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Council has only now officially instructed IR to clear Ventnor rock fall

1 day ago | onthewight.com | Simon Perry

Earlier in the week, IWC told OnTheWight that Island Roads (IR) had been instructed to clear the fallen rock at Belgrave Road, Ventnor. Turns out, this wasn’t the case. Ventnor councillor, Ed Blake got in touch with OnTheWight today (Friday) after he’d found out that it was only this very afternoon, at 15:48, that the council had officially asked IR to do the work.
Island Roads instructed to remove rockfall on Belgrave Road: Start date unclear

2 days ago | onthewight.com | Sally Perry

Isle of Wight council have instructed Island Roads to clear the fallen rock on Belgrave Road, Ventnor, but it’s not yet known when the work will actually take place. That is the latest information from Isle of Wight council this week following almost three months of road closure after the overhang rock on the corner of Belgrave Road collapsed into a heap on the road and beyond.
Last chance to see 'Unpacking Department' exhibition in Ryde

2 days ago | onthewight.com | Sally Perry

Saturday, 7th June marks the final opportunity to visit Unpacking Department — the first exhibition to take place at Department in Ryde. Located on the ground floor, the exhibition is the work of artists Teresa Grimaldi, Tracy Mikich and Sean Turner, as well as Lauren Fry from Studio Wren. One visitor to the exhibition said,“Felt so inspiring to capture the past so inventively at a time when change asks us to reflect and choose.
Photographic exhibition showcases Isle of Wight history and supports Parkinson’s charity

2 days ago | onthewight.com | Sally Perry

Residents and visitors are being invited to explore a collection of historical photographs at a special exhibition in Newport this weekend. The legendary Barry Price will be sharing a selection of photographs from his prolific collection. Exhibition dates and detailsThe free exhibition takes place over three days, starting on Saturday 7th June from 9.30am to 7pm. It continues on Sunday 8th June from 9am to 4pm and concludes on Monday 9th June, with doors open from 9am to 5pm.
Isle of Wight Mum urges public to support petition protecting SEND rights

2 days ago | onthewight.com | Sally Perry

An Isle of Wight mother of three has spoken out about the personal toll of fighting for her children’s educational support—and why she believes proposed changes to SEND law would be devastating. She is urging people to sign a petition that calls on the government to retain the legal right to assessment and support in education for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
Cowes Floating Bridge extends service hours for Round the Island Race weekend

2 days ago | onthewight.com | Sally Perry

The Cowes Floating Bridge will run extended hours this weekend to support the Round the Island Race. Organisers expect hundreds of race crews and thousands of visitors to travel to Cowes for the event. Early start for Saturday preparationsThe floating bridge will begin service at 4am on Saturday, 7th June. This early start will help accommodate those preparing for the day’s activities and allow for smooth travel between East and West Cowes.
Devolution timeline outlined as councils await government green light

3 days ago | onthewight.com | Jason Lewis

Council chiefs across the region are waiting to learn if proposals for devolution have met the government’s statutory tests. The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) is expected to confirm this month (June 2025) if the planned regional authority and elected mayoralty can continue to the next phase. Devolution?
Campaign against proposed McDonald's drive-thru gains traction in Cowes

3 days ago | onthewight.com | Sally Perry

A campaign to oppose a McDonald’s ‘drive thru’ has been gathering momentum in Cowes. The group titled, No To Cowes McDonald’s, has launched an online petition opposing the plans for a new fast food takeaway restaurant on Three Gates Road, Cowes and a Facebook Page has been created to gain support on social media.
How straw work is being revived in Ryde for Isle of Wight culture

4 days ago | onthewight.com | Hannah Ray

As part of New Carnival’s “Our Folktastic Isle” project, a unique heritage workshop took place in Ryde on Wednesday, 21st May, celebrating the endangered art of straw work. Straw work, listed as an endangered heritage craft, is often underestimated as a simple or disposable material. A remarkably sustainable and environmentally friendly materialIn truth, it requires rare skill and craftsmanship—skills that are at risk of being lost.
Ventnor Harbour management costs come in under budget as council reviews Annual Report

4 days ago | onthewight.com | Sally Perry

The Isle of Wight council’s Harbour Committee will be considering the latest Annual Report for Ventnor Harbour next week. Paperwork for the meeting reveals that the draft costs for contracted services for the management of Ventnor Harbour came in £950 under budget, costing £86,085 compared to the 24/25 budget of £87,035. In 2023/24, the total cost of contracted services cost the council £89,794. Other costs for both years included employees, premises and supplies and services.