The deal, part of the government’s English devolution agenda, represents what ministers describe as the “greatest transfer of power out of Westminster this century.”

Exhibitors, visitors and industry professionals helped create a vibrant atmosphere at the IW Homes & Interiors Show last weekend.

The Isle of Wight’s hospital will get a new eight-bed ward to support surgery recovery.

School run chaos could soon be a little calmer – and a lot more colourful – thanks to hundreds of Isle of Wight children taking part in a nationwide walking challenge.

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

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

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

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.

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

An “essential” new fire station will be built in East Cowes, replacing a previously demolished one.

Barry Taylor is celebrating a well-earned retirement this month - after maintaining the island’s buses and routes for 50 years and one day.

Brading came together in a big way last weekend to support men’s mental health, as Mindset Bros CIC hosted a 24-hour charity car valeting challenge at The Yarbridge Inn.

Police were called to St Thomas’ Square shortly after 7pm, where the victim was found unconscious following the violent assault.

Vectis Ferries Limited says its 10-week bid to buy Red Funnel has been sidelined in favour of a higher offer from another bidder, believed to be a private equity group.

A 473-home development has been recommended for conditional approval by Isle of Wight planners.

Union Jack flags raised along East Cowes’s York Avenue this week have sparked mixed feelings among residents.

At a meeting on Monday, councillors voted to endorse a draft Supplementary Planning Document (SPD), which will now be sent to the Isle of Wight Council for consideration.

“Flags or painted markings” that may be distracting or hazardous to drivers are being removed “strictly on safety grounds”, the Isle of Wight Council has said.