Community News

Bobby Scudder, a pupil at Lanesend Primary School, has created a Wellbeing Advent Calendar featuring 24 simple, uplifting activities for families to enjoy together.

The Wight Brand is a video-led marketing campaign designed to showcase the Isle of Wight as a standout place to live, work and play.

On Monday 10 November, the Island officially joined the national Tree Council programme with the creation of a new Isle of Wight Tree Warden network.

Walks start at 10am, last around 2 hours, and are suitable for adults of all ages and abilities.

A total of 35 men joined the meet-up, which organisers say continues to grow not only in numbers but in impact.

The Portsmouth Daisy Bus service, which transports Isle of Wight patients from the Southsea Hover terminal to QA Hospital, is set to move under new management.

Set in the early years of the Second World War, the novel brings to life the story of nurse Peggy, inspired by the real experiences of Cooper’s parents.

Young people across the Isle of Wight are invited to send in their work for the first issue, which will be printed in full colour on A5 pages.

Northwood House played host to a night of celebration yesterday as the Red Funnel Isle of Wight Awards returned for their sixth year.

The free event, taking place on Sunday 30th November from 1pm to 4pm, aims to honour those who have served in the Armed Forces.

Following the huge success of this summer’s Proms ’25, Classic Isle is bringing two nights of world-class live music back to Robin Hill Adventure Park...

Ryde will glow once again this winter as Merry & Bright: Festival of Light returns.

The much-anticipated relaunch takes place on Tuesday 25th November at Strings Bar & Venue in Newport.

The heart of Cowes will be bursting with festive spirit later this month as the town hosts its much-anticipated Christmas Celebration Day on Saturday...

There’s been plenty to celebrate across Isle of Wight care homes this month — from a centenarian’s milestone birthday to touching tributes and even a brewery adventure.

A brand-new skatepark in East Cowes is set to officially open this week, marking a major investment in facilities for local young people and the wider community.

The funding, along with a further £3,200 from philanthropic donors, will support a new project called Forgotten People, Lost Technologies.

It was originally presented to the battalion by the officers and men of the 2nd Battalion before their departure from the Island.

Vectis Radio is calling on local charities, community organisations, and individuals to celebrate their amazing work at the fourth annual Isle of Wight Community Awards.

The Isle of Wight is a nationally important stronghold for our native red squirrels, and ongoing monitoring is vital to ensure their protection.