East Cowes Victoria took a point against Totton & Eling with a goal deep in 2nd half injury time - their 3rd successive draw. The Millers appeared the stronger side in the first half ,although Vics had their opportunities to...

The Daily Express reported a likely boom in domestic UK tourism on 25th March 1985, including a possible million tourists crossing the Solent to holiday on the Isle of Wight. The newspaper proclaimed: "The British have rediscovered the delights of...

Frances and Derek Thompson from Ryde are to celebrate their 70th (Platinum) Wedding Anniversary next week (Wednesday 2nd April). Their 65th wedding anniversary 5 years ago was a very quiet affair as celebrations had been cancelled due to the first...

The National Junior Indoor Rowing Championships (NJIRC) - the biggest indoor rowing competition in the country - went virtual this year, breaking all records with over 2,500 entries. Shanklin-Sandown Rowing Club became an official hub for this top junior event,...

Ventnor were beaten by Division 3 leaders Andover in a friendly fixture. On the Thursday evening before the match, Ventnor could only muster 13 players, so took the option of offering Andover a friendly match. Within the current Hampshire RFU...

Isle of Wight Radio’s 2025 Best in Business Awards took place on Friday (21st March), with more than 40 local enterprises and talented individuals recognised on the night. Hosted by Breakfast Show host Paul Topping and the elegant Emily Wells,...

Only 2 matches were played in Division 1 this week, with the top 2 teams meeting in a match of high quality table tennis which ended honours even. Ryde C’s Paul Rainford extended his run of 9 matches unbeaten, despite...

Versatile sportsman Craig Brown has qualified for the UK Pool Open in Telford. In addition to playing pool, Craig - brother of darts player Keegan - is an accomplished darts and snooker player. Craig last hit the news in February...

Ryde Rowing Club has announced that Wightlink has extended its sponsorship of the club for another year, with the new agreement running through to December 2025. Wightlink’s continued support via its Wightlink in the Community initiative provides essential assistance for...

Haylands Primary School Under 11s have made it through to the final of the ESFA Pokemon Primary School Cup - and will represent the South of England in the national competition. The team travelled up to Keynsham, Bristol on Saturday...