Isle of Wight cafés question exclusion from business rates relief
Tilly WalderWhen the Government announced a new round of business rates relief for the hospitality sector, many businesses breathed a sigh…
Read MoreIsle of Wight planning applications: 14th Aug 2026
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Read MoreFamily’s six-year sewage ordeal
Mal ButlerA Ryde family has been battling with regular sewage overflows in their back garden for the last six years. Sara…
Read MoreIsland 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
Muffin, 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
Visitors 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
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