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People of the Isle of Wight are incredibly charitable, perhaps it because of the strong community spirit. A week doesn’t go by without several features about Islanders trying to raise awareness or money for a charity.

They try all sorts of crazy challenges that capture the interest of others and help the cause. If you have some charitable news to share, get in touch.

18, February 2013·1 min read

Emma paints her way to Cowes Lifeboat Station

Emma's masterpiece is now hanging at the new lifeboat station in Cowes

15, February 2013·2 min read

Chilly start to Round the Island swim preparations

All the best to Anna in her challenge in September, no doubt we'll be reminding readers about it nearer the time.

15, February 2013·2 min read

Festival launches bumper stickers in aid of Waterside Community Trust

John Giddings is never one to miss a marketing opportunity. However, this time a local charity will be beneficiary of his latest idea.

14, February 2013·1 min read

Impact of fire at Wessex Cancer Trust shop ‘heartbreaking’ says Chief Executive

Many are devastated after a fire in the shop resulted in 80% of stock being lost due to fire and smoke damage

14, February 2013·1 min read

Ten hour static cycle for Red Nose Day

Practice manager in his sixties is planning to cycle 150 miles for Red Nose Day

13, February 2013·2 min read

Go Orange for Independent Lifeboats: Find out how to get involved

There are loads of things taking place this week for Go Orange campaign.

13, February 2013·1 min read

Lifeboat Lotto: Find out this week’s numbers

This week's numbers revealed. Join the Independent Lifeboat Lotto for your chance to win up to £5,000. It costs less than a tenner a month.

12, February 2013·1 min read

Free gardening training will give young people useful skills

Find out more about the Footprint Trust's Adopt A Garden Scheme, it could be just the ticket if you're looking to gain new skills in gardening.

8, February 2013·1 min read

Wolverton Folk & Blues Fair returns in May

Wolverton Manor, Shorwell will once again provide the stunning backdrop to this exciting Island event.

8, February 2013·2 min read

Whitehouse to promote historic vessel summer tour for Gipsy Moth IV

Gipsy Moth attracts sponsorship for a second year from Chris Whitehouse

6, February 2013·1 min read

The Lottie Rann Trust: Help bring Lottie home to the Island

Meningitis strikes twice and leaves Niton girl paralysed from the neck down. A Trust set up to help adapt the family home, so she can finally come back to the Island after being away since April 2012.

1, February 2013·1 min read

‘Shave the Dave’: Charity shave for Ability Dogs 4 Young People

Let's hope the weather improves by the end of February, otherwise Dave's going to feel more than a little chilly.

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