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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.

Hannah with some of the shop stock and a dog

17, September 2021·2 min read

‘Clear out to help out’: RSPCA Isle of Wight needs your clutter

Now is the perfect time to clear out the clutter and share your unwanted items with the Isle of Wight branch of the RSPCA. Here's how

18, September 2015·1 min read

‘Collection for Calais’ will fill four transit vans. Well done Isle of Wight!

Everyone who donated, collected and helped out can be proud to know that refugees in Calais will soon be taking delivery of items from the Isle of Wight.

4, September 2015·3 min read

‘Collection for Calais’: Can you lend a helping hand or provide supplies? (Update 4)

Islanders are known for their generosity and willingness to help. Much-needed supplies are being gathered here for CalAid, to distribute to those suffering. Here are details of how you can help the Collection for Calais and what you can donate.

5, August 2022·1 min read

‘Come and share our heating’ in colder months, say Better Days Cafe as they plan new soup kitchen

"Turn off your heating and come and share ours" is the message from the Better Days Cafe to coincide with the launch of a soup kitchen over the colder months

7, December 2012·1 min read

‘Cuddle Cot’ fundraising challenge: Text £1 to help

Nikki is asking Islanders to help raise £1,500 for this special cot for the bereavement unit at St Mary's by donating just £1.

29, November 2021·1 min read

‘Daddy’s Little Girl Fund’ set up after suddenly and unexpectedly losing 23-year-old son

After tragedy struck, 23-year-old Lewis left behind his one-year-old daughter. Her grandfather has now set up a GoFundMe account to help provide the future Lewis would have wanted for her

12, July 2012·1 min read

‘Disabled People Against Cuts’ Campaign Group Starts On The Wight

New group fighting for the rights of disabled people on the Isle of Wight

14, January 2012·1 min read

‘Dog Walk For Charlie’ on Sunday Morning

Kate Nutbourne, owner of Charlie the puppy who died after being attacked by another dog on Appley Beach has written to tell readers that will be a 'dog walk for Charlie' tomorrow (Sunday) from 11am at Appley Beach. Ryde.

25, January 2008·1 min read