Isle of Wight News from Thursday, January 16th, 2025
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East Cowes Residents Set For Tax Increase To 'Save Esplanade Paddling Pool'
Following the annual public consultation in October 2024, East Cowes Town Council has decided to increase the precept for 2024/25.
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Attempted Murder Charge For 80-Year-Old Newport Woman Following Early Hours Incident
An 80 year-old woman has been charged with attempted murder following an incident at a residential address in Newport.
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Isle Of Wight Youth Services A "Postcode Lottery" Says Councillor
The Isle of Wight is a “postcode lottery” when it comes to young people accessing vital youth services, a Liberal Democrat councillor told County Hall yesterday evening.
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Newport Man Convicted Of Sexually Assaulting Child And Breaching Sexual Harm Prevention Order
A man has been convicted of sexually assaulting a child on the Isle of Wight.
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Councillor Responds To 27-House Colwell Bay Plan
“Our community has suffered greatly as a result of the new housing estates arriving”, an Isle of Wight councillor has said in response to a proposed 27-house development.
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Island Cocktail Bar Bid To Diversify Offering With Mobile Kitchens Turned Down
A popular Isle of Wight cocktail bar’s bid to diversify its offering with alternating mobile kitchens in its rear courtyard has been turned down by County Hall.
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New Groyne Construction In Gurnard To Feature Innovative Artificial Rockpools
Artificial rockpools will be included in the reconstruction of a concrete groyne on Gurnard beach, creating essential habitats for marine life.
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Isle Of Wight Council Takes Action On Derelict Esplanade Hotel
The Isle of Wight Council has stepped in to tackle the long-standing issues of the derelict Esplanade Hotel on Sandown High Street.
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Man Convicted Of Shanklin Stabbing
A man has been convicted of stabbing another man in Shanklin.
- Primary School Locked Down After Man Enters In Need Of Medical Assistance
- Criminals Dealt Crushing Blow As Seized E-Scooters And Electric Motorcycles Destroyed
- Isle Of Wight Weather Warnings Issued With Storm Éowyn Forecast To Bring 80mph Winds
- Friends Of St Mary’s Hospital Donate £27,000 To Support Patients And Staff
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Primary School Locked Down After Man Enters In Need Of Medical Assistance
An Isle of Wight primary school was locked down yesterday (Tuesday) after a man entered the site needing medical assistance.
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Criminals Dealt Crushing Blow As Seized E-Scooters And Electric Motorcycles Destroyed
More than 100 vehicles have been crushed by police in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight in the first year of the force’s crackdown on the illegal use of e-scooters, e-motorbikes and more.
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Isle Of Wight Weather Warnings Issued With Storm Éowyn Forecast To Bring 80mph Winds
Storm Eowyn is set to hit the Isle of Wight this week, with winds of up to 80mph forecast for this coming Friday (January 24).
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Friends Of St Mary’s Hospital Donate £27,000 To Support Patients And Staff
The Friends of St Mary’s Hospital would like to say a huge thank you to the island community for their generous donations, volunteering and fundraising efforts.