Community News

Bus drivers across the Isle of Wight will be proudly displaying poppies this Remembrance season, as Southern Vectis shows its support for the Royal British Legion.

The offer applies across Red Funnel’s entire fleet for travel on Saturday 8, Sunday 9 and Tuesday 11 November, to and from the Isle of Wight.

The Red Lion Inn, Freshwater is celebrating after being named in the UK’s 100 Best Pubs 2025 list by The Good Food Guide.

The restaurant, run by students under the guidance of experienced staff, provides hands-on experience in a real working environment.

Luccombe Hall is shortlisted for Small Hotel of the Year, while Luccombe Manor is a finalist for Dog Friendly Business of the Year.

Ryde’s tiniest art gallery, Re:Box, has teamed up with Brevity – The Isle of Wight’s Literary Handbill

Mountbatten Isle of Wight is inviting Islanders to remember and celebrate loved ones by dedicating a light on its remembrance tree over this festive period.

The chosen charity will benefit from a programme of fundraising activities, volunteer support from Red Funnel staff.

The Garlic Farm in Newchurch, Warren Farm in Totland, and Southern Co-op’s support for the Wilder Isle of Wight Community Project all received awards.

Each label tells the story behind the brew, highlighting the Island’s rich history and culture.

The emotional reveal saw the family overcome with gratitude for the kindness and teamwork shown by everyone involved.

Adopt South has produced a short film introducing the boys and hopes it will inspire prospective adopters to come forward.

An award-winning author who once placed “dadverts” in newspapers to find a father figure will visit Cowes next month to share her extraordinary story.

Red Funnel Raises Over £30,000 For Air Ambulance Charity.

Battling unseasonably stormy weather, powerful winds and rough seas, Clare was one of over 100 swimmers from 23 countries to make it to the start line.

A heart-warming celebration of achievement took place recently at The Learning Centre in Westridge, Ryde.

The Isle of Wight Foodbank is once again inviting Islanders to take part in its much-loved Reverse Advent Calendar campaign.

Island Roads’ fleet of gritters will be out on the roads this weekend as the team gears up for the winter season.

The RSPCA Isle of Wight is urging Islanders to take on a sizzling challenge — walking barefoot across red-hot embers to help raise vital funds for animals in need.

Shanklin Sandown Rowing Club’s Bass Andre has claimed Gold for Great Britain at the European Offshore Championships in Turkey.