Isle of Wight News
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Louise Brings World Of Experience To Isle Of Wight RSPCA Wildlife Welfare
The Island RSPCA’s new wildlife co-ordinator is literally bringing a world of experience to her new role.
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You Will Never Break The Chain: Ryde Builders Join Forces With Mayor To Support Lifeguards
Ryde Mayor Michael Lilley led a chain gang with a difference as he joined efforts to support the town’s beach lifeguards.
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Flood Alert Issued For Isle Of Wight With Inclement Weather To Continue Into Weekend
A Flood Alert has been issued by the Environment Agency.
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Redundant Sewage Tanks Could Return To Newport Following River Medina Spills
Redundant sewage storage tanks in Newport could be brought back into use to help cut the number of spills into the River Medina.
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Yellow Weather Warning In Place Until Midday Today
The Met Office has issued the island with a yellow weather warning today, with winds of up to 70mph expected until 4pm this afternoon (March 31).
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Car On Roof Following Crash Near To Newport's Monkey Haven
A car is on its roof this afternoon (Thursday), having overturned following a crash on Staplers Road.
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Southern Water Denies River Medina Sewage Issues Despite Storm Water Overflows
Storm water overflows are being discharged into the River Medina, it has been revealed.
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Body Found In Alum Bay During Search For Missing 77-Year-Old Woman
Officers searching for missing 77-year-old Celia Vosper yesterday afternoon (29 March) sadly located the body of a woman in the Alum Bay area.
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Fraud And Computer Scams Among Latest Isle Of Wight Warnings
A flurry of new scam warnings have been issued for the Isle of Wight today (Thursday).
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Isle Of Wight College Great Tommy Sleep Out Raises £1,685 For Royal British Legion
The Isle of Wight College's Uniformed Public Services course recently organised a Great Tommy Sleep Out.
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Isle Of Wight NHS Trust Recruits New Talent In Partnership With Local Apprenticeship College
Young people on the Isle of Wight are starting exciting careers with the NHS as part of a collaboration between the Island’s NHS Trust and local training provider HTP Apprenticeship College.
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BAE Donate New Incident Unit To Support Lifesaving Search And Rescue Charity
Cowes based BAE Systems has donated one of its site vans to local charity Isle of Wight Search and Rescue to help with their important work on the Island.
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Mermaid Atlantic Team Launch Rowing Boat in Preparation for The World’s Toughest Row
The Mermaid Atlantic team and a band of supporters gathered on the bank of the River Medina earlier this week to launch their Rannoch 45 rowing boat, now adorned with sponsor logos.
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Improved Access At Brading Down Local Nature Reserve
Funding from the Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’s Access Fund has enabled local charity Gift to Nature to improve access for disabled visitors to Brading Down Local Nature Reserve.
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New Cycle Routes Proposed For Newport And Ryde To Reduce Number Of Cars On Road
New cycle routes could be created in Newport and Ryde to get more people out of their cars.
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WATCH: Young Islanders Complete Epic Premier League Ground Challenge For Mountbatten
A group of young Island footballers have completed a whirlwind tour of every Premier League ground in less than 24 hours - raising almost £2,700 so far for a local charity.
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Isle Of Wight Council Nationally Recognised As Age Friendly Employer
Three years ago the Isle of Wight Council signed the Age Friendly Charter — a commitment to creating an environment where older people can live safely, enjoy good health and stay locally involved.
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Red Funnel And Wightlink Announce High Profile Appointments
Two Isle of Wight travel companies have completed high-profile appointments this week.
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Popular Alum Bay Attraction Hit By Access Issues After Closure Of Public Footpath
The owner of a popular Isle of Wight attraction has lamented the sudden closure of a public footpath — and only free access route to his business — over fears it could lose him vital footfall.
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Weather Warning Issued For Isle Of Wight As 70MPH Winds Forecast
The Isle of Wight Met Service has issued a yellow weather warning for gales this morning (Wednesday).
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Public Appeal Launched To Find Missing Celia From Freshwater
Can you help to find missing Celia Vosper, 77, from the Isle of Wight?
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Paws For Thought: Wildheart Animal Sanctuary Teams Up With Ability Dog Charity
The Wildheart Animal Sanctuary in Sandown is working with Ability Dogs 4 Young People to open up the sanctuary to Island residents and visitors who use assistance dogs when out and about.
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Isle Of Wight's Oldest Brewery To Open New Visitor Centre In Arreton
The oldest brewery in operation on the Isle of Wight opens its doors next month to a new purpose-built visitor centre.
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Government Intervention Sought For Major Cowes Seafront Homes Proposal
Frustration over a lack of council decision on a major Cowes seafront homes plan has led to developers seeking government intervention.
