Talks might save Yarmouth Sports Foundation building
Mal ButlerTalks involving entrepreneur, John Caulcutt, and Yarmouth Town Council are under way in a bid to save the local Sports…
Read MoreLibraries Islandwide launch Book Bingo
Isle of Wight ObserverIsland libraries are set to ignite a passion for reading, with the launch of their 2025 Book Bingo challenge, offering…
Read MoreLouis and Cooper are looking for a home
A local animal charity is urgently seeking a special home for two dogs, Louis and Cooper, after difficult circumstances left…
Read MoreBuilding friendships and confidence at BCP
Tilly WalderSince forming in 2019, the Brading Community Partnership (BCP) has been at the heart of youth support in Brading, initially…
Read MoreNEWS FROM COUNTY HALL: Cllr Phil Jordan – Council Leader
It has been confirmed that the Isle of Wight is formally part of the priority programme for devolution for the…
Read MoreSTAR LETTER: Tories ‘bottled it’
Dear Editor, So having grumbled for the last 4 years at the Alliance leadership not dealing with the surplus school…
Read MoreIsle of Wight planning applications: 7th February 2025
See full planning notices and all documents by entering the reference number into the search bar on the planning portal.…
Read MoreHOLMSEY: ‘All the world’s a stage’ – especially for politicians
Actor and raconteur, Charles Collingwood, appeared at Shanklin Theatre last week. He plays posh farmer, Brian Aldridge, in ‘The Archers.’…
Read MoreCowes Primary doesn’t miss a beat in celebrating global cultures
Pupils at Cowes Primary School have been drumming up excitement as part of an immersive musical workshop celebrating global cultures.…
Read MoreFirst Writers’ Jamboree attracts lots of IW talent
On Monday the Isle of Wight Writers’ Jamboree held its inaugural event at the Island Sailing Club, in Cowes, creating…
Read MoreBoots pulls plug – Liz Earle HQ in shock closure
The Island faces yet another loss, as beauty brand Liz Earle announced the closure of its head office in Nicholson…
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Read MoreA 5% council tax hike is looking likely
The Isle of Wight Council has unveiled its draft budget for 2025/26, aiming to address rising costs. Facing a £15.8…
Read MoreThree ‘affordable’ new flats could be built on first floor of former dessert shop
Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy ReporterThree ‘affordable’ new flats could be installed on the first floor of a once popular dessert shop. Mr K. Hang…
Read MoreGet a free spruce up for your mucky pup
Island dog owners can now give their beloved pets a good clean — for free — at Jollyes’ pet superstore…
Read MoreMajor groyne refurbishment for Lake and Colwell Bay
Timber groynes at Lake and Colwell Bay are set to be restored as part of a major Isle of Wight…
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