Red Funnel supports Mountbatten’s ‘Go Yellow’ day
Isle of Wight ObserverRed Funnel Ferries is proud to support ‘Go Yellow’, an annual Mountbatten Isle of Wight fundraiser which aims to “turn…
Read MorePupils paint mural for primary school
At the end of last term Christ the King College students in Year 10, 12 and 13 painted a mural…
Read MoreThe Last Cigarette a new album launch on Rough Trade for local song writer Angelina Grimshaw
Angelina has been regularly supporting The Isle Of Wight N.H.S Trust hospital with Lunchtime Performances at The Full Circle Restaurant…
Read MoreHassle-free laying up at Cowes Harbour
As the nights draw in, it’s the time when thoughts turn to preparing for winter. Whether that’s taking your boat…
Read MoreSarah and her team walk their way to ‘Workplace’ honours
The individual and team winners of the summer ‘Workplace Walking Challenge’ have been announced. Sarah West, a legal assistant at…
Read MoreHalloween ‘Hocus Pocus’ at Cineworld
Age UK Isle of Wight is inviting all Islanders to grab some popcorn and celebrate Halloween with them at an…
Read MoreFunds needed to help cover emergency surgery to remove cat’s eye
A local cat charity is hoping to raise funds needed to cover emergency veterinary treatment for a cat who needed…
Read MoreNew West End role for Millie
Isle of Wight actor, singer and dancer Millie O’Connell is to lead the cast, along with Luke Bayer, in the…
Read MoreSad farewell to Aysha, a much-loved IW Zoo tiger
The Isle of Wight Zoo has reluctantly bid a sad farewell to one of its favourite residents. Aysha, a much-loved…
Read MoreChance to learn life-saving skills
St John Ambulance volunteers are offering the chance to learn how to help someone in cardiac arrest. A series of…
Read MorePaul’s Gift to Nature to raise vital funds
Local wood sculptor, Paul Sivell, has donated a very special piece of work to local environmental charity Gift to Nature,…
Read MoreElvis tribute act Ben has ’em rocking in aisles
Blessing Shanklin Theatre’s stage with his blue suede shoes, Elvis Presley tribute act Ben Portsmouth gave the performance of a…
Read MoreDecades of dedication from Hovertravel trio
Three staff members who have each worked at Hovertravel for 10 years have been recognised by the company. Terri Frost…
Read MoreSaver Card ‘sweetener’ for floating bridge commuters
The floating bridge returned to service at 5am on Monday, having had both prow hinges strengthened. As a goodwill gesture,…
Read MoreElbie braves shave for Macmillan
Elbie Todd of Island Roads raised over £1,000 by having her head shaved for Macmillan Cancer Support. She was supported…
Read MoreNew house and community complex planned for Ryde
Property developers Captiva Homes have announced plans for up to 465 homes, new community facilities and a public open space…
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