Isle of Wight Observer
Mal Butler
Man charged after disturbance at Newport Kingdom Hall remains in custody
A man who attempted to force his way into a religious event in Newport last week has been charged with…
Read MoreApril road improvement works planned at three Isle of Wight locations
Three improvement schemes will be carried out by Island Roads in April. Works at Heathfield Road in Freshwater, Howgate Road…
Read MoreSnap Fitness IW donates 210 Easter eggs to children at St Mary’s Hospital
Snap Fitness IW delivered 210 Easter eggs to the paediatric departments at St Mary’s Hospital on Friday. The donation was…
Read MoreWight Orienteers celebrates 50 years of navigating the Isle of Wight
Wight Orienteers is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, marking half a century since a small group of Island runners…
Read MoreIsle of Wight detectorist finds rare Bronze Age gold ring dating back 3,000 years
Island metal detectorist Mark Smedmor has described discovering a rare Bronze Age gold object as his “second find of a…
Read MoreAngel Radio set for DAB boost as Island nostalgia station awaits approval
Angel Radio, the Island’s long‑running nostalgia station, is preparing for a major leap forward as it awaits final approval from…
Read MoreRescued breeding dog Nellie gets new start as Island charity appeals for help
A dog rescued after being used repeatedly for breeding is now enjoying a new life thanks to the care of…
Read MoreSalty’s in Yarmouth to reopen in April under new operators
Salty’s in Yarmouth is to reopen at the end of April with new tenants taking over the restaurant and bar.…
Read MoreWightAID awards more than £13,500 to Island good causes in first 2026 grant round
Island good causes across the age range have shared more than £13,500 in the first WightAID round of grant giving…
Read MoreAn Evening with Football Legend – Peter Shilton
Medina Theatre | Saturday May 30 2026 | 7.30pm One night. One legend. Live on the Isle of Wight. Don’t…
Read MoreTwelve Isle of Wight Council managers earn more than £100,000
Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy ReporterTwelve senior managers at the Isle of Wight Council are now earning salaries in excess of £100,000 a year, newly…
Read MoreNew Shanklin eatery champions Island produce and healthy food
Shanklin mayor, Sara Sheath, cut the ribbon to officially open Eat Wight – Sandwich & Spud Bar, on Falcon Cross…
Read MoreCherry Godfrey expands on Isle of Wight with Ward House client deal
Cherry Godfrey has expanded its presence on the Isle of Wight, after acquiring the mortgage, life insurance and general insurance…
Read MoreIsland Scouts sleep out to support homeless veterans
Ten Scouts from 1st Godshill & Rookley gave up the comfort of a bed for the night on Saturday, March…
Read MoreSandown Town Hall to become new creative hub for Island artists
Part of Sandown Town Hall is set to become a new home for artists, makers, and creatives, following the completion…
Read MoreMedina Marching Band celebrates 50th anniversary with spring concert
Medina Marching Band marked its 50th anniversary with a spring concert on Saturday March 28, bringing together past and present…
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