Isle of Wight News

Prince Philip's funeral will take place this afternoon (Saturday) and will stay within the grounds of Windsor Castle to avoid crowds gathering during the COVID pandemic.

As a personal tribute to the Duke of Edinburgh, a 14-year-old boy is running across the Isle of Wight - whilst also raising money for NHS Charities Together.

Prince Philip's "unwavering loyalty" to the Queen will be praised at his funeral today (Saturday), as well as the duke's "courage, fortitude and faith".

Southern Vectis drivers and staff will join in with a minute's silence today (Saturday) to mark the funeral of His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh.

Isle of Wight Ambulance Service (IWAS) Emergency Vehicle Operatives (EVOs) are preparing to embark on a Paramedic Apprenticeship - for the first time ever.

Plans for a Costa Coffee drive-through at Newport's new St George's Way retail park have been revealed.

It's the last chance to see some shop windows in Ryde which are showcasing artwork by the local community - to celebrate the high street's heritage.

No motorcycle races will happen on the Isle of Wight this year.

The former HMV store, which then became Poundland has been bought by the Isle of Wight NHS Trust.

Dirty utensils, false safety checks and a lack of Covid preventative measures – the full details of a zero hygiene rating for the Lake Kebab House have been revealed.

The Ryde to Portsmouth FastCat service will return in two weeks time, Wightlink has confirmed.

The director of former Isle of Wight company, Angel Coatings, will appear in court charged with fraud.

The allocation of Isle of Wight primary school places has been announced today (Friday) - with 99 per cent of Island parents gaining a school of their choice for their children, according to the council.

Another new case of coronavirus has been recorded on the Isle of Wight in today's (Thursday's) figures.

Entries are now open for a new sailing race - the Windeler Cup - which will take place on the same day as Round the Island Race.

Today (Friday) is World Voice Day and Islanders are being given some tips from the Isle of Wight NHS Trust on how to look after yours.

An Isle of Wight artist has been shortlisted for an international award.

Less than 500 people received their first coronavirus vaccine on the Isle of Wight in the last week.

A road in Shanklin has been closed for emergency works to restore internet connection to customers.

A Sandown man's due in court this morning (Thursday), charged following a number of incidents in the town.

A man has suffered serious facial injuries following an assault at a caravan park on the Isle of Wight.

Islanders don't have long to register to vote in local elections - with less than a week to go until the deadline.

Just one case of coronavirus has been recorded in today's (Wednesday's) Isle of Wight figures.

Isle of Wight businesses can apply for further grants as the latest Additional Restrictions Grant (ARG) scheme has been launched.

Businesses at Appley Seafront affected by Southern Water works to repair a sinkhole have received an 'initial' financial pay-out.

Alleged sexual offences at Bembridge School in the 1980s are being investigated.

FIRST PICTURES: Her Royal Highness Princess Anne has been visiting the Isle of Wight today (Wednesday).

BREAKING NEWS: A man has been arrested on suspicion of a number of offences, including rape and false imprisonment, in Sandown.

A man has suffered a head injury after being assaulted at Priory Bay Hotel last night (Tuesday).

Disruption is continuing at Appley seafront as Southern Water repairs continue.

An ‘uplift in demand’ has led to Hovertravel changing its social distancing measures onboard flights.

EXCLUSIVE PICTURES: A door has been smashed and damage caused to Shanklin and Sandown Golf Club.

PICTURES: Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it's a giant hot air balloon - flying over the Isle of Wight.

Whitecroft and Barton (W&B) have gone top of the Isle of Wight Saturday Football Division 1, after beating title rivals, Shanklin.

EXCLUSIVE: Police have detained a man near to Shanklin and Sandown Golf Club.

Up to £2,000 of funding is available for grassroots sports on the Isle of Wight - which is aiming to help them recover from the pandemic.

A section of Fort Street in Sandown remains cordoned off this morning (Wednesday).

There is a heavy police presence in Sandown this evening (Tuesday).

Dredging activity off Sandown Bay is NOT impacting the Island's coastline.

A diner in Ryde was forced to close just hours after reopening for the first time in months yesterday (Monday).

It's all change at Totland Pier - as the new and refurbished cafe is expected to open next month (May) - but sadly it won't be run by local couple Mike and Cath anymore.

It's the Green Party versus the Conservative Party in two Isle of Wight wards in next month's local elections.

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The first piglets of the year have arrived at Quarr Abbey - we're not telling porkies, promise!

Healthcare bosses on the Isle of Wight are worried about the effect COVID-19 has had on cancer performance at the Island’s only hospital.

Replacing the floating bridge and working with landowners to develop woodlands - are among plans set out by the Isle of Wight Liberal Democrats.

A new date for the next Island Games has been revealed for 2023.

