Drive a steam engine
IW Observer.co.ukIf you’ve ever wanted to drive a steam engine, here is your chance. It may not be this Black 5…
Read MorePublic consultation on cycling and walking routes under way
Two public meetings are taking place in East Cowes later this month, seeking the views of local people, employees and…
Read MoreCalling young Island musicians!
Talented young musicians are being given the chance to take a step towards excellence, thanks to the West Wight Arts…
Read MoreCommunity hub shutting down
The East Cowes and Whippingham hub, which at the height of Covid was helping more than 400 people a day,…
Read MoreCtK students Dance LIVE
Christ the King students won two first awards in the Dance LIVE competition at the Guildhall, Portsmouth, on Saturday (February…
Read MoreTesla test drives
On Wednesday the Island’s first test-drive event for the Tesla Model 3 was hosted by Vehicle Consulting Solent, based in…
Read MoreBrowns Golf Course parking fiasco
The leaseholders of Brown’s Family Golf and Cafe are being threatened with court action for switching off their own electricity…
Read MoreSpotlight will be on young talent at TEDxLukelyBrook
Further details have been announced about TEDxLukelyBrook, taking place on March 2, with a live audience in the Anthony Minghella…
Read MoreSign up for garden waste subscription
Spring is in the air and the garden is starting to grow! The Green Garden Waste Collection Service is now…
Read MoreTeacher exceeds four million downloads of free reading aids
A primary school teacher, who specialises in phonics to help children develop their literacy and numeracy skills, has become one…
Read MoreNovice rowers take on Atlantic challenge
Three friends are planning to take on the ‘world’s toughest row’ – the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge – to raise…
Read MoreIsland Theatre: February brings us plenty of theatrical treats
It may still be winter, but February brings us plenty of theatrical treats. If you’re quick, you can still catch…
Read MoreCabinet Connection – Chris Jarman
The shorter days of winter provided ample opportunity to focus on the complexities and conflicting demands of setting a legal…
Read MoreHOLMSEY: Life’s petty irritations…
I hope you enjoyed Richard Quigley’s efforts to entertain you in my absence. He’s good, but I’m back now, and…
Read MoreLack of hedge leads to loss of competition
The Isle of Wight Hedgelaying Competition will not take place in 2022. The Isle of Wight Hedgerow Group announced today…
Read MoreParalympian swimmer to give TedTalk in March
Organisers of TEDxLukelyBrook have announced that paralympian, Will Perry, will be taking to the stage on March 2 to give…
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