Bigger and better Biosphere Festival this year
Isle of Wight ObserverThe Biosphere Festival is to return this year. The local nature and community festival will take place from June 28…
Read MoreAndy’s academy were right on target in youth darts
Mal ButlerThe ‘Luke Littler effect’ has led to a surge in youngsters taking up darts on the Island, and the formation…
Read MoreStill time to apply for Island Roads’ foundation funding
There is still time to apply for grant support from Island Roads’ Isle of Wight Foundation. And to encourage local…
Read MoreThree Rivers Music Festival returns with bigger line-up
The Three Rivers Music Festival is making a return to the Island on May 31 to June 1, bringing a…
Read MoreDiscount for NHS and police at Adam’s Barbers
Adam’s Barbers, a family-run Turkish traditional barbershop, in Carisbrooke, take pride in serving the community. As a token of their…
Read MoreValiant Ventnor falter at finish in this week’s rugby
Sandown & Shanklin Hurricanes won 19-15 at home to Gosport & Fareham, to move to 6th place in Division One.…
Read MorePlans to end tax breaks for private schools come under attack
Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy ReporterPlans to end tax breaks for Isle of Wight private schools came under attack yesterday evening. A report signed by…
Read MoreFormer Trade Union Leader appointed by Island’s MPs to look at ferries
Former General Secretary of the GMB Union, Sir Paul Kenny, who lives in Bembridge, has been tasked by the Island’s…
Read MoreDutch Braai restaurant and weddings venue: new plans for disused barns
Two farm barns near could be used as a Dutch Braai restaurant and wedding and events space. The applicant applied…
Read MoreTwo-bedroom apartment could be installed behind new laundrette
A two-bedroom apartment could be installed behind a new laundrette in a town centre. The applicant applied to County Hall…
Read MoreLarge villa-style property could house four new ‘starter homes’
A large villa-style property in a coastal village could house four new ‘starter homes’. A planning application was submitted to…
Read MoreMetal detecting club celebrates anniversary
Vectis Searchers Metal Detecting Club (VSMDC) is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. The club is believed to be one…
Read MoreSmallbrook successes in this week’s hockey report
Island’s Men’s 1st XI came from a goal behind, twice, to win an end-to-end home encounter with table-topping Winchester 3-2,…
Read MoreW&B strengthen hold on titles in football
The withdrawal of Binstead COB Reserves from the league – and further on-field disciplinary issues – highlight the vulnerability of…
Read MoreDiscontent with health and social care services on the rise again, report finds
Difficulties accessing GP appointments, further problems with hospital car park ticket machines and dental services costs are key issues facing…
Read MoreCastle capers in this week’s Wight Tri duathlon
A group of 23 Wight Tri members gathered for the Carisbrooke Castle duathlon on Sunday. The event kicked off in…
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