Behind the headlines – a St Mary’s success story
Carole DennettWe all know that the NHS, both nationally and locally, has long waiting lists, but – as ever – behind…
Read MoreGodshill struts its stuff in Manolo Blahnik heels!
Luxury footwear designer, Manolo Blahnik, has given the Isle of Wight a foothold on the global fashion map. The Model…
Read MoreA chat with… Bob Simpson: Twickenham match closes Bob’s poignant ‘family loop’
The Sandown & Shanklin Veterans rugby team has been invited to play at the iconic Twickenham Stadium, to raise money…
Read MoreWishing Neil Chapman well with his new challenge
It’s all change for two of the Island’s cross-Solent ferry operators with the announcement that the MD of Hovertravel will…
Read MoreSchool closure decisions have been delayed
After a week that brought criticism from the Corporate Scrutiny Committee, the threat of strike ballots and a meeting with…
Read MoreWhat’s being kept hidden using Freedom of Information rules?
An investigation by the IW Observer has revealed troubling concerns about the Transport Infrastructure Board (TIB), a body created to…
Read MoreQuestions about new ferry announcement
Red Funnel claimed progress in its “partnership” with Belfast-based Artemis Technologies this week, giving hope of a greener future for…
Read MoreRed Funnel should engage with the Islanders’ Charter
A prominent retired businessman has issued a challenge to ferry operator Red Funnel, urging them to engage with the Islanders’…
Read MoreCouncil leaders add their support to the Island’s case to remain separate
Leaders from Hampshire, Portsmouth, and Southampton councils have joined forces in support of the Isle of Wight Council’s bid to…
Read MoreA West Acre win in court could be very short-lived
The battle to save Ryde’s historic Westridge Farm site is heating up ahead of a high-stakes court showdown in London.…
Read More‘Enormous burden’ due to unfair funding
The leader of the Isle of Wight Council, Cllr Phil Jordan, has issued a stark warning to the government regarding…
Read MoreElections postponed amid fears over council’s future
The Deputy Prime Minister appeared to suggest the future of the Isle of Wight Council could be uncertain, as she…
Read MoreLouis and Cooper are looking for a home
A local animal charity is urgently seeking a special home for two dogs, Louis and Cooper, after difficult circumstances left…
Read MoreFuture of IW Council brought into question by Deputy Prime Minister
The Deputy Prime Minister has confirmed that local elections will not go ahead on the Isle of Wight in May…
Read More‘Some votes simply did not make sense’
More passion than progress was generated by an Extraordinary Full Council meeting on Wednesday evening, when councillors gathered for an…
Read MoreIW OBSERVATIONS: Confused adventures in County Hall
The Isle of Wight Council hosted their second Extraordinary Full Council meeting in a month on Wednesday. It turns out…
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