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On The Wrox: Primary School Pupils Take Glimpse At Future Selves
Pupils from an Isle of Wight primary school were treated to a jobs fair with a difference by local business people last week.
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Broken Down Lorry Causing Blocking Road Between Shanklin And Lake
A broken down lorry is causing delays and diversions in Shanklin this afternoon (Tuesday).
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Man In Custody Following Carisbrooke Attack On Traffic Warden
Police were called to Carisbrooke this morning (Tuesday) after a traffic warden was attacked by a member of the public.
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WhatsApp Scam Sees Criminals Pose As Friends Of App Users
Criminals are targeting WhatsApp users by posing as a friend and asking for a security code.
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Learner Driver And Passenger Arrested On Suspicion Of Drug Driving In Binstead
A teenage learner driver and their supervising passenger were arrested on suspicion of drug-driving last night (Monday) after being stopped by police officers in Binstead.
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Two Beloved Members Of Isle Of Wight Donkey Sanctuary Herd Say Their Final Goodbye
Two much loved animals from the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary sadly said their final goodbyes at the weekend.
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Breakfast To Go: Lake Lodge To Make Way For Home Comforts
A bed and breakfast in a picturesque part of the Isle of Wight could be turned into a home.
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Long Ambulance Waiting Times Result In Death Of Isle Of Wight Resident
Long waiting times for ambulances on the Isle of Wight has led to the recent death of a resident.
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Cowes Harbour Master Working With Owners Of Vessel Wrecked By Boat Fire
Cowes Harbour Master is continuing to work with the owners of the wrecked vessel “Saby.”
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Plans Submitted For Houses Near Rural Isle Of Wight Primary School In Arreton
Houses are proposed near a rural Isle of Wight primary school.
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Globally Successful Isle Of Wight Author Releases Latest Sci-Fi Spectacular
An acclaimed Isle of Wight author has released the latest in his series of sci-fi books.
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Woman Arrested On Suspicion Of Drug-Driving Following Brading Stop
A woman in her 30s has been released under investigation today (Monday) following an arrest on suspicion of drug-driving.
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Closure Confirmed For Isle Of Wight Law Centre In Newport
The Trustees of the Newport based Isle of Wight Law Centre have announced its closure.
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Network Ryde Awarded Youth Investment Fund Grant To Transform Services For Young Islanders
Network Ryde has been awarded a transformational Youth Investment Fund grant to renovate St Thomas’ Church for young people across the Island.
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Police Requesting Information After Sudden Death Of Cowes Woman
An investigation is underway following the sudden death of a Cowes woman in her 70s.
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Trading Standards Advice Issued To Keep Islanders Safe From Rogue Traders
In the wake of the jailing last week of fraudster Simon Regan, the Isle of Wight Council's Trading Standards team has issued some helpful advice on spotting and avoiding rogue traders.
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Hampshire And Isle Of Wight Survey Launched For Victims Of Sexual Assault
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary are conducting a Victim Survivors Police Experience Survey for rape and other sexual offences.
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Investigation Closed After Reports Of Driver Approaching Child
Isle of Wight police have closed an investigation launched last week after reports of a person approaching a child they didn't know in Newport.
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Coastguard Helicopter In Weekend Medical Call-Outs
Coastguard helicopter and rescue teams were called to Newport for two separate early hours medical incidents over the weekend.
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Acts Announced For Wolverton Folk And Blues Fair
A day-long festival of folk and blues will return to Shorwell this Spring.
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Northwood's Warm Space Set For Transformation Into 'Vital Part' Of Social Scene
An Isle of Wight parish council is transforming its warm space, which has turned into a ‘vital part’ of the village’s social scene.
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Car Ends Up On Roof Following Newport Crash
A car ended up on its roof in Newport following a crash this afternoon (Friday).
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Whippingham Boat Fire Leads To Emergency Call-Out
Emergency services have been called to a boat on fire on the River Medina this afternoon (Friday).
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Man Pronounced Dead Following Multi-Agency Search In Ventnor
A man in his 40s has been pronounced dead following a multi-agency search along Ventnor beach this afternoon (Friday).
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Emergency Services Called To Ventnor Beach Missing Person Search
The Hampshire & Isle of Wight Air Ambulance is among emergency services sent to Ventnor to assist in the search for a missing person this afternoon (Friday).
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Police Launch Investigation After Driver Approaches Young Boy In Newport
Police are investigating after a boy was offered sweets and asked to get into a car by a person he didn't know in Newport yesterday (Thursday).
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First Shows Announced For Ventnor Fringe 2023
Ventnor Fringe, the Island’s multi award winning arts festival, is set to return from July 21-30, with the first wave of shows announced today (Friday).
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Ryde Interchange Project Set To Enter Final Phase
Island Roads says its Ryde interchange project is progressing well, with the final phase of work set to commence later this month.
