Local Community News

6 members of Freshwater Bay Women’s Institute have received the rare honour of attending a Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace in recognition of their long-standing voluntary work for NHS patients on the Isle of Wight. The group - nicknamed...

Young performers from Theatretrain Isle of Wight are preparing to take to the iconic Royal Albert Hall stage late this year, joining other Theatretrain companies from across the UK for a one-off production titled ‘We’re Gonna Change the World’. Over...

Youngsters at the Federation of Church Schools of Shalfleet, Freshwater and Yarmouth were given a unique insight into life at sea during a visit from Wightlink’s Captain Tom Vincent. Captain Tom, who has worked around the world on vessels including...

Islander Jack Hazlewood has successfully completed his 100km, 100-lap challenge around the canoe lake in Ryde, raising thousands of pounds and awareness for mental health charity, Mind. Jack ran an impressive total of 62.24 miles on Saturday (10th May), completing...

The Big Social Meet will celebrate its 100th milestone this Sunday (18th May) with a free community dog walk at Parkhurst Forest, starting at 14:00. The monthly event, organised by Ry’s, has become a popular fixture for dog owners across...

Island-based creative health charity Independent Arts is inviting residents to share what's on their minds as part of a new public art installation during Mental Health Awareness Week 2025. The charity, which is based on Newport High Street, is collecting...

There was a Seaview Services send off for Edward Higgin at his funeral, thanks to the Isle of Wight Bus and Coach Museum. Edward (Ted) was the son of John Higgin, who owned and operated Seaview Services, the well-known popular...

Islanders will have the chance to join a national protest this weekend as Surfers Against Sewage hosts its annual Paddle Out Protest, with a local event taking place at Appley Beach in Ryde at 11:00 on Saturday (17th May). The...

More than 150 artists across the Isle of Wight are preparing to open their studio doors to the public this week (Friday) as Isle of Wight Open Studios 2025 gets underway. This popular annual event invites residents and visitors alike...

This Father’s Day, Islander Jack Holmes will take on the Arla Great North Swim in memory of his late father - all whilst raising money for Mountbatten Isle of Wight. Jack, an osteopath, will swim across Lake Windermere in the...