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Colourful creations from pupils across the Island covered every surface — even spilling onto the floor — making the task of choosing a winner particularly challenging.

A much-loved Isle of Wight holiday destination is marking a major milestone, as Nettlecombe Farm celebrates 50 years in the tourism industry.

Southern Vectis staff are supporting the operator’s official charity, Mountbatten, with their seasonal fundraising effort.

Katharine Dancy is celebrating a life-changing £10,000 win in the latest Isle of Wight Lottery draw.

A renowned Danish chiropractor with decades of experience has made the Isle of Wight his new home.

Cowes is set for a spectacular festive treat as Santa swaps his sleigh for a lifeboat.

The free event will feature a special visit from Father Christmas, performances from the Aspire Singers, and a live set from Abbey Brass at 11am.

The Isle of Wight will join communities across the UK in celebrating the festive season with a ‘Together at Christmas’ Community Carol Service on Friday.

Sandown is set to celebrate the festive season with its annual Christmas Fun Day, bringing free entertainment and festive cheer to families on the Isle of Wight.

Formed just a month ago, the newly named Fitness Hub Mermaids will be plunging into the sea at Sandown Bay three times a week throughout December.

Families can enjoy Christmas classics from the comfort of their cars, with movies shown on a giant LED screen in the Robin Hill car park.

The Year 8 quartet of Elmo, Harvey, Jack and Arthur won the final of the senior category at the National Schools’ Quiz, hosted by What on Earth! children’s magazine.

The British Travel Awards are one of the most respected consumer-voted awards in the travel industry, with winners chosen entirely by the public.

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Newport Minster has officially begun the Advent season with the installation of a towering 26-foot Christmas tree — but needed a little help to finish decorating it.

The exterior of Vecta House lit up for the season, drawing cheers from the crowd.

The RSPCA Isle of Wight has paid heartfelt tribute to one of its longest-serving supporters, Sheila Keen, who passed away last month.

Snap Fitness Isle of Wight has been crowned Customer Service Award winners at the National Fitness Awards for the second year running.

A 13-year-old student from The Bay School has made history by becoming the first female recipient of the Wightlink Award for Most Responsible Angler.