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Nina To 'Milk' Debut Single Thanks To Plastic Mermaids Inspiration
An Isle of Wight singer will release her debut single next month — having been inspired by one of the Island's most popular bands of recent years.
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Medley Of Medals At Isle Of Wight Music, Dance And Drama Festival For Cowes' Theatretrain Students
Theatretrain students are celebrating after collecting a massive haul of medals at this year's Isle of Wight Music, Dance and Drama Festival.
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Future Of Ryde's Appley Tower Secured With Museum Plans Announced
An iconic landmark in Ryde has been guaranteed a safe future thanks to a Heritage Lottery grant.
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Annual PEACH Art Exhibition Opens At Quay Arts This Weekend
The creativity of Island pupils will be showcased and celebrated in a new art exhibition opening at Newport's Quay Arts this weekend.
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Woman Dies After Being Pulled From The Sea At Ryde
A woman has died after being pulled from the sea at Ryde.
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New Isle Of Wight Ferry Service Route Planned For Yarmouth And Lymington
Plans for a new Lymington to Yarmouth ferry have been revealed.
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Child Exploitation Awareness Day Event In Newport This Weekend
An event to tackle child exploitation is taking place in Newport tomorrow (Saturday).
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Island Business Presented with National Clean Maritime Award
Isle of Wight electronics firm, Datum Electronics, celebrated national success recently at the Maritime UK Awards held at the Double Tree by Hilton in Hull.
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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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Isle Of Wight Councillors Set For 'Biggest Allowance Increase In Years'
Isle of Wight Councillors have approved how much money they will be given in the coming year.
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Suspected Historical Ordnance Found In Sandown
EXCLUSIVE FIRST PHOTOS: A piece of suspected historical, unexploded ordnance has been discovered near The Bay School in Sandown.
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Isle Of Wight Council Wants To Tax Second Home Owners To 'Maximise Revenue At Every Opportunity'
The Isle of Wight Council has declared its intent to charge owners of second homes and empty properties more council tax — once it becomes law.
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Crash On Newport's Long Lane
There has been a crash on Newport's Long Lane this morning (Thursday).
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Jewel Of The South: Isle Of Wight Episode Three To Air Tonight
The third episode of Jewel of the South, starring the Isle of Wight, airs this evening (Thursday).
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More Acts Added To Isle Of Wight Festival 2023 Line-Up
The Isle of Wight Festival has added more acts to this year's line-up.
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Council Pledges To Support Nearly 20,000 Unpaid Isle Of Wight Carers
Nearly 20,000 people on the Island are unpaid carers and the Isle of Wight Council has pledged to do more to support them.
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New Isle Of Wight Beach Sports Initiative To Tackle Anti-Social Behaviour This Summer
The Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, has responded to calls to help combat anti-social behaviour (ASB) in Ryde by funding a summer sports programme.
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Priory's Clean Sweep At Isle Of Wight Music, Dance And Drama Festival 2023
It was a podium sweep for Year 6 students from Priory School of Our Lady of Walsingham in Whippingham in a verse speaking class at the recent Isle of Wight Music, Dance and Drama Festival.
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Residential Boarding Plan A Step Closer For East Cowes' Victoria Barracks
The historic, but ‘neglected’, Victoria Barracks, on East Cowes Esplanade could be restored into an education and training facility with residential boarding accommodation as plans move a step closer.
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Floating Bridge To Be Out Of Action For 11 Days
The Floating Bridge will be out of action for 11 days later this month (March).
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Talented Isle Of Wight Pianist To Star In Channel 4 Final
A talented Isle of Wight pianist will appear in the final of a Channel 4 program tonight (Wednesday).
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Isle Of Wight MP Welcomes Government’s Plan To Tackle Illegal Immigration
Isle of Wight MP Bob Seely is welcoming the Government’s Illegal Migration Bill.
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Isle Of Wight Council Marks Young Carers Action Day
The Isle of Wight Council and partners are asking people to show their support to Island young people on Young Carers Action Day today (Wednesday).
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Island Roads Chooses Beaulieu Respite As Charity Of The Year
Island Roads has chosen Beaulieu Respite as its charity of the year.
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Pennyfeathers 900-Home Ryde Development Moves Step Closer
Seven years after it was proposed, a major 900-home development on the outskirts of Ryde is a step closer — and here’s what it could look like.
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Car And Coach Crash On Downs Road Leads To Severe Traffic Delays
Emergency services have been called to the outskirts of Newport this afternoon (Tuesday).
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Floating Bridge To Be Out Of Action For 11 Days For Annual Inspection
The Floating Bridge will undergo its annual inspection by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) from next Monday (March 20).
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Free Isle Of Wight Easter Activity Spaces On Offer For Children And Young People
Children and young people will once again be able to enjoy a varied programme of free activities during the upcoming Easter holidays.
