Lengthy DBS checks leave man in “financial ruin”
Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy ReporterA 59-year-old Ryde carer has said he is in “financial ruin” as a result of a nearly four month wait…
Read MoreCouncil chairman calls on Islanders to support air ambulance charity
Press ReleaseThe chairman of the Isle of Wight Council is calling on Islanders to support a major Hampshire and Isle of…
Read MoreWest Wight MP Richard Quigley’s Maiden Speech
Wednesday saw Richard Quigley, the new Labour MP for Isle of Wight West, deliver his Maiden Speech in Parliament. The…
Read MoreMore than 300 exhibits at summer show
More than 300 exhibits were on display at the Niton and Whitwell Horticultural Society (NWHS) Summer Show at Niton Village…
Read MoreCowes care home residents celebrate man’s best friend
National Dog Day was celebrated by residents at a Cowes care home with visits from cuddly canines and their owners.…
Read MoreVolunteers clean the graves of Victoria Cross recipients
Mal ButlerThe graves of Victoria Cross recipients across the Island were restored by a group of volunteers this week. Four volunteers…
Read MoreFive championship wins for Darren Everest
IW Observer gardening expert, Darren Everest, took a van full of his dahlias to the National Dahlia Society Show at…
Read MoreYarmouth memorial service for beloved mum and chef
A 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
The 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…
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