Local Community News

To mark its 50th anniversary, Anglian Home Improvements has announced a nationwide community appeal in a bid to find 50 worthy local causes to support across the UK, including here on the Isle of Wight. The home improvements company has pledged...

Newport Parish Council has unveiled a small stone memorial on Simeon Green to commemorate all those who served and gave their lives during the Great War. The project was developed by Cllrs Whiteman, Martin and Hobart following the successful dedication...

A student from Wootton Bridge has won a national radio script writing competition. Ricky Santos, 29, was 1 of 5 finalists in Creating Waves 2016, a competition to write a radio ad on the subject of National Accident Helpline's Accident Awareness...

A large amount of overgrown foliage and weeds from Shanklin Community Library have been removed as part of Amey’s community involvement scheme. Shanklin Town Council approached Amey asking for help removing the unwanted foliage which had taken over the building’s...

The creation of new homes on the Isle of Wight is proving a real boost for budding construction workers involved in a wide range of trades and site management at the new Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes developments. The...

Cowes Harbour Commission has announced the introduction of an exciting new Port Operative Apprenticeship scheme to commence in autumn 2016 at Shepards Wharf Marina in Cowes. The apprenticeship offers an excellent opportunity for young people with enthusiasm for working in a marine environment...

Tesco customers are being invited to help community groups and good causes on the Isle of Wight bag a share of a £12.5million carrier bag charge fund. The supermarket has teamed up with Groundwork on its Bags of Help initiative,...

NatWest – in partnership with the National Careers Service Inspiration Agenda - will be touring 8 schools on the Isle of Wight in a bid to help find and develop the successful business leaders of the future. The NatWest Mobile...

Islanders are being invited to recognise the achievements of local older people and celebrate their contribution to Island life, by nominating them for a Celebrating Age Award. Sponsored by Wright Estate Agency and hosted by Age UK Isle of Wight...

VIDEO: Businesses on the Isle of Wight are being asked to help raise funds for the NSPCC’s Childline service. The charity’s 30 for 30 initiative calls for 30 companies across the Isle of Wight to raise £2,000 each so the...