Isle of Wight News
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Controversial East Dene Plans Scrapped Following Wave Of Objections
Controversial plans to turn the historic Isle of Wight East Dene estate into an aparthotel are no more.
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Shanklin Flats In Hot Water After Resident Takes Repairs Into Own Hands
“I have had three strokes, I shouldn’t be living in this.”
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Vectis Veterans Project: VOS Expands Support For Isle Of Wight Veterans
Veterans Outreach Support (VOS) has announced a significant milestone in its commitment to Isle of Wight veterans with the launch of the 'Vectis Veterans' initiative.
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Isle Of Wight Dental Services Continue To Feel Strain As Solution Sought
“Sticking plasters” are being used to try to fix the Isle of Wight’s dental crisis including a mobile dental bus and asking existing practices to do more.
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Final Call To Book Flu And Covid-19 Vaccinations
A final call for eligible people to come forward for their flu and COVID-19 vaccination is being made ahead of the national booking system closing in nine days time.
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More Rain On The Way As Yellow Weather Warning Issued For Isle Of Wight
A yellow weather warning for rain has been issued for the Isle of Wight.
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Isle of Wight Ambulance Service Completes 2023 Multi-Casualty Exercise
The IW Ambulance Service put plans to the test yesterday evening with a large-scale multi-agency training exercise.
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Isle Of Wight Communities To Get Travelling Pantry To Help Cut Food Costs
A new travelling community pantry will be launched on the Island to help people who are struggling with the rising cost of food.
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More Than 100 Homes To Be Built On Bembridge Greenfield Site If Proposal Accepted
More than 100 homes are planned for the edge of Bembridge, in the latest major scheme put forward by an Isle of Wight developer.
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Major Planning Policy Could See Fewer Houses Built On Isle Of Wight
Fewer houses could be built annually on the Isle of Wight, as the latest changes to a major planning policy are considered.
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Isle Of Wight Donkey Sanctuary Says Goodbye To Beloved Coffee
One of the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary's most beloved residents has passed away.
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New Jobs And Boutique B&B: Niton's Buddle Inn Unveils Refurbishment Plans
A popular Isle of Wight pub has unveiled its grand refurbishment plans which could provide boutique B&B rooms, cater to more guests and in turn create more jobs.
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Christmas And New Year Waste Collection Date Changes Confirmed
Recycling, waste and garden subscription collections are changing for two weeks over Christmas and the New Year period.
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Wet Leg, Fatboy Slim, Snow Patrol, Jamie T And Biffy Clyro Announced For Victorious Festival 2024
Isle of Wight global superstars Wet Leg have been announced alongside a flurry of high-profile acts for next summer's Victorious Festival in Southsea.
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Isle Of Wight Events Mark RNLI’s Bicentenary Year In 2024
The RNLI is creating additional events and activities on the Isle of Wight to commemorate rescues of the past, celebrate the work of today’s Lifeboat crews, and inspire the support and participation needed for the future.
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Save Westridge Farm Campaign Seeking Additional £16,000 For Application Review
Campaigners hoping to take the Isle of Wight Council to the High Court, over Ryde’s Westridge Farm, site need to raise more money – and there could be just a few weeks left to do that.
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Good Drivers Don't Drive Under The Influence
'tis the festive season and the Isle of Wight Council is launching a drink drive campaign to remind motorists that good drivers don't drive under the influence.
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Island Life Craft Brewery Ale House To Open In East Cowes
Conditional permission has been granted for a new craft ale bar, which plans to open in an Isle of Wight town, showcasing locally brewed ales.
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Isle Of Wight MP Seeking Law Change To Strip Meghan And Harry Of Titles
The Isle of Wight's MP, Bob Seely, is seeking a law change to strip the Duke and Duchess of Sussex of their titles over the royal racism row.
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Isle Of Wight Tandoori Vows To Makes Improvements After One-Star Hygiene Rating
An Isle of Wight Indian restaurant — which has been visited by billionaire businessman Richard Branson and has his photo on the wall — has apologised to its customers after being slapped with a one-star food hygiene rating.
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Controversial Council Move Rules All Year Round Caravan Park Use Illegal
To use an Isle of Wight caravan park all year round would be illegal, the Isle of Wight Council has ruled.
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'Happy And Supportive' But No Ofsted Improvement For Ryde's Oakfield Primary
A “happy and supportive” Isle of Wight primary school has fallen short of improving its Ofsted rating after a recent inspection.
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CCTV Released In Connection With High Value Newport Theft
Do you know this man?
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Isle Of Wight College Demolition Plans Revealed
Buildings at the Isle of Wight College could be torn down in the new year to make way for state-of-the-art facilities.
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Arson Investigation Underway Following Early Hours Barn Fire
An arson investigation has been launched following a fire in the early hours of this morning (Friday).
