A Ventnor man will stand trial next year, accused of robbing an autistic man. Michael Hollister, of Albert Street, appeared before a judge at the Isle of Wight Crown Court on Friday (May 20). The 52-year-old denied robbery on the Isle of Wight
AN Isle of Wight charity has won big with the People's Postcode Lottery — awarded more than one million pounds to help it launch a food challenge to supermarkets. The Ellen MacArthur Foundation received £1.25 million from the Dream Fund award,
Would you be able to save a life? Everyone welcome at a free life-saving demonstration being held by Isle of Wight Vecta Oddfellows, as part of British Heart Week. The demonstration will take place at the Methodist Church Hall, Quay Street,
A SHANKLIN man has been accused of telling a man in a phone message he had been convicted twice of attempted murder, knew where he lived and was going to kill him and his family. David Sanders, of The Rogers, denied sending Michael Pilbeam a voicemail
The Earl and Countess of Wessex are visiting the Isle of Wight today (Monday). Earlier, the Queen's youngest son and his wife stopped off on Newport's Pan Estate - meeting children from Barton Primary and the team from the Pan Together community
A MAN accused of serious sexual offences against a boy and girl appeared before Isle of Wight magistrates. Christopher Blake, of Albert Road, Rochford, Essex, faced two charges of rape and three of indecent assault, against a girl, between February
Hotel Chocolat has launched a half-price 'Spring Spectacular sale and there's even 50% off its Easter chocolate. If you thought you had missed the boat for discount Easter treats, think again because Hotel Chocolat's 50% Spring sale has arrived
In less than a month we will all be enjoying a long Bank Hoilday weekend as we celebrate the Queens Platinum Jubilee. Whether you're planning a street party or a garden party, there's not much time to get your decorations to needs. But don't
Plans for your Platinum Jubilee celebrations may already be in place ahead of it taking place in a couple of weeks time, and if you want some sweet treats for the occasion then Cutter & Squidge may be able to help. The bakery has got their own
A BIG crowd is expected for the final of the Isle of Wight Challenge Cup between the holders Whitecroft and Barton Sports and Shanklin tonight (Tuesday). The match, at the Peter Henry Ground, Brading, should provide a fantastic spectacle between
From the Isle of Wight to Muckle Flugga is the challenge for a sailor raising funds for Parkinson's UK. David Temple, who is aged in his eighties, left Yarmouth today (Tuesday), on board his 34ft yacht, Second Wind UK. He has chosen to raise
Recently the County Press has featured various attacks on the half term decision announced by Alliance Education portfolio holder Debbie Andre. Conservative members now out of Isle of Wight Council cabinet power failed to recognise the upheaval
The Earl and Countess of Wessex are to visit the Isle of Wight today (Monday). UPDATE: Prince Edward and Sophie at Isle of Wight school and community scheme VIDEO The Queen's youngest son and his wife are expected to carry out a number of
A BRIDE has spoken out to warn others after she was assaulted by her nail technician when she complained about her pre-wedding manicure. Abbey Maxwell was horrified after her nails were given a shoddy French manicure by Kim Tran of Hollywood Nails
MAKING a welcome return after their forced shutdown, Newport Jazz Club opened the doors of the Apollo Theatre on Sunday to a crowd of jazz lovers eager for a return to live concerts. The Cass Caswell Celebrity Quintet did not disappoint. Led by
