For those OnTheWight readers who celebrate it, we wish you a very Merry Christmas.
Over the festive period we’ll be sparing a thought for all those who don’t have anyone to share Christmas with, can’t share Christmas with their families, or who have lost loved ones this year.
A difficult year for many
Our thoughts are also with those who have found this year more of a struggle than usual, as the cost of living crisis continues.
We’re sure you’ll join us in thanking all the many community groups around the Isle of Wight for their efforts in helping to ease the burden for Islanders in need.
We’re slowing down for a week
As usual, over the next week or so we will be on ‘go slow’. However this year we have invited a number of Islanders to share ‘reflection pieces’ with readers, looking back on the past year and looking forward to what 2025 may bring.
They include the Isle of Wight council leader, the two Isle of Wight MPs, those heading up the Island’s NPOs (National Portfolio Organisations), as well as Isle of Wight NHS and an Island business.
The site will continue to tick over each day with these articles – plus a short podcast series with the council’s Head of Planning and Infrastructure – but the output won’t be to our usual 10-15 items a day.
Thank you once again for your continued support and festive greetings to all.
