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McDonald’s Cowes ‘Drive Thru’ Plan Sparks Backlash As Petition Closes In On 1,300 Signatures
Its ‘economic boost’ to the area would create around 100 – 120 full and part-time jobs, McDonald’s said.

Rufus Pickles
Oct 12


‘Iconic’ Ventnor Winter Gardens Given Asset Of Community Value Status
An Isle of Wight councillor has said he hopes Ventnor’s Winter Gardens returns soon to the “facility it once was” in response to it being accepted as an Asset of Community Value.

Rufus Pickles
Oct 3


Island Signs Up To Super Mayor As Council Backs Radical Shake-Up
In a decision set to reshape the region’s future, the Isle of Wight Council voted to back plans for a powerful new tier of government.

Rufus Pickles
Oct 2


Plans To Transform Former St Helens Garage Into New Homes
A disused garage and workshop in St Helens could soon be given a new lease of life – with plans submitted to turn the site into four much-needed flats.

Rufus Pickles
Oct 2


Five Candidates Battle For Lake North In Crucial Isle Of Wight By-Election
Residents in Lake North will head to the polls this Thursday to choose their next Isle of Wight councillor.

Rufus Pickles
Oct 1


West Acre Park Housing Scheme Back Before Planners As Officers Recommend Approval
Captiva Homes has said it is “delighted” with Isle of Wight planners’ recommendation to approve its 473-home West Acre Park proposal.

Rufus Pickles
Oct 1


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
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