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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.

little girl playing guitar on the street

31, March 2020·1 min read

‘Kezi’s Kindness Isolation Has Talent’ closes midday tomorrow

Don't miss the chance for your children to take part in this virtual talent contest, with £65 worth of Amazon vouchers up for grabs

People standing outside Isle of Wight NSPCC charity shop in Cowes

9, June 2021·2 min read

‘Little shop of treasures’ thanks Belinda for 21 years of service

The NSPCC charity shop in Cowes is only one of two remaining NSPCC charity shops in the country and has been at the heart of the community in Cowes for nearly 40 years

9, February 2010·1 min read

‘Make-Over For All’ Charity Fundraiser

A charity make over day will help raise cash for Help2Grieve

13, December 2018·1 min read

‘No catch’ to Ryde’s free nativity scene photo opportunity

Dress your family in the clothes provided for this nativity scene and have your photo taken free of charge in Ryde on Saturday 22nd, courtesy of volunteers from local churches.

19, February 2024·1 min read

‘Our Place’ in Ventnor: A chance to connect with Island-wide organisations

Ventnor's 'Our Place' session offers local advice and companionship at St Catherine's Church

7, January 2019·2 min read

‘Pupil power’ results in safer sustainable travel

Safety improvements for a stretch of road in Newport, that Cycle Wight had been campaigning for years about, have finally been realised thanks to 'pupil power' from young Islanders at a primary school in Newport.

15, October 2015·1 min read

‘Refugees Welcome: No Human Is Illegal’ Isle of Wight mothers handcraft 16ft banner

A group of Isle of Wight mothers have been involved in a project to create a 5m banner hand knitted, crocheted, felted and stitched, which carries the message ‘Refugees Welcome: No Human Is Illegal’. See it this Saturday in Newport.

4, April 2016·2 min read

‘Remap’ offer to help make gadgets for Islanders with disabilities

Do you know someone with a disability, but frustrated that they don't have a gadget to make their lives more easy? 'Remap' want to help you - for no cost. What's not to like?

22, December 2009·1 min read

‘Return to Sport’ in The New Year: Book Now

Lots of sports for residents to get involved with in the New Year.

2, May 2012·2 min read

‘Sam Shaw Is A Modern Day Hero’ Says Kathy

Kathy had her faith in humanity destroyed but quickly reignited yesterday. Read her story to find out how.

7, January 2011·2 min read

‘Save Our Libraries’ Is Call From Users and Staff

A roundup of our live coverage of the meeting

6, January 2017·1 min read

‘Slim and Give’: Get rid of calorie-rich food and help the homeless

If you've decided to go on a diet and get rid of a few pounds this New Year, why not consider donating your calorie-rich foods to the Pop-Up Soup Kitchen? It's what Slimming World members on the Island are being urged to do.

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