Isle of Wight-based writer, publisher, and community arts leader Lottie Begg is joining the Young Poet Laureate programme 2025.

A disused garage and workshop in St Helens could soon be given a new lease of life – with plans submitted to turn the site into four much-needed flats.

According to new figures, 370 pedestrians were recorded as casualties in road traffic accidents in 2024/25.

A well-known Isle of Wight fish and chip shop could be set to close for good if a change of use application is approved.

Residents in Lake North will head to the polls this Thursday to choose their next Isle of Wight councillor.

A man has sadly died following a major emergency response in Shanklin this morning.

George first joined Cowes’ independent lifeboat, Cowes Rescue, in 2003, after a long career as a journalist across several southern newspapers.

A major vote on the creation of a new layer of government for Hampshire and the Solent is expected at the Isle of Wight Council this evening.

Captiva Homes has said it is “delighted” with Isle of Wight planners’ recommendation to approve its 473-home West Acre Park proposal.

Priory School hit all the right notes this week, when a beautiful new piano was donated. The grand instrument didn’t arrive by truck,...

Residents are being reminded there’s still time to take part in Island Roads’ annual customer survey and share their views on the highway services across the Isle of Wight.

The incident happened at around 11.25am and led to the closure of the road while crews dealt with the scene.

Gin lovers on the Isle of Wight are being invited to raise a glass to a new seasonal spirit, as the Isle of Wight Distillery launches its latest limited-edition creation – Mermaid Winter Gin.

By popular demand, Wessex Cancer Support’s Christmas Drive-In Cinema will return to the Island this December.

Leslies Motors has announced it will close its Hyundai dealership in Sandown at the end of November 2025, marking the end of an era for the long-standing site.

The October 2 poll was triggered by the resignation of Reform UK councillor David Maclean, who stepped down just months after being elected at a previous by-election.

Over 200 applied, but Charlotte’s inspiring story stood out.

Island ferry operator Red Funnel has been sold to investment company Njord Partners, marking what bosses are calling an “exciting new chapter” for the 164-year-old service.

A bid to transform a countryside campsite near Calbourne into “upmarket and high-end” glamping accommodation has gone to appeal.

An Isle of Wight Council officer has been formally recognised for two decades of voluntary service with HM Coastguard.