Remembering Dave Allington
Mal ButlerA night remembering former Island DJ, the late Dave Allington, is being held at Cowes FC, Reynolds Close, next Saturday…
Read MoreSymphonix Queen’s Shanklin premiere
Isle of Wight ObserverShanklin Theatre will host the premiere of the highly- anticipated concert, Symphonix Queen, on Wednesday (Oct 4), at 7.30pm. The…
Read MoreThe 39th landscape painting exhibition
The 39th annual exhibition, arranged by Professor Robin McInnes, opens in the Echium Room at Ventnor Botanic Garden on Sunday…
Read MoreHappiness in Havenstreet
Havenstreet had every reason to be proud, as it clinched the coveted title of “the Isle of Wight’s Best Kept…
Read MoreIW Scurry will take place next Sunday
The popular Isle of Wight Grand National & Ashey Scurry returns next Sunday (October 8), and will doubtless bring out…
Read MoreNew homeware store opens on Forest Road
A new homeware store featuring many of the products of Chessell Woodyard, called Chessell Interiors, opens tomorrow (Saturday). Chessell Interiors,…
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Read MoreConsultation on plans for Performing Arts Centre
When Shanklin Library was relocated to Falcon Cross, its former Victoria Avenue home was initially leased and subsequently purchased by…
Read MoreGet your flu jab says pharmacist
A top Island pharmacist is urging people to have their new flu vaccinations for the coming winter. Tim Gibbs, who…
Read MoreCelebrate Appley Day next Sunday
Everyone is invited to celebrate the green space of Appley Park, Ryde at Appley Day, next Sunday (October 1), 11am…
Read MoreWight Wolves all kitted out for the new season
Wight Wolves, women’s rugby team, are the proud owners of a new set of kit, sponsored by connector and cable…
Read MoreHoliday park festival raises record amount for charity
The Waverley Holiday Park’s ‘Beer, Music, Poetry and More Beer Festival’ held last weekend has raised a record amount of…
Read More‘Loved by all who knew him’
The family of a motorcyclist, who was involved in a single-vehicle fatal collision on the Military Road last month, have…
Read MorePC CONSULTANTS: What is Artificial Intelligence (AI)?
There has been a lot in the media and across social channels on the subject of Artificial Intelligence (AI). But…
Read MoreDuck freed from drain
A plucky duck had an amazing escape after being stuck in a drain for a fortnight. Two members of the…
Read MoreLOOK BACK IN TIME: 18th September 1920
The Isle of Wight Observer published on 18th September, 1920 discusses the unreliability of the British weather and the proposal…
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