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Isle of Wight band The Optimists have released their latest single, Running Around, along with an official music video.

The one-of-a-kind charity event invites thrill-seekers to take on a 300-metre zip wire ride beneath the stars, launching from 25 metres above the ground at Robin Hill.

A group of B&Q staff have helped give Aspire’s garden in Ryde a new lease of life.

The Isle of Wight is set to be in the national spotlight after Red Squirrel Property Shop Ltd was shortlisted for four prestigious awards at this year’s Negotiator Awards.

Autumn has arrived on the Isle of Wight, and October is packed with exciting events for locals and visitors alike.

It's been a record-breaking year for the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance’s ‘Dash in the Dark’!

Two new canine recruits are gearing up to join WightSAR, helping find missing people across the Isle of Wight.

The fifth annual Zoe’s Law Ball has raised an incredible £9,166.20 for Mountbatten Hospice, marking five years since the passing of Zoe Panayi.

Haylands Primary School was buzzing with colour, conversation and culture as pupils marked International Languages Day with a day packed full of European-themed fun.

This year alone, the programme supported 24 sports groups, 13 arts organisations and six environmental or conservation projects — continuing a tradition that began in 1987.

Hovertravel has been named Ferry Operator of the Year at the National Transport Awards 2025, held in London last week.

Turning Hovercraft Rubber into Art and Everyday ItemsSince 2024, Hovertravel has been working with Twyford Recycling to process retired hovercraft skirts.

Their passion and professionalism lit up the stage, earning them a prolonged standing ovation from a sell-out crowd.

The UK Sailing Academy (UKSA) has been confirmed as the official charity partner of Maritime Solent for 2025-26.

The Isle of Wight’s rich maritime heritage took centre stage this week as the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) held its latest board meeting in East Cowes.

The most common topics included e-scooters, speeding, rural crime, knife crime and the role of the PCC. Questions also covered officer integrity and recruitment.

Exhibitors, visitors and industry professionals helped create a vibrant atmosphere at the IW Homes & Interiors Show last weekend.

A networking event with a difference is heading to Godshill next week – and it’s strictly for women.

Language, culture and adventure are on the horizon for 30 students from Carisbrooke College and the Island VI Form

School run chaos could soon be a little calmer – and a lot more colourful – thanks to hundreds of Isle of Wight children taking part in a nationwide walking challenge.