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With a career spanning more than three decades across several arms of the arts, Claire Sweeney has become a household name across the UK.

The second air attraction to grace the Solent skies on Sunday 25 June for the Isle of Wight Armed Forces Day will be a unique Spitfire aerobatic display.

As part of the annual Volunteers’ Week (1 – 7 June), Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance is seeking new volunteers to help promote, support and represent its life-saving service in the community.   

Wednesday saw Michael Gove MP, accompanied by Island representatives, embark on a comprehensive tour of notable establishments on the Isle of Wight.

Public health experts at are reminding families on the Isle of Wight of the simple steps to make sure they safely enjoy visits to farms and petting zoos this summer.

The Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, has commended Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary in its intensifying campaign to tackle knife crime and serious violence.

Major work to strengthen the retaining wall behind the Spyglass Inn at Ventnor has been completed.

Students at Cowes Enterprise College have been busy exploring the local maritime industry and cultural heritage of Cowes.

The Isle of Wight Council must look to address a surplus of more than 200 primary school places across the Island.

A man remains in custody this morning following a drink-drive arrest in Newport last night (Thursday.)

Beach lifeguards will return to Ryde beach next week, with a heatwave forecast.

An additional late crossing of the Floating Bridge will be trialled during the Summer months (June to August) to connect with the 23.59 Red Funnel Car Ferry departure from Southampton.

A musical theatre star based in Ryde is set to appear at the inaugural Cowes Fringe — sandwiched between performances in Shanghai and a Disney tour!

Isle of Wight organisations New Carnival and Viva Carnival have secured funding for a project celebrating the Isle of Wight’s coastal communities and neighbouring towns.

TV naturalist Chris Packham has won a libel case after being accused of misleading the public about donations to a wildlife charity.

Walkers in Yarmouth have reported seeing a dead seal over the past few days.

A man from Ryde has got his stomp on once again to raise money for charity in honour of his mother.

Retail colleagues on the Isle of Wight have been marking the 30-year journey of Steve Hunt who spent two decades at a store in Ryde before switching to Shanklin to become a baker.

Time is running out for local charities, schools, sports teams and events organisers to apply for Southern Vectis’ popular Community Fund.

Thousands of children and young people across the Island have enjoyed a range of activities as part of the Isle of Wight Council's holiday activities and food programme (HAF).

Sam Smith said they are "heartbroken" after cancelling a gig in Manchester and announcing more show cancellations.

Tributes have been pouring in for Tina Turner who has died at the age of 83.

Netflix has begun its crackdown on password sharing in the UK as it sends out emails to customers who are sharing their accounts with those "outside their household".

Disgraced entertainer Rolf Harris, who became one of the UK's biggest TV stars but was later jailed for using his fame to groom and assault young women, has died after a long illness, aged 93.

The Foo Fighters have announced Josh Freese is the band's new drummer following the death of Taylor Hawkins.

Two points were deducted and three knockdowns were given as Chris Billam-Smith won a wild world title fight against Lawrence Okolie in his Bournemouth hometown.

Max Verstappen produced a supreme display to overcome rain and the challenge of Fernando Alonso to win the Monaco Grand Prix.

Max Verstappen claimed a maiden Monaco Grand Prix pole position after edging out Fernando Alonso in the final seconds of a thrilling qualifying session.

Leicester City and Leeds United were relegated to the Sky Bet Championship after Everton beat Bournemouth to preserve their top-flight status on a dramatic final day of the Premier League season.

Lewis Hamilton says he could feel the improvements in Mercedes' upgraded W14 during Friday practice at the Monaco GP but conceded it was "a bit of a shame" not to be closer to the front.

It’s perfectly normal to feel disheartened by the declining state of our planet.

Downsizing can be an overwhelming and emotional experience for many people, but it can also be a positive and liberating one if it’s planned properly. Whether you’re downsizing to save money, simplify your life or prepare for retirement, there are several benefits to downsizing that can help you live a happier and more fulfilling life.

The best way to be sure something is recyclable is to look it up. Each recycling program (area) has a slightly different set of rules, based on their facilities. From one town to the next, there may be different items accepted in any given recycling program.

Having worked in the environmental not for profit sector since 2002, CEO of Ashdown Forest James Adler is perfectly placed to tell Sara Whatley about his commitment to nature.

Take Cats Protection’s Valentine’s checklist to see just how deeply cats have left pawprints on your heart.

A six-a-side football programme that has already helped more than 6,000 men across the UK tackle obesity is set to kick-off on the Isle of Wight this month.

Shanklin Football Club has received a cash boost to make improvements on and off the pitch.

Recep Tayyip Erdogan has won the presidential run-off election, with leaders from around the world congratulating him.

Former This Morning star Dr Ranj Singh has spoken out in the wake of the Phillip Schofield controversy and hit out at the "toxic culture" at the ITV daytime show.

Leicester City and Leeds United have been relegated from the Premier League as Everton survived on a dramatic final day.

Men in crisp white thobes sit on mats under a leafy thorn tree carefully cutting pieces of white material.

Oak Road in Luton is like any other street in Britain. Rows of Victorian red brick terrace houses line the road and everyone's got a front patio with a little gate.

Jeremy Hunt has told Sky News he is comfortable with Britain being plunged into recession if that's what it takes to bring down inflation.

One in 10 women feel suicidal because of the abuse they face while gaming.

Elon Musk's brain chip firm Neuralink has said it has been given the go-ahead to start carrying out studies on humans.

Health Secretary Steve Barclay held a "constructive" meeting with Royal College of Nursing (RCN) chief Pat Cullen - but made clear that a new pay offer for nurses will not be forthcoming.

An ITV boss has denied mistakes were made in the broadcaster's investigation into rumours of a relationship between Phillip Schofield and a younger male employee.

For March, Adele Trathan has selected four new book releases that will entertain, engage and heal the soul.

Here are the solutions to the Puzzle Page problems in the March edition of the magazine – how well did you do?

This month, we’re taking advantage of the promise of sunshine – and heading down the seafront in East Wight!

Back for another year, we've got a pair of tickets worth over £250 to give away to this exciting, vibrant and unique Sussex festival this summer!

A stunning piece for your home, this beautiful LED mirror is worth nearly £250 and could be yours...

It’s Cinco de Mayo on May 5 and this Mexican celebration is the perfect excuse for some tequila cocktails!

In the lead-up to Father's Day, we've got a crate of beer and a gold membership to this bespoke brewery up for grabs, with membership including a range of tours, freebies and tasting events...