It’s a hive of activity down at BAE Systems
Press ReleaseLast year BAE Systems decided to leave significant areas of grass at its Cowes site to grow naturally, and they…
Read MoreMaureen Sullivan talks about A Bard in the Hand, Bembridge Little Theatre Club’s latest production
The writer of A Bard in the Hand, Maureen Sullivanm answers questions about the Summer Pantomime that starts on Thursday,…
Read MoreIsle of Wight Observer Issue 135
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Read MoreAppleton pleases the crowds as speedway returns to the Island
The first Wightlink Warriors’ Summer Spectacular speedway meeting was a master class of track skill from former British Grasstrack Masters…
Read More60 dinghy entries to championship
Gurnard Sailing Club welcomed 60 boats across five fleets to the inaugural Isle of Wight Dinghy Championships last weekend. On…
Read MoreAbbeyfield residents’ speedboating thrills
An intrepid group of Abbeyfield Yarmouth residents took to the waves thanks to the charity Wetwheels. The seven residents, along…
Read MoreSpare a thought for our hard-working waste collection crews this summer
As the Island basked in the hottest weather of the year in recent weeks, please spare a thought for the…
Read MorePublic safety concerns for four level crossings
South Western Railways (SWR) have temporarily closed a number of level crossings around Ryde and Brading because of concerns for…
Read MorePan Together will put donation to good use
Pan Together, the charity which provides a community hub and supports the residents of east Newport, has received a donation…
Read MorePositive engagement led to hostel being accepted
Residents of Pan and Barton have been praised by after a new homeless shelter and recovery service for up to…
Read MoreCovid testing centre now open seven days
The Island’s Covid-19 testing centre has increased its opening hours. The test centre, at Newclose County Cricket Ground in Newport,…
Read MoreQueen’s cousin visits the Island
His Royal Highness Prince Michael of Kent, cousin of HM The Queen, made a two-day visit to the Island recently…
Read MoreJack Up brings back the good times this summer
Jack Up brings back the good times this summer Centred around feel-good music from the ’80s and ’90s, there’ll be…
Read MoreVectis View – Healthwatch
Vectis View Chris Orchin, Chairman of Healthwatch Isle of Wight The clue is in the name. Healthwatch Isle of Wight…
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