The owners of 3 independent shops in Ryde recently joined forces to raise money for the Wildheart Animal Sanctuary, completing a 'bear' foot walk as part of a campaign to raise funds for Benji and Balu, 2 brown bears from...

Cowes Enterprise College has successfully achieved the School Games GOLD Mark Award for the third consecutive year in a row.  The prestigious School Games Mark is a Government-led award scheme, facilitated by the Youth Sport Trust, to celebrate schools’ their...

Vanuatu, a South Pacific island nation, offers a unique blend of tropical paradise and cultural richness for expats seeking a new home. With its pristine beaches, lush rainforests, and friendly locals, this archipelago presents an alluring escape from the hustle...

Cross-Solent ferry operator Red Funnel has opened applications for its 2025 Island Ambassador and Supported Teams Initiative, dedicated to supporting the aspirations and talents of individuals and teams living on the Isle of Wight. Island residents have until midday on...

Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service is asking residents for their views on how the service should adapt and innovate to continue to meet the communities needs over the next 5 years. Over the next 10 weeks,...

The winning numbers in this week’s Isle of Wight Lottery draw (11th October 2024) are… Amount (£) Number £1,000.00 10627 £100.00 17740 £100.00 14395 £100.00 15631 £100.00 321 £100.00 5999 £100.00 13280 £100.00 15898 £100.00 6864 £100.00 17970 £100.00 14801

18-year-old Owen Chambers is to appear in Crown Court accused of seriously injuring a 9-year-old boy in a roa traffic collision on the outskirts of Whitwell earlier this year. It was on 25th February, at just gone 16:40, that emergency...

The months of October and November are traditionally the time of ghosts and ghouls, witches and wizards. This year, the Isle of Wight Steam Railway is pulling out all the stops to prepare a spooktacular welcome to families at its...

As part of the Isle of Wight Council’s special educational needs (SEN) expansion programme, therapeutic spaces to support students and regulate their learning experiences effectively and independently have been created at St Georges Studio and Greenmount Primary. Working with Teaching...

Ryde Timebank's first-ever coffee morning, held last Friday, has been hailed a resounding success! Members had the chance to discuss recent offers and exchanges within the Timebank, sparking lively conversations about how to continue supporting one another through the timebanking...