A 32-foot yacht with a lone yachtsman aboard was towed into deeper water in the Solent earlier this week after going firmly aground off Lepe.
With a lifeboat crew member aboard the yacht, the lifeboat succeeded in towing the boat further from the shore.
Then, as the yacht was being towed back to its Hamble base, this task was taken over by a Sea Start breakdown rescue boat.
The lifeboat, which had launched at 6.20 pm returned to station at 7.10pm.
Emergency Services Called To Three-Vehicle Arreton Crash
A three-vehicle crash involving forced the closure of the main road between Newport and Sandown at Arreton this morning (Monday).
Man Arrested Following Drug-Driving Collision Between Nettlestone And Ryde
A man has been arrested following a drug-driving incident on the outskirts of Ryde.
Full Council To Debate Devolution And Potential Election Delay Amid Tight Government Deadlines
The chairman of the Isle of Wight Council has called an Extraordinary Full Council meeting to discuss the critical issues of devolution and local government reorganisation, as well as the potential for the local elections to be delayed.
Newport's Isorropia Foundation To Complete Purchase Of Medina Valley Centre Following £1m Award
The Isorropia Foundation has been awarded just over £1 million from the Government’s Community Ownership Fund.
Memorial Held Following Death Of Kezi's Kindness Founder Nikki Flux-Edmonds
The kind-hearted and beloved founder of an Isle of Wight charity has died following a battle with cancer.
Call To Return NHS And Social Care Equipment That Is No Longer Needed
NHS Isle of Wight is asking patients and their families to return any unwanted care equipment this New Year.
Severe Gales And Heavy Rain Forecast For New Year's Day On Isle Of Wight
The Isle of Wight Met Service is warning Islanders of severe gales to see in the New Year.
Another Blow For Newport Nightlife As Wyld Closure Announced
Another popular late-night Newport venue has closed its doors.
Emergency Services Called To Shanklin Following Christmas Day Death Of Elderly Woman
The death of a woman in her 80s led to medical and police teams being called to a Shanklin home on Christmas Day (Wednesday).
Isle Of Wight Actor Acclaimed For Highlighting Issues Around Autism
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Mountbatten Inviting Islanders To Sign Up For 2026 Lapland Husky Trail
This winter, be among the first to sign up for an epic once-in-a-lifetime challenge in support of Mountbatten Isle of Wight — husky sledding in Sweden's Arctic Circle with the Lapland Husky Trail.
Popular Totland Bay Seawall Footpath Reopens
The promenade at Totland Bay, linking the Waterfront Restaurant and Widdick Chine has reopened - just in time for New Year's Day walks.
Salvation Army Receives Festive Boost Thanks To December Donation From Southern Vectis
The Salvation Army has been given a festive boost this month, to help it ease hunger and poverty across the Isle of Wight - thanks to a donation by Southern Vectis.
Isle Of Wight Council Supporting ‘Hoodies For Homeless’ Campaign
The Isle of Wight Council’s housing service has teamed up with a local business to support the homeless this Christmas, with a donation of hoodies.
Man In 20s 'Under Investigation' Following Drink-Drive Arrest
A suspected drink-driver remains under investigation today (Tuesday December 24) following an arrest on Sunday.
Big Give 2024 Sees Huge Donation For Isle Of Wight Charity
The Isle of Wight Youth Trust has gained more than £10,000 in donations and match funding after participating in the Big Give campaign for the second successive year.
Highways Improvement Work Continues In The New Year
Island Roads will resume its highways improvement activity straight after the Christmas and New Year holiday.
Controversial Freshwater Housing Proposal Turned Down
A controversial application to vary a condition attached to a housing development in an Isle of Wight village was turned down yesterday evening.
Rare Mantis Shrimp Discovery Made In Waters Off Isle Of Wight
In an extraordinary find in the waters off the Isle of Wight, a mantis shrimp - renowned for its unique vision and hunting prowess - has been recorded on video, offering a rare glimpse of this elusive species thriving in UK marine waters.
Man In 50s Confirmed Dead Following Newport Crash
Police are appealing for witnesses and information following a fatal collision in Newport.
Emergency Services Called To Three-Vehicle Arreton Crash
A three-vehicle crash involving forced the closure of the main road between Newport and Sandown at Arreton this morning (Monday).
Man Arrested Following Drug-Driving Collision Between Nettlestone And Ryde
A man has been arrested following a drug-driving incident on the outskirts of Ryde.
Full Council To Debate Devolution And Potential Election Delay Amid Tight Government Deadlines
The chairman of the Isle of Wight Council has called an Extraordinary Full Council meeting to discuss the critical issues of devolution and local government reorganisation, as well as the potential for the local elections to be delayed.
Newport's Isorropia Foundation To Complete Purchase Of Medina Valley Centre Following £1m Award
The Isorropia Foundation has been awarded just over £1 million from the Government’s Community Ownership Fund.
