Local Community News

The Island’s RSPCA branch will be maintaining its vital animal welfare services during lockdown. There will be some changes in the way the business at the branch’s animal rescue centre is conducted but the message from the RSPCA is clear...

12-year-old Beau Bowden has raised almost £1,000 for the Isle of Wight Foodbank by completing a 100-mile cycle ride over the October half-term. Beau was inspired by a program on TV about those unable to afford to buy food in...

As with the previous lockdown, support is available for those who need assistance with shopping, prescriptions and other issues through Aspire Ryde. The helpline will be available from 10 am – 4 pm Monday to Friday and will also work...

Carers who are unable to visit those currently at St Mary's Hospital are being given an opportunity to send a message or card, thanks to Carers IW. Carers IW operates 2 lounges at the Newport hospital to provide unpaid carers...

Mountbatten charity shops have once again been forced to close following the second national lockdown.  Mountbatten, the Island's Hospice, rely on the generosity of your donations to keep their Mountbatten charity shops well-stocked with quality second-hand items. All the proceeds...

Local Arts Charity Independent Arts has moved its Singing for Breathing group online in wake of the COVID-19 crisis. The group, designed for people with chronic respiratory conditions and can be helpful in recovering from the long term effects of...

The Royal Hotel in Ventnor has donated £1,581 to the Isle of Wight NHS Trust. Following its reopening on 14th July, the hotel committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of the local NHS Staff through the work of the...

The new Our Island political movement has helped to launch a local 'Living Streets' group on the Isle of Wight. Our Island says they are committed to supporting the local High Streets and creating town centre experiences which prioritise people...

3 people in Bembridge are celebrating today after winning £1,000 each thanks to their lucky postcode. The Steyne Road neighbours netted the windfall when PO35 5UL was announced as a Daily Prize winner with People’s Postcode Lottery on Tuesday 3rd...

The streets in the village of St Helens were awash with pumpkins as the village held a Pumpkin Carving Event on Saturday (Halloween). Residents were invited to participate in an alternative trick or treat event by carving a pumpkin to...