Local Community News

The 10-strong team of Island Tesco colleagues, will cycle from Ryde to Freshwater.

Sandown Town Council has extended its congratulations to Sandown Bowling Club as it marks its remarkable 100-year centenary.

The spirit and sound of Jimi Hendrix will return to the Isle of Wight with the opening of Experience Hendrix – Isle of Wight Festival 1970 at Dimbola Museum and Galleries, a new exhibition sponsored by Solo Music Agency.

Age UK Isle of Wight recently welcomed Richard Quigley MP to hear more about the charity’s befriending work, and the difference local volunteers make to older people across the Island. 

Students at Forest Edge School in Sandown are preparing to launch a half-term fundraising initiative, with handmade products going on sale across the Isle of Wight to raise money for Mountbatten Hospice.

Residents at Inglefield Nursing & Residential Home in Totland enjoyed a heart-warming visit by 2 gentle donkeys this week to celebrate World Donkey Day.

Island Roads staff have supported the Wight Brainy Bunch throughout the year as their 2025/26 chosen charity, ending with a cheque for £688.

The Duchess of Gloucester recently visited Isle of Wight charity Ability Dogs 4 Young People during a special visit to the organisation’s Training Centre at Sandown Airport.

A Medina College teacher has raised more than £5,500 for the Huntington’s Disease Association after completing an extraordinary 100-mile endurance challenge around the school grounds.

A brand new Isle of Wight colouring book featuring some of the Island’s best-loved landmarks has officially launched in support of Isle of Wight Defibrillators.