Isle of Wight News from Monday, January 6th, 2025

Stormy Weather Leaves Grade II Listed Ventnor Villa In Ruins

A 175-year-old Grade II listed building in Ventnor collapsed after being hit by strong winds during stormy weather over the weekend.
Snows To Close Forest Road Motor Park With Redundancies In The Reckoning

Snows Isle of Wight is to close its Forest Road motor park next month, with staff set to be hit by redundancies.
Three Road Closures In Place Following Adverse Weather

It’s been a busy weekend due to high winds, heavy rainfall and other incidents.
Ten Key Decisions Due To Be Made At County Hall This Week

Ten key decisions are due to be made by County Hall this week.
Month-Long Maintenance Set For East Cowes Red Funnel Terminal

Red Funnel has announced a programme of work will be carried out at its East Cowes terminal between 13 January and 12 February 2025.
Joe Robertson MP Criticises Government’s Proposal To 'Abolish Isle of Wight Council'

Joe Robertson, Member of Parliament for Isle of Wight East, has today (Monday) spoken out against proposals which could see the Isle of Wight Council replaced with a new mainland-based authority.
Hovertravel Services Between Ryde And Southsea Suspended Due To Strong Winds

Hovertravel's services between Ryde and Southsea have been suspended this morning (Monday) as a result of adverse weather conditions.
Investigation Launched Following Newport Hit And Run

An investigation has been launched following a hit and run crash in Newport at the weekend.

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