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Lake Parish Project Promotes Partnership
Lake Parish Councillors formally opened the newly landscaped New Road Public Space, alongside the new Public Toilets, and the renovated...

Dominic Kureen
2 days ago


Isle Of Wight’s Ugly Ozo Releases New SingleÂ
Isle of Wight musician ugly ozo has released her first single since signing to a new record label. onto a winner is out now and available...

Dominic Kureen
3 days ago


New Steam Railway Squirrel Hide Unveiled
The Isle of Wight Steam Railway and The Isle of Wight Red Squirrel Trust have joined together to install an exciting addition at the Isle...

Dominic Kureen
3 days ago


Spencer Woods Path In Gurnard Set For Upgrade To Allow Safer Beach Access
A popular footpath winding through Spencer Woods in Gurnard is set to receive a welcome upgrade, improving access from Worsley Road down...

Dominic Kureen
3 days ago


Latest Community Grant Scheme Launches
Island projects making a difference in their community could be eligible for a funding boost. New and existing schemes supporting Isle of...

Dominic Kureen
3 days ago


Isle Of Wight Swim Team Dive Into Final Push For Island Games
The Isle of Wight’s swimming team is gearing up for the 2025 International Island Games in Orkney this July and their team manager, Gavin...

Dominic Kureen
5 days ago


Bette's Off: Beloved Lake Councillor Retires
Lake Parish Councillors said farewell to retiring Councillor Bette Young at their Annual Meeting.

Dominic Kureen
5 days ago


Big Meade’s Big Reveal — Shanklin’s New Play Park Opens Just In Time For Summer
There’s a new reason for little legs to get excited in Shanklin — a sparkling new play park has just swung into action at Big Meade!...

Dominic Kureen
5 days ago


Ukrainian Family Opens Atmospheric Café And Bakery In Newport
A new café and bakery has today (Tuesday) opened its doors in Newport, adding a fresh new flavour to the Island’s growing culinary scene....

Dominic Kureen
5 days ago


Local Air Ambulance Takes-Off For Flight Number 14,000
The doctors, dispatchers, pilots and paramedics that make up the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance critical care teams have...

Dominic Kureen
6 days ago


Wightlink Announces Free Travel For 16 And 17-Year-Olds As Part Of Young Person’s Travel Initiative
Two free foot passenger crossings will be offered for every young Island person in training or sixth-form education as part of a...

Dominic Kureen
6 days ago


Isle Of Wight Veteran Turns ‘Blindfolded Bimble’ Into Annual Armed Forces Month Event
A blind veteran from the Isle of Wight has organised his second blindfolded fundraising walk to raise money for Blind Veterans UK, the...

Dominic Kureen
Jun 13


Van Mossel Esplanade Brings Showroom To Customers During Ongoing Roadworks
With roadworks and long diversions causing traffic delays getting in and out of Cowes, Van Mossel Esplanade has taken the proactive step...

Dominic Kureen
Jun 13


Vectis Refrigeration Drives Towards Greener Future With Electric Van Fleet
Cowes based Vectis Refrigeration has taken a bold step toward environmental sustainability by transitioning its fleet of service vehicles...

Dominic Kureen
Jun 13


Utilita’s Newport Hub Supports Record Numbers Of Local Charities And Community Groups
Community Room activity has rocketed at Utilita’s High Street Energy Hub in Newport with record numbers of charities and groups now...

Dominic Kureen
Jun 13


New Book Shows History Of Godshill In 99 Old Postcards
The Ventnor & District Local History Society’s latest publication, Godshill in 99 Old Postcards, is now available. It is the third book...

Dominic Kureen
Jun 13


Hovertravel Revises Freight Service With New Weight-Based Pricing Structure
Hovertravel, the fastest ferry service between Portsmouth and the Isle of Wight, has introduced a significant upgrade to its freight...

Dominic Kureen
Jun 13


Labour MPs Call For Urgent Reform Of Mole Removals By Highlighting Zoe’s Law
Richard Quigley MP has secured a Backbench Business debate in the House of Commons to call for urgent reform in the handling of mole...

Dominic Kureen
Jun 12


Isle Of Wight Dentist Scoops Three Awards At Top Dentistry Ceremony
Denbigh House Dental Practice has swept three prestigious accolades at the 2025 Dentistry Awards, held on Friday 7 June at the Athena in...

Dominic Kureen
Jun 12


Newport Minster Inviting Islanders To Dig Into Family Archives
As part of the ongoing National Lottery Heritage Funded project, the team at Newport Minster are working on a new exhibition. The...

Dominic Kureen
Jun 11
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