Savoyards’ showstopping glamorous golden gala
IW Observer.co.ukThe Island Savoyards celebrated their golden anniversary with an evening of entertainment that was a treat for the audience at…
Read MoreSaints legend to visit the Island
Southampton football legend and ultra-endurance charity challenge fund-raiser, Francis Benali MBE, took time ahead of his June 25 visit to…
Read MoreA LOOK BACK IN TIME: Three diverse snippets
Three very diverse snippets caught our eye in the Isle of Wight Observer of 11th June 1910. We hope that…
Read MoreNew face on council cabinet
Changes to the Isle of Wight Cabinet’s portfolios have appeared on the council’s website, along with a new face. Although…
Read MoreVECTIS VIEW: Kathy Chillistone, co-founder of ChilliWinter in Cowes
Oh, my goodness, we keep pinching ourselves! Our garden-studio business ChilliWinter has been crowned winning brand of the Gift of…
Read MoreKids go free at the County Show
How about a fab weekend of animals, activities and entertainment? The Royal Isle of Wight County Show is back next…
Read MoreSea safety in Sandown
Sandown Town Council, working with the beach safety service from Waterside Community Trust, are providing fun, structured sea safety sessions,…
Read MoreRobin completes challenging race
Robin James, in Champasak, has won the Royal Solent Yacht Club’s annual Prince Consort Charity Race – his third victory…
Read MoreHOLMSEY: Bob’s wretched fortnight
Let’s be clear, in some people’s minds a bag full of cash need not be a bung, and fibbing isn’t…
Read MoreCalling all Dancing Queens!
On Friday, July 1, Jack Up Events are hosting an evening guaranteed to have the feel-good factor. Taking place at…
Read MoreRyde Chorus is 30 years old
Ryde Chorus celebrated its 30th anniversary with a party at Northcourt Manor, Shorwell, last Friday (June 10). Among those attending…
Read MoreRallying welcomed back to the Island
The Isle of Wight Car Club (IWCC) and sponsors, Rally Replay, are bringing back rallying to the Island, more than…
Read MoreWater safety for children
Water safety sessions will be delivered to more than 600 local children this week at the West Wight Sports and…
Read MoreUKSA gets young Islanders afloat
UKSA has announced that it has received a Tesco community grant which will be put towards its ‘Test the Water’…
Read MoreA LOOK BACK IN TIME: The Eastern Monarch
On June 3rd 1859 the Eastern Monarch, described as a spendid ship, caught fire while moored off Spithead with the…
Read MoreEnjoy the annual beer celebration!
On Wednesday (June 15) it will be Beer Day Britain, the UK’s annual celebration of beer. Whether you enjoy drinking…
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