Yarmouth memorial service for beloved mum and chef
Isle of Wight ObserverA memorial service is to be held for the late Wendy Lohse at St James’ Church, Yarmouth, next Saturday (September…
Read MoreHOLMSEY: Acceptance can be tough!
Do people often interrupt you mid-flow and say, “You’ve already told me that”? People often interrupt me mid-flow and say,…
Read MoreWest Wight Arts Association Concert
Star-studded international musicians will open the 2024/2025 season for West Wight Arts Association tomorrow (Saturday), in Freshwater Memorial Hall, starting…
Read MoreThe Smyths: Tribute Band to perform at Shanklin Theatre
by Grace Roberts Tribute band The Smyths are performing at Shanklin theatre tomorrow (Saturday). The band has been performing as…
Read MoreCalling all Volkswagen and camping enthusiasts!
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of fun and adventure at the Wight Buggin’ family-friendly camp out taking place this…
Read MoreLinda becomes a Queen’s Nurse due to community education
Mountbatten nurse, Linda Prendergast, has been awarded the Queen’s Nurse award for community education. The prestigious title is applied for…
Read MoreHaven Falconry needs your help to relocate
Mal ButlerThe Falconry Experience at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway, now known as the Haven Falconry, has started a Crowdfunder…
Read MoreFreshwater resident is set to swim for charity
A woman who lost three-and-a-half stone thanks to support from the West Wight Sports & Community Centre staff is doing…
Read MoreApply now for your free Tory party membership
The Isle of Wight Conservative Association is casting its net so wide in search of new councillors they might even…
Read MoreSTAR LETTER: The sums don’t add up…
Dear Editor, I am confused. We are one of the wealthiest countries in the world – right? So, why are…
Read MoreRed Funnel say: ‘We are not going bankrupt!’
In an extraordinary move on Tuesday evening, Red Funnel moved to deny that they had called in administrators, or were…
Read MoreLOOK BACK IN TIME: 15 September 1888
There was a threat of a kick up the backside made after a “leading inhabitant” of the Island read the…
Read MoreWin a VIP steampunk festival experience
Last week, the IW Observer included an article in its entertainment section about the first-ever IW Steampunk Festival, taking place…
Read MoreHorse struck by lightning at Island Riding Centre
Diners from a wedding party watched in horror as lightning struck and killed a popular horse at the Island Riding…
Read MoreIW Classic Motor Show endured stormy weather
Nearly 600 classic cars were on display over a stormy couple of days at the 23rd IW Classic Motor Show…
Read MoreNEWS FROM COUNTY HALL: Jonathan Bacon – cabinet member for children’s services and education
I am writing this prior to Thursday night, when I hope The cabinet will vote to proceed with a consultation…
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