Community News

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

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

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

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

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

Rufus Pickles

Sep 3

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

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

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

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

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

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