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The sessions were described as fun and full of laughter, with residents and their families joining in.

The RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch returns later this month, giving Isle of Wight residents the chance to help track how garden birds are faring across the UK.

The Isle of Wight Council is stepping up efforts to support biodiversity and improve green spaces.

Isle of Wight Pearl has appointed Mark Wyatt as the new Head Chef at its recently revamped Pearl Café.

Isle of Wight stars Jeremy Irons and Trudie Wilson have contributed to the EP.

Chief Executive Becky McGregor said the funding will allow the charity to complete essential refurbishments in areas used by patients and their families.

Another 12-mile stretch of the King Charles III England Coast Path has officially opened on the Isle of Wight, unlocking more of the Island’s coastline as a National Trail.

The move will add 868 extra sailings compared with the company’s 2025 timetable.

Pet owners on the Isle of Wight are being invited to take advantage of free welfare clinics being run by RSPCA Isle of Wight.

Warm Welcome Spaces offer a safe, friendly place to spend time, keep warm and connect with others.

Thousands more Isle of Wight households are set to receive supermarket vouchers this winter.

Islanders are being invited to explore the Isle of Wight’s past through storytelling, as The Open University hosts a free creative writing workshop in Sandown later this month.

Households subscribed to the Isle of Wight Council’s Green Garden Waste collection service can renew their subscriptions from today.

Mr White joins the firm at its Merstone office, bringing experience from previously leading a large residential lettings agency on the Isle of Wight.

Vectis Rugby Football Club has returned to action, with squads from U6s to U18s resuming training ahead of the 2026 season.

Applications are now open for two key opportunities supporting local creativity and leadership.

The impromptu game, with players frequently swapping shirts, was played in the spirit of celebration rather than competition, but still produced some fine rugby.

The Bay Church of England School is celebrating a highly positive inspection report which praises the school for living out its Christian values.

Robin Hill Adventure Park is set to open its doors for the first time ever during February half term.

The deal is expected to bring around £218 million in net sales over the contract period.