More than 3,000 visitors attend Spring Art and Garden Fair at Northwood House
Isle of Wight ObserverThe Isle of Wight Spring Art & Garden Fair once again proved to be a standout Easter highlight as visitors…
Read MoreBusinesses and residents warned after new scam reports on Isle of Wight
Businesses have been warned to stay alert, after Isle of Wight Trading Standards received fresh reports of scam activity affecting…
Read MoreIslanders urged to back petition over nurdle pollution threat
Planet Aware Isle of Wight is calling on Islanders to sign a national petition demanding that the UK government introduce…
Read MoreAge UK Isle of Wight grants Barry’s lifelong wish to meet an owl up close
A special day for the first recipient of Age UK Isle of Wight’s ‘Gift of Friendship’ service has highlighted the…
Read MoreIsle of Wight planning applications: 10th 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 MoreMan charged after disturbance at Newport Kingdom Hall remains in custody
A man who attempted to force his way into a religious event in Newport last week has been charged with…
Read MoreApril road improvement works planned at three Isle of Wight locations
Three improvement schemes will be carried out by Island Roads in April. Works at Heathfield Road in Freshwater, Howgate Road…
Read MoreSnap Fitness IW donates 210 Easter eggs to children at St Mary’s Hospital
Snap Fitness IW delivered 210 Easter eggs to the paediatric departments at St Mary’s Hospital on Friday. The donation was…
Read MoreWight Orienteers celebrates 50 years of navigating the Isle of Wight
Wight Orienteers is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, marking half a century since a small group of Island runners…
Read MoreIsle of Wight detectorist finds rare Bronze Age gold ring dating back 3,000 years
Island metal detectorist Mark Smedmor has described discovering a rare Bronze Age gold object as his “second find of a…
Read MoreAngel Radio set for DAB boost as Island nostalgia station awaits approval
Angel Radio, the Island’s long‑running nostalgia station, is preparing for a major leap forward as it awaits final approval from…
Read MoreRescued breeding dog Nellie gets new start as Island charity appeals for help
A dog rescued after being used repeatedly for breeding is now enjoying a new life thanks to the care of…
Read MoreSalty’s in Yarmouth to reopen in April under new operators
Salty’s in Yarmouth is to reopen at the end of April with new tenants taking over the restaurant and bar.…
Read MoreWightAID awards more than £13,500 to Island good causes in first 2026 grant round
Island good causes across the age range have shared more than £13,500 in the first WightAID round of grant giving…
Read MoreAn Evening with Football Legend – Peter Shilton
Medina Theatre | Saturday May 30 2026 | 7.30pm One night. One legend. Live on the Isle of Wight. Don’t…
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