Local Community News

MotoxIOW are launching a new programme for children on the Isle of Wight who are in the foster care system or come from underprivileged backgrounds. They plan to offer free practice track tickets for eligible children and will have bikes...

A survey by OnePoll has shown that support for British food and farming has reached a record high as a result of farmers’ efforts to keep the nation fed throughout the coronavirus pandemic. The Farmer Favourability Survey reveals that 75%...

A Carisbrooke woman, who got a job at her local store to save the family home, has described this latest year as one of the most memorable. Mel Lacey celebrated her 30-year work anniversary at The Co-operative Food in Carisbrooke...

Ron Bowler has been appointed as the new president of Vectis Sunrise Rotary Club. A virtual handover took place recently with Paul Wheeler, who has held the role for the last 12 months, passing the baton over to Ron. Whilst...

A brood of ducklings who were rescued after being trapped down a drain at the side of a busy road are now being given the care they need at the RSPCA’s animal rescue centre at Godshill. Island Roads teamed up...

A woman from Kent who lost her wedding ring whilst on a trip to the Isle of Wight has been reunited with the piece of jewellery thanks to members of a local lost and found group. Nishu Dhakal, from Dartford,...

David Randini’s popular seafront entertainment at East Cowes and Appley will not take place this summer, it has been announced. After consultation with the Isle of Wight Council, it is felt that due to the popularity of the shows it...

Ryde Academy is leading the way when it comes to keeping students learning and developing throughout the COVID-lockdown. Each week, more than 40 Year 10 students have been benefiting from personalised 1:1 tuition in their core subjects alongside wider support...

This week the children’s ward at St Mary's Hospital celebrated reaching their target of £4,800 for Phoebe’s Light. The Accuview vein finder, nicknamed Phoebe’s Light after a very special girl in the children’s ward care, helps medics see difficult to...

Landowners are being urged to tackle the growing problem of Himalayan Balsam before it takes seed and threatens more of the Island’s waterways. The appeal comes from Natural Enterprise who are currently in the frontline of the annual battle to...