The Isle of Wight County Press has been bringing the news to Islanders since 1884. We've delved into the archives to find out what was happening in days gone by.
125 Years Ago
May 25, 1901
Island magistrates fined a Northwood man for animal cruelty after he drove a lame horse, pulling a milk cart, into a trot.
The new steam ship, the Balmoral, announced its first summer excursion timetable, with pick-up points at Sandown, Shanklin and Ventnor piers.
The Hampshire and IW Company of Volunteers returning from the Boer War, were honoured at a civic reception before huge crowds in Winchester.
Innovative foghorn designs were being tested at St Catherine’s Lighthouse, with some types audible 20 miles away.
100 Years Ago
May 22, 1926
A sale of drawings and pictures owned by Lady Tennyson, of Farringford, Freshwater, raised £500 in auction at Sotheby’s.
Sandown and Shanklin District Council supported a move to build a subway under the railway near Sandown station.
Some 4,000 competitors in 72 classes took part in the IW Musical Competition Festival at Ryde Town Hall.
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75 Years Ago
May 26, 1951
A violent thunderstorm swept the Island, bringing down the main Freshwater to Newport power line, cutting off supplies to hundreds of homes.
Twice-wounded Royal Marine, Arthur Harper, 22, of Westminster Place, Newport, received the Military Medal for gallantry during operations in Korea.
A French fishing vessel was detained after being caught fishing in territorial waters off Bembridge.
There was concern amongst Island bird lovers over the growing problem of youths with catapults, who used various species for target practice.
50 Years Ago
May 22, 1976
Island conservationists and yachting organisations reacted angrily to plans to erect an oil-drilling rig off Thorness Bay.
Southern Water highlighted the Island’s drought problem, by warning people who ignored a hosepipe ban that they will face prosecution.
Southampton FA Cup heroes, David Peach, Peter Rodrigues and Hugh Fisher attended the Island Dell Supporters’ Club annual dinner.
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