Portrait of Alec to raise funds for blind veterans
Isle of Wight ObserverA powerful new portrait of a 100‑year‑old Second World War veteran from the Isle of Wight is set to raise…
Read MoreMajor New Year work in Binstead
Major sections of Binstead Road are set to be improved as part of a scheme due to begin on Monday,…
Read MoreCowes drive-thru attracts opposition
Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy ReporterA scheme for a new McDonald’s Drive-Thru restaurant has been submitted to the Isle of Wight Council. The proposal, prepared…
Read MoreTourism businesses celebrate success
Isle of Wight businesses celebrated in December after being recognised for their outstanding contribution to tourism at this year’s Beautiful…
Read MoreIsland equipment will help children in Africa
The Isle of Wight Council’s Community Equipment Store has completed a major effort to give paediatric equipment a second life…
Read MoreStrong season on water for Yarmouth rowers
Traditional fixed-seat rowing, particularly coastal rowing, has seen a resurgence in popularity in recent years, and Yarmouth Gig Rowing Club…
Read MoreVECTIS VIEW: Fr Steven Restori – Island Parish Priest
The angel of the Lord told the shepherds: “I bring you good news of great joy that will be for…
Read MoreFestive plans and New Year’s Resolutions
We asked a couple of the Island’s high profile residents what they were planning over the festive season – and…
Read MoreSandown volunteers handed fake money
Residents, businesses, and community groups are being urged to exercise extreme caution after a local community event was targeted by…
Read MoreCats and rabbits live on RSPCA webcams
The RSPCA IW has launched two new live webcams, giving animal lovers a behind-the-scenes view of rabbits and cats currently…
Read MoreMPs get some Island Spirit!
MPs will be enjoying a festive tipple from the Island this Christmas, as Island Spirit Gin is now being served…
Read MoreSanta visit boosts lifeboat fund-raiser
Santa made a flying visit, as part of the Freshwater Independent Lifeboat ‘Santa at The Gate’ day, in Freshwater Bay…
Read MoreRed Funnel accounts filed – but questions remain
Red Funnel Limited has finally filed its annual accounts for 2024, signed on December 5 and lodged at Companies House…
Read MorePharmacy opening hours for the Island
See above the Island’s pharmacy opening hours for the festive period.
Read MoreFree Christmas lunch offered by Ryde pub
Mal ButlerA Ryde pub is making a remarkable gesture by offering a free lunch to anyone who walks through their door…
Read MoreQuestions over Ryde Town Hall remain unanswered
Questions surrounding the Ryde Neighbourhood Board’s (RNB) handling of the proposed purchase of Ryde Town Hall look set to remain…
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