Local Community News

Police are today appealing for information after around £2000 in cash and a number of items of jewellery were stolen during a burglary in Sandown. Two suspects are believed to have forced entry through a garage door before helping themselves...

A revolutionary new approach which aims to significantly improve the management of back problems and self help for patients suffering with back pain is being supported by the Isle of Wight NHS Trust. In a bid to enhance services and...

Police are today appealing for information after around 100 roof ridge tiles were stolen from a house in Ryde. The distinctive tiles, worth up to £6 each, were taken from a property in Quarr Road between the early evening of...

Around 11,000 people are being reminded by HMRC to renew their tax credit entitlement as soon as possible before the looming deadline of 31st July.  Renewal packs have already been dispatched by the HM Revenue and Customs tax credit department...

As the Bank Holiday weekend approaches, the Island’s Emergency Department and Out of Hours Services are urging Islanders to make sure they have a sufficient supply of their regular medication to see them through the 3 day weekend and if the...

Ryde Inshore Rescue, the busiest independent lifeboat station on the Island, are asking residents to vote for the charity in a nationwide competition from Direct Debit. Ryde Rescue have made it through to the top 100 charities in this month's 'Big Break' competition from...

West Wight Sports Centre Trust, the charity that runs West Wight Sports Centre, is providing an opportunity for people to gain essential skills to allow them to gain employment as a lifeguard. The Centre has to provide training courses for...

Islander Fiona Thorpe took part in the Brighton Marathon to raise money for the Isle of Wight Air Ambulance and the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust, raising £800 so far. Fiona, who lives in Yarmouth, has run the Brighton Marathon once before...

Each year in August during the eight day period of Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week, the population of Cowes more than doubles. As a result, accommodation in the town is in high demand with many choosing to stay in B&B’s...

Thirty-two Year Six children from St. Francis Primary School in Ventnor had a fantastic day at Sainsbury's packing bags for customers on Friday before last (19th April). They raised a massive £465.21 towards equipment for the playground at their new...