The Isle of Wight Council will be given £6.3 million to improve the area of the Camp Hill prison estate in Newport.

Three more people have died in the Isle of Wight community after testing positive for coronavirus.

More than 1,000 people face a year-long wait for surgery at the Isle of Wight NHS Trust.

The Isle of Wight has recorded another four cases of coronavirus.

A new five-year strategy to improve the Isle of Wight NHS Trust’s ambulance service has been introduced.

An environmental charity's site in Ryde has been deliberately vandalised.

A cyclist suffered "serious" injuries in a collision near St Lawrence yesterday (Sunday).

Police investigating a robbery in Sandown have arrested two people.

There are reports of a crash - involving three vehicles - in Arreton this morning (Monday).

A 'smouldering hedge' in Northwood Park prompted a call-out for firefighters earlier this morning (Monday).

The Isle of Wight is getting back to business today (Monday), following the easing of Government coronavirus restrictions.

An Isle of Wight man has joined others to pay tribute to The Duke of Edinburgh at Buckingham Palace.

Pubs, restaurants, shops, hairdressers and gyms on the Isle of Wight are reopening today (Monday) - for the first time in months.

Staff at a shop in Brighstone were threatened with a knife during a robbery last week, police say.

A suspected bomb has been found in the sea at Bembridge today (Sunday).

A cyclist has been taken to hospital after being involved in what's thought to have been an accident in Whitwell.

The nominations for election as the Hampshire and the Isle of Wight Police and Crime Commissioner have now closed.

The Floating Bridge is out of service this weekend (April 10-11).

The Isle of Wight has been remembering the Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip, who has died at the age of 99.

Candidates have been released for local elections as the Isle of Wight will head to the polls in less than a month.

Scams including one regarding the Census have started doing the rounds on the Isle of Wight.

A 6-year-old girl from the Isle of Wight is donating her golden curly locks to The Little Princess Trust.

A 16-year-old who has been supporting her brother and father after her mother's death has been awarded the Isle of Wight High Sheriff Award.

Ten Island families living in poverty will be given a much needed holiday, thanks to The Getaway Foundation.

420 trees have been planted in just three hours in Freshwater - thanks to an army of volunteers.

The Isle of Wight's dignitaries have been paying tribute to Prince Philip, who has died aged 99.

Pictures: The Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip, most recently visited the Isle of Wight in 2012 and 2016.

BREAKING NEWS: The Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip, has died aged 99.

A former Labour education minister will go head to head in the elections with the man responsible for education on the Island - Councillor Paul Brading.

The Isle of Wight Conservative Party has revealed its candidates ahead of May’s local elections.

Politics seems to be proving popular among the Isle of Wight's younger generation, with a number of teenage candidates announcing their intention to stand in the upcoming local elections.

A man who scaled the Sevenacres building of St Mary's Hospital will appear in court today (Friday), charged with a number of offences.

The former offices of a well-loved Island holiday company are set to be turned into houses.

86 per cent of coronavirus vaccines handed out on the Isle of Wight in the last week were second doses, latest figures reveal.

Firefighters have been tackling a tumble dryer fire at a property in Nettlestone this afternoon (Thursday).

Another person on the Isle of Wight has died in hospital after contracting coronavirus.

Firefighters are attempting to rescue two people stuck in a cherry picker in Ventnor this afternoon (Thursday).

Swimming lessons for children in council-run leisure centres will start in the middle of next month (May).

Items have been stolen during an alleged robbery at Brighstone Village Stores.

Another three people have died on the Isle of Wight after contracting COVID-19.

The Isle of Wight Council's top earning officers have been revealed.

Two new weather stations have gone live in Cowes to help commercial and leisure vessels make safe navigational decisions.

The Isle of Wight College is set to benefit from the Government’s £1.5 billion FE Capital Transformation Fund.

Police are investigating two incidents in Newport, as a man was injured - and arrested.

The Isle of Wight has only achieved 54 per cent of its housebuilding target over the past three years — leaving it vulnerable to unwanted development.

Another spot on Newport High Street looks set to be transformed into flats.

Four new cases of coronavirus have been recorded in today's (Wednesday's) Isle of Wight figures.

Chasing Egyptian geese and travelling alongside a friend without stopping for 17 kilometres - are among the Isle of Wight's white-tailed eagles' movements recently.

There are reports of a crash in Ryde this afternoon (Wednesday).

A man has been arrested after a number of vehicles were damaged in Shanklin.

A Freshwater woman - airlifted to hospital after suffering a heart attack - has thanked emergency teams for helping to save her life.

Swimming pools on the Isle of Wight are opening on Monday (12) - in line with Government guidelines.

A nursery in Newport is appealing for help after an alleged break-in last night (Tuesday).

