Spanish Galleon replica docks on Island shores
Isle of Wight ObserverA replica of a 17th century Spanish galleon, the Galeon Andalucia, docked on Trinity Landing, Cowes, on Monday and will…
Read MoreEast Cowes are to receive a new marina
Cowes Harbour Commission (CHC) has unveiled exciting plans for a new marina in East Cowes. The project, part of CHC’s…
Read MorePan-demonium in this year’s football season
The 2024-25 IW Football season continues with further disciplinary issues. The Isle of Wight Division of Hampshire Football Association is…
Read MoreWonderful Wolverton weekend lives up to excitement
Tilly WalderFollowing suit from previous years, last weekend’s Wolverton Manor Garden Fair did not disappoint. Promoted as ‘the Island’s largest garden…
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Read More‘Musical Chairs’ exercise classes aim to boost the well-being of elderly and disabled residents
Jake HarrisonA local community group in Newport hopes to encourage residents to get out and shake it all about with their…
Read MoreHose Rhodes Dickson donate £1,000 towards skatepark
Freshwater Parish Council is delighted to accept another donation of £1,000 from Hose Rhodes Dickson towards the new skatepark and…
Read MoreCare and support residents get together for sustainable summer event
Residents from Southern Housing’s care and support services on the Island were invited to pick up some skills in protecting…
Read MoreThe new Museum of Island Music History
A new museum, devoted to the musical history of the Isle of Wight, has opened in Newport. The first floor…
Read MoreLifeguards are thanked for their summer service
Sandown Mayor Alex Lightfoot, and Sandown town councillors, organised an end of season thank you and presentation of certificates to…
Read MoreThird arrest made following arson incidents at the Ocean Hotel
Officers investigating a recent series of arsons at the Ocean Hotel in Sandown have arrested a third man as part…
Read More‘Lovely people’ behind the Great Wight Bite
Among the stars at the Great Wight Bite this weekend will be television presenter and writer, Chris Bavin, who returns…
Read MoreBen runs to commemorate his grandma, Ann
Having lost his grandma, Ann Wallace, 15 years ago, Ben Snow has been looking for a way to commemorate her…
Read MoreIndonesia celebrations with music in East Cowes
The ambassador to Indonesia, Dr Desra Percaya, showed off his musical talent by playing the clarinet, to celebrate the 79th…
Read MoreSix schools may close to transform educational outcomes
The Isle of Wight Council has announced major plans to transform education across the Island, which include the controversial closure…
Read MoreSchools affected by closures will be released at 3.45pm
A school insider has let us know which schools will be affected by the planned consultations on closures. Staff and…
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