Discover your future at the IW College open day this weekend
Press ReleaseAre you considering your next steps in education or career development? Join the open day on Saturday, November 16, from…
Read MoreClosed Cowes public toilet block could be converted into café
Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy ReporterA closed Cowes public toilet block on the edge of a car park could be converted into café. Northwood House…
Read MoreNew look for the Crab Inn – inside and out
Pub and brewing giant, Greene King, have been given listed building and planning consent to enhance the Crab Inn’s outdoor…
Read MoreNegative feedback for health and social care
More than two thirds of recent feedback on the Isle of Wight’s health and social care services is negative, according…
Read MoreBrading Town Council to increase precept “to keep everything running”, mayor says
Residents of an Isle of Wight town will have to pay more for services to help “to keep everything running”,…
Read MoreDog controls could be reinstated to prevent anti-social behaviour
A clampdown on anti-social behaviour involving dogs could be reinstated by the Isle of Wight Council after a cabinet meeting…
Read MoreWoman handed Criminal Behaviour Order following continuous issues in Newport
A woman has been handed a Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) for persistent drunken and aggressive behaviour, and shoplifting around Newport.…
Read MoreMore than 450 young people attend Island Futures careers event
More than 480 people attended the Isle of Wight Council’s Your Future event last week at The Isle of Wight…
Read MoreFashion show raises funds for Ability Dogs
More than 200 people enjoyed a charity autumn winter fashion show from Ryde boutiques, Bellissima and Sugar & Spice Lingerie.…
Read MoreSuccess for IW drivers in first Island Stages Rally
The inaugural Weaver Brothers’ Island Stages 2024 has been hailed a resounding success by competitors, local residents, and spectators. With…
Read MoreCelebrations at the return of the ‘Amazon World Four’
Mal ButlerFour shifty-looking ‘villains’ who were on the run have been rounded up and are back behind bars. The ‘Amazon World…
Read MoreYarmouth Fireworks display was ‘fantastic’
The skies lit up in glorious colour as the annual Yarmouth fireworks display attracted thousands of visitors to the town…
Read MoreLOOK BACK IN TIME: 3 November 1888
The Isle of Wight Observer published on 3rd November 1888 tells of an amusing exchange between a Ventnor visitor and…
Read MoreHOLMSEY: Make Britain Great Again!
The Labour Party certainly had me fooled during the election. In my defence, I was desperate to be rid of…
Read MoreSTAR LETTER: Thank you to those dreadful migrants
Dear Editor, In the somewhat febrile atmosphere of the US elections, and the coronation of the latest incumbent as leader…
Read MoreCowes teenager facing 5-year treatment ordeal
An East Cowes teenager has been diagnosed with a heart-breaking condition, which will involve a predicted five years of treatment.…
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