Appeal lodged over nine new Northwood houses
IW Observer.co.ukPlanning agents have accused the Isle of Wight Council of ‘effectively undermining its own strategic policy’, when it turned down…
Read MoreHOLMSEY: The NHS: frustrating and shambolic, but life-saving
As the horrific assault on Ukraine has been unfolding, I’ve been a bit distracted, not totally keeping up with the…
Read MoreIW Police in Teddy search
The IW Police are asking for donations of knitted Teddy bears which can be distributed to children involved with domestic…
Read MoreRyde interchange works set to begin next month
The works to improve Ryde Transport Interchange to provide better travel connectivity, as well as improved public space, is set…
Read MoreA LOOK BACK IN TIME: A poll to decide…
The Isle of Wight Observer of 26th March, 1853 carries a number of articles about a poll held to decide…
Read MoreTake meter-readings before April Fool’s Day price hikes
The local Footprint Trust charity, which gives Islanders free help and guidance on domestic utility bills, has declared next Thursday…
Read MoreIslanders win match against Hamble with only 10 men
IW Men’s 2XI 3 v Hamble 3s 0 The men’s 2XI hockey team hosted Hamble 3s. With last minute changes,…
Read MoreWhite box moving from the green in St Helens
The Isle of Wight Council and St Helens Parish Council teamed up after a WightFibre box was installed in the…
Read MoreEnter the Isle of Wight Festival’s charity ballot
After the success of previous years, the Isle of Wight Festival’s local charity initiative returns. Local charities and good causes…
Read MoreExciting news from the IW Observer team
The Isle of Wight Observer will be opening in the heart of historic Newport. With the support of the Newport…
Read MoreShanklin’s last bank to close
Shanklin has been dealt a devastating blow with the news that the town’s last bank is to close in July.…
Read MoreVECTIS VIEW: Paul Jennings: New director of the Apollo Players
I have recently taken over as director of the Apollo Players, just at the start of their 50th season. To…
Read MoreEnd of an era at Arreton Barns
The Sweetcorn Fayre at Arreton Barns has been a staple event on the Island for more than a decade, but…
Read MoreIsle of Wight Observer Issue 167
Isle of Wight ObserverClick on the cover to read this issue
Read MoreGenerous Ryde shoppers support Ukrainian appeal
Ryde Lions Club raised more than £1,200 for Ukraine Refuges, following a collection outside the town’s Anglesea Street Co-Op on…
Read MoreLiz battles through in not-so-sunny Cyprus
Wight Tri member Liz Dunlop took part in the Paphos Logicom 10km Road Race, a huge event offering runs in…
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