Fears that someone was trapped aboard a sunken boat lead to the hurried launching of Cowes RNLI lifeboat this morning.
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“Miss Isle” sailor Natasha Lambert presented with her British Empire Medal
Teenage disabled sailor Natasha Lambert has been presented with a British Empire medal, awarded for her fundraising in the community
Round The Island 2015
A 1,584-strong fleet took on the 2015 J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race (RTI) for a day of racing in sparkling conditions.
‘Perfect racing conditions’ for Round The Island 2015
The overwhelming majority of the 1,584-strong fleet finished the 2015 J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race (RTI) after a day of racing in sparkling conditions.
1,584 boats signed up for Round the Island Race
A total of 1,584 boats are signed up to race around Isle of Wight tomorrow for the 84th edition of the Round the Island (RTI) Race.
Seven rescued after yacht sinks in the Solent
Seven people were rescued from the water after their yacht sank following a collision in the Solent.
Cowes Week charity fulfills pledge to get pupils sailing
UKSA, the official charity of Cowes Week, has fulfilled its pledge to give all year six pupils on the Isle of Wight the opportunity to experience sailing.
Miss Isle sailor completes Capital Venture voyage
Inspirational disabled teenager Natasha Lambert has completed her voyage from the Isle of Wight to London using sip-puff technology.
Miss Isle Too on courageous charity challenge
Disabled teenage sailor, Natasha Lambert, is en route to London for her latest daring charity challenge.
Free boating opportunities at On The Water Day
Free boating and sailing activities at On the Water Day event at Cowes Yacht Haven on Friday 29 May from 10am to 4pm, plus a flare amnesty for seafarers
Plans submitted for Isle of Wight tidal energy centre
Plans have been submitted for the world’s first tidal energy demonstration site, proposed for waters off the Isle of Wight.
Yarmouth Harbour Pier appeal
Yarmouth Harbour Commissioners has launched an appeal for funds to help with the upcoming restoration of the pier.
East Cowes marina developer announced
The new Victoria Marina development in East Cowes, Isle of Wight is set to create more than 250 job opportunities