The Isle of Wight has been named in a major independent report examining organised child sexual exploitation across the UK, with 149 local authority areas identified in the document published this week.

🎪 The Isle of Wight Festival is here! From Joel Corry and Elvana to silent discos and local favourites Ska'd For Life, we've picked out the Thursday acts you won't want to miss as the 2026 festival gets underway. 🎶🌟

Ryde is set to come alive as IW Mardi Gras returns on 4 July — with giant puppets, samba bands and Island folklore taking over the streets in a huge free community celebration.

Heading to the Isle of Wight Festival? A dense fog warning has been issued until Friday, with poor visibility and possible ferry disruption expected across the Island.

A decision on Cowes' controversial McDonald's drive-thru is expected tomorrow — with opponents calling the scheme a "monstrosity" and supporters promising 120 jobs.

Outdoor fires across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight rose by 54% last year, with hot summer weather blamed for a surge in grass, woodland and crop fires.

Isle of Wight West MP Richard Quigley has taken concerns over dementia patients being discharged to mainland care homes directly to ministers during a House of Commons debate.

Jeremy Clarkson has revealed he is battling an “aggressive” form of prostate cancer, with the diagnosis featured in the latest series of Clarkson’s Farm.