Isle of Wight Observer
Mal Butler
IW Observer 403
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Read MoreGodshill roadworks to begin on Monday
Major works to improve the main road through Godshill will begin on Monday (November 2), with temporary road closures and…
Read MoreNo confidence in Southern Water
Sandown Town Council has unanimously declared it has no confidence in Southern Water’s management of its current and proposed operations…
Read MoreHTP apprentices celebrate success
HTP Apprenticeship College celebrated the achievements of its learners at its biggest graduation ceremony yet, held at Newport Minster on…
Read MoreFrom drama to sing-alongs: Apollo Theatre announces packed November lineup
The Apollo Theatre invites audiences to enjoy a screening of Golden Boy, streamed from the National Theatre, on November 5…
Read MoreCowes woman plans new life in Canada after win
A Cowes charity volunteer has won £333,332 on the Postcode Lottery, and says the life‑changing windfall will bring forward her…
Read MoreFirst poppies arrive on special crossing
The Solent maritime community, in partnership with the Royal British Legion (RBL), took part in a symbolic journey aboard Red…
Read MoreIsland chess player claims Parsons Cup
Michael Plowden-Roberts produced a career-best result at the Hampshire Chess Congress, winning the Minor (Under 1600) section outright to take…
Read MorePhoenix shines in Great South Run
A Newport schoolboy shone at the Junior Great South Run last week, finishing second overall despite being up against boys…
Read MoreNew Hope Centre for Newport youth
Newport Minster’s parish centre, in Town Lane, will become The Hope Centre on Tuesday (November 3), providing a new home…
Read MoreSea Gels sing at Mevagissey
Sea Gels Shanty Band carried their drums, harmonies and distinctive Island shanty style to one of Britain’s biggest sea‑song celebrations,…
Read MoreFree online session offers COPD advice
People living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), along with their families and carers, are invited to a free online…
Read MoreWomen invited to try driving Island buses
Women across the Island are being invited to get behind the wheel of a bus at a recruitment event, organised…
Read MoreFight night at GG’s
Blue Light Fight Night is returning next Saturday (November 7) at GG’s Bar & Restaurant – and the rivalry has…
Read MoreSwimmers make a splash at meet
West Wight Swimming Club made a splash at the start of the new season, fielding their biggest mainland team to…
Read MoreWightAID backs band’s golden jubilee year
Medina Marching Band IW is marking its 50th anniversary, with a year of high‑profile performances, supported by a grant from…
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