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Island Line to Close for a Month of Improvement Works This Autumn
Major Island Line closures announced for October and November.

Dominic Kureen
Oct 8


Hovertravel Celebrates National Recycling Week with Creative Sustainability Initiatives
Turning Hovercraft Rubber into Art and Everyday ItemsSince 2024, Hovertravel has been working with Twyford Recycling to process retired hovercraft skirts.

Dominic Kureen
Oct 3


Step Into Networking: Women in Business Walk Returns to Godshill
A networking event with a difference is heading to Godshill next week – and it’s strictly for women.

Dominic Kureen
Oct 2


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

Dominic Kureen
Oct 2


Appeal Launched After Glamping Pods Plan Rejected Near Calbourne
A bid to transform a countryside campsite near Calbourne into “upmarket and high-end” glamping accommodation has gone to appeal.

Rufus Pickles
Sep 29


Isle of Wight Accounting Firm Shortlisted for National Xero Award
This marks the second time the Island-based firm has been recognised nationally by Xero, following its 2022 win for Sole Practitioner of the Year.

Dominic Kureen
Sep 29


Two-Bedroom Apartment Proposed Just Steps From Ryde Beach
A new two-bedroom apartment could be installed on the lower ground floor of a Victorian villa near an Isle of Wight beach.

Rufus Pickles
Sep 29


Cyclists Flock To Island For First-Ever Red Squirrel Ride In Aid Of RSPCA
The Isle of Wight’s first ever Red Squirrel Ride has been declared a huge success – with cyclists travelling from across the country to take part in the charity challenge.

Dominic Kureen
Sep 26


Council Row Erupts Over Local Government Shake-Up Vote
A war of words has broken out at County Hall following last week’s controversial vote on local government reorganisation.

Rufus Pickles
Sep 25


Redundant Social Services HQ Could Make Way For Affordable Housing In Newport
Ten affordable new homes could replace a former social services building in the Isle of Wight’s county town.

Rufus Pickles
Sep 25


Ventnor’s ‘Graben’ To Close For Essential Roadworks
Island Roads has confirmed that Newport Road in Ventnor, including the stretch known locally as The Graben, will close next month for essential improvement works.

Dominic Kureen
Sep 24


Ryde’s £20 Million Fund Sparks Debate Over Board Accountability
Ryde regeneration funding worth £20 million could start becoming available in April next year but decisions still need to be made on what to spend it on.

Rufus Pickles
Sep 23


East Wight MP Raises Alarm Over Possible Shift of Island Education Powers to Hampshire Mayor
The role also comes with the power to levy a new “mayoral precept” on council tax bills.

Dominic Kureen
Sep 23


Isle of Wight’s Havenstreet Station Awarded Historic Status In National Celebration Of Railways
A piece of Isle of Wight railway history has officially been given the recognition it deserves.

Dominic Kureen
Sep 23


Isle Of Wight Primary School Celebrates ‘Good’ Ofsted Report After Major Improvements
Hunnyhill Primary School in Newport is celebrating after being rated ‘Good’ in all areas by Ofsted inspectors — a significant turnaround from its previous “requires improvement” grade.

Rufus Pickles
Sep 23


Plans For 38 New Homes In Rookley Revealed
A new housing estate of up to 38 homes could be built on the outskirts of Rookley.

Rufus Pickles
Sep 23


Isle Of Wight Joins National Push To Recycle More
Islanders are being urged to take a fresh look at their recycling habits this week as the Isle of Wight Council throws its support behind National Recycle Week.

Dominic Kureen
Sep 23


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
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