More sailings in August on Wightlink’s car ferry routes
Isle of Wight ObserverFollowing increased demand for cross-Solent travel, Wightlink is pleased to announce more services on its Portsmouth-Fishbourne and Lymington-Yarmouth routes in…
Read MoreNewport Roman Villa set to reopen tomorrow
Newport Roman Villa will reopen tomorrow, Monday (3 August) with new health and safety measures in place. Explore the incredible…
Read MoreOsborne Run cancelled but new cycling event revealed
This year’s Osborne Run is the latest Mountbatten event to be hit by the coronavirus pandemic, but the hospice has…
Read MoreCowes lifeboat assists sail-jammed yacht
Cowes RNLI lifeboat went to the aid of a yacht in a choppy Western Solent today, which had a jammed…
Read MoreRNIB launches new online library for people with sight loss on the Isle of Wight
The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) has launched a new online library offering people with sight loss in…
Read MoreDavid Icke kicked off Facebook
David Icke, the controversial writer, public speaker and professional conspiracy theorist, who lives on the Isle of Wight, has had…
Read MoreLocal producer helps protect Island food supply during pandemic
An Isle of Wight dairy producer has helped residents get essential supplies during the COVID-19 pandemic by supplying thousands of…
Read MoreMP welcomes support for seafood businesses
MP Bob Seely has welcomed a £1 million grant scheme designed to increase the supply of local seafood during the…
Read MoreOsborne Run postponed due to coronavirus
Another popular Mountbatten event, which raises vital income to care for patients at the end of their lives and support…
Read MorePlatform One offers Island talent songwriting chance
Platform One College of Music, based in Newport, has launched a new Songwriting Showcase opportunity for Island residents aged between…
Read MoreStay at home, play at home to help keep Island safer
Parents and carers are reminded that play areas on the Isle of Wight are closed while everyone should be staying…
Read MoreHelping hand for scaffolding firms
Island Roads and the Isle of Wight Council have given a helping hand to Island scaffolding firms by suspending charges…
Read More£400 million to keep vital buses running
Isle of Wight buses are among those nationwide who will continue to serve those who rely on them thanks to…
Read MoreStay ‘fire safe’ during the coronavirus crisis
The Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service is reminding people of its advice to keep safe during the coronavirus…
Read MorePaul to release new album after crowdfunding boost
Popular Isle of Wight singer/songwriter Paul Armfield admits he is overwhelmed by the support he has received from fans and…
Read MoreIW Labour welcomes new leader Sir Kier
The appointment of new Labour leader Sir Kier Starmer has been welcomed by Isle of Wight Labour, after he won…
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