Local Community News

Isle of Wight-based comedian Bernie Quinlan has made it through to the final of the Hampshire Comedian of the Year 2025 competition, following a standout performance in the semi-finals. Bernie competed against 8 other comedians, including fellow Islander Toby Collard,...

Islanders looking to boost their skills or explore new hobbies this autumn are being invited to take part in a fresh programme of workshops and courses from Adult Community Learning. The programme, aimed at adults aged 19 and over, includes...

Freshwater Parish Council Chair, Frances Turan, has personally donated £500 to support the Freshwater Skatepark and Pump Track project, giving a boost to the long-awaited community initiative. The donation helps push the project closer to its fundraising target, with over...

The 10th anniversary of the popular Dash and Splash event saw 100 participants take on the 5K challenge from Shanklin Rowing Club to Yaverland on Saturday (23rd August), raising more than £1,400 for Aspire Ryde. Despite blustery conditions, runners enjoyed...

Green Isle of Wight CIC has secured £18,000 from the Department for Work and Pensions’ Household Support Fund to help Island residents keep warm and cut energy costs over the winter months. The fund, which is managed locally by the...

It’s the last chance to share the love for your favourite Isle of Wight businesses, ahead of Red Funnel’s annual Isle of Wight Awards, which celebrate the rich diversity of local businesses across the Island. The highly anticipated annual event...

Residents at Old Charlton House in Cowes marked National Dog Day with a series of special visits from dogs across the Isle of Wight. The event was organised by activities coordinator, Debbie Webb, who put out a call on Facebook...

The Newchurch Male Voice Choir and the Sea Gels Shanty Band came together for a well-attended concert at the Isle of Wight Bus & Coach Museum in Ryde on Sunday (24th August), entertaining a packed audience with a lively and...

Jamie Hindson has continued his pledge of monthly giving with a £100 donation in August to Men Only IW in Ryde. The 34-year-old met with Jaime and Karl Hart at the charity’s High Street centre, where he was introduced to...

Residents at Orchard House Care Home in Newport recently marked National Relaxation Day with a truly memorable afternoon of calm, connection, and wellbeing. The celebrations began with a classic favourite, fish and chips for lunch, before residents gathered for a...