Southern Housing has been delivering engaging workshops as part of a project to boost residents' health and digital skills across the Isle of Wight. The workshops, supported by funding from the Isle of Wight Council’s Household Support Fund, has helped...

Cyclists of all ages and abilities are being invited to join the first-ever Red Squirrel Ride on Saturday 20th September, offering a unique opportunity to explore the Isle of Wight’s scenic off-road trails while raising funds for local animals in...

Island residents are being reminded of the remaining opportunities to make their views known about the future of the Cowes to East Cowes floating bridge. Earlier this month, the council launched a consultation on three possible options for the future...

A man arrested after attempting to break into several properties - including a church - in Brighstone earlier this year will appear before Magistrates later this month. Joseph James Irving, 34, of Arthurs Hill in Shanklin, has been charged with...

The final event of the Isle of Wight’s 'Chance to Shine Cricket Skills Festival' saw more than 100 children take part in a day of fun, teamwork and cricket at Newclose County Cricket Ground. Young players from across the Island came together for a packed schedule of cricket-based activities...

Age UK Isle of Wight hit a record figure for this year’s Big Knit campaign, with thanks to knitters across the Island. The Big Knit in collaboration with Innocent Drinks encourages knitters to make little hats that will be worn...

Endurance athlete Matthew Dawson is preparing to take on a world-first solo challenge this Summer in a bold effort to raise funds for Access Sport, a national sport inclusion charity, of which he is a Trustee. On 23rd August, Matthew...

A team of colleagues from Utilita's Southampton-based Headquarters travelled to the Isle of Wight to volunteer at The Pyle Street Pantry, building on the regular charity support delivered by Newport’s Energy Hub. Utilita, the UK’s leading Smart PAYG energy supplier,...

Carisbrooke CE Primary School has been revealed as the top fundraiser and trophy winner of the Schools Walk, following Mountbatten Isle of Wight's Walk the Wight 2025. The children found out they had won in a special assembly and the...

After weeks of warm weather, dry ground and the recent hosepipe ban, Green Party Councillor Claire Critchison is proposing to bar disposable barbeques on Isle of Wight Council land, parks and public areas, including beaches.  This week, the Isle of...