Wessex League Preview, Saturday, January 5
Isle of Wight ObserverIn the Wessex Premier, Cowes Sports, in 18th place, make the long journey to the Isle of Portland in Dorset,…
Read MoreDonkey sanctuary mourns loss of two more characters
The Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary has confirmed the deaths of 2 of their much-loved animals – Nobby and Scott.…
Read MoreDiscount scheme on offer to budding sports stars
A scheme which helps future Isle of Wight sports stars reach their full potential has been launched for 2019. The…
Read MoreSomers Brook Court welcome new members to free event
On Saturday 19th January, McCarthy & Stone’s retirement development in Newport are opening their doors to welcome potential new homeowners.…
Read MoreIslanders visiting mainland hospitals can now use freedom tickets
Hospital patients and visitors travelling by bus from the Isle of Wight to the mainland can now use their Southern…
Read MoreNew Year’s Day Boost for Isle of Wight tourism
A short visit from a TV crew in December has led to a film showcasing the Isle of Wight broadcast…
Read MoreVandals strike Nine Acres Community Primary School again
Police are appealing for information after a senseless act of vandalism was committed at a Newport Primary school. Several pictures…
Read MoreFire crews called to St Mary’s Hospital
Fire crews from the Isle of Wight fire and rescue service have been mobilised to St Mary’s Hospital to the…
Read More14 riders crossed the Solent for trails championships
The Isle of Wight was well represented at the final round of the Southern centre trials championships last weekend, when…
Read MoreIW Observer readers help return £1,000 stolen mountain bike
Ben Sheppard, the owner of the mountain bike that was stolen earlier this week, has written in to thank the…
Read MoreIsle of Wight Bloodhounds meet on New Year’s Day
The annual Isle of Wight Bloodhounds meet took place on New Year’s Day. Starting from Godshill, the pack welcomed more…
Read MoreIsle of Wight Speedway To Hold Fans Forum
As preparations continue for the 2019 speedway season, Isle of Wight ‘Wightlink’ Warriors co-promoters Barry Bishop and Martin Widman will…
Read MoreWight Strollers continue to give the gift of life
There’s no greater gift than the gift of life and that’s exactly what the Wight Strollers gave again this Christmas…
Read MorePictures show the aftermath of car ploughing into telephone pole
Pictures show the extent of the damage caused after a car crashed into a telephone pole and than rolled onto…
Read MoreLinkspan failure: Red Funnel issue statement
Further to our article of December 28, about delays to the Red Funnel Ferry service being caused by a faulty…
Read MoreHome Bargains introduces a ‘Quiet Hour’ to soothe shoppers
Discount retailer Home Bargains has introduced a weekly quiet hour to create a calmer environment for shoppers with autism. The…
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