Isle of Wight County Press

Fishmonger bucks trend

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:15:38 GMT

LESS than a year after they gambled a redundancy pay out on a new business, a young couple have celebrated the opening of a new mainland shop.

Growing success of apprentice scheme

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:14:22 GMT

THE SWEET smell of employment success has been enjoyed by a florist and its latest employee.
Top Table Florist and Kirstie Hewison are the first in Newport to benefit from the government’s Apprenticeship Grant for Employers (AGE) scheme.

Radar engineers praised by RAF

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:13:16 GMT

ISLAND engineers behind a radar used in the fight against the Taliban have earned praise from a senior Royal Air Force officer.

Catering exhibition is a hit

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:11:46 GMT

CATERING companies from across the country were on show at Medina Foodservice’s latest catering exhibition.

Hundreds at Island Expo

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:10:49 GMT

HUNDREDS of hoteliers, restaurateurs and caterers flocked to the third Island Expo at Cowes Yacht Haven last week.

Turn on and tune in

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:09:10 GMT

iPhone users can now turn-on and tune-in to IW Radio at the touch of a screen.
The Island-owned station says it is proud to announce the launch of its new iPhone application developed by Gmedia.

Jobs created at holiday centre

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:08:17 GMT

HUNDREDS of people attended an open day for jobs at a refurbished holiday centre and organisers have praised the high calibre of hopefuls.

Marine firm on shortlist

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:07:32 GMT

A PIONEERING small hybrid boat engine, developed by an Island business, has narrowly missed out on a top award.

Boatshed boost

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:05:51 GMT

THE recent move of headquarters for Boatshed Cowes has proved successful.

Free health check

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 14:56:00 GMT

SMALL businesses on the IW now have free access to professional health advice — thanks to a new government helpline.

Matt raises his game – one floor

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:58:38 GMT

GAMING and internet business E-Quest has expanded, thanks to investment and IW Lottery funding.

Veggies get the royal treatment

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:57:29 GMT

AN ISLAND hotel is hoping to become a destination venue for vegetarians, with the launch of a new meat-free menu.

Smart learners scoop awards

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:56:23 GMT

THE sixth anniversary of the Smart Training Annual Awards was marked at Quay Arts, Newport.
High Sheriff Gay Edwards presented accolades in a number of categories, as well as Employer of the Year and Learner of the Year, at a ceremony attended by many industry guests.

In touch with people’s needs

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:55:27 GMT

TECHNOLOGY which could help people around the world has been developed by an Island entreprenuer.

Apprentices building future

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:53:51 GMT

SEASONED actor and TV presenter Tony Robinson has underlined the importance of apprenticeships with the help of two young Islanders.