Isle of Wight Observer
Mal Butler
Firefighter runs 270km in memory of his dad
This September, a Brading man, cared for by Mountbatten Isle of Wight, will be remembered through a fund-raising running challenge,…
Read MoreIsland Malayali community celebrates Onam festival
More than 100 members of the Island’s Malayali community celebrated the Onam Festival, with vibrant singing and dancing at the…
Read MoreGiant Pavlova for former High Sherrif
More than 100 guests gathered on Sunday afternoon to celebrate the 95th birthday of former High Sheriff and custodian of…
Read MoreFunday raises £900 for East Cowes charity
A Community Spirited Cafe Funday raised more than £900 for the East Cowes charity, on Saturday. The day of entertainment…
Read MoreFeeling on Top of the World
By Emma Harper Last Friday, my husband, my grandparents and I had the absolute pleasure of watching Carpenters Gold perform…
Read MoreTicket to Ryde brings music to the seafront
Ticket to Ryde returns to the seafront this weekend, bringing two days of free live music and entertainment to the…
Read MoreSteampunk Saturday for the family
The Apollo Theatre Players in Newport will be screening two atmospheric mystery Steampunk-themed films today (Saturday). At 2pm Hugo, directed…
Read MoreThousands line streets for spectacular Sandown Illuminated Carnival parade
The Surbiton Youth Royal British Legion Marching Band stole the show, as it led the Sandown Illuminated Carnival parade on…
Read MoreThree arrested on suspicion of serious assault after baby taken to St Mary’s Hospital
Three people, two from Ryde and one Shanklin, have been arrested on suspicion of serious assault after a one-year-old baby…
Read MoreFirefighters save historic Ryde Town Hall after suspected deliberate blaze
Firefighters worked through the night to save the historic Ryde Town Hall after a fire, thought to be started deliberately,…
Read MoreFirst Asian hornet spotted in Cowes
The Isle of Wight’s first credible sighting of an Asian hornet has been recorded in Cowes, triggering an urgent search…
Read MoreIsle of Wight planning applications: 28th Aug 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 MorePompey fans offered late-night crossings
Hovertravel is continuing to run special late-night services, to help Isle of Wight Portsmouth FC supporters get home after selected…
Read MoreUnder the sea theme brings Yarmouth to life
Lord-Lieutenant Susie Sheldon was dressed as never before, as she took part in the fun of the Yarmouth Carnival on…
Read MoreFormer Marex staff wanted for anniversary celebration
Cowes company Yokogawa Marex is approaching its 60th birthday and is looking for any former employees who are still living…
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