Isle of Wight-born pianist and composer Thomas Luke is set to release his debut album of original music, See Me Now, on Friday 16 January.

January assemblies hit differently. The Christmas holidays were over. The excitement was gone. And the hall smelled faintly of wet coats and disappointment. You’d shuffle in, sit cross-legged on the cold floor, and know — deep down — that whatever was coming next would not be good news. Here are the five January school assemblies that struck fear into the hearts of pupils everywhere. 5. The “New Year, New Rules” Assembly This one always arrived with a suspiciously cheerful op

January had a very specific vibe. Christmas was over. School was back. The decorations were gone, but the glitter hadn’t quite worn off yet. And on TV? January was chart show season — long countdowns, half-hearted enthusiasm, and music videos that felt cold, moody, and slightly depressing. These weren’t summer bangers. These were songs that thrived in darkness, coat collars, and emotional close-ups. Here are five music videos you swear you only ever saw during January chart s

Now in its third year, the independently run festival will feature an expanded site with improved layout, accessibility, facilities, and additional experiences.

Here are family‑friendly and community events happening across the Isle of Wight this month.

Isle of Wight band Five Degrees North are among the nominees announced for the annual Radio Wigwam Awards.

A free life-skills programme supporting young people on the Isle of Wight is set to return next week.

A new regional campaign is encouraging people across the South East, including the Isle of Wight, to rethink the idea that smoking relieves stress.