VECTIS VIEW: Ian Mac, Founder and station manager of Vectis Radio
IW Observer.co.ukThe view from Vectis Radio…. but all I can see is the column next door; has he got planning permission…
Read MoreScott Cooper murder four people arrested
Four people who were arrested on Tuesday (March 15) in connection with the death of Scott Cooper in Ryde have…
Read MoreReaders picture of the week
This week’s image was sent to us by Leslie Cutbush who captured this picture of a horse and rider splashing…
Read MoreKatie ‘braves the shave’ for Natalie
Katie Rand ‘braved the shave’ last week to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support, to thank them for helping her…
Read MoreA LOOK BACK IN TIME: An Australian venture
The Isle of Wight Observer of March 17th, 1855 gives two accounts of trade which caught our eye this week.…
Read MoreMinister told of Islanders’ generosity to Ukrainians
The incredible generosity of Islanders helping to support and protect people affected by the invasion of Ukraine has been highlighted…
Read MorePolice investigate sea eagle’s death
A third white-tailed eagle has died within the last few weeks and is the subject of a police investigation. While…
Read MoreImpressive win over Andover
There were lots of competitive matches this weekend. The men’s first team secured an impressive win over Andover, with the…
Read MoreNHS bring in new morgue charges
The Isle of Wight Council confirmed Thursday morning, that plans for controversial increases in charges for bereavement services have been…
Read MoreOver £6k raised!
A ball at Gurnard Pines, in memory of tragic Zoe Panayi has raised more than £6,500 for the hospice and…
Read MoreHOLMSEY: The outlook’s grim
I hate to be gloomy but, if you hadn’t already noticed, our economy is in serious trouble. Like all nations,…
Read MoreIsle of Wight Observer Issue 166
Isle of Wight ObserverClick on the cover to read this issue
Read MoreA LOOK BACK IN TIME: County petty sessions
The Isle of Wight Observer of March, 13th 1869 tells tales of stolen swedes and news that Yarmouth Castle (used…
Read MoreCabinet Connection – Phil Jordan Cabinet Member for Highways PFI, Transport and Infrastructure
I think I should say straight away that, contrary to reports in some local media that the IW Council has…
Read MoreVECTIS VIEW: John Peck, Sandown Sprint track builder
With excitement building, as the first Isle of Wight Sprint moves towards reality after years of setbacks, I am looking…
Read MoreHOLMSEY: If they can do it…
Years ago, I supplied funeral vehicles to TV production companies; it was interesting and paid well. One day, I took…
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