Red Funnel’s troubled sale and unanswered questions
Isle of Wight ObserverAfter months of denials, the truth about Red Funnel’s potential sale has come to light, thanks to one of its…
Read MoreWho believes these closures are needed?
The council is clearly braced to expect an outcry from parents over the closure proposals. That has already started, with…
Read MoreBook a brilliant Christmas Party at Newclose
Newclose County Cricket Ground is offering an unique and festive opportunity for those seeking to host private Christmas parties in…
Read MoreVECTIS VIEW: Dr Nick England – Former head of Ryde School, chair of governors at the IW College, a school inspector and A-level examiner
When I became a headteacher, I was invited by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) to become an inspector. This required…
Read MoreHOLMSEY: What do Oasis and our ferries have in common?
Nothing compares to Bruce Springsteen and the East Street Band playing live, although the Jam’s equally exciting rock-‘n’-roll music was…
Read MoreA bench has been stolen from a recreation ground
A Newport & Carisbrooke Community Council (NCCC) bench has been stolen from Downside Recreation Ground, with another bench removed and…
Read MoreDefib feature prompts Paul’s action to save lives
Mal ButlerA Shanklin businessman, who suffered a near-fatal heart attack and two cardiac arrests four years ago, has installed a defibrillator…
Read More‘Unsafe’ property will go under the hammer
It sounds like the bargain of the century – but potantial buyers need to read the small print. A semi-detached…
Read MoreThis week’s midweek football results
In the Hampshire Senior Cup, Newport won 3-2 away at Millbrook, with goals from Jordan Browne, Sonny Myram and Mike…
Read MoreUpset Freshwater residents raise planning concerns
Freshwater residents were given a chance to have their say on proposals for three developments in the West Wight, at…
Read MoreRespected councillor resigns after meeting
A long-standing Freshwater parish councillor has resigned following an acrimonious monthly parish meeting at the Memorial Hall on Tuesday. Gill…
Read MoreWIGHT IN WESTMINSTER: Richard Quigley, Labour MP for IW West
I wrote my first column as MP at the height of summer, when the Island was a flurry with tourists…
Read MoreTime and resources wasted on hoax calls
Bembridge RNLI has warned that hoax calls can cost lives in emergencies, following a recent incident. A spokesman said: “On…
Read MoreFree help and practical advice on energy saving
The government’s decision to scrap winter fuel payments will affect around 10 million UK pensioners who do not receive pension…
Read MoreThe IW Classic Motor Show makes a return
The IW Classic Motor Show returns this year tomorrow (Saturday) and Sunday, September 8, and is open from 10am to…
Read MoreA new book set on the Isle of Wight: A Drowning Tide
Drowning Tide is an unpredictable, gripping story of toxic families, dangerous secrets and the past catching up with the present.…
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