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Former Cowes Office Could Be Converted Into Five-Bedroom Home
Plans have been submitted to turn the former offices of a well-known marine equipment company in Cowes into a five-bedroom house.

Rufus Pickles
Oct 10


Island Police Officer Named National Response Officer Of The Year
An Isle of Wight police officer has been recognised with one of the highest honours in UK policing.

Dominic Kureen
Oct 10


YouGov Poll Projects Comfortable Reform UK Win In Both Isle Of Wight Seats
A new YouGov projection suggests Reform UK would win both Isle of Wight parliamentary constituencies if a general election were held tomorrow.

Rufus Pickles
Oct 10


Red Funnel Opens Applications For 2026 Island Ambassador And Supported Teams Programme
Those selected will receive travel support for a year, helping individuals or teams showcase their skills regionally and nationally.

Dominic Kureen
Oct 9


Questions Raised Over 163-Home Cowes Development Decision
Questions have been raised over why a major new housing development in Cowes did not go before the Isle of Wight Council’s planning committee for consideration.

Rufus Pickles
Oct 9


Bembridge Care Home Requires Improvement, Says CQC
The Elms Care Home in Bembridge has been rated ‘requires improvement’ by health and social care regulator the Care Quality Commission.

Rufus Pickles
Oct 8


Major Roadworks Planned For Wroxall This November
Island Roads has met with local community representatives ahead of major carriageway reconstruction works in Wroxall, set to begin in November.

Dominic Kureen
Oct 8


Isle of Wight’s Red Squirrel Property Shop Nominated for Four National Awards
The Isle of Wight is set to be in the national spotlight after Red Squirrel Property Shop Ltd was shortlisted for four prestigious awards at this year’s Negotiator Awards.

Dominic Kureen
Oct 8


“Fascist Pig” Remark Halts Isle Of Wight Council Meeting As Tensions Boil Over
A dramatic series of exchanges between Isle of Wight councillors has thrown County Hall into turmoil this week.

Rufus Pickles
Oct 7


Isle Of Wight Events Guide: October 2025
Autumn has arrived on the Isle of Wight, and October is packed with exciting events for locals and visitors alike.

Dominic Kureen
Oct 7


Police Appeal After Dog Attack in Ryde
Police are appealing for information after a man was bitten by a dog in Ryde on Saturday.

Dominic Kureen
Oct 7


Wight, Camera, Action — The Island’s Story Hits The Big Screen
It was lights, camera, and plenty of Island pride at Cineworld Newport on Thursday...

Dominic Kureen
Oct 7


£25,000 Raised At Record Breaking Dash In The Dark
It's been a record-breaking year for the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance’s ‘Dash in the Dark’!

Dominic Kureen
Oct 7


'Wondrous' New Sea Pool Project Could Gain Isle Of Wight Council Backing
A spectacular new project aiming to harness the power of the sea — and make it accessible to islanders and visitors all year round — could soon take a big step forward.

Rufus Pickles
Oct 7


Meet Maali And Ginny: The Isle Of Wight’s Newest Search Dogs In Training
Two new canine recruits are gearing up to join WightSAR, helping find missing people across the Isle of Wight.

Dominic Kureen
Oct 6


Zoe’s Law Ball Raises Over £9,000 For Mountbatten Hospice
The fifth annual Zoe’s Law Ball has raised an incredible £9,166.20 for Mountbatten Hospice, marking five years since the passing of Zoe Panayi.

Dominic Kureen
Oct 6


Isle Of Wight Council Launches Consultation On School Transport Changes
The council currently provides daily transport for more than 1,650 pupils, including over 350 children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.

Dominic Kureen
Oct 6


Hovertravel Named Ferry Operator Of The Year At National Awards
Hovertravel has been named Ferry Operator of the Year at the National Transport Awards 2025, held in London last week.

Dominic Kureen
Oct 6


Lake North Vote Shows "Seismic Shift" In Politics, Says New Councillor
The Island’s newest councillor wants Reform UK to take control of the Isle of Wight Council at the next election.

Rufus Pickles
Oct 5


UKSA Named Maritime Solent Charity Partner For 2025-26
The UK Sailing Academy (UKSA) has been confirmed as the official charity partner of Maritime Solent for 2025-26.

Dominic Kureen
Oct 3
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