Trains on the Newport to Sandown railway made their final runs on Monday (6th February 1956), bringing to an end a significant chapter in Isle of Wight railway history.

Ryde A closed the gap on Isle of Wight Table Tennis Division 1 leaders Ryde C after a dominant whitewash against their opponents, while Ryde Revellers endured another difficult night.

Youth teams from Vectis RFC were in action on the mainland over a waterlogged weekend that highlighted the club’s rapid growth, resilience and expanding player base.

Northwood Originals were crowned Isle of Wight Cricket Board U12 Indoor League champions for the first time after a commanding Finals Night performance last Friday.

Island writers are invited to come together in Cowes next week for a sociable evening celebrating local literary talent and showcasing opportunities across the Isle of Wight and beyond.

The Isle of Wight Masters Open Swim Meet returns for its 25th year this weekend, attracting competitors from across the mainland and as far afield as Germany.

Wightlink CRT rider Ewan Cook impressed on his Elite debut by finishing second at Round 3 of the Brass Monkeys 2-hour MTB race at Porridgepot on Sunday 1st February.

Sunday morning saw calm conditions on the River Medina for the first winter time trial of 2026, with 39 crews from across the Island taking to the water.

Southampton Legends are set to return to the Isle of Wight to face an Island Legends squad in a charity football spectacular, jointly hosted by Newport I.W. and Cowes Sports FC.

Jemima Luke, hymn writer and Isle of Wight resident, died at 8.30pm on 2nd February 1906 at her home in Cypress Road, Newport.