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Famous faces, including the Isle of Wight's very own Melvyn Hayes and Only Fools and Horses' star John Challis, are taking part in a fundraiser for Shanklin Theatre.

The so-called 'Shrape Swimmers' in East Cowes have finished the distance of the Isle of Wight - and raised over £1,000 for a regeneration project.

A 'dinosaur walk' on the Isle of Wight has helped to raise vital funds for Macmillan Cancer Support.

Independent Arts' popular singing for wellbeing project 'SingAbout' has celebrated a milestone birthday recently.

Nine out of ten households across England and Wales have completed their questionnaire – but anyone who hasn't taken part, is being reminded to.

An initiative at the Island Riding Centre (IRC) over the Easter holidays has given youngsters - eligible for free school meals - a one of a kind experience.

An Isle of Wight teenager with an extremely rare life-limiting condition is taking on the Island's Red Squirrel trails from Newport to Sandown - for charity.

It is still not known when Wightlink's FastCat will return.

An empty Newport eyesore could be regenerated by its owner, Lord Alan Sugar.

Firefighters have tackled a blaze near Yarmouth this afternoon (Tuesday).

There has been a slight rise in the number of people testing positive for COVID on the Isle of Wight.

Esplanade car dealership in Cowes is celebrating its 75th anniversary - on the day that restrictions are eased.

An 8-year-old girl has managed to raise nearly £1,000 for the Cats Protection Adoption Centre in Ryde.

Work is underway to improve a footpath in Cowes.

Firefighters have been tackling a bin fire in Ryde this morning (Tuesday).

It's the last chance to comment on plans for 50 new houses on greenfield land in Freshwater - the Island's MP is among the objectors.

A Isle of Wight man who allegedly threw tiles at police from the roof of St Mary's Hospital has been charged.

Ryde's Commodore is one of 19 independent UK cinemas to benefit from the latest round of Culture Recovery Grant funding.

Diversions are in place as the Broadway in Sandown turns one-way from today (Tuesday).

Newport's County Hall, fire station and police station are among the sites earmarked for housing if the Isle of Wight Conservatives are re-elected at next month's local elections.

No new cases of coronavirus were recorded in yesterday's (Monday's) Isle of Wight case total.

Cowes RNLI Lifeboat and Coastguard Rescue Teams were called out to reports of a kayaker 'waving for help' this afternoon (Monday).

A warning has been issued by Freshwater firefighters after they attended a blaze caused by a discarded BBQ.

Tributes are being paid to a former volunteer at Sandown and Shanklin Lifeboat.

Fears that a car fell over a cliff near Freshwater Bay - prompted a large scale search by coastguard teams and police last night (Sunday).

Free, rapid twice-weekly COVID-19 testing for everyone in England is being promised by the government - starting this Friday.

One person has been arrested following reports a man approached and spoke to a child at Havenstreet this afternoon (Sunday).

A Totland woman is celebrating her birthday by shaving her head for charity.

Three shops in Ryde High Street will soon turn parts of their windows into displays more at home in a museum of history.

Island Labour has revealed its candidates ahead of May’s local elections.

Eligible Isle of Wight businesses in certain sectors will soon receive government Restart Grants - to provide support as coronavirus restrictions are eased.

An incident has left a car flipped on its roof on a notorious bend on The Middle Road, near Calbourne.

A 'live' sett of Badgers in Niton has meant temporary traffic lights have had to be installed for 'safety reasons'.

Last winter Island Roads has had its second-busiest winter on the Isle of Wight.

Island youngsters have been recognised for their positives role in their communities - with High Sheriff Awards.

A motorcycle has been involved in a crash in Ashey, near Ryde, today (Saturday).

A paddleboard that was discovered 'drifting' in the Solent prompted an RNLI search today (Saturday).

A person on the roof of St Mary's Hospital last night (Friday) prompted an emergency response.

Do you want to take on the challenge of a skydive for an Isle of Wight charity?

A community housing scheme, to support Islanders with complex mental health needs will soon be available in Wootton.

Red Funnel's Red Jet timetable will expand and the Quayconnect bus will be reinstated - in line with the easing of lockdown.

A medical incident off Gurnard resulted in an emergency response last week (Wednesday).

A mother and her child who found themselves stuck in woodland earlier today (Friday) prompted a call-out for coastguard teams.

Islanders can still access NHS services and support over the Easter holiday weekend.

This month (April) marks 10 years since the Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (ISVA) first started supporting Isle of Wight residents.

Groups and businesses working in the cultural sector on the Isle of Wight are receiving a total of £489,264 in Cultural Recovery Fund grants from the government.

Dangerous and anti-social behaviour in the Isle of Wight's waters is to be targeted as part of a police initiative.

A group of care home residents on the Island are reportedly looking forward to a sweet Easter, thanks to the fundraising efforts of a local college student. 

