Another road closure for Wroxall
Isle of Wight ObserverWork 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…
Read MoreParents step in after cinema vandalism
Six seats at a Ryde cinema have been ripped out for the second time, as groups of teenagers continue to…
Read MoreSixteen homes planned for Totland school site
A major planning application has been submitted to transform the long‑vacant former Weston Primary School site, in Totland, into a…
Read MoreIsland’s Alice rides to national glory
A young rider, from Niton, has been crowned Endurance GB Junior Champion after an exceptional year on the national circuit.…
Read MoreNew glamping retreat plans near Robin Hill
A planning application has been submitted for a glamping development on land off Briddlesford Road, near Robin Hill adventure park,…
Read MoreBus firm supports vital air ambulance
Southern Vectis has announced that Hampshire & Isle of Wight Air Ambulance will be its official charity partner for 2026…
Read MoreVentnor’s right to bid for Winter Gardens rejected
Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy ReporterThe community’s attempt to secure a right to bid for Ventnor Winter Gardens has suffered a setback, after the building’s…
Read MoreGirlguiding open event takes place this weekend
Ladies who were once Brownies or Girl Guides, along with parents and anyone interested in volunteering, are invited to a…
Read MoreYouth Councillors quiz IW Council Chairman
The Isle of Wight Youth Council hosted Councillor Ian Dore, chairman of the Isle of Wight Council, for a lively…
Read MorePolice alerted after wildlife poisoning
A badger found dying beneath garden decking, in Northwood last spring, has been confirmed as a victim of rodenticide poisoning,…
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