Isle of Wight News
Isle of Wight Randonnee 2024 cycle event takes place today
An impressive 3,000 riders take part in this popular Isle of Wight family cycling event.
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24287148.isle-wight-randonnee-cycle-event-rev
Sun, 05 May 2024
Isle of Wight landslide hit Leeson Road closure changes
An Isle of Wight Council spokesperson has explained the most recent changes to the Leeson Road closure following December's landslide.
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24299769.isle-wight-landslide-hit-leeson-road
Sun, 05 May 2024
I met the head gardener of Osborne on the Isle of Wight in Spring
From water-logged wallflowers to dealing with pesky pests, advice from one of the Isle of Wight's leading gardeners: Toby Beasley, head gardener at English Heritage's Osborne.
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24289772.met-head-gardener-osborne-isle-wight
Sun, 05 May 2024
Service on Isle of Wight to remember Poland's Błyskawica
A service will take place later today (Sunday).
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24297905.service-isle-wight-remember-polands-
Sun, 05 May 2024
Isle of Wight RNLI crew hosts emergency day
Enthusiastically responding to the invitation were RNLI and independent lifeboats from across the Isle of Wight and Hampshire
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24299928.isle-wight-rnli-crew-hosts-emergency
Sun, 05 May 2024
Isle of Wight beach warning after cliff fall in Yaverland and Shanklin
The Isle of Wight County Press has been alerted to two landslips this morning, at Yaverland and Shanklin.
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24300101.isle-wight-warning-cliff-fall-yaverl
Sun, 05 May 2024
Isle of Wight cafe, restaurant and hotel food hygiene ratings
The scores are in — the latest batch of food hygiene ratings for Isle of Wight restaurants, cafes, takeaways and businesses have been revealed.
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24299804.isle-wight-cafe-restaurant-hotel-foo
Sun, 05 May 2024
Popular Isle of Wight teacher Lesley Walters retires after 36 years
Lesley Walters, assistant headteacher at The Bay CE School, has retired after 36 years at the Isle of Wight school.
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24300234.popular-isle-wight-teacher-lesley-wa
Sun, 05 May 2024
Isle of Wight window fitter's attempt to burgle foiled by camera
The 24-year-old admitted attempted burglary with intent to steal and possession of a class B drug, namely ketamine.
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24296717.isle-wight-window-fitters-attempt-bu
Sun, 05 May 2024
Watch Isle of Wight TV show The Beast Must Die for free on ITVX
The TV show stars Jared Harris, Cush Jumbo, Billy Howle and Geraldine James, along with hundreds of Isle of Wight residents as supporting actors.
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24299829.watch-isle-wight-tv-show-beast-must-
Sun, 05 May 2024
Bernard Hill: Lord of the Rings and Titanic actor dies at 79
Bernard Hill who was known for his roles in The Lord of the Rings films, Titanic and Boys from the Blackstuff has died at the age of 79
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24300488.bernard-hill-lord-rings-titanic-acto
Sun, 05 May 2024
Isle of Wight Randonnee 2024 cycle event PHOTOS
Thousands of riders of all ages and abilities took part on the Isle of Wight, going at their own pace and tackling either a 60k or 100k route.
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24300430.isle-wight-randonnee-2024-cycle-even
Sun, 05 May 2024
Isle of Wight County Press headlines from 124 years ago!
The go-ahead town of Yarmouth was the first to install electric light. It also stole a march on the rest of the Island by being the first town to electrically illuminate its church, St James's.
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24291604.isle-wight-county-press-headlines-12
Mon, 06 May 2024
Isle of Wight manufacturing business scoops King's Award
The Isle of Wight company famously make much of the signage and cladding for London Underground.
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24300399.isle-wight-manufacturing-business-sc
Mon, 06 May 2024
Isle of Wight ambulance service stalwart awarded King’s Medal
The Isle of Wight's Louise Walker has been recognised for her exceptional devotion to duty, outstanding ability, merit and conduct in her role.
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24300408.isle-wight-ambulance-service-stalwar
Mon, 06 May 2024
Isle of Wight service to remember Poland's Błyskawica PHOTOS
The commemoration event went ahead on the Isle of Wight at the weekend, where memorial plaques dedicated to both destroyers were placed.
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24300589.isle-wight-service-remember-polands-
Mon, 06 May 2024
Bank holiday pharmacy opening times on the Isle of Wight
Isle of Wight pharmacies are poised to open this May bank holiday (Monday, May 6), ready to serve the community.
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24287080.bank-holiday-pharmacy-opening-times-
Mon, 06 May 2024
Isle of Wight Island Line services hit by industrial action from TODAY
See how industrial action will affect rail travel today and the rest of the week.
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24290662.isle-wight-island-line-services-hit-
Mon, 06 May 2024
Isle of Wight fire at farm near Ryde sees roof destroyed
Firefighters remain on scene this morning.
