A multi-million pound funding boost has been secured by the Isle of Wight Council to help support Island children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

The creativity of Island pupils will be showcased and celebrated in a new art exhibition opening at Newport's Quay Arts this weekend.

The Isle of Wight Council and partners are asking people to show their support to Island young people on Young Carers Action Day today (Wednesday).

A ground-breaking service which is empowering residents to live well and independently at home and in their own communities, has received national recognition.

Children and young people will once again be able to enjoy a varied programme of free activities during the upcoming Easter holidays.

Smokers on the Isle of Wight are being urged to give quitting a go, ahead of No Smoking Day tomorrow (8 March).

A new community pantry is set to open in Newport to provide affordable food for residents who need it.

New term dates for 2024/25 are set to be approved by the Isle of Wight Council Cabinet next week.

The Lord Louis Library in Newport is set to undergo essential works, underlining the Isle of Wight Council's commitment to investing in its library service.

More than 1,000 children across the Island have been offered places at secondary schools this week.