No delay for May vote, as councillors back pay rise
Isle of Wight ObserverThe Government confirmed on Thursday that Isle of Wight Council elections will go ahead on May 7, ending fears they…
Read MoreMen’s support hub to close its doors
Mal ButlerA Ryde men’s mental health group has announced it is closing this week, citing financial difficulties. Rodger & Steve’s Place,…
Read MoreHave you got talent?
Cowes Fringe has launched The Island’s Got Talent, a new showcase created to spotlight outstanding local performers ahead of the…
Read MoreHOLMSEY: Prostate and planning updates
“I’m pleased to tell you, it’s not cancer.” The consultant sounded chirpy, almost as if he’d cured me. Breaking bad…
Read MoreWI gift supports Sight for Wight
Creekside WI members marked their first meeting of the New Year by presenting a £500 cheque to Ruth, and her…
Read MoreJourney through Quarr Abbey’s past
Quarr Abbey is inviting visitors to explore the rich, spiritual and architectural heritage, with a special talk, ‘Monastic Journeys of…
Read MoreIW country crowd dances up £1,400
A lively country‑themed fundraiser at Browns Golf Course has raised more than £1,400 for the Daisy Ring Bus. The event,…
Read MoreTigger joins toddlers for Winnie centenary
Children at M&M’s Toddler Group, in Northwood, had a lively surprise as Tigger bounced in to take part in the…
Read More‘Keep dogs on leads,’ farmer pleads – again!
Sheep in lamb on the Quarr Abbey Farm have been chased and frightened by a dog off its lead in…
Read MoreAnother road closure for Wroxall
Work to stabilise the embankment on St John’s Road, Wroxall – which partially collapsed and caused major disruption – is…
Read MoreSupport Walk the Wight and claim a goodie bag
Walk the Wight 2026 launches on Monday (January 26), and the first ten people to track down Mountbatten Isle of…
Read MoreEarly‑bird entries for iconic Round the Island race open
The countdown to this year’s Round the Island race officially begins today (Friday), as entries open for the iconic 50‑nautical‑mile…
Read MoreIsle of Wight planning applications: 23rd January 2026
See full planning notices and all documents by entering the reference number into the search bar on the planning portal.…
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Read MoreSea swim spots up for grabs
The Isle of Wight Marlins Swim Club has confirmed that entries are now officially open for the Pier2Pier Sea Swim…
Read MoreProgress reported on new Floating Bridge
East Cowes Town Council and the Isle of Wight Council say they are encouraged by “significant progress” in the next…
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