Cracks 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
Isle of Wight ObserverA 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…
Read MoreKind- hearted Wolves help animals in need
A food run with a difference has been supported by Wight Wolves motorcyclists, following a charity ride-out which ended in…
Read MorePopular rugby player dies in single vehicle accident
Ventnor Rugby Club is in mourning this week after the shock death of Tristan Price, who first played for the…
Read MorePublic talk on the history of auctions
The St Helens Historical Society is hosting a public talk on the history of auctions later this month. The event,…
Read MoreStrong year of support for Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus
A total of £9,070 was raised during 2025 for the IW Association for Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus, with a range…
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