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Here are some Isle of Wight events to look out for during the final days of September!

A famous replica of one of history’s most significant ships will be docking at Yarmouth Pier this week as part of its European tour.

It was sunshine, music, and generosity all round as WightAID’s summer garden party raised an incredible £40,000 to support charities across the Isle of Wight.

Staff and customers at a Shanklin café were treated to an unusual surprise this week when a young grey seal pup hauled himself up onto the deck and settled down for a nap.

The Isle of Wight Council has come under fire after it was revealed more than £60,000 has been spent on consultants to advise on the...

RSPCA Isle of Wight is working alongside local food banks to ensure pets don’t go hungry during times of financial hardship.

The Isle of Wight welcomed a familiar face in the world of road safety and maintenance this week, as Mark Morrell, better known as Mr Pothole, visited the Island to inspect local roads.

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.

Parents say the policies are leaving children distressed, hungry, and in some cases too anxious to attend.

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.

History, nature, and fresh air all await at this year’s Isle of Wight Autumn Walking Festival.

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...

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

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

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

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...

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...

Island businesses will be making a splash for Wessex Cancer Support next weekend by taking part in the charity’s first Dragon Boat Race....

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.

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....