Local Community News

Hovertravel staff embraced Jolly Jumper Day last week, joining organisations across the Wessex region in sporting their most seasonal and cheerful knitwear in support of people living with cancer across Hampshire, Dorset and the Isle of Wight.

West Wight Sports & Community Centre is delighted to announce that its Eco Refill Scheme has raised £500 in its first six months since moving to the Centre.

The Riverside Centre in Newport was full of festive cheer as Southern Housing hosted its much-loved annual Christmas event last week.

Freshwater residents, businesses and community groups turned out last Friday night for Freshwater's Late Night Christmas shopping evening, despite relentless rain that would have cancelled a lesser event.

Families and friends gathered at the Isle of Wight Crematorium chapel for a moving Lights of Love service, held to remember loved ones at what can be a difficult time of year.

It was a true “Funday” las for Councillor Ian Dore, as the Chair’s office was transformed into a festive gallery thanks to a bumper bag of Christmas card submissions. The response to this year’s competition left him stunned, with colourful...

Priory School of Our Lady of Walsingham’s choir has been exceptionally busy in the run-up to Christmas. After joining schools and churches locally at St James’ on Sunday 7th December for the annual East Cowes Service of Readings and Carols,...

Last Friday’s Merry and Bright - Festival of Light brought creativity, music and colour to Ryde, with dozens of young people showcasing their talents despite heavy rain and gale-force winds.

Bus drivers across the Isle of Wight are once again getting into the festive spirit - by sporting Christmas jumpers this December in aid of charity.

Over 200 Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers from across the Island enjoyed a festive trip to the Commodore Cinema, Ryde at the weekend.