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Future Of Steve Porter Employees And Site Resolved As Acclaim Logistics Acquires Depot
Isle of Wight shipping specialist Acclaim Logistics has acquired the Cowes depot and key members of the Steve Porter senior management team after the company filed for administration in September.
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Three Golds For Parkdean Resorts British Travel Awards
Parkdean Resorts, which operates four holiday parks on the Isle of Wight, has secured an unprecedented back-to-back hat-trick of Gold Awards at the British Travel Awards.
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Plans Revealed For Former Tomato-Growing Site To Become Houses
A former Isle of Wight tomato-growing enterprise could be knocked down and turned into houses under new plans.
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Third Time Lucky For Luccombe Manor Extension?
Could it be third time lucky for a luxury Isle of Wight hotel’s big expansion plans?
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Early Hours Fires See Crews Called To Brading And Bowcombe
Fire crews have been called to two early hours fires today (Friday) with a road closed as a result.
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Stormy Weather Forces Closure Of Recently Reopened Bramble Chine Steps
Stormy weather has forced the closure of steps to a popular Isle of Wight beach — just seven months after they reopened — because they are no longer attached to the cliff.
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Good Ofsted Review For Carisbrooke Primary School
A “positive learning culture” permeates throughout an Isle of Wight primary school which has kept its ‘Good’ Ofsted rating.
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Conservation Programme For Endangered Native Crayfish Gets Isle Of Wight Boost
A new conservation centre on the Isle of Wight is set to become a key part of a conservation programme to secure the future of an Endangered species.
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Several New Warnings Issued For Islanders To Avoid Being Scammed
A number of scam warnings have been issued for the Isle of Wight this week.
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Fairlee Fireworks Back With A Bang For 2023
Following its sell-out success last year, Fairlee Fireworks will be back for 2023.
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Isle Of Wight Radio's 2023 Child Of Wight Award Winners Revealed
The Island's young heroes have been crowned at Isle of Wight Radio's Child of Wight Awards 2023.
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Be The Isle Of Wight's First Wing Walker with Mountbatten
Islanders will have the chance to soar through the skies as part of the Isle of Wight’s very first wing-walking event next March.
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Emerging Artist Of The Month: Amy Jolliffe
This month’s Emerging Artist is a 20-year-old wunderkind who has made an increasing impact on the local scene over the course of 2023.
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Emerging Artist Of The Month: Luna Carina
This month’s Emerging Artist is an indie-rock band which has already received recognition from BBC Introducing.
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Emerging Artist Of The Month: Jay Eatwell
Isle of Wight Radio's Emerging Artist of the Month for May will be a name familiar to thousands of people across the UK.
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East Cowes Town Council And Red Funnel Open New Community Orchard
East Cowes Town Council and Red Funnel have opened a new Community Orchard to Isle of Wight residents, after coming together to create a safe and relaxing space for members of the local community.
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The History of Newport’s Apollo Theatre
As The Apollo Theatre celebrates its 50th anniversary, we look back at the history of this iconic building in Newport, dedicated to the art of performance.
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Glitz, Glamour, Drama And Dance: Strictly Ballroom Swings On To Stage At Kings Theatre
Strictly Ballroom The Musical burst on to stage at Kings Theatre this week, in an explosion of glitz, glamour, drama and dance — under the iconic glitter ball.
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Cowes Week 2022: All You Need To Know
As Cowes Week gets underway, here's a taster of what to expect over the coming week.
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Second Heat Of 'The Island Has Talent' To Get Underway On Ryde Beach This Weekend
The second heat of The Island Has Talent is being held on Ryde Seafront today (Saturday).
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Island Firefighter Takes Crew On Coastline Challenge Following Cancer Recovery
Isle of Wight firefighters will begin an epic charity challenge on Friday (22) after a popular member of their ranks recovered from cancer.
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Rhythmtree Festival Gets Underway At New Thorness Location
The Isle of Wight's Rhythmtree Festival is back at a new location from today (Friday).
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Jingle All The Way! New Festive Fundraiser For Isle Of Wight's Mountbatten
A new festive fundraiser is coming to the Isle of Wight for Mountbatten.
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Round Of Appaws! Freshwater Pet Store Owners Bid Farewell After 40 Years
After almost 40 years at the helm, the owners of the popular Freshwater Pet Store are bidding an emotional fur-well.
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My Darling Clementine To Return To Island After Shanklin Theatre Success
Following the success of their first Isle of Wight show earlier this year, My Darling Clementine is coming back to the Island by popular demand.
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“Some Progress But More To Do” Almost Two Years On From Isle Of Wight Mum’s Skin Cancer Death
"Things are better, but a lot more still needs to be done" to take potentially malignant moles seriously, according to an Isle of Wight mother, who lost her daughter to skin cancer in 2020.
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Isle Of Wight's Billingham Manor — Former Home Of Author J.B Priestley — For Sale For £3.95m
The Isle of Wight's famous Billingham Manor is up for sale for £3.95 million.
