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Man Arrested Following Jewellery Theft In Newport
Police have arrested a man in connection with a burglary at T.M. Barber Jewellers on Newport High Street earlier this month.

Dominic Kureen
Sep 23


Police Investigate Assaults In Shanklin
Police have confirmed they are investigating after two people were assaulted at a property on Landguard Road, Shanklin.

Dominic Kureen
Sep 23


Island Leaders Voice Concern Over Wightlink Job Cut Plans
Political leaders at the Isle of Wight Council have spoken out against plans by ferry operator Wightlink to cut up to 50 jobs.

Rufus Pickles
Sep 22


Arson Investigation Launched After Fire At Derelict Sandown Hotel
Police have launched an arson investigation following a fire at a derelict hotel in Sandown.

Dominic Kureen
Sep 22


Blackgang Chine Celebrates Triple Win At UK Theme Park Awards
Blackgang Chine is celebrating after scooping three honours at this year’s UK Theme Park Awards, which recognise excellence across the visitor attractions industry.

Dominic Kureen
Sep 22


Historic Nao Victoria Ship To Dock At Yarmouth Pier This Month
A famous replica of one of history’s most significant ships will be docking at Yarmouth Pier this week as part of its European tour.

Dominic Kureen
Sep 22


Island Line To Close For Improvement Works In October And November
Passengers are being warned of major disruption on the Island Line this autumn as Network Rail and South Western Railway carry out a month of improvement works.

Dominic Kureen
Sep 22


Ventnor RFC Concludes Pre-Season With Inter-Club Clash
The match pitted a Chairman’s XV against a President’s XV, with the Chairman’s side eventually coming out on top.

Isle of Wight Radio
Sep 22


Man Pleads Guilty To Two Pharmacy Burglaries
An Isle of Wight man has pleaded guilty to two pharmacy burglaries at Isle of Wight Magistrates’ Court.

Isle of Wight Radio
Sep 21


Future Of Brading B&B Under Scrutiny As Owners Seek Change Of Use
A ten-room bed and breakfast in an historic Isle of Wight town could be transformed into a large family home amid ‘higher energy costs’ and a rising cost of living.

Rufus Pickles
Sep 21


Robertson And Quigley Weigh In On Flag Controversy
The Island’s MPs have weighed in on controversy surrounding the flying and graffitiing of national flags on the Isle of Wight.

Rufus Pickles
Sep 17


Moves To Protect Sandown’s ‘Much-Loved’ Boating Lake
Sandown’s iconic boating lake could be safeguarded for the future, as town councillors consider moves to give it special protected status.

Rufus Pickles
Sep 17


Isle Of Wight NHS Trust Defends Electroconvulsive Therapy After ‘Barbaric’ Claim
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust has responded to criticism of its use of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), described as ‘barbaric’ by an Isle of Wight councillor.

Rufus Pickles
Sep 17


Calls Grow For Future Solent Mayor To Have Ferry Powers
Under current proposals for the new authority, the Mayor would oversee road, rail and bus services — but not ferries.

Dominic Kureen
Sep 17


Island Groups Invited To ‘Meet the Funders’ Event in Newport
Community groups and charities on the Isle of Wight are being encouraged to take part in a special event designed to open doors to new funding opportunities.

Dominic Kureen
Sep 17


Island Men Shed Over A Tonne Thanks to Football-Based Weight Loss Clubs
More than 100 Isle of Wight men have collectively lost over a tonne in weight by swapping dieting apps for six-a-side football.

Dominic Kureen
Sep 17


Green Light For New Homes In Newport’s Historic Centre
Two new homes are set to be created in the heart of Newport, after plans to convert empty offices on Quay Street were approved.

Rufus Pickles
Sep 17


£40,000 Raised At WightAID’s Garden Party To Support Island Causes
It was sunshine, music, and generosity all round as WightAID’s summer garden party raised an incredible £40,000.

Dominic Kureen
Sep 16


Call For Isle Of Wight Council Pension Fund To Be Invested ‘Ethically’
A motion calling for the Isle of Wight Council’s pension funds to be invested more ‘ethically’ is set to be debated today.

Rufus Pickles
Sep 16


Up To 50 Wightlink Jobs At Risk Amid Efficiency Drive
Ferry operator Wightlink has announced plans that could see up to 50 staff roles axed as part of a major review aimed at cutting costs and improving efficiency.

Dominic Kureen
Sep 16
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