Isle of Wight Observer
Wayward goose rescued after surprise visit to Newport shoe shop
It was a perfectly ordinary day on the Newport High Street yesterday (Thursday), until an unexpected shopper decided to drop…
Read MoreProms returns with spectacular night of music at Northwood House
An evening of classical music under the stars will return to Robin Hill tomorrow (Saturday) as Classic Isle presents Proms…
Read MoreRichard Quigley raises Isle of Wight ferry concerns with Andy Burnham
West Wight MP, Richard Quigley, has raised the Island’s ferry issues with the Prime Minister‑in‑waiting, Andy Burnham. Mr Quigley told…
Read MoreReform councillor questions surge in Isle of Wight ’emergency’ roadworks
Recently elected Reform councillor, Les Kirkby, is determined to lift the lid on why so many roadworks appear suddenly across…
Read MoreRobin Hill draws huge crowds for three-day music festival weekend
Chris CornfordCrowds flooded to Robin Hill last weekend for a three‑day celebration of music and entertainment, beginning on Friday night with…
Read MoreLOOK BACK IN TIME: 8 July 1922
A century ago, the Isle of Wight’s weather watchers were already keeping a close eye on the skies. This report…
Read MoreWater deliveries begin to save wildlife at Shanklin’s Big Mead pond
There is good news for the wildlife at Shanklin’s Big Mead pond. Thanks to a dedicated community-led effort, the first…
Read MoreRyde School celebrates best-ever International Baccalaureate results
Ryde School has achieved the best International Baccalaureate diploma programme (IBDP) results in its history. Results published this week show…
Read MoreSTAR LETTER: Why homelessness persists
Dear Editor, The Vagrancy Act of 1824 referred to by Adam Webb in last week’s IW Observer, criminalised rough sleeping…
Read MoreIsle of Wight planning applications: 10th July 2026
See full planning notices and all documents by entering the reference number into the search bar on the planning portal.…
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Read MoreSandown reaches next stage of UK Town of Culture 2028 bid
Sandown has taken a major step forward in its cultural revival, after being named among the towns progressing to the…
Read MoreTravellers set up unauthorised camp at Seaclose in Newport
A group of five caravans and assorted vehicles set up an unauthorised camp at Seaclose, in Newport, on Monday. The…
Read MoreSporting Opportunities star Jake Burton wins double gold on national debut
Sporting Opportunities Club athlete, nine-year-old Jake Burton, announced himself on the national stage in spectacular fashion at the Activity Alliance…
Read MoreAbility Dogs welcomes 99th and 100th puppies to training programme
Two tiny bundles of golden fluff have become the newest recruits to Ability Dogs 4 Young People, as the Island…
Read MoreFreshwater Parish Council votes no confidence in Southern Water
Freshwater Parish Council has unanimously voted no confidence in Southern Water, following continuing concern about sewage discharges, storm overflows, beach…
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