SPIIOW walks that extra mile during difficult times
Isle of Wight ObserverSPIIOW – the Isle of Wight’s Suicide Prevention and Intervention organisation, are stepping up the work they undertake ensuring that…
Read More‘Privilege seats’ on school buses could be reduced
Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy ReporterSome youngsters could face problems getting to school as the school bus contract is renewed.
Read MoreIsland pianist aiming to become BBC Young Musician 2020
Highly-accomplished pianist Thomas will be competing in the first of the category finals, for keyboard, which will be broadcast this…
Read MoreHTP Apprenticeship College to host virtual open day
HTP Apprenticeship College are hosting a virtual open day for all 16-18 school leavers on Tuesday May 5 from 10am.…
Read MoreCan you help Island historians identify these mystery locations?
The six images form part of a collection of more than 600 glass plate negatives taken by Sandown photographer, James…
Read MoreChildren say ‘thank you ferry much’ to travelling key workers
Around 60 pictures were received in just a matter of days!
Read MoreMP shows support for the Island’s struggling B&B providers
“With so many Island businesses dependant on the visitor economy, it is vitally important that B&Bs are not forgotten about"
Read MoreTest centre closes, but will return later this week
'But why can't we have a permanent one?'
Read MoreCharity candle raising money for the Mountbatten Coronavirus Appeal
ChilliWinter in Cowes are raising funds for the Moutbatten Coronavirus Appeal with a range of beautiful hand-made rainbow candles. The…
Read MoreIslander’s response puts community at the heart of partnership
Residents in care homes and specialist housing, operated by Southern Housing Group, have benefitted from the kindness
Read MoreCouncil issues update on business rates grants
Business rates grants update
Read MoreWas this taken on VE Day?
The Isle of Wight Council’s Heritage Service is keen to find out more about the photograph above, which is held…
Read MoreFind out about Roman coins in latest family activity pack
The next exciting family activity craft pack is now available!
Read MoreStill time to sign up for Walk the Wight Your Way
There is still time to turn your daily exercise routine into a fundraising effort!
Read MoreA sweet treat for frontline NHS staff on the Island
Frontline NHS staff at St Mary’s hospital were given a sweet surprise this week
Read MoreWarriors promoters to supply masks to NHS staff and many others
‘Wightlink’ Warriors speedway club will have free reusable face masks available shortly!
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