Local Community News

There’s been plenty to celebrate across Isle of Wight care homes this month — from a centenarian’s milestone birthday to touching tributes and even a brewery adventure!

The Isle of Wight NHS Trust is highlighting its Call 4 Concern service.

Cowes is getting festive! Join the town’s Christmas Celebration Day on Saturday 22 November — live music, markets, lantern walk, and the big lights switch-on at 5pm! Free fun for all ages.

Originally launched back in 2013, the Rob da Bank Music Club is making a powerful return to the Isle of Wight this month!

An Isle of Wight couple have been recognised on the national stage for their outstanding contribution to the community.

Ventnor Rugby Club enjoyed a sensational weekend with both the first and second teams claiming emphatic wins.

Island Roads is reminding residents that major improvement works on the main road through Wroxall are set to begin next week.

Disney magic is set to light up Shanklin Theatre this November.

An Isle of Wight mum and primary school teacher has turned her breast cancer diagnosis into a mission to help others.

Islanders are being asked to check their cupboards, garages, and spare rooms for unused mobility aids and equipment.

Aspire Ryde has launched its Winter Fundraising Campaign to help individuals and families across the Isle of Wight.

A brand-new skatepark in East Cowes is set to officially open this week.

The funding, along with a further £3,200 from philanthropic donors, will support a new project called Forgotten People, Lost Technologies.

The bugle, rich in history, was used by Bugler Major Reginald Frank Peachey, who served with the 1st Battalion Isle of Wight Rifles.

The Isle of Wight is a nationally important stronghold for our native red squirrels, and ongoing monitoring is vital to ensure their protection.

Vectis Radio is calling on local charities, community organisations, and individuals to celebrate their amazing work at the fourth annual Isle of Wight Community Awards.

Isle of Wight swimmer Zac Lacey has once again made waves on the international stage!

A call to Isle of Wight Radio has sparked a wave of generosity and highlighted the importance of talking about men’s mental health.

Becky will be among dozens of brave fundraisers who’ll ‘fly’ 300 metres across the night sky — 25 metres above the ground — as fire cannons blaze beneath them.

Community groups, clubs and social enterprises across the Isle of Wight are being invited to apply for grants of up to £5,000.