Our two new MPs were sworn in this week, with a common aim
Mal ButlerTwo new MPs, two different parties, one common aim – getting to grips with the Island’s ferry issues. As Richard…
Read MoreMelodic Choir perform modern renditions in East Cowes
Isle of Wight ObserverAre you looking for some fantastic music to enjoy on a Saturday evening? Melodic Choir are holding a concert at…
Read MoreVoluntary work celebrated at High Sheriff’s reception
The Island’s High Sheriff, Graham Biss, invited volunteers from many Island organisations to a special reception, on Sunday, to celebrate…
Read MoreNew strategy will lead to school closures but IW Council claims it will deliver better results
The huge challenge facing Isle of Wight schools amid falling birth rates and the steep decline in pupil numbers is…
Read MoreRVYC takes 90 disabled guests out on the water
The Royal Victoria Yacht Club (RVYC), in Fishbourne, has been welcoming guests to its ‘Open Day for People with Disabilities’…
Read MoreYachts take to the sea for Taittinger’s regatta
Nearly 200 yachts will take part in this weekend’s 16th Taittinger’s regatta at the Royal Solent Yacht Club, Yarmouth. The…
Read MoreA new tournament for IW women’s football is to be launched
Independent financial services company, Cherry Godfrey, with offices in Newport, has revealed exciting plans to launch the Cherry Godfrey Cup…
Read MoreNew rival ferry plans to take on Wightlink
A new £1 million vessel, which will carry passengers ‘Quay to Quay’ set to rival Wightlink’s passenger service, cruised into…
Read MoreLOOK BACK IN TIME: 17 July 1858
The Isle of Wight Observer published on 17th July, 1858 shows that worries about sewage in the sea are nothing…
Read MoreVENTNOR FRINGE FEATURE: Wyrd Wight Tales
Observer FeaturesThe Tide Nor Time Players presents Wyrd Wight Tales, a spellbinding production that dives into the Island’s folklore. This series…
Read MoreVENTNOR FRINGE FEATURE: Place of Safety
Go along to see Place of Safety – this year’s art installation at the shelter in La Falaise car park…
Read MoreVENTNOR FRINGE FEATURE: Murder, She Didn’t Write
After years of selling out at the Edinburgh Fringe, ‘Murder, She Didn’t Write’ will be at Ventnor Fringe this year.…
Read MoreVENTNOR FRINGE FEATURE: Two Shows, One Man, One Van!
As part of a UK tour, actor Mark Stratford is bringing his two 5-star reviewed solo shows to the Ventnor…
Read MoreFormer Ryde lifeguard is on her way to Paris in August
Former Ryde lifeguard, Annie Carrick, has been selected for Team GB in the mixed double sculls (PR3) in Paris in…
Read MoreVentnor Rugby Club raises money for the Team Teddy Appeal
Ventnor Rugby Club’s fund-raising efforts during May’s Randonee has enabled a £400 donation to the Team Teddy Appeal for Teddy…
Read MoreGoodenoughs honoured with The Harold Hillier Award
By Roz Whistance A huge gap in the history of The Harold Hillier Award, which honours an Isle of Wight…
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