Emergency services were called to a a casualty extraction in the West Wight last night (Monday). Coastguard Rescue Teams from the Needles and Ventnor were joined by the Isle of Wight Ambulance Service following reports of a person requiring medical
WORK to make Isle of Wight beaches safer could involve a new policy on the use of jet-skis and other powered craft near beaches. The Beach Management Strategy Framework (BMSF) was passed unanimously at the Isle of Wight Council's cabinet earlier
THE number of confirmed cases of Covid-19 recorded on the Isle of Wight has risen again today (Tuesday). Today's update takes the month's cases to 4,264 — with almost ten months of previous testing having yielded 1,679 cases. According to figures
Gurnard Primary has closed to Year Three students, just days after its Year Five pupils were also sent home. Years Four and Six had been learning remotely, due to a combination of Covid-19 cases and a requirement for staff and some children to
This period cottage is situated within Kings Road, which is a quiet location in walking distance of the town centre, East Cowes Marina and some excellent walks. It would be the perfect purchase for anyone looking to take the first step onto the
Four more people have died in hospital on the Isle of Wight. The data records those who tested positive for Covid-19, and where it was recognised on a death certificate. Announced today, one death was recorded on January 23, two on January
PLANS for nearly 150 houses on the edge of Gunville look set to finally go before planners. Two applications, full plans for 36 houses and outline for 113, were submitted in November 2019 but now revised plans are back before the Isle of Wight
From Bob Blezzard, Sandown: Several months ago, in a virtual meeting with the MP, I raised the issue of the 2021 local elections and asked what measures were being planned in order to safeguard the public in the event of a second spike of the Covid
Five more Islanders have died from Covid-19 in the community, according to data published today (Tuesday). Four deaths in care homes have been recorded, alongside one at home. Three of those deaths were in the week to January 15. The data
Don't fall foul of an 'incredibly realistic' email scam which pretends to be an invitation for a Covid-19 vaccination but asks for personal details and your bank account number. The Isle of Wight's Trading Standards team wants us to forward on
Isle of Wight police have sealed off an area of Newport - where the River Medina runs past Lidl. UPDATE: Man's Newport death 'unexplained but not suspicious' The Isle of Wight County Press has been told a body has been found. Specialist
Hampshire's Police and Crime Commissioner will, on Friday, recommend a Band D £15 per year police precept rise to the Police and Crime Panel. Michael Lane says there has been 'significant support' from the residents of the Isle of Wight and Hampshire
A member of the Hampshire and Berkshire 4×4 Response charity has been providing Covid-19 support on the Isle of Wight. The group uses four wheel drive vehicles to support the 999 services, NHS, charities and other organisations. The team tweeted
Scientists have warned vaccinating domestic animals, including pet dogs and cats, against Covid-19 may be necessary in the future. Coronavirus is capable of infecting a wide range of species, meaning there is a significant risk of transmission
The NEU has called an error, in which a link to book a Covid-19 vaccination was wrongly shared with school staff, 'disheartening'. On Saturday, it led to an apology from the Isle of Wight NHS Trust, via its website. Peter Shreeve, Isle of Wight
I read a letter in the Daily Telegraph about the problems experienced by a 90 year old in getting the vaccine. What a contrast with the Isle of Wight. My wife and I received a call last Monday to confirm an appointment for our first vaccination
SANDOWN resident, Katie Balmer, has shared the remarkable story of her pet bird, Saffy — thought to be the only free-flight trained Macaw on the Isle of Wight. Katie says Saffy became a part of the family at 12 weeks old, and from the very first
A COWES man who raped a woman who used to be a friend, has been told a prison sentence is likely. Matthew Hollinsworth, 27, of Newport Road, appeared before the Isle of Wight Crown Court today (Monday). He admitted one count of rape between
Three year old Eden Lagden-Melbourne from Sandown has joined forces with his pony, Lego, to raise money for a UK based animal charity. Eden and Lego will ride 100 miles in 100 days, and have already raised more than £500 through a JustGiving page
THE former bus depot in Ventnor is up for auction again — this time with a lower guide price. In the first online Clive Emson auction of the year, the Pier Street bus depot is among 101 lots going under the hammer. The guide price for the depot
