Folklore theme unveiled for Mardi Gras
Isle of Wight ObserverIsland myths, legends and folklore will shape next year’s Mardi Gras after IW Mardi Gras 2026 was officially launched by…
Read MoreRyde all set for £19 1/2 m boost
A £19 1/2 million regeneration vision aimed at transforming Ryde over the next ten years has been unveiled by the…
Read MoreYarmouth WI’s 20th anniversary celebrations
Yarmouth WI celebrated its 20th anniversary with a celebration at the town’s Royal Solent Yacht Club, on Friday. More than…
Read MoreVectis victorious, Ventnor valiant in football
In Counties Three, Ventnor narrowly lost 27-24 away at Overton, and the Islanders edged the tight contest early on. Riley…
Read MoreFalconry centre gives eagle forever home
An 11-year-old captive-bred Bald Eagle has arrived at The Falconry Experience, at Robin Hill, where she will have a permanent…
Read MoreWIGHT IN WESTMINSTER: Richard Quigley MP — Labour MP for IW West
With everything going on in the world – nationally and internationally – it’s easy to miss good news locally. But…
Read MorePost office closes after resignation
The Post Office on Spindlers Road, St Lawrence, has closed following the resignation of the postmaster after 11 years of…
Read MoreIW OBSERVATIONS: When absence isn’t apathy
Tilly WalderThe Isle of Wight’s low school attendance figures and below-average exam results are sometimes spoken about in the same breath,…
Read MoreBadgers attacked
There have been two incidents of badgers being targeted on the Island over the last two weeks. The first took…
Read MoreIsland writers in the Figlet 5
by Jean G-Owen On Friday, February 6, Independent Arts in Newport buzzed with words, music and conversation, as The Figlet…
Read MoreSTAR LETTER: Is traffic planning up to scratch?
Dear Editor, There seems to be a complete lack of joined up thinking with the road closure regime operated by…
Read MoreFish and chips at Quarr
If you fancy a comforting winter treat in beautiful surroundings, Quarr Abbey’s Fish and Chip Event on Thursday (February 12)…
Read MoreLOOK BACK IN TIME: 8 February 1902
This reader’s letter published in the Isle of Wight Observer on 8th February, 1902 tackled the tricky problem of how…
Read MoreBISCOES: Proposed Ground Rent Reforms – Why Ground Rent is Back in the Spotlight?
Leasehold reforms are back in the headlines, and one of the most topical issues is the Government’s plan to overhaul…
Read MoreRed Funnel puts Hythe Ferry on the market
The Hythe Ferry has been put up for sale, with Red Funnel confirming it is seeking a new owner for…
Read MoreA perfect holiday home if you like life on the edge!
A two-bedroom holiday home in Freshwater is heading to auction with a tempting guide price of just £5,000. However prospective…
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