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• Ventnor Woman Charged With Firearm Offence

  A woman in her 30s has been charged with a firearm offence today (Thursday) following a triple-arrest earlier this week.

• "A clear Potential That Harm Has Been Caused" - Major Housing Development "Invalidated"

  Consent for a major Isle of Wight housing development has been struck off following “unauthorised work” and “a clear potential that harm has been caused”.

• Former Public Toilets Conversion Scheme Withdrawn After Wroxall Parish Council Backlash

  A developer has withdrawn a scheme to convert a former public toilets block in the middle of an Isle of Wight village following a backlash from a parish council.

• Former Trade Union Leader Appointed By Island's MPs To Look At Ferries

  Former General Secretary of the GMB Union, Sir Paul Kenny, who lives in Bembridge, has been tasked by the Island’s two MPs to look at issues with Isle of Wight ferries.

• Hampshire And Isle Of Wight Police And Crime Commissioner Announces Intention To Stand For Mayor

  The police and crime commissioner for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight has announced her intention to stand in the first mayoral elections for the new strategic authority.

• Two-Bedroom Apartment Could Be Installed Behind New Laundrette

  A two-bedroom apartment could be installed behind a new laundrette in an Isle of Wight town centre.

• Isle Of Wight Pupils Set Sail To Compete Against Hampshire’s Top Young Athletes

  For the third year running, Binstead Primary School athletes will be flying the flag for the Isle of Wight at the Hampshire Indoor Athletics finals.

• Still Time For Island Good Causes To Apply For Foundation Funding

  There is still time to apply for grant support from Island Roads’ Isle of Wight Foundation.

• Three Arrested Following Reports Of Woman In Possession Of Firearm In Ventnor

  Police arrested three people in Ventnor yesterday (Tuesday) following reports of a woman in possession of a firearm.

• Isle Of Wight Donkey Sanctuary Welcomes 12 New Animals To Its Herd

  The Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary has welcomed 12 new animals into its care.

• Introduction Of Second Homes Premium – What You Need To Know

  From 1 April 2025, any property which is classed as a furnished second home will be charged a premium of 100 per cent council tax.

• Large Villa-Style Property Could House Four New 'Starter Homes' In Totland

  A large villa-style property in an Isle of Wight coastal village could house four new ‘starter homes’.

• Dutch Braai Restaurant And Weddings Venue: New Plans Revealed For Disused Barns

  Two farm barns near an Isle of Wight town could be used as a Dutch Braai restaurant and wedding and events space.

• Wave Of Acts Announced For Isle Of Wight Festival 2025

  With just 100 days remaining until the Isle of Wight Festival opens its gates for 2025, a host of new acts have been added to the line-up for this summer's event.

• Discontent With Island Health And Social Care Services On The Rise Again — Report

  Difficulties accessing GP appointments, further problems with hospital car park ticket machines and dental services costs are key issues facing Isle of Wight health services.

• Investigation Underway Following Death Of 28 Year-Old Man In Ryde

  An investigation is underway following the death of a man in Ryde at the weekend.

• Former Ventnor Care Home Could Be Turned Into 'High Quality Housing'

  A former Isle of Wight care home could be turned into ‘high quality housing’.

• Isle Of Wight Council Fighting To Maintain Status Quo In Face Of Local Government Reorganisation Plans

  The Isle of Wight Council is poised to put forward exceptional circumstances to remain “as is”, amid plans for local government reorganisation.

• Cowes Lifeboat Team Saves The Day With Rescue Of Crippled Yacht

  A 37 foot yacht that had its spinnaker wrapped around the propeller was in clear need of assistance from Cowes RNLI lifeboat yesterday (Monday).

• Historic Shanklin Summerhouse To Be Converted Despite Local Opposition

  A Shanklin summerhouse dating from the 17th century will be transformed into a home, despite concerns from residents and the town council.