Residents and councillors rally against 20-metre ‘eyesore’ telecoms mast
Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy ReporterResidents and councillors of a coastal town have rallied against a proposal to build a 20-metre 5G mast opposite a…
Read MoreFEATURE: Celebrate World Book Day today by visiting your local bookshop
Observer FeaturesWorld Book Day is the annual celebration that book-lovers and parents alike eagerly look forward to — a day to…
Read MoreFinal Time Trial sees strong performances in rowing
Isle of Wight ObserverIsland rowing crews have taken part in the final Time Trial of the winter. Division One, rowing the longer 3,450m…
Read MoreFirst Junior place for young cyclist Alfie Haydon
On Sunday, young cyclist, Alfie Haydon, travelled to Newnham Park, near Plymouth, for the first round of the South West…
Read MoreRetailers now in line for Division Three title in table tennis
By Debbie Yates Division One Ryde Rankers 8 v Havenstreet A 2, Newport Vics B 0 v Ryde A 10,…
Read More“Treated shamefully”: County Hall watchdog lashes out at cabinet
A watchdog lashed out at the Isle of Wight Council’s cabinet yesterday (Tuesday), saying it was given ‘just three working…
Read MoreThe Oddfellows celebrate St David’s Day
The Vecta District Branch of the Oddfellows Friendly Society celebrated St. David’s Day in style, with a themed coffee morning…
Read MoreCharity concert for the Blues and Twos
Musicians from across the Island generously gave up their time to take part in a charity ‘Blues and Twos’ concert…
Read MoreNew coordinator to support vulnerable communities affected by landslides and coastal erosion
The Isle of Wight Council has received vital funding to help communities affected by landslides and coastal erosion. This money…
Read MoreMP discusses mobile ban at Ryde Academy
A round table discussion, between students at Ryde Academy and IW East MP, Joe Robertson, on Monday, explored the issue…
Read MorePolice appeal following serious collision in Wootton Bridge
Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious collision in Wootton Bridge. Police were called just before 11pm yesterday (March…
Read MoreTakeaway outlet experiencing ‘trading problems’ could be converted into retail store
A fast-food takeaway outlet in the heart of the Island’s county town could be converted into a convenience store. Citing…
Read MoreTaxi journey from the Island costs £400 pounds a week
Mal ButlerThe IW Observer understands the IW Council is paying for a student’s weekly £400 taxi rides to study in Birmingham.…
Read MoreCounty Hall watchdog to carry out school closures scrutiny
County Hall’s watchdog panel will tomorrow (Tuesday) scrutinise the Isle of Wight Council’s expected landmark decision to close five primary…
Read MoreSecondary school offers have been made
More than 1,000 children across the Island have been offered places at secondary schools this week. Today (Monday) is National…
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