There is a whole host of events planned this week at libraries across the Isle of Wight in celebration of National Libraries Week. Libraries Week is a week-long celebration of the nation’s much-loved libraries, this year highlighting the different ways...

In a letter to the Isle of Wight's 3 cross-Solent ferry operators, MP Bob Seely has asked them to reassure Islanders about their preparations for winter. The MP has sought reassurance from the companies that preparations are being undertaken by...

Getting enough volunteers to help with the charity’s work has always been on-going, but Ability Dogs 4 Young People is declaring a ‘mini-crisis’. This year, for some reason, it has been harder than usual, and the charity is now very...

Bingo has always been a favorite pastime of many generations; however, some have noticed that this popularity diminished in the 2000s. However, many are now noticing a bingo resurgence that is being fueled by younger gamers who are picking up...

Age UK Isle of Wight (Age UKIW) has welcomed 3 new Trustees to their Board of Trustees. The trio of Alan Thorne, Lorraine Buckman and Robert Robertson bring decades of experience and expertise in health care regulation, quality management, HR...

In advance of the Isle of Wight Literary Festival, Bob Seely has called on Islanders to support local bookshops. The Island's MP has said that the ongoing success of the festival shows interest in literature and reading is as strong...

Step into Christmas by taking on the UK’s first-ever Frosty 5k, hosted by Wessex Cancer Trust Isle of Wight. From a snow-covered start line, to a sea of waving snowmen and a giant igloo of icicles, this fun winter run...

Residents at the Merrydale Residential Care Home in Ryde have been experiencing bygone days thanks to HUSH, the Silent Disco Company. The residents, many of which suffer from age-related illnesses, recently switched daytime TV for a set of flashing Silent...

Isle of Wight residents are being asked their views on the independent advocacy provision offered through the local authority. An independent advocate supports someone to understand and be involved in the assessment of their needs and planning of their care....

Wightlink Wight Mountain Cycle Race Team rider James Veal ended his season with a Top 5 position in the Portmore Classic road race on Saturday (5th October). The course was a rolling 16km loop covered 6 times on what is...