Island’s RNLI is still desperately needed
Isle of Wight ObserverThe RNLI was founded in 1824, but after 200 years the bravery and selflessness of its volunteer crews are still…
Read MoreVintage group present three charity cheques
When fifteen members of Vectis 40 Vintage gathered at The Dairyman’s Daughter in Arreton for a pre-Christmas lunch, cheque presentations…
Read MoreMatt lights up Goldcrest Close
The 10th anniversary of the Goldcrest Close Christmas Lights celebration in Newport took place last Thursday (November 30). The spectacular…
Read MoreNew book tells of Totland history
Mal ButlerA new book, entitled ‘Totland Reflections’, telling the story of how the village grew from a small farming community into…
Read MoreHelp Rotary transform children’s hospital stays
Isle of Wight Rotary is asking Islanders to come together to help refurbish the children’s ward garden at St. Mary’s…
Read MoreRyde community rallies round fire-affected family
The ‘Christmas Spirit’ is alive and well on the Island, as a family of four was offered free hotel accommodation…
Read MoreRoad schemes start next week
Residents are being advised of two road improvement projects that will take place next week. Stroudwood Road on the outskirts…
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Read MoreNo mention of ferries in 58-page transport report
A major new report issued by the body that “speaks with a single voice about strategic transport priorities for the…
Read MoreNew group wants a ‘progressive’ MP
A new campaign group wants to unite Island voters to support a ‘progressive candidate’ to ensure the Conservatives do not…
Read MoreHistoric clock back in place
A clock that has been telling Seaview residents the time for almost a century has been restored to working order.…
Read MoreNewchurch Male Voice Choir says ‘thank you’
Newchurch Male Voice Choir chairman, Rod Riddell, and musical director, Roy Bevan, presented Howard Wilkie with Honorary Life Membership of…
Read More‘I just wanted to redevelop’
“I was trying to improve the Bay Area – but I won’t stay where I’m not wanted,” that’s the response…
Read MoreChristmas tree festival is back
This year’s Brighstone Christmas Tree Festival starts with a Lights of Love service on Wednesday (Dec 6) at 7pm, in…
Read MoreMP spends £3,000 on letter drafting service
Labour councillor Richard Quigley claims Bob Seely spends more than £3,000 a year on a letter drafting service while hypocritically…
Read MoreThree contenders for Ventnor seat
A third political challenger is bringing a ray of hope that he will take the Isle of Wight Council seat…
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