Local Community News

£800,000 is being invested in a major seagrass restoration project in the Solent and around the Isle of Wight – with planting planned for next spring.

Wildheart Animal Sanctuary is marking 50 years on the Isle of Wight with an evening of entertainment, animal talks and a spectacular drone show.

Island emergency services have been honoured at a special 999 Day ceremony outside County Hall in Newport.

Thinking about a career in care or health? A free careers festival is coming to Newport, with local employers, training providers and healthcare organisations all under one roof.

More than £16,000 has been raised for Mountbatten Isle of Wight at its annual Summer Drinks event in East Cowes.

An Isle of Wight St John Ambulance volunteer has been honoured for his work supporting first aid and community resilience across the Island.

🚁 A Ryde woman is holding a special fundraiser for the air ambulance service which she says saved her life. Air Ambulance Heroes will feature music, dance and more — and everyone is welcome.

The Hungry Bear Sunday Roast is back! The popular Island food business is serving up its traditional roasts every Sunday at Koffie in Niton.

Could you survive for a month eating only Isle of Wight food? Two sisters are finding out — and they've already discovered some everyday ingredients are surprisingly difficult to replace.

Diane Morgan has swapped Cunk for Cows — starring in Red Funnel's hilarious new campaign celebrating the Isle of Wight!

Islanders are being invited to join a huge three-day walk around the Island next weekend — all in aid of suicide prevention and mental health awareness.

Nine-year-old Island athlete Jake Burton has been given a £3,000 boost from Wightlink as he targets more national sporting success.

Fifteen inspirational young Islanders have been celebrated at the 2026 Child of Wight Awards at Tapnell Farm.

A new bus service through Havenstreet and a series of timetable improvements have been confirmed, with changes coming into effect across the Island from September.

Quay Arts is marking its 50th anniversary with a unique collection of original artwork – and one of two special sketchbooks is being raffled to raise funds for the charity.

Tapnell Farm Park is preparing to say goodbye to its much-loved wallabies after ten years on the Island.

Southern Water is bringing its Your Water Matters event to Newport next week, giving Islanders the chance to ask questions about bills, sewage, storm overflows and investment in the Island's water network.

A new programme of adult learning courses and workshops has been launched on the Isle of Wight.

Fancy stepping back in time? Two Newport heritage attractions are offering free entry this September as part of Heritage Open Days.

A prestigious award has been given to Ryde School in recognition of its mental health and wellbeing provision for pupils and staff.