First Writers’ Jamboree attracts lots of IW talent
Isle of Wight ObserverOn Monday the Isle of Wight Writers’ Jamboree held its inaugural event at the Island Sailing Club, in Cowes, creating…
Read MoreBoots pulls plug – Liz Earle HQ in shock closure
Tilly WalderThe Island faces yet another loss, as beauty brand Liz Earle announced the closure of its head office in Nicholson…
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Read MoreA 5% council tax hike is looking likely
The Isle of Wight Council has unveiled its draft budget for 2025/26, aiming to address rising costs. Facing a £15.8…
Read MoreThree ‘affordable’ new flats could be built on first floor of former dessert shop
Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy ReporterThree ‘affordable’ new flats could be installed on the first floor of a once popular dessert shop. Mr K. Hang…
Read MoreGet a free spruce up for your mucky pup
Island dog owners can now give their beloved pets a good clean — for free — at Jollyes’ pet superstore…
Read MoreMajor groyne refurbishment for Lake and Colwell Bay
Timber groynes at Lake and Colwell Bay are set to be restored as part of a major Isle of Wight…
Read MoreMore Swim for Hope volunteers are needed
Wessex Cancer Support is seeking local volunteers to help ensure the safety of participants during the annual Swim for Hope…
Read MoreSharp-eyed perseverance pays off for four prize winners
Children from three families received book tokens, donated by the Island Storytellers, and certificates, as a reward for their tenacity,…
Read MoreTeenage cyclist sets his sights on the Olympics
Keen Isle of Wight cyclist, Harrison Hendy, has joined the GB Cycling Team’s National Talent Pathway for road and track…
Read MoreFuture of IW Council brought into question by Deputy Prime Minister
The Deputy Prime Minister has confirmed that local elections will not go ahead on the Isle of Wight in May…
Read MoreThree-bed house could be built within grounds of neglected hotel
A three-bedroom house with rooftop solar panels could be built within the grounds of a neglected former hotel. Paul Clark…
Read MoreIsle of Wight joins government’s fast-track devolution plans
The Isle of Wight has been included in the government’s fast-track plans for devolution. The Isle of Wight Council, alongside…
Read MoreDouble win for Ryde Rankers in table tennis
By Debbie Yates Division One Ryde Rankers 6 v Ryde B 4, Ryde C 6 v Ryde B 4, Ryde…
Read MoreMan charged as part of child sex offence investigation
A man has been charged as part of a child sex offence investigation on the Island. Police have been making…
Read MoreIconic footbridge in Shorwell to be replaced
An iconic footbridge in a very poor and unsafe condition will be replaced, and the plans have been given significant…
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