Isle of Wight schoolchildren tackle plastic pollution
WHEN Newport CE Primary School was asked by one of its ex pupils to collect eco-bricks, they jumped at the opportunity to become involved in the project.
Merchant Mariners of Wight donation to Isle of Wight sea cadets
RYDE and Cowes sea cadets were the lucky recipients of donations from the Merchant Mariners of Wight.
Two weeks to go in West Wight schools consultation — more than 300 responses received so far
WITH just two weeks left on the West Wight school places consultation, more than 300 responses have already been received by the Isle of Wight Council.
Five bands to battle it out for a chance to play the Isle of Wight Festival
THE Isle of Wight Festival are once again pledging to support emerging talent by teaming up with HOT VOX to find three talented new artists to perform at the festival.
Two generations of Yarmouth RNLI attend fundraiser
TWO generations of the Yarmouth RNLI attended a fundraiser at the town's Bugle Coaching Inn to help raise more than £1,000 for the charity.
Almost £2,000 raised at Brighstone Scouts auction
THE 1st Brighstone Scout Group raised nearly £2,000 following its annual fundraising auction at the village's Wilberforce Hall.
Lions give back
AT the Mountbatten Fayre last year, president of the Cowes Lions Club, Eddie Goodlet, met two inspiring people — Katie and Laura Newitt.
Rocket science book for kids
RYDE East councillor Michael Lilley has written a book for children about the Island’s rocket science past.
Compton beach clean and recycling craft sessions at Good Vibes Weekend
THERE were plenty of good vibes flowing after a beach clean at Compton Bay.
Ex-prisoner visits Ryde Academy
AN EX-PRISONER gave a talk at Ryde Academy about restorative justice.
