Refugee children in Syria and Iraq are living in sub-zero temperatures with no warm home to return to, or even warm boots or clothing. The Isle of Wight branch of Samara's Aid are appealing for donations of warm clothing and blankets.
The Isle of Wight won't be holding local elections this week, unlike much of the UK, but this research provides an interesting insight into the views of the general public about the work of local councillors
Pull up a chair, get comfy and listen to our hour long+ conversation with the team from Shademakers to find out more about their plans for the coming year and what's happening with Ryde's former department store