LOOK BACK IN TIME: 12 January 1901
Isle of Wight ObserverThis extract from the Isle of Wight Observer published on 12th January, 1901 shows that debate about a Solent tunnel…
Read MoreWIGHT IN WESTMINSTER: Richard Quigley MP — Labour MP for IW West
It might be the start of a new year, but my priorities haven’t changed. My resolution for 2026 is to…
Read MoreIsle of Wight planning applications: 9th 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 MoreCracks prompt repairs in historic building
Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy ReporterAn iconic Island municipal building, dating back to the 17th century, could undergo structural repairs after the appearance of ‘significant…
Read MoreRadio mast plan draws objections
Plans to install a 13-metre lattice mast, with a high frequency beam antenna behind a bungalow, have prompted objections from…
Read MoreKaroo goes on a sightseeing adventure
Mal ButlerA dog who decided to for a ‘sightseeing’ walk on the beach after escaping from his owner, was rescued after…
Read MoreHiss-terious guest in an Appley garden
A resident in Appley had a nasty shock when they spotted a Common North Carolina Grass Snake in their garden!…
Read MoreVotes sought for Mountbatten film
A short film, produced by Mountbatten Isle of Wight, has been nominated for a national award – and the hospice…
Read MoreFree seminar to support Island wildlife
Island Nature is inviting Isle of Wight businesses to a free lunchtime seminar later this month, aimed at helping organisations…
Read MoreCold test for the Wight Tri last week
A bracing -3°C greeted 21 hardy souls from Wight Tri on Sunday, as the East Cowes Enema Duathlon lived up…
Read MoreHOLMSEY: Sometimes we don’t realise how lucky we are!
We shared some of our grown-up kids with their partners’ families this Christmas. Those giant get-togethers of years gone by…
Read MoreRunners turn out in force for Soup Run
The annual Soup Run, in aid of Bembridge Youth & Community Centre, has taken place with a record 130 entrants.…
Read MorePharmacy takeover for Jhoots
Four more Jhoots Pharmacies have been taken over by Allied Pharmacies, after serious financial problems at the national group led…
Read MoreISLAND THEATRE: January’s theatrical treats
Maureen SullivanHappy New Year! And welcome to a very theatrical 2026, and some January treats… First, the Wight Island Players bring…
Read MoreRecord-breaking charity tractor run
A record 102 tractors took part in the IW Classic Tractors’ Charity Road Run. The annual event, which has been…
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