Sandown New Year Fireworks cancelled
Isle of Wight ObserverThe New Year fireworks, organised by Sandown Carnival, have been cancelled due to rising costs. The Carnival Committee announced the…
Read MoreSTAR LETTER: Culture? Only if you can afford the ferry
Dear Editor, In respect of the ferry difficulties, one aspect, I think, that is not given due consideration, is the…
Read MoreVECTIS VIEW: Faye Heal, widow of Ian
One Wight Health has been running its ‘Your Loo Could Save You’ bowel cancer awareness campaign over the summer. Faye…
Read MoreLOOK BACK IN TIME: 27 October 1888
One hundred and thirty-seven years ago this week the Isle of Wight Observer published on 27th October 1888 a description…
Read MoreLaunch of Poppy Appeal
Mal ButlerThe Island’s Poppy Appeal was launched in Ryde yesterday with Royal British Legion (RBL) officials gathering at the town’s War…
Read MoreIsle of Wight planning applications: 24th October 2025
See full planning notices and all documents by entering the reference number into the search bar on the planning portal.…
Read MoreThe final call for sports award nominations
Time is running out to nominate your sporting heroes for the 2025 Isle of Wight Sports Achievement Awards. Nominations close…
Read MoreFootball fixtures for Saturday, October 25
Football (Saturday 2pm kick-off unless otherwise stated) Andover New Street v Cowes (3pm), Hythe & Dibden v East Cowes Vics…
Read MoreBeauty and the Beast set for Medina Theatre pantomime return
Tilly WalderMedina Theatre’s pantomime is back, and this year, audiences can expect something bigger, brighter and brand new. Producer, Lee Redwood,…
Read MoreBlame game at the coroner’s office
Grieving families on the Isle of Wight have accused the Island’s coroner, Caroline Sumeray, of deflecting blame for the “heartbreak”…
Read MoreIW Observer 351
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Read MoreMP toasts his toes – all for a great cause
Isle of Wight ObserverEver wanted to hold your MP’s feet to the fire? On November 8, you’ll get your chance – quite literally…
Read MoreCould you design the MP’s Christmas Card?
Following the success of last year’s festive competition, Isle of Wight East MP, Joe Robertson, has launched his 2025 Christmas…
Read MoreSkills summit focuses on working together
A landmark skills summit, at the Isle of Wight College, was hosted by IW West MP, Richard Quigley, on October…
Read MoreSeagulls feast on Yaverland beach
The parable of the ‘Loaves and Fishes’ took on a new meaning on an Island beach last week. Charlotte Barlow,…
Read MoreFair Play and Team Spirit on display at Newport Pagnell
Sporting Opportunities, a charity supporting Islanders with learning disabilities, enjoyed a triumphant day at Newport Pagnell Football Club, showcasing skill,…
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