STAR LETTER: The sums don’t add up…
Isle of Wight ObserverDear 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…
Read MoreA new lease of life for Rex the Frenchie
An abandoned French Bulldog, named Rex, has been given a second chance at life, thanks to the efforts of Isle…
Read MoreMeeting at Godshill was for ‘parents only’
Most schools under threat of closure are trying to get the press involved in their campaigns, but not Godshill. When…
Read MorePublic meetings and petitions against school closures
Opposition to potential primary school closures has stepped up. Parents, teachers and community campaigners have called public meetings and organised…
Read MoreConsultation to go ahead on closing six IW schools
Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy ReporterThe Isle of Wight Council’s cabinet decided yesterday evening (Thursday) to go ahead with a consultation process that could mean…
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Read MoreDorney Lake Super Sprint Triathlon
September 1 saw Wight Tri members, Nick and Laura Curwood, return to Dorney Lake in Berkshire for another para versus…
Read MoreAutoFest takes place at Sandown Airport
AutoFest IOW took place on Sunday, August 11, at Sandown Airport, organised by the Island’s Jaguar Enthusiasts’ Club. All funds…
Read MoreNewport Heritage Day celebrates town’s history with community participation
Newport Heritage Day, celebrated on September 7, saw the town bustling with excitement and activity. More than 500 classic cars…
Read MoreThis week’s cricket report in brief as season comes to an end
With the cricket season coming to a close, there are matches planned with touring sides. Shanklin & Godshill braved the…
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