A vigil for Jayla
Tilly WalderThe devastated parents of one-year-old Jayla-Jean Mclaren, who tragically died in hospital on Sunday, are calling for Rainbow Park in…
Read MoreIW Observer 340
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Read MoreHOLMSEY: IW Council’s care costs make Eton look cheap
Having offered the council some brilliant financial advice last week, I have another tip that could save thousands. That TV…
Read MoreBISCOES: Is your home green enough for tomorrow’s buyer?
With energy bills still high and climate concerns always on the agenda, property purchasers are asking a new question when…
Read MoreLOOK BACK IN TIME: 4 August 1855
The Isle of Wight Observer published on the 4th August, 1855 carried this tale of true love not running smoothly.…
Read MoreBelgrave Road works set for autumn start
The IW Council says that efforts to reopen Belgrave Road in Ventnor are progressing, with Island Roads and the council…
Read MoreFur, feathers and floral fun at Wolverton Manor
The Island’s largest garden fair returns on August 30 and 31, offering a unique chance to enjoy many of the…
Read MoreIsland Roads delay project Medina Way repairs moved
Essential maintenance work on the Medina Way dual carriageway has been postponed until September 2026, Island Roads has confirmed. The…
Read MoreHovertravel updates uniforms for 60th anniversary year
Isle of Wight ObserverHovertravel has launched a new staff uniform, its first full refresh since 2016 to mark the company’s 60th anniversary. The…
Read MoreWIGHTLINK CRT
Fresh from his overall win in the Evening TT Series, where he smashed the course record at the Ningwood 10,…
Read MoreHenry claims double glory
By Andrew Griffin Osborne’s Henry Oatley made Island history last week, becoming the first Isle of Wight player to win…
Read MoreRyde’s rowers rule the waves
Island crews took part in the Itchen Imperial Rowing Regatta, over a 1,400 metre (1,530yd) course. Ryde Women’s Coastal Coxed…
Read MorePier to Pier Walk
More than £350 was raised for Aspire, Ryde, following Monday’s Pier to Pier Walk, part of Shanklin Carnival Week. Karen…
Read MoreWightAID grants go to four Island causes
Four Island organisations have received a share of £5,317 from WightAID, in the latest round of community grants. The largest…
Read MoreChale Show thrills for its 97th year
The return of the Monster Truck teams, Big Pete and the Grim Reaper, ensured the Chale Show was a monster…
Read MoreA chat with Bob Trimble, Chairman of Cowes Week Ltd and Cowes Combined Clubs
By Mal Butler The entries are up and the future looks bright as Cowes Week gears up to its 200th…
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