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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.

30, March 2017·1 min read

‘Celebrating Together’: Isle of Wight Day Book now available

A new book containing 500+ photos taken by Islanders and professionals on Isle of Wight Day has been published, with all proceeds going to charity.

14, July 2017·1 min read

‘I Remember Hill Lodge, Freshwater’ book launch by local history group

‘I Remember Hill Lodge, Freshwater’ tells the fascinating story of Ellen Victoria Jane Stevenson - a woman from Freshwater determined to overcome misfortune. Book signing on Saturday morning in Freshwater Library.

19, August 2019·1 min read

‘Inspirational’ partnership of four Isle of Wight charities nominated for prestigious national award

Manager of the Living Well Project said, "This charity partnership has challenged the boundaries of what is possible when organisations work together, and we are pleased to be able to deliver quality services to Islanders who need our support"

Team Fundraising for Young Lives Versus Cancer charity

3, November 2022·2 min read

‘Last call’ for charities to submit applications for Red Funnel Charity of the Year programme

To apply, organisations must be a registered charity, have been in operation on the Isle of Wight for at least 12 months and support the local Island community – helping to improve quality of life of create opportunities for residents

29, October 2019·1 min read

‘On Your Doorstep’ event showcases community groups

Next week residents are invited to an 'On Your Doorstep' event where local and Island-wide voluntary sector and community groups will showcase what they do

22, May 2015·1 min read

‘Sydney’ Squirrel finds home in Shide

This great looking squirrel carving was funded by a local resident, with public liability taken on by the parish council

16, January 2014·1 min read

‘The budget cuts will be horrendous’ says town councillor

The impending budget cuts brought doom and gloom to the meeting, but there was light at the end of the tunnel with positive news about several projects in Ventnor.

3, April 2020·2 min read

‘We’re still here for you’ say Wessex Cancer Trust: Supporting people with cancer more important than ever

Daisy Bus services remain in operation, but halt on Wessex Cancer Trust's charity shops and events means they need our support

22, December 2006·1 min read

“Holiday Hijack” At The Planning Department

Whilst not wishing to spread too much doom and gloom, please let us just bring to your attention a number...

17, November 2015·1 min read

(Facial) hair today, gone tomorrow for Ventnor rugby team

With their familiar facial hair now removed, many players at Ventnor Rugby Club are beginning to sport some wonderful moustaches for the Movember Challenge.

26, July 2011·1 min read

(Live) Coverage of Council in High Court Over Library Closures

VB will be reporting live from the High Court today as the Isle of Wight council fight a request by an Isle of Wight library campaigner for a Judicial Review.

6, August 2012·1 min read

(Womble) Wendy Marshall to be honoured by CPRE

Womble Wendy is to be presented with an award from the IW branch of the Campaign to Protect Rural England

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