Wroxall swimmer shines in Hyde Park challenge
Isle of Wight ObserverWroxall resident, Lindsey Shenton, made a splash at this year’s Swim Serpentine event in London’s Hyde Park, securing third place…
Read MoreFormidable Ventnor top Counties Three
In Counties One, Sandown & Shanklin Hurricanes lost 64-38 in a high-scoring match at Bognor. Ash Smith (2), Ben Kulik,…
Read MorePositive masculinity workshop
Colleagues from educational settings across the Island took part in a staff workshop promoting positive masculinity at Christ the King…
Read MoreGreat South Run raises £1 million
More than 25,000 runners of all ages, including a large Island contingent with a team from Mountbatten, took part in…
Read MoreIsland performers unite for Full Monty cabaret
A host of Isle of Wight performers and creatives are joining forces for a one-night-only variety show with a difference.…
Read MoreCan you help feed Benji and Balu?
The Wildheart Animal Sanctuary is putting out an unusual request this autumn, for hawthorn, hazel and willow branches to help…
Read MoreRSPCA seeks brave volunteers for fiery fund-raising challenge
RSPCA Isle of Wight is turning up the heat and issuing its most daring challenge yet! They’re looking for 100…
Read MoreEssential road upgrade planned for Sandown Road at Lake
Island Roads will be carrying out essential highway improvement work on Sandown Road in Lake, next month. Sections of the…
Read MoreFrightfully good fun for families
Families are invited to enjoy a spellbinding selection of free Hallowe’en-themed activities at local libraries this October half term. From…
Read MoreCherry Godfrey uses IW office to support clients across the UK
Cherry Godfrey recently hosted its annual reception, bringing together staff from its Isle of Wight, Guernsey, and Southampton offices. The…
Read MoreThis week’s table tennis report
Isle of Wight Observerby Debbie Yates Division One Havenstreet A 9 v Ryde Goshawks 1, Ryde Revellers 2 v Ryde A 8, Ryde…
Read MoreWarboyes were winners in this week’s football
This week sees Sandown’s Warboyes family celebrating a win, including a hat-trick from 46-year-old Dan. There were Gold Cup wins…
Read MoreMountbatten Group wins double awards
The Mountbatten Group, which encompasses the vital services on the Isle of Wight and in Hampshire, achieved a dual victory…
Read MoreTractors raise funds for IW Prostate Cancer Support Group
A total of 40 vehicles took part in the Vectis Vintage and Tractor Club’s charity rideout, raising more than £750…
Read MoreMurder most foul at St Mary Mead!
A chill wind of change is blowing through the sleepy lanes of the Isle of Wight, and it’s carrying a…
Read MoreRare Henry VIII coin found by Island metal detectorist
A routine Sunday morning dig turned into the find of a lifetime for one local metal detectorist, unearthing a piece…
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