Local Community News

Isle of Wight drummer Rufus Reader has released his debut EP, Stepping Out, while studying jazz at university in Birmingham.

A leading Isle of Wight business has donated hundreds of Easter eggs to support families in need, helping to bring some seasonal cheer ahead of Easter.

The Trouville Hotel in Sandown was transformed into a scene of Regency splendour last weekend as dancers and enthusiasts from across the Isle of Wight and beyond gathered for the annual ‘Seaside Ball’.

Residents from Old Charlton House in Cowes have been left in awe after visiting a vibrant exhibition of carnival costumes at Quay Arts in Newport.

A 10-year-old girl is growing her hair ready for donation in support of the Little Princess Trust.

Village halls across the Isle of Wight are opening their doors as part of a national week celebrating rural community life this week.

Residents and businesses from across the Isle of Wight have experienced a 2-day heart health awareness drive from cardiac charity Heartbeat. During the 2 days, a grand total of £1,064.80 was raised for Heartbeat as they hosted a ‘Healthy Heart’...

A community app aimed at tackling dog fouling across the Isle of Wight has attracted more than 130 users in just a matter of weeks

Earlier this week the world's favourite hovercraft operator, Hovertravel, celebrated Disabled Access Day.

A pair of Isle of Wight historians are beginning a new chapter in sharing the remarkable history of the Needles Batteries, as their popular guided tours move forward under the island-based heritage organisation Restore The Story CIC.