LOOK BACK IN TIME: 1st December, 1855
Isle of Wight ObserverA story published in the Isle of Wight Observer on 1st December, 1855 describes the ‘extraordinary feat’ of a disabled…
Read MoreDerek’s memories of supersonic flight
Mal ButlerThe 20th anniversary of the retirement of Concorde brought memories flooding back for a West Wight man. Derek Moore, of…
Read MoreThe Elms welcomes dementia campaigner
The work of a campaigner for dementia care has been recognised in a local care home. Sally, Lady Grylls, visited…
Read MoreCherry Godfrey launches new insurance business
Cherry Godfrey, an independent financial services company, has launched its personal and commercial insurance business on the Island. This means…
Read MoreNew crew member launches lifeboat Christmas fundraiser
New Sandown & Shanklin Lifeboat crew member, Blossom Kelly, aged just 21 weeks, helped launch the charity’s annual Christmas fund-raising…
Read MoreVECTIS VIEW: We need more than political slogans!
Do you remember that ‘Labour isn’t working’ Saatchi Ad in 1978? The agency’s old boss now says he’s backing Labour.…
Read MoreVECTIS VIEW: Jonathan Peel – A life in the entertainment industry
I began song-writing in 1964, writing for Billy Fury, Cupid’s Inspiration, The Herd, Don Partridge and the New Seekers, and…
Read MoreIsland pub landlady celebrates 30 years
A West Wight pub landlady celebrated 30 years at the helm with a ‘60s and rock stars fancy dress party…
Read MoreHelp is available at Christmas time
If you’re feeling stressed out with the cost of the festive season coming up, support is available across the Island…
Read MoreAnnual Christmas light switch-on
Thousands of lights lit up the sky at the annual Christmas switch-on in Long Lane, Newport, on Saturday. Terry and…
Read MoreLights of Love at crematorium
A special ‘Lights of Love’ service is to be held at the Isle of Wight Crematorium chapel for families and…
Read MoreClaire’s Christmas card of Carisbrooke Castle
The chairman of the Isle of Wight Council has announced the winner of her 2023 Christmas card design competition. Skylette,…
Read MoreBrian’s vibrant work on show in Cowes
Cowes artist and designer, Brian Marriott, is holding his annual solo Christmas Exhibition at the Island Sailing Club, Cowes. Working…
Read MoreTilly’s Insights: Ventnor Botanical Gardens
Tilly WalderLast Tuesday I visited Ventnor Botanic Garden, proclaimed Britain’s hottest garden and home to more than 30,000 rare and sub-tropical…
Read More‘You are not alone’ IW health roadshow
On Wednesday (December 8), Community Action IW will be holding a health roadshow at The Riverside Centre in Newport from…
Read MoreThe Mountbatten Gift Fair is back
The Mountbatten Gift Fair is returning to Bembridge Sailing Club this weekend, featuring a range of boutique and high-end stalls…
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