A “truly inspirational gentleman”
Isle of Wight ObserverWW2 veteran Alec Penstone is a familiar face on the Island, and he will shortly celebrate his 101st birthday. A…
Read MoreOutgoing High Sheriff Jacque Gazzard thanks supporters at Bembridge celebration
The Island’s outgoing High Sheriff, Jacque Gazzard, held a private celebration on Friday to thank those who supported her throughout…
Read MoreWet Leg’s Rhian Teasdale joins Joe Wilkinson for Channel 4 train trip home to Isle of Wight
Wet Leg’s Rhian Teasdale appears in an unlikely pairing with comedian, actor, and screenwriter, Joe Wilkinson, in the second episode…
Read MoreTapnell Farm Park announces death of well-known wallaby Bear
Tapnell Farm Park has announced that its loveable Wallaby, Bear, has passed away. A spokesman confirmed yesterday (Thursday): “After recently…
Read MoreElection candidate misses out after papers not submitted by Conservative Association
One election candidate already knows he will not be waking up as a new councillor on May 8 – or…
Read MoreIsland faces weeks of disruption as major road closures hit Newport and beyond
For residents and business owners across the Isle of Wight, simply getting from A to B is becoming increasingly difficult.…
Read MoreRecord 127 teams set for Paul Westby memorial tournament in Northwood
The Paul Westby memorial tournament returns tomorrow at the County Showground in Northwood, where a record 127 youth teams will…
Read MoreSouthern Vectis says electric buses performing well despite minor issues
Southern Vectis has admitted there are ‘minor issues’ with the new electric buses which have recently been added to their…
Read MoreIsle of Wight planning applications: 17th April 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 MoreEast Cowes dog Billy in running to be crowned UK’s scruffiest dog
An East Cowes dog is in the running to be crowned the UK’s scruffiest dog, in a national competition described…
Read MoreIsle of Wight’s Lucy Scholes helps England win Deaf European futsal title
Isle of Wight futsal player, Lucy Scholes, has been crowned a European champion after helping England win the 2026 Women’s…
Read MoreSTAR LETTER: Bag charges backfire
Dear Editor, I always enjoy your newspaper and would like to respond to an article in last week’s edition. It…
Read MoreMemorial rugby match at Ventnor to honour Tristan Price
Friends, team-mates, and colleagues will come together this weekend to honour Tristan Price, with a memorial rugby match and family…
Read MoreIsle of Wight Scouts expand with new Cowes Explorer unit and Newport Squirrel Drey
Scouting on the Isle of Wight has expanded at both ends of its age range, with the launch of a…
Read MoreSafe at last: missing Isle of Wight dog rescued after 11 days on the run
A missing dog who spent 11 days on the run was finally found safe on Tuesday evening, bringing an emotional…
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