Local Community News

Three Isle of Wight cricket clubs have received a funding boost in the latest round of grants from Island Roads’ Isle of Wight Foundation.

The Isle of Wight Round Table’s annual Sleigh Runs, supported by WightFibre, have raised £5,134 for two Island charities.

Wightlink has been getting into the festive spirit this Christmas, partnering with Royal Mail to deliver an incredible 13 million items of post to the Isle of Wight.

Ventnor’s perfect start to the Hampshire Counties Three season came to an end at the weekend.

The historic clock at Newport Minster has been repaired and is once again keeping time, after being stuck at five past one for many years.

Carisbrooke College has held its fifth annual Santa Dash, with hundreds of students taking part in the festive fundraiser.

A new BBC Radio 4 drama airing this Christmas Eve has a special connection to the Isle of Wight.

Paediatric equipment from the Isle of Wight is getting a second life — helping children and families in Africa who desperately need it.

The local cancer charity is collecting items to boost its supply of raffle prizes ahead of a busy fundraising programme planned for 2026.

A 100-year-old Second World War veteran from the Isle of Wight has been honoured in a new portrait painted by a local artist.

The Duke of York pub is inviting Islanders to its first-ever Open-Air Christmas Market, promising a festive weekend for the whole family.

The festive season is here, and the Isle of Wight Council has announced changes to waste, recycling, and garden collection services over Christmas and New Year.

A community steering group has been formed in Ventnor to explore future options for the Winter Gardens.

Fran Collins said the session was “all about listening and discussing,” adding that feedback from trade and freight users is vital to shaping future improvements.

The troupe delivered a lively demonstration and workshop, guiding around 30 attendees through classic routines such as Mr Beveridge’s Maggot and The Duke of Kent.

The Isle of Wight community has been thanked after more than 3,500 toys were donated to Isle of Wight Radio’s Christmas Toy Appeal this year.

Mountbatten Isle of Wight is inviting the local community to come together for an evening of Christmas carols at the Minster Church of St Thomas in Newport on Wednesday.

Northwood Cricket Club is set to take its commitment to sustainability to the next level, thanks to a £10,000 grant from Wightlink’s Green Innovation Fund.

A spectacular Christmas lights display in Gunville has been given national exposure after featuring on BBC One’s The One Show.

With only weeks to go until Christmas Day, Isle of Wight musician ugly ozo has released a brand new cover of a classic song by Eartha Kitt.