Isle of Wight Police have confirmed that two teenagers have been detained following an alleged incident involving a knife on a Southern Vectis bus.
Officers stopped the bus on Ventnor High Street on Sunday night following reports that a boy had been threatened.
A 17 year old was arrested on suspicion of making threats to kill, while a 15 year old was arrested on suspicion of possessing a knife.
Newport And Carisbrooke Community Council Slammed For "Quite Offensive" £600 Chain Of Office Bill
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Isle Of Wight Councillor Shares Affordable Housing Concerns
An Isle of Wight councillor has slammed the fact that only 7.3 per cent of housing created across the Island last year could be classed as affordable.
School Closure Proposals To Come Under Spotlight At County Hall Next Month
School planning proposals which could lead to the closure of six Isle of Wight primary schools will come under the spotlight at County Hall next week.
Cowes And Ryde Road Improvements On The Way
Work to improve two busy sections of road in Cowes and Ryde will begin later this month.
CQC Takes Action To Protect People Living At 'Poorly Managed' Isle Of Wight Care Home
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has taken action to protect people living at Blackwater Mill Residential Home in the Isle of Wight, following an inspection in March and April.
"More Generous" Council Tax Support Unlikely Isle Of Wight Councillor Admits
An Isle of Wight councillor has said he would “love” council tax support to be “more generous” ahead of a cabinet discussion on the issue this evening.
Isle Of Wight Council On Track To Submit Island Planning Strategy To Government
The Isle of Wight Council is on track to submit the Island Planning Strategy (IPS) to government at the end of the month.
Timetable Changes For Wightlink During Great South Run
There will be changes to Wightlink’s sailings to Portsmouth Gunwharf on Sunday 20 October 2024 because of road closures in the city centre during the annual Great South Run.
New Facilities Set To Enhance Visitor Experience At Beloved Island Beach
A National Trust project to significantly improve the visitor facilities at the much-loved Compton Bay has now reached completion.
Owners Of Sandown Eyesore Fined After Successful Isle Of Wight Council Prosecution
The owners of a Sandown eyesore must pay thousands of pounds in fines and costs after failing to undertake repairs to the property.
'Wonderful' Newport Youth hub Given Council Vote Of Confidence
A “wonderful” Newport youth hub project designed to reduce anti-social behaviour was given a vote of confidence by a community council yesterday (Tuesday).
Isle Of Wight Radio DJ Paul Topping Braced For Hurricane Milton As Orlando Trip Takes Scary Turn
Isle of Wight Radio's Paul Topping will be in the eye of the storm - or hurricane - tonight, as his dream vacation to Florida turns into a nightmare.
New Provider Set To Ensure Freshwater NHS Dental Services Continue Following MyDentist Closure
A new provider will be taking on the existing NHS dental services in Freshwater following the planned October 31 closure of MyDentist.
Gosport And Isle Of Wight Maritime Teams Working Together To Improve Safety At Sea
Volunteers from Gosport National Coastwatch Institution (NCI) have been finding out about Wightlink’s maritime operations this month.
What The Cluck? Chicken Shop Mooted For Newport Despite Health And Environmental Concerns
A chicken shop could open in Newport’s historic town centre, despite community and environmental health objections from the community council.
Abandon Chip: Housing Plans Revealed For Former Cowes Takeaway
The owner of a now defunct Isle of Wight chippy has applied to turn the building into a house.
Denistry At The Root Of Isle Of Wight Health Concerns
Concerns about the Isle of Wight’s dentistry services still stand out in feedback on the Island’s health and social care services, a report has shown.
Consultation Launched On Proposal For New ‘Pay & Display’ Bays In Newport's Union Street
Isle of Wight Council has launched a new parking consultation over a proposal that some of the ‘limited waiting’ bays in Union Street in Newport are changed to ‘Pay & Display’ bays.
Island Line Services Resume Following Completion Of Large Programme Of Vital Maintenance
South Western Railway (SWR) services resume this morning (Monday 7 October) following a month-long closure of the Island Line while engineers completed a comprehensive programme of critical maintenance.
Applications Open For Red Funnel’s 2025 Charity Of The Year
Red Funnel has announced the opening of its annual Charity of the Year nominations for 2025.
Newport And Carisbrooke Community Council Slammed For "Quite Offensive" £600 Chain Of Office Bill
An Isle of Wight man has rebuked a Newport and Carisbrooke Community Council motion for a £600 chain of office bill as “quite offensive” amid a cost-of-living crisis.
Isle Of Wight Councillor Shares Affordable Housing Concerns
An Isle of Wight councillor has slammed the fact that only 7.3 per cent of housing created across the Island last year could be classed as affordable.
School Closure Proposals To Come Under Spotlight At County Hall Next Month
School planning proposals which could lead to the closure of six Isle of Wight primary schools will come under the spotlight at County Hall next week.
Cowes And Ryde Road Improvements On The Way
Work to improve two busy sections of road in Cowes and Ryde will begin later this month.
