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.

The countdown is on as leading cardiac charity Heartbeat prepares to bring its much-loved ‘Beat the Heat’ quiz night to Yarmouth for the very first time.

Residents enjoyed a yellow-themed tea party with cakes baked by the home’s chef, and live entertainment from singer Sandy, who performed a lively set of ABBA classics.

Thanks to the generosity of everyone involved, the event raised £1,526 for the Wight Brainy Bunch.

An Isle of Wight police officer has been recognised with one of the highest honours in UK policing.

The Trust says anyone struggling with their mental health — whether feeling anxious, low, or in crisis — should know that support is always close at hand.