performances, filled with raw energy and attitude, are legendary. Here are five memorable performances from the Gallagher brothers that will get any fan in the mood to relive the magic ahead of next year:

British sitcoms have a special place in the hearts of TV audiences, blending sharp wit, memorable characters, and a unique sense of humour that has made them beloved around the world. While some of these shows ended on a high note, others left us with lingering questions or unresolved storylines. Many of these iconic comedies left fans yearning for just one more episode to catch up with old favourites and see what they’ve been up to since we last saw them. Here are five British sitcoms we’d love to see return for one final episode:

The return of Gavin and Stacey for a final episode has been on fans' wish lists since the Christmas special in 2019 left us with one of the biggest cliff hangers in the show’s history, and this year we've got our wish. So, what exactly do we want to see when Gavin, Stacey, and the gang finally return to our screens for one last hurrah this Christmas? With filming commencing in Barry Island from last week, here are five things we’d love to see happen:

As the kids go back to school this week, now's a good time to remember some of the most iconic movies in cinema history on the halls of education. From classic comedies to heartfelt dramas, here are the five greatest high school movies of all time that have captured the essence of this unique stage of life:

Autumn is a season that seems to weave magic into the air. As the days grow shorter and the air becomes crisper, the world around us begins to transform. The lush green of summer fades, giving way to a rich palette of reds, oranges, and golds. It’s a time of reflection, change, and comfort, making it a favourite season for many. Here are five things we always love about autumn:

It's happening! After a 15-year hiatus, Oasis are reuniting for a world tour in 2025 with dates for the UK and Ireland announced. With hits like "Wonderwall," "Don’t Look Back in Anger," and "Live Forever," they are the voice of a generation. Their live performances, filled with raw energy and attitude, are legendary. Here are five memorable performances from the Gallagher brothers that will get any fan in the mood to relive the magic ahead of next year:

A six-a-side football programme that has already helped more than 6,000 men across the UK tackle obesity is set to kick-off on the Isle of Wight this month.

Shanklin Football Club has received a cash boost to make improvements on and off the pitch.

President Vladimir Putin has warned that allowing Ukraine to strike Russian territory with Western-made long-range missiles would put NATO "at war" with Russia.

The last time war came to Oryol was 1941. It came under Nazi occupation, before becoming one of the first major cities to be liberated by the Soviet Red Army.

Warning: This story contains offensive language, including antisemitic content.

The Northern Lights may be visible across parts of the UK this evening, with the Met Office forecasting "ideal viewing conditions".

A proposal to build a new 50-mile railway line as a cheaper but slower alternative to a scrapped section of HS2 has been unveiled.

An annual ride, set up after a horse was killed as a result of reckless driving, will take place this Sunday (September 15).

Breeze, the Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS) app serving the Solent area, has announced the addition of Wightlink ferries to its growing list of transport options.

Brave fundraisers have touched the sky, by taking part in the Isle of Wight’s first ever wing walk and by skydiving, to raise vital cash for Mountbatten Isle of Wight.

There is less than a month to go until this year’s Isle of Wight Literary Festival - and tickets are going fast.

Fears will be conquered and personal challenges achieved when over 50 swimmers take part in the fourteenth West Wight Sports and Community Centre Solent Swim on Saturday (September 14.)

Rock legend Jon Bon Jovi has been captured on camera helping to persuade a "distraught" woman to step away from the ledge of a bridge in Nashville.

An American billionaire has become the first person to take part in a private spacewalk - against the spectacular backdrop of the Earth.

The NHS will not get any more funding without reforming, Sir Keir Starmer has said as he laid out a 10-year plan to fix the health service.

Sir Keir Starmer has said that Russia started the Ukraine war and "could end the conflict straight away".

The gap between how much money the state takes in and its spending will triple in the next 50 years, according to independent forecasters.

A mixture of comedy, politics and thriller to keep you intrigued and engaged, this month.

The Kings Theatre are delighted to announce that Britain’s Got Talent winner George Sampson is to play the title role of Dick Whittington in this year’s Pompey Panto.

The ground that surrounds Carisbrooke Castle is a popular walk with dog owners and locals – and connects to lots of onward walks around rural Carisbrooke, with its stunning views and watering holes.

We've got an amazing opportunity for you to win a three or four night break for two adults at this stunning Island retreat!

You know the spooky season is upon us when it's Wizard Week - and we've got a family pass to give away for this annual event...

We've got an amazing opportunity for you to win a beautiful lunch or dinner for six people at this brilliant eatery, who recently won Best Pub Award for the Island!

We`ve got an incredible rib trip around the Solent for up to SEVEN people to view the island's stunning coastline, and get up close to the Napoleonic Sea Forts this summer...