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Meet The Talented Teams Chosen For Red Funnel’s ‘Proud To Support’ Initiative
Red Funnel has announced the teams it will be supporting as part of its new ‘Proud to Support’ travel sponsorship programme, - which includes sports, dance, and theatre clubs.
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Hundreds Of Customers Meet With Southern Water On The Isle Of Wight
How to best tackle storm overflows took top billing at a special two-day Southern Water event on the Isle of Wight last week.
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Ventnor Man Arrested Following Sudden Death Of Woman In Her 50s
A man has been arrested following the death of a vulnerable woman in Ventnor.
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Future Of Major West Acre Park Development To Be Decided Next Week
The fate of a major Isle of Wight housing development will be decided next week – after a study revealed curlews were only on site in low numbers.
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Green Light For Hampshire And Isle Of Wight Health Partnership To Continue
A public health partnership between Hampshire and the Isle of Wight has been given the go-ahead to continue for another two years.
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Strawberry Jam Charity Event For Isle Of Wight Youth Trust
Strings Bar & Venue in Newport will host a fundraising event this Saturday (March 18) in aid of the Isle of Wight Youth Trust.
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Isle Of Wight Council Insists Enough Childcare Places Despite Concerns
The Isle of Wight Council insists there are enough childcare places on the Island to provide for youngsters — despite what parents say.
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Professional FA Coach Signed To Head-Up Isle Of Wight College Football Provision
The Isle of Wight college has announced a new partnership with a professional Football Association coach.
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Mellow Yellow: Double Trouble For Wroxall As Line Proposal Approved
There will be less parking in another Isle of Wight village as more double yellow lines have been approved.
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Yellow Weather Warning For Strong Winds Issued For Isle Of Wight
A yellow weather warning for strong winds has been issued for the Isle of Wight this morning (Monday).
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'Happy, Healthy And Active' Public Health Strategy Launched For Isle Of Wight
‘Happy, healthy and active’ — that’s the Isle of Wight Council’s ambition for its elderly population as residents start to live longer.
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Gary Lineker To Return To Hosting Sport For BBC Following Row Over Migration Tweets
Gary Lineker is to return to presenting sport on the BBC after he was taken off air over his tweets criticising the government's migration policy.
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WINNERS REVEALED: Isle of Wight Radio Best In Business Awards
Some of the Island’s leading companies, attractions and eateries have been recognised at the Isle of Wight Radio Best in Business Awards.
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Multiple Fire Crews Called To Seaview Residential Fire
Several fire crews are in attendance at a residential fire in Seaview this afternoon (Friday 10th).
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Higher Tax For Second Home And Empty Property Owners On Isle Of Wight A Step Closer
A higher tax for owners of second homes and empty properties on the Isle of Wight, is a step closer.
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Operation Wightwash Clamps Down On Errant Isle Of Wight Drivers
Officers from the mainland-based Roads Policing Unit joined Isle of Wight colleagues this week for a two-day enforcement operation on the Island’s Roads.
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Rescue Mission Underway As Lifeboat, Helicopter And Coastguard Teams Called To Whitecliff Bay
HM Coastguard is currently responding to reports of two people cut off by the tide in the Whitecliff Bay area.
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Dino-Mite Reopening Set For Shanklin Chine As New Residents Await
Shanklin Chine opens its gates to visitors for the 2023 season later this month, with a 'raptor-ous' welcome in store for visitors.
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Island Nutrition Nurse Specialist Shortlisted For Nursing Excellence Award
An Isle of Wight NHS Trust nurse has been shortlisted for a British Journal of Nursing Award.
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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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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.
- Louise Brings World Of Experience To Isle Of Wight RSPCA Wildlife Welfare
- You Will Never Break The Chain: Ryde Builders Join Forces With Mayor To Support Lifeguards
- Flood Alert Issued For Isle Of Wight With Inclement Weather To Continue Into Weekend
- Redundant Sewage Tanks Could Return To Newport Following River Medina Spills
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Louise Brings World Of Experience To Isle Of Wight RSPCA Wildlife Welfare
The Island RSPCA’s new wildlife co-ordinator is literally bringing a world of experience to her new role.
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You Will Never Break The Chain: Ryde Builders Join Forces With Mayor To Support Lifeguards
Ryde Mayor Michael Lilley led a chain gang with a difference as he joined efforts to support the town’s beach lifeguards.
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Flood Alert Issued For Isle Of Wight With Inclement Weather To Continue Into Weekend
A Flood Alert has been issued by the Environment Agency.
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Redundant Sewage Tanks Could Return To Newport Following River Medina Spills
Redundant sewage storage tanks in Newport could be brought back into use to help cut the number of spills into the River Medina.