Island resident sails into the history books
Isle of Wight ObserverIsland resident, Sir Ben Ainslie, was co-helm of the Ineos Britannia crew that lifted the Louis Vuitton Cup, and secured…
Read MoreBrave battling secures point in this week’s hockey
The Women’s 1st XI, skippered by forward, Kate Ednay, enjoyed an end-to-end battle with visitors, 3rd-placed Basingstoke III, at Smallbrook.…
Read MoreLight distraction for ultrasound patients
The Friends of St Mary’s Hospital (FoSMH) has funded a light projector, to be installed in the ultrasound rooms, of…
Read MoreCowes party marks business milestones
Guests enjoyed cocktails, canapes and music at Northwood House recently, as 1840 Bridal marked its first anniversary, while sister company,…
Read MoreHOLMSEY: A love-struck Romeo in his beige Lada
I’m always consumed by my latest project, and easily lose the ability to think about much else. Currently, I’m renovating…
Read MoreVECTIS VIEW: Sophie Nixon – BA (Hons)
As a former student of Sandown Bay Academy (many readers will know it as the Fairway), and then the Island…
Read MoreWalhampton School is seeking a ferry chaperone
Walhampton School is seeking a reliable and caring individual to chaperone their pupils on the ferry from the Isle of…
Read MoreDrug Dealer jailed for 21 months
A man has been jailed for supplying drugs to the Isle of Wight. Gezim Bajrami, aged 26, was stopped in…
Read MoreIs Wightlink the best ferry operator? Let us know what you think!
Wightlink has been awarded Best Ferry Operator 2024 at the National Transport Awards in London at an event hosted by…
Read MoreWitness appeal after suspected hit and run in Ryde
Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman was located with serious injuries on Fishbourne Lane, Ryde, on September 28.…
Read MoreThe importance of local coffee shops
Observer FeaturesLocally-owned coffee shops and tea-rooms play a much bigger role than simply as places to grab a caffeine fix or…
Read MoreCommitted coastal crew collect coronation colours
Members of Sandown & Shanklin Independent Lifeboat (SSIL) crew collected King Charles III Coronation Medals, commemorating the King’s coronation, from…
Read MoreHealthy cooking showdown enjoyed by primary pupils
Dover Park Primary School recently hosted an exciting ‘Ready, Steady, Cook’-style competition as part of their ongoing Healthy Eating Drive.…
Read MoreSTAR LETTER: Article needed more information
Dear Editor, As a (current) neutral – requiring further information as to the practicalities of the enterprise, as well as…
Read MoreLOOK BACK IN TIME: 6 October 1855
The Isle of Wight Observer published on October 6th, 1855 tells the chilling tale of the death of a mother…
Read MoreTim moves from the Taverners to Harvey Browns
Tim Foster who, as previously reported, is leaving the Taverners in Godshill tomorrow (Saturday) is to take over running the…
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