A man has been charged with multiple driving offences after police stopped a vehicle during a morning patrol in Freshwater earlier this week.

the driver was arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving, driving whilst disqualified, taking a vehicle without the owner’s consent and failing to provide a specimen

Island retailer W. Hurst & Son has confirmed its Freshwater and Shanklin branches will remain open following a comprehensive financial review.

Freshwater Independent Lifeboat is calling on Islanders to get behind a major fundraising campaign to help complete vital improvements to its lifeboat station.

A proposed mixed-use development with at least 60 homes and a retail outlet is facing continuing opposition from residents and campaigners.

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary is investigating reports that a badger sett in Freshwater was filled in with concrete.

Isle of Wight planners are being urged to reject plans for a 127-home development near Freshwater, after more than 60 objections were submitted to the council.

A major mixed-use development proposed for the Heathfield Farm Campsite site in Freshwater is facing strong opposition from the parish council.

A 127-home development proposal in an Isle of Wight village has resurfaced in revised form.

The Red Lion Inn, Freshwater is celebrating after being named in the UK’s 100 Best Pubs 2025 list by The Good Food Guide.

Plans to demolish and replace a bungalow in Freshwater have been approved by Isle of Wight Council — despite opposition from the parish council.