A NEW car park — which creates 48 new East Cowes town centre spaces — was been officially declared open for business. The project on Well Road began at the end of last year when Red Funnel teamed up with Stoneham's Construction and Britannia Parking
THE COMBINATION of loading problems and the blanket of fog has resulted in Red Funnel's car ferry experiencing a 90-minute delay this afternoon (Friday). The 4.30pm crossing from East Cowes to Southampton is unlikely to leave the Island until 6pm
MORE Red Jet crossings have been cancelled this afternoon (Friday) due to reduced visibility. The 4.15pm crossing from Southampton and the 4.45pm from Cowes will not run due to the foggy weather. Red Funnel has apologised for the inconvenience
COWES RNLI were called to assist a fishing boat in trouble off Thorness Bay this afternoon (Friday). A 23-ft inflatable fishing boat experienced engine failure at around 1.50pm and Cowes RNLI Lifeboat were tasked shortly after. The crew give
ANOTHER 1,700 homes could be built — in completely new Isle of Wight villages — in addition to the 10,000 proposed in the Island Plan. The draft Island Plan sets out proposals for 9,676 new homes over the next 15 years, most of which would be built
ISLE of Wight author, Josh Barry, has made headlines this week for writing a book — using his nose. Josh, from East Cowes, has cerebral palsy and has been writing the book about his life for the past nine years. He has also climbed Wales' tallest
RED Funnel customers spent more than eight hours trying to cross The Solent last night (Thursday). Passengers booked on the 7.30pm car ferry crossing from Southampton left at 8.33pm but did not arrive at East Cowes until 3.18am this morning (Friday
TWO MEN have been arrested after a radio, chainsaw and a can of petrol were swiped from two Shorwell properties last weekend. Following the incidents, Islanders were reminded by police to keep sheds and outbuildings securely locked. This morning
THE YELLOW weather warning for fog on the Isle of Wight has been extended until tomorrow (Saturday). Fog is now expected across the Island until 9am tomorrow morning. A spokesperson from the Isle of Wight Met Service said: "Tonight should be
THE NEWLY formed festival crew from Fusion Arts Academy stormed the scene at the Bognor Regis Dance Festival. The 12-strong group of five to 12 year olds bagged the silver medal in the song and dance group section against many exceptional mainland
THE NEEDLES have been named the most Instagrammable spot on the Isle of Wight. Research conducted by Away Resorts followed the 'tags' on Instagram posts to discover which of the Island's many beauty spots topped the list. The 30-metre high
COWES Classics Week, the largest classic yacht regatta in the world, has announced that Red Funnel has taken the role of signature sponsor for the event. Cowes Classics Week runs from July 27 to August 2, with racing from Monday, July 29 onwards
VIDEOS of the Isle of Wight's MP, Bob Seely, often include his Westminster vlogs, a snippet for the BBC or a debate in parliament. Yesterday, on parliament live, a video of the speaker of the house, John Bercow, showed Mr Seely receive a telling
THERE are delays of up to 30 minutes on Red Funnel's vehicle ferry this morning (Friday). Due to a revised loading procedure in Southampton — due to a technical issue with the linkspan — customers have seen delays throughout this week. This
TOMORROW night (Saturday) will be the biggest of Isle of Wight-born soldier Chez Nihell's life as a boxer when he makes his pro debut at London's O2 arena in front of an armchair audience of millions. The lance corporal, 31, who currently serves
CHEEKY 90s Scouse outfit Space will be heading to the Isle of Wight in August to perform at Jack Up The Summer’s 90s Day. Space have sold over 5 million records worldwide with albums including 'Spiders', ‘Tin Planet’ and ‘Suburban Rock and Roll’
Here is the What’s On guide for February 22. Friday: Tapestry — Simeon Arms, Ryde. Gin, Jive and Slide featuring The Bunker Girls — Strings, Newport. Revive 45 — Shanklin Conservative Club. Woody — Cowes Ale House (8pm-10pm). Andy
A CAR fire in Newport last night (Thursday), resulted in a midnight call-out for firefighters. A crew from Newport Fire Station were called out just after midnight to Garden Way. The fire was tackled with one hose reel jet and the vehicle was
MERSTONE Station is set for a marvellous makeover. The Gift to Nature will be transformed, all thanks to grant funding from the National Lottery Community Fund and the support of National Lottery players. The team at Natural Enterprise are delighted
From James Allaway, Keep Newtown for the Birds, Newport: News the National Trust means to welcome more dogs (Daily Express 04-02-19) will dismay volunteers at the IW’s only National Nature Reserve, where uncontrolled pooches pose a major threat to
CROSS-Solent ferry services have been hit by foggy conditions this morning (Friday). Having been out of action last night, Red Funnel services have been reinstated, but the company warns that it is highly probable there will be delays or cancellations
