Isle of Wight Observer
Mal Butler
Half-term history fun
Families can step back in time this February half-term, as hands-on “Clay Day Activities” return to the Newport Roman Villa.…
Read MoreNew lease of life for Atherfield Bay site?
The long‑derelict Atherfield Bay Holiday Resort has taken a step forward, after new documents aimed at meeting outstanding conditions linked…
Read MoreRSYC cheque presentation
The Royal Solent Yacht Club (RSYC, in Yarmouth, has presented a cheque for £9,205 to the Hants & IW Air…
Read MoreCoastal wall failure
People are being urged to avoid Seaview slipway, after damage was discovered in a coastal defence wall. The IW Council…
Read MoreFossil walks continue during museum works
Families can still enjoy a prehistoric half-term despite renovation work at Dinosaur Isle, as the museum takes its activities out…
Read MoreNew orchard takes root at Havenstreet railway
A new heritage orchard has been planted at the IW Steam Railway in Havenstreet as part of efforts to support…
Read MoreCoat of Hopes visits the Island
The Coat of Hopes, a patchwork garment which is on a walking pilgrimage across the UK, arrived in Ryde for…
Read MoreIsland windows firm cuts landfill waste
Island Windows has teamed up with REHAU Recycling and its specialist facility PVCR in a move that will significantly reduce…
Read MoreRyde cabaret raises £400
Ryde was treated to an evening of live entertainment as Glamour, Sparkle & Cabaret took to the stage at The…
Read MoreResidents say ‘see you in court’ – again
The Isle of Wight Council is heading back to court over the controversial West Acre Park development, after Greenfields (IOW)…
Read MoreIW Hockey Club appeals for help
The Isle of Wight Hockey Club has issued an urgent appeal for support, after severe weather left its home pitch…
Read MoreYarmouth Pancake Day
A record 400 pupils took part in the annual Yarmouth Pancake Races in drizzly conditions on Tuesday. The children were…
Read MoreFlare sparks rescue
Cowes RNLI had a quick crew change to launch a rescue, after members spotted a red flare activated in the…
Read MoreThis weekend’s Island sport fixtures
Tomorrow (Saturday) at 2pm unless otherwise stated. Football Hamworthy Rec v East Cowes Vics (3pm), Newport Whitchurch (3pm), Brading v…
Read MoreChairman leaves Alliance Group
Isle of Wight Council chairman, Cllr Ian Dore, has confirmed he has left the Alliance Group and will sit as…
Read MoreIsland sport body created to support investment
A new group has been formed to support investment in sport and facilities on the Island. The organisation, now known…
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