Old chestnut turned to new squirrels
Isle of Wight ObserverWhen an old chestnut tree in the grounds of a Bembridge nursing home started dying, a plan was hatched to…
Read MoreIsland schools can win Kit for Schools from Aldi
Aldi is offering 20 schools across the UK, including here on the Isle of Wight, the chance to win £20,000…
Read MoreLively new venue for Ryde
Olivo restaurant in Ryde is to reopen under new ownership and management. The popular eatery closed in July, but is…
Read MoreStory of missing Isle of Wight teenager Damien Nettles
On November 2 it will be 23 years since Island teenager Damien Nettles mysteriously disappeared after a night out in…
Read MoreEpic journey for eagle
One of the white-tailed sea eagles released on the Island last month decamped to Kent this week, flying over London…
Read MoreScam partnership awareness campaign launched
A month long awareness raising campaign against scams will be run by the Isle of Wight Council during September. The…
Read MoreLesley Garrett warms-up her vocal cords onboard Red Funnel ferry on route to perform at Wight Proms
Opera singer, Lesley Garrett gave one Red Funnel Captain an unforgettable journey when she gave an impromptu performance on the…
Read MoreEnd2End cycle challenge returns
End2End, an exhilarating cycling challenge across the Isle of Wight, is back. The on and off-road ride, held in aid…
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