The sun shines on the Newchurch Male Voice Choir
Press ReleaseWith the evening sun shining through the stained glass windows of St. Saviours on the Cliff Church in Shanklin on…
Read MoreNew goalposts have been installed in Newport recreation grounds
Newport & Carisbrooke Community Council (NCCC) have purchased twelve goals to be enjoyed free of charge throughout the summer holidays.…
Read MorePolice appeal following Havenstreet collision
Police are appealing for witnesses and dash cam footage following a serious collision in Havenstreet. Police were called at 12.44am…
Read MoreGet ready for a great day out at Wolverton Manor
The Island’s largest garden fair is back this September, offering an unique chance to see many of the Island’s animal…
Read MoreVECTIS VIEW: Rev Emma and Rev Steve – Parish of Newport and Carisbrooke with Gatcombe
We were sorry to read Hazel Wyld’s letter in last week’s IW Observer, about her observations on the revitalised Newport…
Read MoreHOLMSEY: Prices go up – get over it!
Robin Hill has a new owner, and, swiftly, the local rumour mill determined that, when it re-opens, admission would be…
Read MoreVentnor and Yarmouth present their carnivals over the week
Carnivals are in full swing with events taking place over the next four days, both with a long history, along…
Read MoreSTAR LETTER: Such a wonderful Island
Dear Editor, I would like to share a story that illustrates the character of this lovely Island, please. My husband…
Read MoreBumper crowds for Chale Show this year
The Chale Show enjoyed a bumper weekend with a revised layout helping huge crowds to enjoy the occasion. It follows…
Read MoreLOOK BACK IN TIME: 11 August 1855
The Isle of Wight Observer published on August 11th, 1855 told the tale of a lad with a tail –…
Read MoreAppeal for witnesses to Shanklin exposure incident
The police are appealing for witnesses to an exposure incident which occurred in Shanklin. It was reported to police that…
Read MorePopular parade lights up Shanklin on Saturday night
Shanklin’s Old Village was lit up with vibrant floats and summer sounds yesterday (Saturday) evening, with pulsating packed pubs, celebrating…
Read MoreCowes lifeboat attend beached yacht in the Beaulieu River
A 34-foot yacht that went hard aground in the mud of Beaulieu River led to the launching of Cowes RNLI…
Read MoreSerious concerns raised about the impact of ExxonMobil’s CO2 pipeline plans
The Isle of Wight Biosphere Steering Committee has raised a number of critical questions regarding the proposed Solent CO2 pipeline.…
Read More80 runners turn up for West Wight LART
Wednesday evening (August 7) saw the West Wight Road Runners (WWRR) host a Let’s All Run Together (LART) event. They…
Read MoreIsle of Wight MP receives threat following political unrest
With political unrest sweeping the country following the stabbing of three young girls in Southport, Richard Quigley MP has reported…
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