Local Community News

Community champion Jamie Hindson continued his support of numerous Isle of Wight charities and organisations by donating £240 to the St Mary's Hospital Children's Ward last month.

A James Bond themed ball hosted by Ryde Round Table at the tail end of 2025 raised a massive £16,000 for 2 charities.

RSPCA Isle of Wight has received a welcome financial boost, allowing the animal charity to install a charging point for its electric van - thanks to a donation from Southern Vectis. 

More than £9,000 was raised throughout 2025 for the Isle of Wight Association for Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus, thanks to a year of dedicated fundraising efforts.

Staff and patients at St Mary’s Hospital were left stunned on New Year’s Eve when Queen Victoria and her son, King Edward VII, made a surprise visit to the Newport site. The royal appearance brought unexpected cheer, with many catching...

Islander Jamie Hindson has donated to 2 local charities this month - Ability Dogs 4 Young People and Isle of Wight Cats Protection - as part of his ongoing monthly giving initiative.

As the Isle of Wight counts down to 2026, Red Funnel is celebrating the exceptional achievements of local talents supported through its Proud to Support initiative.

Medina Marching Band will kick off its 50th anniversary year with a prestigious appearance in the world-famous London New Year’s Day Parade tomorrow (Thursday).

Crafty youngsters have won prizes after designing eye-catching reflective school bags in a creative initiative from the Isle of Wight Council that promotes road safety within primary schools.

Orchard House Care Home in Newport recently welcomed 3 representatives from the Royal Marines Association, who visited to present a special Christmas gift to resident and veteran Andy.