Isle of Wight Observer
Mal Butler
Who ordered road closure? – councillor seeks answers
A councillor has criticised the continued closure of Firestone Copse Road, saying neither Island Roads nor Isle of Wight Council…
Read MoreWroxall embankment work starts next week
Work to stabilise the embankment at St John’s Road, Wroxall, which partially collapsed and caused significant disruption, is due to…
Read MoreRooms with Character above three Isle of Wight pubs
Character Inns has launched a new collection of boutique bedrooms above three Isle of Wight pubs – The Crab &…
Read MoreGREEN FINGERS: Your garden is bursting into life
You might be considering growing something a little different this year, maybe seaweed or rice, following the relentless rainfall we…
Read MoreIsle of Wight planning applications: 27th February 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 MoreMajor Reform UK event for Island supporters
Islanders curious to find out more about the growth of Reform UK are being invited to gather for a high…
Read MoreParties unite to rewrite budget
The most controversial elements of the Isle of Wight Council’s proposed budget were scrapped last night – but councillors of…
Read MoreBusinesses invited to help shape future workforce
Professionals from across the Island are being encouraged to inspire the next generation by volunteering through an IW Council-backed careers…
Read MoreHoli charity night at Lakeside Hotel
An Indian-themed fund-raiser for Mountbatten and the Dementia UK Admiral Nurses (IW) Appeal will be held at Lakeside Hotel on…
Read MoreWest Wight extend lead as Whitecroft & Barton reach Challenge Cup final
With the weather continuing to impact fixtures, Whitecroft & Barton beat Brading to reach the Challenge Cup final, and West…
Read MoreRyde School pupils raise £2,600 for Ghana school with sell-out show
A sell-out show, organised by pupils at Ryde School, has raised £2,600 for its partner school in Africa. Songs on…
Read MoreCouncil leader warns Exceptional Financial Support is ‘not new funding’ after £12.9m offer
The Government has confirmed it is “minded to approve” borrowing under Exceptional Financial Support (EFS) for the Isle of Wight…
Read MoreWildheart seeks 50 fearless fundraisers
To kick off their 50th Anniversary Celebrations, the Wildheart Animal Sanctuary is looking for 50 fearless fundraisers to take on…
Read MoreRoyal Mail delays hit Isle of Wight as post arrives late
The postal delivery system has been criticised after a spate of late deliveries across the Island. Readers have contacted the…
Read MoreYaverland Beach named among world’s most unique by Tripadvisor
Tilly WalderYaverland beach, in Sandown, has been named among the world’s most unique beaches in the latest Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice ‘Best…
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