Local Community News

A couple from the Isle of Wight will set off on a kayaking adventure around the Island’s coastline on Friday (25th April), raising funds for Retina UK in support of those living with sight loss, including one of the paddlers...

Residents at Orchard House Care Home enjoyed a series of delightful activities to celebrate the Easter season, making it a truly memorable time for everyone. In preparation for the holiday, staff stocked up on an array of delicious chocolates, ensuring...

A team from the Wildheart Animal Sanctuary is preparing to take on the Isle of Wight Ultra Challenge on Saturday 3rd May, walking 106km around the coast in a bid to raise vital funds for 2 brown bears in need...

Sarah Tyrell has been recognised for her outstanding voluntary work in Shalfleet, receiving the 2025 Community Award from Shalfleet Parish Council. The award was presented by Chair Steve Cowley, in recognition of Sarah’s dedication as the parish Tree Warden. Sarah...

Local fundraiser Jamie Hindson has continued his pledge to support Isle of Wight charities with monthly donations by giving £100 to Daisy Chains children’s charity this April. The 34-year-old from the Isle of Wight attended an Easter event hosted by...

An increased number of families attended the Children’s Stations of the Cross service on Good Friday (18th April) at St Mary’s Church in Ryde, where young worshippers were led through a reflective journey of prayer and meditation. Accompanied by their...

“Come with me, and you’ll be in a world of pure imagination” is the opening line to the most iconic song from the film/show and director Sarah Scotcher truly did that. Her vision and directorial experience truly brought this show...

Lord Lieutenant Susie Shelden visited the Wight Aviation Museum recently to launch the 2025 season and to find out more about the rich and diverse heritage of aviation and aerospace on the Isle of Wight. She was given a guided...

If baking takes your fancy, Wessex Cancer Support would love you to host a Cakes4Cancer event this May to raise money to support local people affected by cancer. Rolling out across Hampshire, Dorset and the Isle of Wight between 5th...

With just weeks left to sign up to Walk the Wight 2025, Mountbatten Isle of Wight wants your help to create a garden of sunflowers to celebrate the iconic event’s 35th anniversary, on Sunday 11th May. Draw, paint, knit, crochet,...