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24300744.isle-wight-fire-farm-near-ryde-sees-
Mon, 06 May 2024
Isle of Wight weather warning for thunderstorms on May bank holiday
Rain may cause flooding and travel disruption across the Island, the Met Office has said.
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24300970.isle-wight-weather-warning-thunderst
Mon, 06 May 2024
Exhibition over King Charles III Coast Path to road concerns
Events are being held to look at issues surrounding the King Charles III Coast Path.
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24301118.exhibition-king-charles-iii-coast-pa
Mon, 06 May 2024
Isle of Wight crash leaves motorcyclist seriously hurt
A 75-year-old was arrested.
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24300856.isle-wight-crash-leaves-motorcyclist
Mon, 06 May 2024
Isle of Wight farm owners praise firefighters after blaze
The fire measured 15m by 25m and prompted a large response from firefighters.
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24301246.isle-wight-farm-owners-praise-firefi
Mon, 06 May 2024
Isle of Wight Osborne House protest over King Charles III Coast Path
English Heritage won't allow it over fears for Osborne's "priceless" collection.
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24301694.isle-wight-osborne-house-protest-kin
Mon, 06 May 2024
Comic poetry by Isle of Wight writer Cheryl May now in book form
Cheryl May, writer and performer of pantomime, plays and humorous songs has finally put her much-loved comic poetry into a book.
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24303868.comic-poetry-isle-wight-writer-chery
Tue, 07 May 2024
Isle of Wight air ambulance Dash in the Dark back for 2024
Here's how you can get involved...
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24301945.isle-wight-air-ambulance-dash-dark-b
Tue, 07 May 2024
Isle of Wight seaside Sandown carnival dates revealed
Sandown's is one of the oldest carnivals on the Island, having been founded in 1889.
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24301981.isle-wight-seaside-sandown-carnival-
Tue, 07 May 2024
Red Bull and burger thefts from Isle of Wight convenience store
He appeared in court on Friday, May 3.
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24301463.red-bull-burger-thefts-isle-wight-co
Tue, 07 May 2024
King's Award for video game firm Stainless Games on the Isle of Wight
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24302548.kings-award-video-game-firm-stainles
Tue, 07 May 2024
Isle of Wight Island Line services halted by strike TODAY
See how industrial action is also affected rail travel the rest of the week.
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24290680.isle-wight-island-line-services-hit-
Tue, 07 May 2024
Isle of Wight road closures in Brighstone following fire
It would be best for motorists to avoid the Brighstone area this morning (Tuesday).
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24302747.isle-wight-road-closures-brighstone-
Tue, 07 May 2024
Popular Isle of Wight attraction Train Story welcomes 600k visitors
The Isle of Wight Steam Railway’s Train Story attraction welcomed its 600,000th visitors to its Train Story centre
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24303717.popular-isle-wight-attraction-celebr
Tue, 07 May 2024
Isle of Wight fire service statement on Gaggerhill Lane house fire
Crews have been tackling a house fire since 2am at Brighstone, Isle of Wight - fire service statements in full
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24302246.isle-wight-fire-service-statement-ga
Tue, 07 May 2024
Harry Potter and EastEnders stars in Wight Proms 2024 line-up
The organisers of this year’s Wight Proms Festival have unveiled a star-studded line-up for the summer event.
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24304476.harry-potter-eastenders-stars-wight-
Tue, 07 May 2024
Isle of Wight jet-ski rescue prompts emergency response
A jet-skier who fell into the sea off an Isle of Wight beach prompted an emergency rescue response today (May 7).
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24304760.isle-wight-jet-ski-rescue-prompts-em
Tue, 07 May 2024
Isle of Wight fire in Brighstone investigation launched
The cause of the fire in Brighstone is not known at this stage.
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24302421.isle-wight-fire-brighstone-investiga
Tue, 07 May 2024
Isle of Wight MP hack fears amid military data breach
Isle of Wight MP Bob Seely wonders if he is "the most hacked MP in Britain" following a British armed forces payroll data breach.
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24304827.isle-wight-mp-wonders-hacked-uk/?ref
Tue, 07 May 2024
Firefighters respond quickly to Isle of Wight kitchen fire
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service tackled a kitchen fire in Ryde this afternoon (May 7).
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24304841.firefighters-respond-quickly-isle-wi
Tue, 07 May 2024
Isle of Wight fire crews tackle blaze at Gaggerhill Lane, Brighstone
Crews were called to Gaggerhill Lane, Brighstone at around 2am to a house fire - residents have been evacuated
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24302198.isle-wight-fire-crews-tackle-blaze-g
Tue, 07 May 2024
Popular Isle of Wight pubs support Prostate Cancer on foot
Staff from three Isle of Wight pubs walk a combined 870 miles in aid of Prostate Cancer UK.
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/24304308.popular-isle-wight-pubs-support-pros
Tue, 07 May 2024