Cowes17 May 2026Swim warnings after second sewage spill in a weekIsle of Wight Council is advising residents to avoid bathing in the Cowes and East Cowes area.17 May 202615 May 2026Swimmers told to stay out of sea after sewage leakSouthern Water discharged into the sea more than eight hours following a pipe burst.15 May 20265 May 2026Island chain ferry out of action for two-week refitWhile the chain ferry is out of action a foot passenger and cyclist launch will run until 20 May.5 May 202630 Apr 2026'Nightmare' roadworks top concerns for island votePoliticians tackle Isle of Wight roadworks issues ahead of local council elections.30 Apr 202625 Mar 2026One‑way lifted after early finish to pipe upgradeThe work to replace ageing pipes along Horsebridge Hill had been expected to finish by mid April.25 Mar 202619 Mar 2026Water firm says 700 sewage spills stopped in a yearThe claims come as water bills are set to rise by an average increase of £2.70 a month from April.19 Mar 202625 Feb 2026Island roadworks scheme finishes earlyNew Road in Brading was one of a number of major roadworks projects on the Isle of Wight.25 Feb 202615 Feb 2026Islanders 'frustrated and angry' over roadworks Major continuing roadworks are affecting key routes across the Isle of Wight.15 Feb 20266 Feb 2026Ferry fares may rise under new carbon tax rulesThe Emissions Trading Scheme is to be rolled out to the maritime sector from July. 6 Feb 2026...
