Archaeologists have finished a week long dig at the only medieval castle on the Isle of Wight, in a bid to answer more questions about the area known as the Privy Garden. The dig at Carisbrooke Castle, focussed on the original entrance to the garden which was blocked up at the end of the 19th century…

Isle of Wight artists made hay while the sun shone and enjoyed a fun ‘Open Weekend’ at the Quay Arts and Naturezones, as part of the national celebrations to launch the Cultural Olympiad…

The band that shook the world in 1964, not least on their first visit to the Island last year, are back and bringing with them another musical package of delight to the Isle of Wight. The Animals & Friends with Special Guests Herman’s Hermits, having toured extensively together, are promising a fantastic night of pop and R&B at Ventnor Winter Gardens…

Hundreds of Isle of Wight students have been hit by delays in the payment of their Education Maintenance Allowances. The problems came to light last week as students headed back to educational establishments for the start of the new term…

The Isle of Wight council is encouraging its staff, schools, local businesses and tourist attractions across the Island to get behind the Breast Cancer Campaign, and host pink-themed days and activities in support of the charity. To reinforce its support, it has even turned its logo pink!…

A vibrant carnival display greeted The Earl of Wessex when he visited the Riverside Centre in Newport. Prince Edward, arrived on the Isle of Wight for a very busy tour, view photos…

To mark the 20th anniversary of Crimestoppers, Capgemini is challenging the Police Service to a sailing rally around the Isle of Wight. Twenty police teams set sail to raise over £100,000 for the charity…

Haddon Lake House in St Lawrence on the Isle of Wight, is to be featured on TV in a Channel 5 programme about Britains Best Gardens. The garden was recently open to the public whilst still in full bloom and raised £1080 for The Ellen MacArthur Trust…