ISLAND OBITUARY: Dick Dabell
Isle of Wight ObserverThe founder of Blackgang Chine, Richard (‘Dick’) Francis Dabell, has died aged 101. Dick was the fourth-generation owner of Blackgang…
Read MoreCarols and Mince Pies at Bembridge Village Hall
Bembridge Village Hall will once again host Carols and Mince Pies on Sunday, December 14, an event that has become,…
Read MoreWIGHT IN WESTMINSTER: Richard Quigley MP — Labour MP for IW West
Late November to early December marks several important awareness days on domestic abuse and violence against women and girls, including…
Read MoreHOLMSEY: Oscars and Grammys – we can do it!
In 1996, Anthony Minghella lifted his Oscar. I told my kids, “If a boy from Ryde can do that, you…
Read MoreIW OBSERVATIONS: What will it take to ‘regain trust’?
Njord Partners has finalised its acquisition of Red Funnel. Jakob Kjellberg, for the new owners, has promised to “work hard…
Read MoreJane Austen anniversary ends with dance and tea
Isle of Wight libraries have brought a year-long celebration of the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen’s birth to a close,…
Read MoreThis weekend’s Island sport fixtures
(Saturday 2pm unless stated otherwise) Football Cowes v Portland (3pm), East Cowes Vics v Baffin Milton Rangers (3pm), Blackfield &…
Read MoreIsland pupils shine during mock trials
More than 130 Island pupils gave up their Saturday to take part in the annual inter‑school Mock Trial competition, at…
Read MoreIsland lad takes on black‑run mud bath
Last weekend saw young cyclist, Finley Manser-Grundy, make his debut in the mini-downhill racing scene, in the Forest of Dean.…
Read MoreCalbourne upgrade to improve stream
A £4 1/2 million upgrade, at Calbourne Wastewater Treatment Works, has been completed, bringing improvements to the quality of treated…
Read MorePassionate animal lover mourned by local RSPCA
RSPCA Isle of Wight is mourning the loss of its most loyal supporters, Sheila Keen, whose kindness and dedication touched…
Read MoreWaterside changing rooms formally opened this week
Waterside Community Trust, the charity which operates Waterside swimming pool, in Ryde, has opened its refurbished changing rooms following a…
Read MoreKing’s Award honours Careers for Young People programme
The King’s Award for Enterprise 2025 has been jointly presented to Hampshire & Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust…
Read MoreStormy weather didn’t stop Ryde being Merry and Bright
Last Friday’s Merry and Bright – Festival of Light, curated by New Carnival, proved that wild weather could not dim…
Read MoreGirlguiding members enjoy exclusive cinema screening
More than 200 Girlguiding members from across the Island enjoyed an exclusive screening of Zootropolis 2, at the Commodore Cinema,…
Read MoreLights of Love brings community together
Families and friends gathered at the IW Crematorium chapel, for a Lights of Love service held in memory of loved…
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