Island Bootcamp opens new doors
Isle of Wight ObserverYoung Islanders, aged 18–25, have completed the first Summer Skills Bootcamp run by Isle of Wight West MP, Richard Quigley’s…
Read MoreRunaway Muffin finally found safe
Mal ButlerMuffin, the six-year-old Miniature Dachshund, is finally safe after a remarkable seven weeks on the run. Muffin initially escaped from…
Read MoreRunning together for Island charity
West Wight Road Runners welcomed more than 70 runners from across the Island, to their annual ‘Let’s All Run Together’…
Read MoreSouthern Water sets record straight on wildfire rumours
Southern Water has rejected claims circulating on social media that it refused permission for firefighters to use water, during the…
Read MoreSailing through royal history
Carole DennettVisitors to Cowes Week have been welcomed into a unique celebration of Sir Edward “Uffa” Fox, and the royal yacht,…
Read MoreBahamas tourism chief falls in love with the Isle of Wight
The Isle of Wight has made a lasting impression on Joy Jibrilu, CEO of the Nassau & Paradise Island Promotion…
Read MoreCowes Week 200 delivers spectacular racing before Royal crowds
As the 200th anniversary Cowes Week draws to a close, large crowds have seen some spectacular racing, close finishes, and…
Read MoreSteampunk costume sale helps Islanders prepare for Ryde festival
The term ‘Steampunk’ was coined in 1987, by K.W. Jetter in “Mortlock Night”, to describe a genre of fantasy and…
Read MoreRare solar eclipse to wow Isle of Wight skies next week
Islanders will have a rare chance to witness a dramatic solar eclipse on Wednesday (August 12), with the sun set…
Read MorePrincess Royal launches Cowes Week 200 celebrations
HRH The Princess Royal helped launch Cowes Week’s 200th anniversary celebrations, joining sailors, organisers, and the local community for a…
Read MoreWildheart Animal Sanctuary mourns rescued tiger Zoppa
The Wildheart Animal Sanctuary has announced the death of its much‑loved rescued tiger Zoppa, who was put to sleep yesterday…
Read MoreIsle of Wight planning applications: 7th Aug 2026
See full planning notices and all documents by entering the reference number into the search bar on the planning portal.…
Read MoreNewport Carnival brings Wild West spectacular to town
A Wild West show burst into Newport on Saturday evening, as the town celebrated its annual carnival along with thousands…
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Read MoreShanklin Carnival attracts huge crowds as Ventnor prepares for centenary celebrations
The streets of Shanklin were packed as the Carnival hit town on Wednesday night with singing and dancing adding to…
Read MoreEight-year-old Island footballer earns QPR Academy place and appeals for travel support
An eight-year-old Isle of Wight footballer is appealing for support after earning a place at Queen’s Park Rangers’ Under-10 Academy.…
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