A voluntary pledge of mutual support between the civilian community and its local armed forces personnel was made at yesterday's Armed Forces Day service in Newport.
An estimated 700 competitors, race officials, coaches and supporters visited the Island over the weekend for the Ryde Regatta and Shanklin Rowing Club's Regatta.
Work on the pitch and putt course at Appley Park marks the start of restoration work to make the area easier and safer to walk over and a return to its former design in 1798.