Thousands of walkers are taking part in the 2026 Walk the Wight today, supporting Mountbatten Isle of Wight.

Josh Matthews, a dedicated volunteer at Cowes RNLI Station, has achieved the highest role of inshore lifeboat command after successfully passing his final assessment to become the station’s newest helm.

Riverfest is taking place in Newport Quay today, with families from across the Island expected to attend a full day of entertainment, live performances and community activities.

Votes are being counted in the 2026 local elections on the Isle of Wight, with control of the council still to be decided.

Traffic is building in the east of the Isle of Wight following a two-vehicle collision near Ryde this afternoon (Friday).

The Isle of Wight Council has apologised for delays to the delivery of its 2026/27 waste and recycling calendars, with some residents still waiting to receive the annual booklet.

Fifty-six Island Scouts, aged 10 to 14, are heading to Coburg, Germany during the October 2026 half term.

Employees from a Cowes-based software firm have taken part in a beach clean along the Isle of Wight coastline.