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Five Candidates Contest Ventnor And St Lawrence Seat
Five candidates are standing in Ventnor and St Lawrence in the Isle of Wight Council elections on May 7.

Rufus Pickles
6 days ago


Firefighters Tackle Hillside Blaze Threatening Garages In Ventnor
Firefighters were called into action to tackle an undergrowth fire on a hillside in Ventnor on Tuesday evening.

Dominic Kureen
Apr 22


Award-Winning Comedian Alistair Barrie To Headline Ventnor Show
One of the UK’s leading stand-up comedians is set to return to the Isle of Wight later this week.

Dominic Kureen
Apr 20


Duke Of Edinburgh Visits Ventnor To Celebrate Arts And Heritage
The Duke of Edinburgh visited Ventnor on Thursday 16th April as part of a trip to learn more about arts and heritage organisations on the Isle of Wight.

Dominic Kureen
Apr 17


Isle Of Wight Roadworks And Temporary Closures Announced
Multiple temporary road closures, parking restrictions and width limits are being introduced across the Isle of Wight throughout April and May.

Dominic Kureen
Mar 31


Ventnor Hold Off Isle Of Wight Fightback To Claim 30-17 Win
The town of Ventnor is celebrating today after their rugby side produced a strong all-round performance to secure victory over the Isle of Wight team.

Dominic Kureen
Mar 29


Outstanding Verdict For Isle Of Wight Special School’s Social Care
‘Outstanding’ is the verdict of a recent Ofsted report on an Isle of Wight special school’s social care.

Rufus Pickles
Mar 17


Mixed Reactions To Proposed Double Yellow Lines On Leeson Road, Ventnor
Proposed double yellow lines on parts of Leeson Road, Ventnor have drawn mixed reactions from residents.

Rufus Pickles
Mar 16


Baby Goats Spotted Frolicking On Ventnor Downs As Spring Arrives
The goats on Ventnor Downs are part of an ancient breed originally released in the Cheviot Hills in the 1860s.

Dominic Kureen
Mar 12


First Shows Announced For Ventnor Fringe 2026
The first shows for this year’s Ventnor Fringe have been revealed...

Dominic Kureen
Feb 27


Town Centre Flat Plan Refused After Opposition From Kebab Shop Owner Opposite
Plans to turn a former vets at ‘serious risk of falling into disrepair’ into a town centre apartment have been refused after opposition from a kebab shop owner opposite.

Rufus Pickles
Feb 26


Rescue Operation Launched At Orchard Bay After Late-Night Incident
It is understood the casualty was stretchered to the top of the cliff before being taken to St Mary’s Hospital for further treatment.

Dominic Kureen
Feb 23


The Royal Hotel to Host First-Ever Dickens House Party Weekend
For the first time, Dickens' great-great-grandsons Gerald and Ian Dickens will host together, offering readings, family stories, and performances for fans and visitors.

Dominic Kureen
Feb 20


Controversial Events Room Conversion Refused After Mounting Opposition
The conversion of an events room often used by a popular Isle of Wight community cafe has been refused after mounting opposition.

Rufus Pickles
Feb 17


Ventnor 2XV Battled By Conditions And Fawley Strength In Rearranged Fixture
Ventnor 2XV travelled to Fawley for a rearranged fixture, already heavily affected by challenging weather conditions.

Dominic Kureen
Feb 10


Bath Road Reopening Delayed Again As Ventnor Legal Dispute Drags On
A long-running legal battle over the closure of Bath Road in Ventnor has been delayed once again — pushing any resolution back until August.

Dominic Kureen
Feb 9


Ventnor Winter Gardens Bid Faces Setback Despite Building Improvements
A community effort to secure ownership of Ventnor Winter Gardens has hit a setback, after an appeal by the building’s owner was upheld.

Dominic Kureen
Jan 21


Ventnor Road Reopens After Pedestrian Seriously Injured In Lunchtime Collision
A main road in Ventnor was closed for several hours this lunchtime following a collision involving an elderly pedestrian and a car.

Dominic Kureen
Jan 20


Police And Ambulances Called To Multi Vehicle Collision Near Ventnor
The incident, involving at least three cars, occurred at the junction with St Lawrence Shute at around 8.20am.

Dominic Kureen
Jan 20


Take The Plunge: Boxing Day And New Year’s Dips Set To Take Place Across The Island
If you’re feeling brave this Christmas, there are plenty of opportunities to take a chilly dip in the sea across festive season!

Dominic Kureen
Dec 25, 2025
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