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Sandown Care Home Makes Progress But Still ‘Requires Improvement’, Says CQC
According to the report, the home has yet to address four breaches of legal regulations identified during the previous inspection.

Rufus Pickles
Dec 3, 2025


Shanklin Firefighters Called After Wall Collapse In Sandown
Crews arrived to find the fallen masonry had damaged two vehicles on the driveway.

Dominic Kureen
Dec 2, 2025


Woman In Her 50s Dies On Sandown Seafront
A woman in her 50s has died after falling from a cliff top in Sandown yesterday morning.

Isle of Wight Radio
Nov 21, 2025


Sandown's Victorian Villa Hotel Could Be Converted Into Supported Living Accommodation
A Victorian villa hotel in an Isle of Wight seaside town could be converted into supported living accommodation for adults with learning disabilities.

Rufus Pickles
Nov 18, 2025


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, 2025


Rogue Builder Jailed For Defrauding Isle Of Wight Residents
Richard Sullivan, 50, of Sandown, posed as a reputable tradesman offering roofing and general building work.

Isle of Wight Radio
Nov 3, 2025


Call For ‘Urgent Investigation’ After Cygnet Hotel Fire Response Criticised
Plans for the new East Cowes Fire Station on York Avenue were approved by the Isle of Wight Council last month.

Rufus Pickles
Oct 29, 2025


Fire Brigades Union Sounds Alarm Over "Slow And Scrambled" Hotel Fire Response
The union said although the hotel was derelict, it was treated as a ‘persons reported’ fire because it had been occupied by a homeless person.

Rufus Pickles
Oct 27, 2025


Refused 5G Mast In "Ridiculous Position" Appealed
A refused proposal to install a 20-metre 5G mast in a “ridiculous position” in an Isle of Wight coastal town has been appealed.

Rufus Pickles
Oct 24, 2025


Police Appeal After Vehicles Targeted in Sandown Car Park Break-Ins
Police are appealing for information following a series of vehicle break-ins at the Fort Street Long Stay Car Park in Sandown.

Dominic Kureen
Oct 24, 2025


Teen Arrested After Weekend Fire At Sandown Hotel
Emergency services were called to the hotel shortly after 6pm, with fire crews quickly tackling the blaze and preventing it from spreading further.

Dominic Kureen
Oct 23, 2025


Police Launch Arson Investigation After Major Fire At Derelict Sandown Hotel
A blaze that tore through a derelict hotel in Sandown on Saturday evening (October 18) is being treated as suspected arson.

Dominic Kureen
Oct 19, 2025


Town Council Aims To Tap Into Sandown Toilet Redevelopment
Pier Street Toilets are located in one of the town’s busiest tourist areas and are considered an important facility for visitors and beachgoers.

Dominic Kureen
Oct 16, 2025


Shanklin Rower Bass Andre Wins European Gold In Turkey
Shanklin Sandown Rowing Club’s Bass Andre has claimed Gold for Great Britain at the European Offshore Championships in Turkey.

Dominic Kureen
Oct 14, 2025


Council Backs Plans For “Visionary” Sea Pool At Yaverland
A proposed tidal sea pool at Yaverland has taken a major step forward after gaining the backing of the Isle of Wight Council.

Rufus Pickles
Oct 14, 2025


Derelict Hotels And Missed Cash - Sandown Controversy Sparks Political Clash
Political leaders on the Isle of Wight have hit back after a community group accused them of letting Sandown “rot.”

Rufus Pickles
Oct 13, 2025


Sandown Group Questions ‘Failure Of Leadership’ After Missing Out On Regeneration Funding
Together for Sandown says the Isle of Wight has again been overlooked, despite a £5 billion national investment package announced last month.

Rufus Pickles
Oct 10, 2025


'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, 2025


Leslies Motors To Close Hyundai Site In Sandown – But Teases New Plans
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.

Dominic Kureen
Sep 30, 2025


Sandown Town Council Moves To Protect Beloved Boating Lake
Listing the Boating Lake as an ACV would mean that if the privately owned site is ever put up for sale, the community would have the opportunity to bid for it.

Rufus Pickles
Sep 24, 2025
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