Isle of Wight County Press

Back to Schoolhouse

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 12:43:35 GMT

THE sometimes difficult lesson of how to dine out with young children can be learnt at a new Cowes eatery.
Not a playzone with food facilities bolted on, but a pub-restaurant that actually provides entertainment for the kids, is what is promised by the team behind The School House at Cross Street.

James straight to the point

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 12:42:40 GMT

A TATTOOIST hopes to make his mark after returning to his roots to open a parlour.
Islander James Fleming, 31, has recently opened Flemink, in High Street, Ryde, after five years working in America as a snowboard instructor, as well as part-time tattooist.

Catering firm expands

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 12:40:48 GMT

ISLAND catering supplier Medina Foodservice, Newport, has expanded its business by taking over a fruit and vegetable wholesaler.

Tourist energy deal

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 12:39:33 GMT

A NEW energy-saving scheme, exclusive to the Island’s leisure and hotel industries, was among highlights at an IW Chamber of Commerce, Tourism and Industry open day.

Network session

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 12:37:24 GMT

A FREE networking session for Island businesses is to be held at Yelf’s Hotel, Ryde, on February 16.

Maire cracks the code for Island

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 12:36:32 GMT

AN ISLAND therapist, who specialises in neuro linguistic programming (NLP), has qualified as a certified trainer.

Island websites in competition finals

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 12:34:57 GMT

ISLAND websites have reached the final stages of a prestigious competition.

Forecourt re-opens

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 12:31:00 GMT

OSBORNE Garage, East Cowes, has re-opened its forecourt and convenience store, creating four full-time jobs.

Holiday guides already prove popular

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 12:30:38 GMT

MORE than 5,000 copies of the IW Chamber of Commerce, Tourism and Industry’s official 2010 IW Accommodation Guide have already been requested.

Island farming a growing concern

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 07:33:00 GMT

AN ISLAND survey has shown almost half of farmers and growers who responded intend to expand their businesses.

Success on the menu

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 07:31:00 GMT

THE new owners of a favourite Island restaurant plan to impress diners with a foolproof combination of good food and a friendly atmosphere.

Dual benefit for solar-powered IW homes

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 07:29:00 GMT

A D SMITH Plumbing & Heating, of Newport, is bringing solar power into island homes.

Fudge the issue for nurse Tania

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 07:28:00 GMT

A SHALFLEET nurse with a flavour for fudge has come up with the right recipe for her own business.

Chris canvasses success

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 07:26:00 GMT

A NEW business turning snaps into hand-painted works of art has been established by an Island photographer working with artists thousands of miles away.

IW store salutes royal warrant honour

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 07:21:00 GMT

OUTDOOR clothing brand Musto, which has its flagship store at Cowes, has been granted the royal warrant from the Queen and Duke of Edinburgh.