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Yo Cowes! G4 Star Mike Christie Set To Serve Sushi At New Bath House Café
Working with local builders and Cowes-based heritage architect Leah Mew, the plans would see the site turned into The Bath House — a café with sushi forming part of its menu.

Dominic Kureen
Mar 10


Hundreds Attend Wellbeing Event At Northwood House
Throughout the day, attendees were able to take part in a wide range of activities focused on holistic health and alternative wellbeing practices.

Dominic Kureen
Mar 6


Isle Of Wight Employers Invited To Help Shape Future Workforce
Employers across the Isle of Wight are being encouraged to help shape the Island’s future workforce by taking part in a council-backed work experience event in Cowes.

Dominic Kureen
Mar 2


Man Remains In Custody After Cowes Crash
A 45-year-old man from Cowes remains in police custody following an arrest on suspicion of drink driving after a crash in the town last night.

Dominic Kureen
Mar 2


Isle Of Wight MP Joins 91-Year-Old Resident For 70 Toe-Touch Challenge In Cowes
Richard Quigley visited Abbeyfield House in Cowes to celebrate the 70th anniversary of Abbeyfield Living Society, which was founded in 1956.

Dominic Kureen
Feb 27


Isle Of Wight Wellness Day To Take Place At Northwood House This Month
A major new wellbeing event is heading to the Island this month, with organisers promising a full day of holistic experiences, talks and hands-on workshops.

Dominic Kureen
Feb 18


Cowes Pub Named Isle Of Wight CAMRA Pub Of The Year 2026
Island real ale fans have voted The Ale House in Cowes as the Isle of Wight CAMRA Pub of the Year for 2026.

Dominic Kureen
Feb 10


Cowes Pharmacy Becomes First In UK To Introduce Two Prescription Collection Points
A Cowes pharmacy has become the first in the UK to offer two prescription collection points, after the town’s mayor officially opened the new facility this morning.

Rufus Pickles
Feb 10


Horsebox Ends Up In Ditch Causing Delays On Cowes Diversion Route
A horsebox has come to rest in a ditch on Whitehouse Road this afternoon, causing delays on the main diversion route to Cowes.

Dominic Kureen
Feb 9


Popular Cowes Eatery Harbour Kitchen To Close After Eight Years
A popular Cowes restaurant has announced it will close its doors next month after eight years of trading.

Dominic Kureen
Jan 29


Free Cowes Parking Boost For Daisy Ring Bus Volunteer Drivers
Volunteer drivers for Daisy Ring Bus C.I.C. can now benefit from free parking in Cowes, thanks to the support of Northwood House Charitable Trust Co Ltd.

Dominic Kureen
Jan 26


‘Significant Progress’ Made On Replacing Troubled Floating Bridge
East Cowes Town Council and the Isle of Wight Council say “significant progress” has been made in plans to replace the long-troubled Floating Bridge.

Rufus Pickles
Jan 22


Union Inn Shelves Modern Extension Plans Following Resident Concerns
A proposal to ‘enhance’ an historic Isle of Wight pub with a roof terrace and pergola has been withdrawn after criticism from residents and the local town council.

Rufus Pickles
Jan 19


Cowes Care Home Residents Visit Island Art Exhibition In Newport
The sessions were described as fun and full of laughter, with residents and their families joining in.

Dominic Kureen
Jan 16


Support And Objections Lodged Over Proposed McDonald’s Drive-Thru In Cowes
A proposed McDonald’s drive-thru restaurant in Cowes has prompted a wave of public response, with dozens of letters submitted to the Isle of Wight Council.

Rufus Pickles
Dec 23, 2025


Former Cowes Chip Shop Could Become One-Bedroom Flat
A former fish and chip shop in Cowes could be converted into a one-bedroom apartment under new plans submitted to the Isle of Wight Council.

Rufus Pickles
Dec 23, 2025


Plans Submitted For McDonald’s Drive Thru In Cowes
The fast-food chain is proposing a new branch on land next to Esplanade Garage on Three Gates Road in Cowes.

Rufus Pickles
Dec 20, 2025


Neighbours Raise Noise And Fire Fears Over Historic Cowes Pub’s Roof Terrace Plan
Plans to ‘enhance’ an historic Isle of Wight pub with a roof terrace and pergola have prompted noise and fire concerns from neighbours.

Rufus Pickles
Dec 16, 2025


Cowes And Newport Burglar Jailed After Series Of Failed Break-Ins
A 36-year-old man has been jailed after attempting to break into a number of homes across Cowes and Newport.

Isle of Wight Radio
Dec 11, 2025


Horsebridge Hill Closed As Emergency Services Attend Ongoing Incident
Horsebridge Hill — the main route between Cowes and Newport — remains closed by police this morning.

Dominic Kureen
Dec 4, 2025
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