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Snap Fitness Isle Of Wight Shortlisted For National Awards
Snap Fitness Isle of Wight is celebrating after being shortlisted for two categories at this year’s National Fitness Awards — the UK’s biggest celebration of gyms and fitness facilities.

Dominic Kureen
Sep 11, 2025


Toilet-Gate: Cowes Enterprise College Policy Sparks Backlash From Parents
Parents say the policies are leaving children distressed, hungry, and in some cases too anxious to attend.

Dominic Kureen
Sep 8, 2025


Islanders Urged To ‘Go Yellow’ In Support Of Mountbatten
Mountbatten Isle of Wight is calling on Islanders to take part in this year’s Go Yellow campaign to raise funds for its 24/7 end-of-life care services.

Dominic Kureen
Sep 8, 2025


Isle Of Wight Autumn Walking Festival Adds New Walks For October
History, nature, and fresh air all await at this year’s Isle of Wight Autumn Walking Festival.

Dominic Kureen
Sep 6, 2025


Rage Release: Smashing Stress And Supporting Wellbeing In Cowes
If you’ve ever wished you could just smash something to let off steam – there’s a place on the Isle of Wight where you can do exactly...

Dominic Kureen
Sep 6, 2025


Four 'Affordable' Rental Flats For Veterans To Be Built On Vacant Newport Land
Four 'Affordable' Rental Flats For Veterans To Be Built On Vacant Newport Land

Rufus Pickles
Sep 3, 2025


Cowes RNLI Seeks New Volunteers
Cowes RNLI is looking for new volunteers to join its crew and help save lives at sea.

Dominic Kureen
Sep 3, 2025


Carnival Spirit Lights Up Vecta House Care Home
Vecta House Care Home in Newport was transformed into a tropical paradise on Sunday as residents, families and staff enjoyed a vibrant...

Dominic Kureen
Sep 2, 2025


Events Guide: September (Part One)
With the summer officially in the rear view mirror, now is the time for Autumn to come into focus. Here's a few Island events to keep...

Dominic Kureen
Sep 2, 2025


Isle Of Wight WASPI Campaigners Mark Ten Years Of Fighting For Justice
Members of Solent & Isle of Wight WASPI gathered in Ryde on 29 August to mark 10 years of campaigning for thousands of 1950s-born women...

Dominic Kureen
Sep 1, 2025


Teams Set To Make Splash At Charity Dragon Boat Race
Island businesses will be making a splash for Wessex Cancer Support next weekend by taking part in the charity’s first Dragon Boat Race....

Dominic Kureen
Aug 22, 2025


Red Funnel Helps Island Talent Shine On National Stage
From dance competitions in Spain to festival stages across the UK, Isle of Wight performers are making their mark in 2025 – supported by Red Funnel’s Island Ambassadors initiative.

Dominic Kureen
Aug 22, 2025


Star-Studded Line-Up Announced For Isle Of Wight Literary Festival
Tickets go on sale at 9am this Friday (August 22) for this year’s Isle of Wight Literary Festival – with a host of big names confirmed....

Dominic Kureen
Aug 21, 2025


StoneCrabs Theatre Reflects on ‘Force of Nature’ Project
StoneCrabs Theatre has wrapped up its Force of Nature project, delivered with support from Isle of Wight National Landscape as part of...

Dominic Kureen
Aug 21, 2025


Ticket to Ryde Returns To Ryde Seafront For August Bank Holiday Weekend
The popular Ticket to Ryde mini-festival is set to return this weekend, Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 August , coinciding with the annual...

Dominic Kureen
Aug 20, 2025


WightFibre Landmark Customer Noemi Receives Brand New Laptop And Mobile Phone
WightFibre, the Island’s rapidly growing broadband provider, has celebrated a major milestone by connecting its 25,000th customer . The...

Dominic Kureen
Aug 20, 2025


Rugby Returns to Watcombe This Friday As Ventnor Host Hurricanes
Ventnor Rugby Club will welcome the Sandown & Shanklin Hurricanes to Watcombe on Friday evening (22 August) for a pre-season friendly....

Dominic Kureen
Aug 20, 2025


Isle Of Wight Line Dancing Group Launches Fundraiser For Permanent Newport Venue
A popular Isle of Wight line dancing group is appealing for support as it looks to secure a permanent home in Newport. The Long Island...

Dominic Kureen
Aug 20, 2025


Victorious Festival 2025: Full Set Times for Common, Castle And Seaside Stages
Music, comedy, and seaside fun return to Southsea this August Bank Holiday weekend (22–24 August 2025) as the Victorious Festival takes...

Dominic Kureen
Aug 20, 2025


Isle Of Wight Artist Turns Personal Pain Into Powerful Artwork
An Isle of Wight artist is transforming her struggles with chronic illness into thought-provoking pieces of art – turning pain into...

Dominic Kureen
Aug 20, 2025
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