It appears the new developer for the massive scheme to build 850 new homes on the 58 acre IW Council-owned site off St George’s Way was announced by the IW Council last night. The selected developer is Barratt Homes, or as full title Barratt David Wilson (BDW)…

As ACRE and RCAN announce the launch of this year’s £500,000 COMMA fund, community groups on the Isle of Wight are being encouraged to apply for between £3,000 and £20,000 for community based projects…

A long overdue update in the Isle of Wight Council’s battle with HMRC over VAT on car parking charges. It would appear negotiations are still under way and it may be Autumn 2010 before a final decision is reached…

The identity of the developer to build 850 new homes on a 58 acre Isle of Wight Council-owned site off Pan Estate is expected to be revealed this month. In advance of that decision we can reveal, a masterplan and detailed design involving the flora and fauna, has already been drawn up…

This weekend people all over the country are dancing for free at thousands of venues as part of the new Change4Life Let’s Dance campaign. On the Isle of Wight, Dance Vibez are offering Ballroom/Latin, Street Dance/Hip Hop, Ballet and Show/Cabaret at Sandown Youth Club, on Sunday from 10-2pm…

The long-term future of the countryside is in jeopardy because so many young people are being forced out of rural areas to find homes, jobs and support. A report ‘State of the countryside’ has been delivered directly to the Prime Minister, by the Government’s Rural Advocate Dr Stuart Burgess…

Award-winning jazz legend Courtney Pine is heading for the Isle of Wight this May to perform at what is sure to be the showcase Jazz event of the year. With the IW Jazz Festival on hold for 2010, an afternoon and evening of simply the best music around will take place in May at Ventnor Botanic Garden’s meadow…

Maritime & Coastguard Agency is reminding the public to take extra care whilst on the sea, beach or cliffs. in advance of strike action by the Public and Commercial Services Union…