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Isle Of Wight’s Ugly Ozo Releases New Single
Isle of Wight musician ugly ozo has released her first single since signing to a new record label. onto a winner is out now and available...

Dominic Kureen
Jun 21, 2025


Big Meade’s Big Reveal — Shanklin’s New Play Park Opens Just In Time For Summer
There’s a new reason for little legs to get excited in Shanklin — a sparkling new play park has just swung into action at Big Meade!...

Dominic Kureen
Jun 17, 2025


Isle Of Wight Swim Team Dive Into Final Push For Island Games
The Isle of Wight’s swimming team is gearing up for the 2025 International Island Games in Orkney this July and their team manager, Gavin...

Dominic Kureen
Jun 17, 2025


Bette's Off: Beloved Lake Councillor Retires
Lake Parish Councillors said farewell to retiring Councillor Bette Young at their recent Annual Meeting. Council Chair Paul Brading...

Dominic Kureen
Jun 17, 2025


Local Air Ambulance Takes-Off For Flight Number 14,000
The doctors, dispatchers, pilots and paramedics that make up the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance critical care teams have...

Dominic Kureen
Jun 16, 2025


Isle Of Wight Veteran Turns ‘Blindfolded Bimble’ Into Annual Armed Forces Month Event
A blind veteran from the Isle of Wight has organised his second blindfolded fundraising walk to raise money for Blind Veterans UK, the...

Dominic Kureen
Jun 13, 2025


Changes To Council Services During Isle Of Wight Festival
While the Isle of Wight Festival is taking place from Friday 20 June to Sunday 22 June 2025, some council services are affected. Seaclose...

Dominic Kureen
Jun 12, 2025


Isle Of Wight Dentist Scoops Three Awards At Top Dentistry Ceremony
Denbigh House Dental Practice has swept three prestigious accolades at the 2025 Dentistry Awards, held on Friday 7 June at the Athena in...

Dominic Kureen
Jun 12, 2025


Write, Sign, Share — Mountbatten Isle Of Wight Fights Funding Cuts
Mountbatten Isle of Wight has released a film urging Islanders to write or email in support of their local hospice, as it faces NHS cash...

Dominic Kureen
Jun 12, 2025


Change Of Venue Announced For Osborne Proms '25
Organisers of Osborne Proms ’25 have announced a change of venue for this summer's highly anticipated open air classical concert. Due to...

Dominic Kureen
Jun 11, 2025


Bay CE School Students Soak Up Parisian Culture During May Half Term Trip
38 students from The Bay CE School enjoyed an unforgettable adventure during the May half term as they travelled to Paris for a cultural...

Dominic Kureen
Jun 8, 2025


Hampshire And Isle Of Wight Wildlife Trust Launches Biggest-Ever Citizen Science Project
(c) Jon Hawkins This June, Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust is calling on families, community groups, schools and individuals to...

Dominic Kureen
Jun 4, 2025


Half-Term Family Fun At Island Museums For Just £1 Per Visitor
Family fun is on offer at two Island museums during this week’s half-term. On Tuesday May 27 and Thursday May 29 (10am-1pm) visitors to...

Dominic Kureen
May 24, 2025


Vecta House Care Home Lights Up With Dementia Disco
Vecta House Care Home in Newport recently hosted its first-ever Dementia Disco, transforming the care home into a vibrant, disco-themed...

Dominic Kureen
May 24, 2025


The Pill Release Debut EP And Announce UK Headline Tour
Isle of Wight band The Pill have released their highly anticipated debut EP ahead of a newly announced UK headline tour.

Dominic Kureen
May 23, 2025


Ryde School Student Secures Top Exhibition Spot
A Ryde School student’s first-ever oil painting is set to be showcased at a prestigious event in London. Inspired by her travels to...

Dominic Kureen
May 19, 2025


Isle Of Wight Youth Trust Named Overall Winner Of 2025 GSK IMPACT Awards
Isle of Wight Youth Trust (IOWYT) has been chosen as the overall winner of a top national award for its outstanding work supporting the...

Dominic Kureen
May 17, 2025


Vectis Radio In Shout Out For Volunteers
Vectis Radio CIC, the Island's Community Radio Station, is calling for volunteers to help behind the scenes. Station Manager, Ian Mac...

Dominic Kureen
May 17, 2025


Number One Success For Shanklin Chart Topper Georgia
Shanklin's rising star Georgia Nicole is celebrating after reaching the summit of the South Coast Music Charts. Georgia is the first...

Dominic Kureen
May 14, 2025


Isle Of Wight Chamber Business Award Winners For 2025 Announced
The Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce Business Awards 2025 with WRS have been presented in a glittering ceremony hosted by TV and radio...

Dominic Kureen
May 12, 2025
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