Freshwater Parish Council awards Community Grant
Isle of Wight ObserverFreshwater para-badminton athlete, Jack Isaacs, has achieved major success on the international stage, reaching 55th in the world in men’s…
Read MoreMinster clock keeps the time once again
After being stuck at five past one for many years, the historic clock, at Newport Minster, has been repaired and…
Read MoreAbandoned Django finds his new home
An abandoned dog, described as “full of joy and just wants to feel loved”, has been rehomed after being taken…
Read MoreVillage crowd gathers for Smugglers Mosaic
A team of mosaic makers have completed a ‘Smugglers Mosaic’, which was unveiled outside St Mary’s Church, Brighstone, on Saturday.…
Read MoreBid to scrap expiry date for solar farm
The owners of Chawton Solar Farm have submitted an application to the IW Council, aiming to remove the time limit…
Read MoreCommunity group formed to secure Winter Gardens
A steering group has been established to represent community interests and explore future options for the Ventnor Winter Gardens, following…
Read MorePupils lead festive drive for the IW Food Bank
Dover Park Primary School has praised the generosity and community spirit shown by its pupils, families, and staff, following a…
Read MoreWartime memories exhibition opens at Lord Louis Library
Forty people attended the opening of Carisbrooke Castle museum’s VE Day 80: Unlocking Stories audio-visual exhibition, at Lord Louis Library…
Read MoreNew plans for former hotel could close Better Days Café
A planning application, submitted to the Isle of Wight Council to convert part of the former Central Hotel, in Ventnor,…
Read MoreFreshwater Bay club backs Air Ambulance
Members of Freshwater Bay Golf Club have raised £4,452 in support of the Hampshire & IW Air Ambulance. The fund-raising…
Read MoreChilly Hilly brings community spirit
More than just a run, this year’s ‘Chilly Hilly’ 10-mile race delivered community spirit, spectacular scenery, and serious hills on…
Read MoreSanta surprises at SEN Christmas party
The Isle of Wight SEN support group, together with Rainbow Club IW, brought festive cheer to 40 Island children last…
Read MoreTalented Tornadoes score thirteen tries in rugby
Sandown & Shanklin Hurricanes lost 46-15 away at Basingstoke, in Counties One, and player of the match Zak Chiverton scoring…
Read MorePBs for West Wight at Island champs
Nine swimmers from West Wight Swimming Club recorded strong personal bests (PBs) at the 2025 Isle of Wight Club Championships,…
Read MoreMonkey Haven’s goodbye to Bog
The Isle of Wight Monkey Haven has announced the sad death of Bog, their much‑loved siamang, after a battle with…
Read MoreCouncil card contest crowns Ella as winner
It was a true “Funday” on Sunday, December 7, for Cllr Ian Dore, as the chairman’s office was turned into…
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