Vectis RFC have returned to action after a winter of frozen pitches, with youth sides battling through mud and rain as competitive rugby resumes across the Island.

120 years ago today, on 12th January 1906, the General Election campaign descended into violent disorder in rural Isle of Wight.

Ahead of their local friendly at Watcombe Bottom on Saturday, Ventnor Rugby Club paused to remember much-loved player Tristan 'Beast' Price.

Ventnor delivered a composed performance at Watcombe Bottom on Saturday (10th January) to secure a valuable Harwoods Division 1 victory under caretaker manager Mark Mulholland.

For nearly 50 years, Forelands Middle School in Bembridge stood high above the sea, shaping generations of Isle of Wight children – a seaside school remembered with real warmth and affection.

Cowes Sports took all 3 points from Bournemouth Poppies with a dominant away performance this afternoon (10th January).

The Isle of Wight will host one of its largest UK chess events this February when the Isle of Wight Chess Tournament takes place in Ryde during half term.

Cowes Sports and Newport Isle of Wight are set to play their first games of 2026 today (Saturday), weather permitting.

A newly expanded edition of 'Ryde Waterworks, Knighton Memories' has been released, offering a deeper, richly illustrated account of one of Ryde’s most significant heritage sites.

A new online platform has been launched to help residents, visitors and history enthusiasts explore more than 1,300 heritage locations across the Isle of Wight.