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Snap Fitness Isle of Wight has once again been recognised among the country's leading fitness facilities, securing finalist places in both the Community Involvement and Gym of the South categories.

More than 120 dancers and supporters packed the Riverside Centre in Newport on Friday (6th November) to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Samphire, an Isle of Wight contemporary dance group for older adults.

The programme showcased the orchestra's versatility, moving between the grandeur of Elgar, the intensity of Britten and the colourful orchestration of Glazunov.

Debbie Berry and Toby Payne have claimed victory in the June Hyett trophies competition, which made a welcome return on Thursday 29th October after several years away.

The theatre group is preparing to bring the much-loved tale of Jack and the Beanstalk to the stage at Shanklin Theatre this December, with 2 evening performances planned.

Hundreds of people gathered in Newport on Sunday (8th November) as veterans, serving personnel, cadets and families came together for the Isle of Wight's County Remembrance Service and Parade.

BREAKING: A 30-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of an offence under the Explosives Act.

This Remembrance Day, we uncover the story of 3 Newport brothers pictured together in 1914, who would sadly all go on to be killed at Gallipoli.

A cat starts leaving food in its bowl, or a dog seems a little more tired each week. Sometimes a health problem improves after treatment but then returns. Changes like these can be worrying, especially when there is no obvious ...

Southern Vectis has taken delivery of a new all-electric Ford E-Transit Custom, replacing a diesel van as the Isle of Wight bus operator continues its move towards lower-emission vehicles.