Community News

Residents at Old Charlton House in Cowes marked World Golden Retriever Day with a visit from some very special four-legged visitors.

Portsmouth Comic Con is back at Portsmouth Guildhall on Saturday 2 and Sunday 3 May 2026, promising a weekend of family-friendly fun.

The limited-time offer pairs a hovercraft day return crossing with a two-course set lunch at RTCafé Grill.

Small groups of up to 12 people enjoy activities designed to promote engagement, while families and carers benefit from valuable respite.

Residents enjoyed a relaxed atmosphere, good company and the chance to spend time together while getting out and about in the community.

Adoption co-ordinator Lucy Smith said it is a chance to give a meaningful Valentine’s gift while supporting a much-loved Island charity.

Isle of Wight indie specialists ugly ozo have released their brand new single ‘hi, how are you?’ via REX RECS.

Three Rivers Music Festival has announced the next wave of artists for its 2026 event...

The new look reflects the golden hues and naturally rich character found in Briddlesford’s milk, cream, butter and cheese.

A relaxed celebration event will take place on Thursday 12 February in The Barn, Department’s theatre space.

The 25th Isle of Wight Masters Open Swim Meet takes place today.

Free places are available for children and young people who receive benefits-related free school meals, with paid places also on offer.

Priory School has officially opened its newest facility, the Wellbeing Centre.

Quay Arts will be filled with live music this weekend as Kashmir Fringe returns this weekend.

Three swimmers from Ryde impressed at the 2025 South East Regional Masters competition at Crawley K2 Leisure Centre.

As well as group sponsorship, Wightlink is supporting 82 individual athletes in 2026 through the Isle of Wight Council’s Talented Athlete scheme.

One of the Isle of Wight’s oldest carnivals is preparing for the 2026 summer season, despite a series of financial challenges over the past year.

Island grant-giving charity WightAID is inviting local groups and organisations to share their plans for the year and apply for funding as it enters its tenth year.

The coaching team praised the squad for a significant improvement on the previous week’s performance, with tries from Juke and George keeping the contest close.

Lake Parish Councillors have backed a bay-wide tree planting and hedge-laying project aimed at boosting the area’s natural environment.