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Isle Of Wight Man Raises More Money For Mountbatten In Memory Of Mum
A man from Ryde is lacing up his walking boots yet again, to raise money for Mountbatten in memory of his mum.
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Winners Announced At Isle Of Wight Book Awards Charity Lunch
The winners of the inaugural Isle of Wight Book Awards were revealed at a charity lunch in Cowes yesterday (Wednesday).
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Isle Of Wight Man With Cystic Fibrosis Takes On 100 Mile Charity Walk
An Isle of Wight man, who was born with Cystic Fibrosis, is taking on a 100 mile walk this month, to raise money for the hospital which gave him a new pair of lungs.
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Jilted Isle Of Wight Bride ‘The Real Miss Havisham’
The owners of a holiday cottage in Bonchurch believe they’ve uncovered the inspiration behind the infamous Charles Dickens character, Miss Havisham.
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Revealed: How Many Isle Of Wight Secondary School Applicants Missed Out On Preferred Choice
Just under 20 per cent of Isle of Wight school children have missed out on their first choice secondary school, with five per cent not getting any of their preferred picks.
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David Bowie’s PJs And Freddie Mercury Jacket Designs Being Auctioned For Ryde Bandstand Project
David Bowie and Freddie Mercury's costume designer is backing an ambitious project to bring live music back to the seaside on the Isle of Wight.
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Sunday Night At Shanklin Theatre: Concert Remembers Isle Of Wight's Beloved John Hannam
A night of live music at Shanklin Theatre tonight (Sunday) will pay homage to legendary Isle of Wight journalist and broadcaster, John Hannam.
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Applications For Isle of Wight Primary Schools To Close This Weekend
Families with children due to start at primary school this September are being reminded to apply before the deadline on Saturday (January 15).
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Emerging Artist Of The Month: The Optimists
Our Emerging Artist of the Month for June will be making their Isle of Wight Festival Main Stage debut on Sunday (June 18) after winning this year's Wight Noize competition.
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Weather Warning For Strong Winds On Isle Of Wight
A weather warning for strong winds is in force on the Isle of Wight.
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Mountbatten’s Santa Dash Returns With A New Isle Of Wight Venue
Santa Dash – Mountbatten’s annual festive family fun run – will return next month at a new venue.
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Newport Fire Station Christmas Tree Goes Up
The iconic Newport Fire Station tree has been spotted going up on the drill tower this week.
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When John Hannam Met John 'Boycie' Challis
John Hannam recalls one cold January day, when he interviewed John 'Boycie' Challis — that notorious second-hand car dealer from Only Fools and Horses.
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70-Mile Isle Of Wight Coastal Walk Raises £40,000 To Support People With Mental Illness
The founder of a charity which provides support to people with mental illness is taking on a 70-mile Isle of Wight coastal walk, to raise funds and awareness.
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Isle Of Wight Writer With Cerebral Palsy Goes On Tour With The Stars
A freelance writer and journalist with Cerebral Palsy is bringing his podcast to the stage.
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Fallen Tree Closes Road In Godshill
An emergency road closure has been put in place in Godshill.
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MAN v FAT Football Coming To Isle Of Wight
A six-a-side football programme that has already helped more than 6,000 men across the UK tackle obesity is set to kick-off on the Isle of Wight this month.
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Emerging Artist Of The Month: Charlotte 'Tink' Beadle
This month's Emerging Artist arrived at Isle of Wight HQ adorned with a weighted backpack as part of her training for a European trek later this year.
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Isle Of Wight Emerging Artist Of The Month: Phoenix Lopes
The story of this month's emerging artist, Phoenix Lopes, is one of patience and overcoming lockdown stimulated disillusionment.
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Emerging Artist Of The Month: Ben Stubbs
February's Emerging Artist of the Month hasn't followed trends conventional to Islanders in the music industry.
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Emerging Artist Of The Month: Meg Rasmussen
This month's emerging artist has been patient in building both her online and stage presence over the past couple of years.
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Isle Of Wight Emerging Artist Of The Month: Josh White
Did you realise that Eminem was on the Isle of Wight Festival line-up last year?
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Controversial East Dene Plans Scrapped Following Wave Of Objections
Controversial plans to turn the historic Isle of Wight East Dene estate into an aparthotel are no more.
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Shanklin Flats In Hot Water After Resident Takes Repairs Into Own Hands
“I have had three strokes, I shouldn’t be living in this.”
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Vectis Veterans Project: VOS Expands Support For Isle Of Wight Veterans
Veterans Outreach Support (VOS) has announced a significant milestone in its commitment to Isle of Wight veterans with the launch of the 'Vectis Veterans' initiative.
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Isle Of Wight Dental Services Continue To Feel Strain As Solution Sought
“Sticking plasters” are being used to try to fix the Isle of Wight’s dental crisis including a mobile dental bus and asking existing practices to do more.