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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.

17, April 2023·1 min read

AgeUK IW’s 50th anniversary tandem skydive challenge supports independent living for the older community

AgeUK IW marks 50 years and seeks daring fundraisers for tandem skydive; boosting independent living for older residents

30, November 2016·1 min read

Aggregate needed for YMCA pothole problem before cars arrive for young carers

These high-end cars will be taking young carers out for the rides of their lives on 10th December, but help is needed to fill some potholes at YMCA Shanklin beforehand. Anyone happen to have a few bags of aggregate going free?

22, May 2007·3 min read

AGM of the Campaign To Protect Rural England

Last Saturday saw the Campaign To Protect Rural England’s Annual General Meeting. It was well attended and we are very...

16, July 2006·2 min read

Ah Bless … It’s The Soon To Be Gambling King Of Ventnor

What a lovely surprise to receive such a convival email from Mr David Peckitt, owner of the soon to open...

9, September 2009·1 min read

Ahoy The Rebel Green Flag

It appears that the green rebel flag is gaining support across the Island

Volunteers with Truck 13 of MAD-Aid donations for Ukraine - May 2022

4, May 2022·2 min read

Aid for Ukraine and Moldova ‘still very much needed’ says MAD-Aid founder

A whopping 13 lorries have shipped donated items from the Isle of Wight to Moldova and Ukraine since the start of the Russian invasion, but more aid continues to be needed

2, July 2013·1 min read

Air Ambulance are asking you to ‘Re-use Ya Shoes!’

The air ambulance would like all of your old shoes, wellies and trainers to help them raise cash for the vital service they provide.

9, May 2016·1 min read

Air Ambulance charity seeks volunteers

Join the loyal team of 16 volunteers on the Isle of Wight and get stuck in helping to raise much needed money for this vital charity.

2, October 2009·2 min read

Air Ambulance Fundraiser A Great Success

Last week's fundrasising event for the air ambulance went really well. Sherie tells us more.

31, January 2013·1 min read

Air Ambulance have spaces for the BUPA London 10,000

If you have made a New Year’s Resolution to get fit, why not give yourself the motivation and sign up for a 10,000m race around London?

11, September 2012·1 min read

Air Ambulance needs your textiles

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance relies totally on the generosity of the public to maintain its service.

18, January 2017·1 min read

Air Ambulance to fund doctor training programme

The programme will provide a steady and resilient supply of Pre-Hospital Emergency Specialist Doctors to fly as part of the charity’s Air Ambulance crew, during both day and night operations.

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