Brighstone’s one- clawed visitor
Isle of Wight ObserverA rare, blue lobster was found on the shore of Brighstone Beach on Wednesday, by IW Observer reader, Emma McPhail.…
Read MoreTaxi driver slams ferry companies
A taxi driver has accused Island ferry companies of ‘profiteering’ and showing ‘no compassion’ after paying around £90 more than…
Read MoreMusical evenings support charity
Two evenings of music, fun, and community spirit have taken place at Barton Manor, in aid of Polly’s Fund. The…
Read More‘Overwhelming’ opposition to oil giant’s pipeline plans
Isle of Wight Councillor Nick Stuart is urging Islanders to join him in opposing plans by American oil giant, Exxon…
Read MoreMorley takes the Nora Championship title
Former Isle of Wight captain, Ben Morley, is the new Nora British 500cc Speedway Champion after a night of drama…
Read MoreHappy birthday to two sucessful Newport businesses
The Isle of Wight Observer is six years old today – and we share our birthday with another successful Newport…
Read MoreBrighstone’s one-clawed visitor
A rare blue lobster was found on the shore of Brighstone Beach on Wednesday, by IW Observer reader, Emma McPhail.…
Read MoreWhy all the secrecy?
Regular readers of the IW Observer will remember the saga of the Lighthouse Clinic. Back in March, there were whispers…
Read MoreIsle of Wight planning applications: 9th August 2024
See full planning notices and all documents by entering the reference number into the search bar on the planning portal.…
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Read MoreBeach soccer boys do the Island proud
The Isle of Wight U-11 beach soccer team made an impressive mark at the Beach Fest in Bournemouth on Sunday.…
Read MoreDo you have an interest in writing and want to be published?
A day for all Islanders with an interest in writing will be held at Carisbrooke Priory just outside Newport, on…
Read MoreShoplifter jailed for stealing more than £900 worth of goods from Newport shops
Raymond Skelly, aged 45, appeared at Isle of Wight Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, August 1, where he pleaded guilty to…
Read MoreIsland to undergo green roads revolution to help reduce flooding and storm overflows
The IW Council and Southern Water have agreed a new partnership to transform roads across the Island in an effort…
Read MoreGrand Prix tech used as Gills Cliff Road opens on Friday
Gills Cliff Road in Ventnor is set to re-open on Friday (August 9) following the completion of a major safety…
Read MoreMulti-million pound improvement works at Ryde Interchange now complete
The completion of improvement works at Ryde interchange has been hailed by the council’s leader as “a landmark” day in…
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