Monthly News, Jan 2026

Our Condolences
We have sadly lost Marie Hipgrave, and more recently Michael Barlow, both longtime residents of Culver Way. Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences go out to their families during this difficult time.

Michael Barlow, a local dog walker, passed away on January 9, 2026, at the age of 91. He had been a resident of our community for 54 years and was one of the founding members of our association. He leaves behind a very sad partner, Sandra, who will miss him dearly.

Monthly Evening Beat Surgery
Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) 13228 Jackie May, representing the South Wight Neighbourhood Police Team, will be available at The Broadway Centre, Sandown, on the last Wednesday of each month, commencing 28 January 2026, from 19:00 to 19:45. She will be on hand to provide assistance and advice. An additional Scheduled Beat Surgery will be held on Sat 07 Feb 14:00 at Sandown Library.

Recycling Request for Plastic Bottle Tops
For those still collecting plastic bottle tops. Currently items can be dropped off at Quarr Abbey or contact Patter Products at patterproducts@gmail.com. Please contact us if you are interested in becoming the Collection Point for our area.

Used Stamp Collection
The Ability Dogs 4 Young People Charity are still collecting used stamps. So if you're able to save yours and pop them round to Mary Smith 32 Culver Way, she will pass them onto the Charity.