A number of cross-Solent sailings have been cancelled today after a mechanical fault developed on a Wightlink St Clare.

While residents cite the rising cost of living and ferry prices as key pressures, many say the timing and coordination of roadworks and closures are their most immediate concern.

Police were called to an address in Cowes on Wednesday afternoon following reports that three males were attempting to gain entry to a property.

The Green Party, Conservatives and Reform UK are all aiming to unseat Isle of Wight Council leader Phil Jordan in Ryde North West at the upcoming local elections.

Four major political parties and an independent candidate are standing in Cowes South and Northwood ahead of the local elections on 7 May.

Singer-songwriter Jason McNiff is returning to the Isle of Wight next month for a special live performance celebrating the music of Leonard Cohen.

A woman has been arrested after a man was seriously assaulted at an address in Freshwater this lunchtime.

Reform UK could emerge as the largest party on the Isle of Wight Council following next week’s local elections, according to two separate forecasts.