Youngsters had a chance to find out more about how local democracy works with a visit to County Hall last week.

The long-term future of the iconic Isle of Wight Festival at Seaclose Park is set to be considered by the Isle of Wight Council's Cabinet, with a new five-year deal proposed.

As set out in council papers published today (Wednesday), the process of setting a budget for the forthcoming year has been one of the most challenging ever experienced by the Isle of Wight Council. 

This year the UK will mark the Coronation of King Charles III with a three-day bank holiday weekend.

National Education Union (NEU) strike date Wednesday 1 February 2023

More than 120 residents have so far received free trees as part of a one-off giveaway offer by the Isle of Wight Council.

A new round of grant funding to support community-based schemes and activities that help to promote mental wellbeing and prevent mental ill health has been launched today.

Ground investigation works are due to start in Wroxall following a landslip which reduced part of the B3327 to a single lane.

The floating bridge will undergo its annual inspection by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) in March. 

Rural Services Network and Citizens Advice Rural Issues Group have launched a rural cost of living household survey.