More than a headache after Mouse gets frisky
Isle of Wight ObserverMouse, the mischievous Jack Russell, sparked an emergency call-out last week when he sent his owner flying! The owner’s fall,…
Read MoreEmma returns to Glanvilles Damant law firm
Island law firm, Glanvilles Damant, is pleased to welcome Emma Lloyd as their newest family legal executive — an appointment…
Read MoreA Ryde Harrier wins the Salisbury road race
by Gary Marshall Heading off the Island we were rewarded with a stunning sunrise, followed by a smooth drive to…
Read MoreIW East MP stands firm in opposing mayor
Joe Robertson, MP for IW East, has outlined five “red lines” as negotiations continue over proposals for a directly elected…
Read MoreLOOK BACK IN TIME: 11 April 1857
Cheering “for Clifford” seems to have caused quite a rumpus, which led to the report below in the Isle of…
Read MoreVECTIS VIEW: Hugh Street – Chairman IW Branch Parkinson’s UK
Most people will know of someone who has, or had, Parkinson’s disease. However, they probably won’t be aware of the…
Read MoreTragedy is averted by hero holidaymakers after plane crash
A plane taking off from Bembridge Airport this afternoon was forced to turn back when its engine exploded. The 2-seater…
Read MoreHOLMSEY: I miss being able to turn up and travel…
Can I ask you a few simple questions? You won’t need a pen and paper and sorry, there are no…
Read MoreIsle of Wight planning applications: 11th April 2025
See full planning notices and all documents by entering the reference number into the search bar on the planning portal.…
Read MoreA head turning, multi record-breaking boat arrives in Cowes
Mal ButlerThe multi record-breaking Thunder Child II caused quite a shockwave when it moored up in Cowes last Friday. It brought…
Read MoreSwearing in of the Island’s new High Sheriff
Jacqueline Gazzard has officially taken up the ceremonial role of High Sheriff of the Isle of Wight. On Monday, she…
Read MoreA royal setting for Osborne Proms ’25
More than a decade has passed since the esteemed Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra performed in the picturesque grounds of Osborne House.…
Read MoreBallyrags Comedy Club celebrates first birthday
The Isle of Wight’s biggest and best-loved comedy night, Ballyrags Comedy Club, is turning one – and they’re celebrating in…
Read MoreA chat with… Melvyn Hayes, star of stage, screen and TV
In an exclusive interview with the IW Observer’s Richard Priest, Melvyn Hayes, star of stage, screen and TV, recounted his…
Read MoreWIGHT IN WESTMINSTER: Joe Robertson MP – Conservative MP for Isle of Wight East
I am launching a Business Forum for Ryde, chaired by John McLagan, which will help bring business together to share…
Read MoreSerious questions raised by Red Funnel’s accounts
The long-delayed accounts of one of Red Funnel’s group of companies have raised serious issues. Southampton, Isle of Wight and…
Read More