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Christmas Lights Switched On At Vecta House Care Home
The exterior of Vecta House lit up for the season, drawing cheers from the crowd.

Dominic Kureen
2 hours ago


Inspector Overturns Landscape Lane Refusal As Two Other Appeals Fail
Plans for 12 new homes on the edge of Newport have been given the green light.

Rufus Pickles
8 hours ago


Witness And Information Appeal Following Assault In Newport
The woman is described by police as white, with short mousey brown hair, aged in her 20s, approximately 5ft5 and of a plump build.

Isle of Wight Radio
2 days ago


Inspector Approves 12 Homes Near Newport While Rejecting Seaview Boathouse And Sandown Flats
Outline permission has been granted for 12 homes on the outskirts of Newport, while two other planning appeals on the Isle of Wight have been dismissed.

Rufus Pickles
4 days ago


Island Roads Thanks Public For Patience As Safety Work Completed
During the four-week scheme, Island Roads has strengthened the brick supports and installed new concrete posts to support the new timber fence.

Dominic Kureen
5 days ago


Horsebridge Hill Closed As Emergency Services Attend Ongoing Incident
Horsebridge Hill — the main route between Cowes and Newport — remains closed by police this morning.

Dominic Kureen
5 days ago


From CBeebies To Young Bond: Star Line-Up Announced For Isle Of Wight Story Festival
Headliners include CBeebies star Joseph Elliott, Young Bond author Steve Cole, and British Book Awards 2025 Illustrator of the Year Rob Biddulph.

Dominic Kureen
Nov 30


First Residents Move Into New Affordable Homes At Horsebridge Hill Three Oaks Development
The first families have begun moving into the new Three Oaks housing development in Newport, a scheme made up entirely of affordable homes for Island residents.

Dominic Kureen
Nov 25


Not Asda Price — Police Release Image After £576 Newport Theft
A woman attended Asda on St George’s Way on 16 October and 17 October and bought several high value items, but used a barcode on her phone to only pay £1 for each item.

Isle of Wight Radio
Nov 25


Ten New Affordable Homes Planned For Former Newport Social Services Site
Plans to replace a former social services building with ten new affordable homes are set to go before the Isle of Wight Council’s planning committee today.

Rufus Pickles
Nov 25


Newport Man Arrested On Suspicion Of Criminal Damage And Threats
Police arrested a 37-year-old man from Newport on Sunday following reports of criminal damage, stalking, and threats to kill.

Isle of Wight Radio
Nov 20


Newport Restaurant Toto In Shock Closure Announcement
In a statement, Toto apologised to customers with existing bookings and thanked everyone who has dined there over the years.

Dominic Kureen
Nov 11


Captiva Homes Lodges Plans For 32 More Homes Next To Horsebridge Hill
A total of 32 more houses could be built next to Horsebridge Hill.

Rufus Pickles
Nov 11


Plans To Secure Future Of Isle Of Wight Sports, Education And Leisure Sites With New Long Leases
Long leases could be granted for five Isle of Wight council-owned properties and sites, including a multi-use games area, pre-school and beach bar.

Rufus Pickles
Nov 7


Developers Launch Appeal After Retirement Park Plans Rejected On Edge Of Newport
An appeal has been filed over a refused bid to build 16 retirement park homes on the edge of the Isle of Wight’s county town.

Rufus Pickles
Nov 4


Full Closure Order Secured On Newport Property
The West Wight Neighbourhood Policing Team has secured a full closure order on a flat in Newport, which should improve life for people living in the vicinity.

Dominic Kureen
Oct 31


Oktoberfest Celebrations Bring Joy To Orchard House Care Home
Residents and staff at Orchard House Care Home came together for a lively afternoon of music, laughter, and celebration as they marked Oktoberfest in true festive spirit.

Dominic Kureen
Oct 24


Plans Submitted To Create Flexible Business Space Near Newport
New plans could see flexible commercial units made available just outside Newport, supporting local businesses and boosting the Island’s economy.

Rufus Pickles
Oct 24


Newport’s Pizza Hut Saved As Chain Faces Fresh Wave Of Closures Across The UK
The Isle of Wight’s only Pizza Hut will remain open despite the restaurant chain’s UK operator entering administration this week.

Dominic Kureen
Oct 21


Newport And Cowes GP Surgeries Set To Merge
Two Isle of Wight GP practices are set to join forces by the end of next year, in a move aimed at securing the future of local healthcare services.

Dominic Kureen
Oct 20
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