Local Community News

Nearly 140 people enjoyed a day on the water as the Royal Victoria Yacht Club hosted its annual Open Day for People with Disabilities.

The gruelling 70-mile challenge around the Isle of Wight will be completed in one 24-hour period.

Residents from a Totland care home enjoyed looking around the former royal residence and its picturesque grounds.

Dedicated wildlife volunteers Bob and Jacquie Wilson BEM have been recognised for their long-standing commitment to protecting the Isle of Wight's native red squirrels.

Ryde Model Yacht Club has presented £722.82 to Mountbatten Isle of Wight following its annual Charity Model Yacht Race, held at Ryde Canoe Lake last month. 

It was back to the shopfloor for Isle of Wight Foundation chairman Eddie Fellows when he recently visited Care In The Garden.

A boat fire off the Hampshire coast delayed Ryde Beach Lifeguards' annual Cross Solent Swim on Saturday, with participants later battling strong tidal currents to complete the challenge.

PHOTOS: Competitors completed the 1.8-mile challenge in favourable conditions.

Red Funnel recently welcomed 20 guests aboard Red Jet 7 for a very special 90-minute Solent cruise, made possible through a charity auction in support of Mountbatten Isle of Wight.

Schools and community groups from across the Isle of Wight have been announced as checkpoint hosts for this year's Isle of Wight Randonnee.