Zach Saunders

2 days ago | countypress.co.uk | Zach Saunders

At Saturday's Shanklin Regatta, only three races were completed before the worsening sea state forced an early abandonment. Shanklin Sandown Rowing Club made a strong start, with their Boys Quad – James Travers, Sam Meadowcroft, Isaac King and Fin Diffey, coxed by Esme Walters – claiming an emphatic win. Fred Giemza-Pipe and Alex Robertson finished second and fourth, respectively, in the coastal sculls before an impromptu Beach Sprints event allowed more Shanklin rowers to shine.

2 days ago | countypress.co.uk | Zach Saunders

War memorial flower bed vandalised in Ventnor (Image: IWCP) A man in his 20s has been arrested after a vehicle was damaged and a war memorial flower bed vandalised on the Isle of Wight last night (Tuesday, May 13). Hampshire and IW Constabulary were alerted shortly after 10pm to reports of a 'man shouting and damaging a vehicle'. The incident happened on Park Avenue, outside Ventnor Park.

3 days ago | countypress.co.uk | Zach Saunders

Newport High Street, captured from above (Image: IWCP) Newport High Street is closed from today (Wednesday, May 14) for three days of urgent road repairs. The affected section of the High Street – between Castlehold Lane and St James’ Square (from Correo Lounge to Tesco Express) – closes from today to Friday, May 16. The IW Council says the reason for the closure is to allow for essential carriageway repair works, ensuring the safety and integrity of the road surface.

5 days ago | countypress.co.uk | Zach Saunders

Ventnor CC First Team (Image: Dave Reynold) VENTNOR’S promising start to their 175th-anniversary campaign in Division 1 of the Southern Premier Cricket League suffered a setback on Saturday (May 10), as they were beaten by 39 runs at home to Rowledge. Winning the toss, the visitors elected to bat first at Steephill and posted a competitive total of 261 for five from their allotted 50 overs. Ventnor's bowlers toiled hard in warm conditions, with Daniel Cox the pick of the attack.

5 days ago | countypress.co.uk | Zach Saunders

New Quiet Lounge onboard St Clare (Image: Wightlink) Isle of Wight ferry company Wightlink has launched new quiet spaces onboard St Clare, offering a more relaxed journey across the Solent. Passengers seeking a peaceful crossing can now enjoy the new Quiet Lounge on Deck Five, designed for those who prefer to avoid bright lights, noise, and crowds. Signs at the entrance explain the space’s purpose, and a similar quiet area is also available at the Portsmouth ferry port.