Isle of Wight Observer
IW Observations: Real transparency or just a slogan?
Our council claims to be open and transparent, but actions count far more than words. When the Economy, Regeneration, Transport…
Read MoreCowes WI turns pre-loved clothes into charity cash
Members of Cowes WI staged a successful New to Me Fashion Show at Cowes Football Club last week, raising valuable…
Read MoreChildcare provider praised for outstanding support
A Sandown nursery has been recognised for its high standards of care, learning and inclusion following an Ofsted inspection. Inspectors…
Read More£1,000 boost gives Eagles wings for Belgium tour
A pensioner has given a £1,000 donation to a youth football team. It will help their under-15s tour Belgium next…
Read MoreFrom Osborne to the Somme – remembering Vere Harmsworth
An Isle of Wight-educated First World War officer, who was killed during the Battle of the Somme, will be among…
Read MoreWight SAR celebrates 15 years of lifesaving
Isle of Wight Search & Rescue (Wight SAR) celebrates 15 years of service to the Island community on Tuesday. The…
Read MoreIsle of Wight planning applications: 6th Nov 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 MoreYoung cyclist Finley races to third place
Finley Manser-Grundy produced an impressive performance at Sunday’s Wessex Cyclocross League event in Newbury, finishing third overall in the under-10s…
Read MorePriory Prize Day
Pupils, parents, staff and former students gathered at the historic St Mildred’s Church, Whippingham, for the annual Prize Day celebration…
Read MoreGet your Mince Pie Marathon orders in
The popular Mince Pie Marathon is returning this festive season, with Islanders being encouraged to stock up on Christmas treats,…
Read MoreProm plodders raise £375 for Shanklin Age Concern
A determined group of walkers aged between 65 and 95 proved that age is no barrier to keeping mobile as…
Read MoreHave your say on support services, Islanders urged
More than 100 Islanders have already shared their views on the future of the Isle of Wight’s Living Well and…
Read MoreElectric vehicle parking perk ends this month
Electric vehicle drivers, using charging points in Isle of Wight Council car parks, will have to pay standard parking charges…
Read MoreBig Knit aims for 20,000 hats to raise funds for Age UK IW
Age UK Isle of Wight is calling on knitters, crocheters and community groups across the Island to help create 20,000…
Read MoreCowes bowlers celebrate season
Cowes Medina Bowling Club celebrated the end of its season with a presentation evening and meal at the Isle of…
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