Seven new cases of coronavirus have been recorded on the Isle of Wight.

More than 100,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses have been administered on the Isle of Wight, latest figures reveal.

Newport's Mountain Warehouse is not shutting its doors permanently, despite reports suggesting it was.

A multi-million pound agreement to invest in part of Newport's Parkhurst prison estate has been confirmed by the Island's MP.

The launch of the newly-combined Hampshire and the Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service (HIWFRS) has been hailed as a "new era" - but what exactly does it mean for Islanders?

The Island’s Zoo, which was called Sandown Zoo in the 1950s before becoming The Isle of Wight Zoo in the 70s - will now be called The Wildheart Animal Sanctuary.

Cowes RNLI rescued a teenager with disabilities last night (Wednesday).

The Isle of Wight Foodbank is marking ten years in operation.

The long-awaited merger of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight's fire service has been deemed a "momentous point in history" as it officially comes into effect today (Thursday).

A popular Isle of Wight photographer has won the People's Choice Award in the 2021 British Photography Awards.

Scrapping plans for speed cameras and delaying the introduction of contactless payment cards are among plans set out by Island Labour.

No new coronavirus cases have been recorded for the second time this week.

The Isle of Wight Green Party has released what it calls a " bold and comprehensive" plan ahead of the upcoming local elections.

Another COVID-19 related death has been recorded at St Mary's Hospital.

Isle of Wight police do not have the power to prevent people travelling from one area to another - and officers won't be stopping people from doing so - as coronavirus restrictions are eased.

A man has been detained by police after a public order incident in Ryde.

Cowes boatbuilder, Diverse Marine, has been tasked with constructing three high-tech vessels.

It's the end of an era as South Western Railway's old Island Line trains leave the Isle of Wight for the final time.

An Isle of Wight teenager who was bedbound from her skin condition - says she doesn't want others to "suffer in silence."

Temporary traffic lights, diversions and closures - the extent of roadworks on the Isle of Wight has been revealed.

Tickets are now on sale for Wessex Cancer Trust's drive-in cinema - which returns this summer.

Just one new case of coronavirus has been registered in today's (Tuesday's) Isle of Wight figures.

A garage in Bembridge has been fined after an employee suffered life-changing injuries after falling into a vehicle inspection pit in 2018.

Police on the Isle of Wight have been involved in a training exercise today (Tuesday), which included the pursuit of another car.

A section of Newport High Street has been closed due to a burst water main - causing more travel problems in the town.

Yarmouth Lifeboat has been called to assist three people who became stranded when the yacht they were on started taking on water at Newtown Creek.

Sales from a charity calendar, along with other fundraisers, have helped raise money for a new community minibus in Bembridge.

The trustees of Isle of Wight Pride say they have made the difficult decision to cancel this year's event.

No new cases of coronavirus have been recorded in today's (Monday's) Isle of Wight figures.

This year's Isle of Wight Scooter Rally will go ahead, it's been confirmed.

Isle of Wight motorists won't be able to leave or enter St George's Way from Furrlongs from this time next week (April 6).

With almost 90,000 coronavirus vaccines now administered on the Isle of Wight, Isle of Wight Radio went to meet some of those on the frontline of the roll-out.

The safety net of support for vulnerable Islanders will stay in place - even when shielding is paused from tomorrow (Wednesday).

Two people have been arrested as part of a police investigation into the supply of drugs on the Isle of Wight.

There are some changes to the rules at the Isle of Wight's waste and recycling centres from today (Monday).

A weather vane from Queen Victoria's Isle of Wight home, Osborne House, has been put back into place following a two year restoration project.

There will speedway action on the Isle of Wight this summer - according to those in charge of the sport on the Island.

An easing of England's coronavirus lockdown rules means people are now allowed more freedom outdoors.  

Three arrests were made on the Island yesterday (Saturday, March 27) by police investigating drug-dealing.

Volunteer lifeboat crew members from the RNLI Yarmouth station, assisted by kitesurfers, successfully rescued a capsized kayaker off the Island on Saturday afternoon (March 27).

A pair of this afternoon's ferry sailings across the Solent have been cancelled.

An anti-lockdown gathering has been publicised to be taking place in Ryde today (Sunday 28)

Isle of Wight MP Bob Seely has asked the Government to consider how education could be better delivered following the Covid-19 pandemic.

The Air Ambulance and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service have been assisting an operation in Cowes this morning (Saturday 27).

Fancy being a councillor on the Isle of Wight? Well, there is still time to apply ahead of the upcoming elections.

The owners of a caravan park in Gurnard are looking to increase the site’s capacity.

Plans have been submitted to build houses on a former school field, overlooking Sandown Bay.

An emergency road closure has been put in place in Godshill.