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The Isle of Wight is all about community
Community spirit can be found in the rural and urban areas on the Isle of Wight. We’ve gathered together stories that explicitly focus on the Island’s community to share with you.
They might be about a new volunteering scheme, charitable event or grants for local groups. If you have some community information you’d like to share with our readers, get in touch.
New role for well-known community worker in Ryde
Steve was previously employed as a Local Area Coordinator and now returns to the town as a Community Connector
Friday, 11th October, 2019 12:12pm
By Lisa Dyer with one comment
Baby Box project making a huge difference to parents in Ventnor (Video)
Baby Box IOW helps families struggling to provide their children with basic essentials and also offers somewhere for parents to meet others over a cup of tea
Wednesday, 9th October, 2019 11:34am
By Sally Perry with 3 readers' comments
Isle of Wight community-led Christmas party for socially isolated older people – get involved
The aim of the event is to reach out to the most socially isolated older members of our community. For those without regular human contact, Christmas can sharpen feelings of loneliness and isolation.
Thursday, 3rd October, 2019 10:34am
By Helen Bailey with one comment
Find out more about plans for an Isle of Wight CoHousing Scheme at open event
There are plans for 20 affordable and various sized dwellings as part of a new CoHousing scheme on the Isle of Wight. Head to the open event to find out more.
Thursday, 3rd October, 2019 8:10am
By Sue Bailey with 2 readers' comments
