Local Community News
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Surprise Huge Boost To Sight For Wight Riders
Sight for Wight received a call from Vic Mann organiser of the annual Wayfarers Randonnee offering a sizeable donation from the proceeds of the 2024 event.
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Ventnor Pirate Festival To Make Waves Next Month
Ventnor will host its first-ever Pirate Festival from August 14-17, coinciding with Ventnor Town Carnival.
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Annual Cowes Classics Week Proves Huge Success
The 16th Cowes Classics Week took place to great fanfare in Cowes between 7 and 12 July.
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Families Invited To Go Fossil Hunting At Fort Victoria Country Park This Summer
Families are being invited to join the Isle of Wight Council's ranger at Fort Victoria for a host of fun rock pooling and fossil hunting activities this summer.
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Cheese And Wine Afternoon A Huge Success At Orchard House Care Home
Orchard House Care Home hosted a delightful cheese and wine afternoon, which was met with enthusiasm and joy by the residents.
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See History Come To Life At Osborne And Carisbrooke Castle This Summer
This summer will see the grounds of Carisbrooke Castle and Osborne House come alive with characters from history.
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New Clubhouse At Heart Of Shanklin
Community Defibrillator Champion, Steve Read, saw his latest project unveiled by IW High Sheriff Graham Biss BEM and Lake Parish Council Chair, Paul Brading, outside of the Shanklin County Ground Clubhouse, as part of their summer programme of renovation.
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Love Wins At Isle Of Wight Pride 2024
Isle of Wight Pride celebrated a return to the beach in style with a weekend of entertainment, community involvement and a parade.
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Newport Nail Salon Launches Innovative App
A Newport Nail salon has launched its revolutionary new app today (Wednesday)..
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‘Bears On Bikes’ Raise £1,500 For Wildheart Animal Sanctuary Rescue
Isle of Wight visitors and residents alike may have been startled by the sight of two bears on Penny Farthings at the weekend.
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Crowds Flock To Sandown Airport For Flying Forties Weekend
With a strong sense of nostalgia visitors to Sandown Airport enjoyed the 1940s vibes of the "Flying Forties" weekend.
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Burpee Challenge Aims To Raise Vital Funds For Mountbatten
Saturday August 3 will see members from Ryde's CrossFit Incursion perform 60,000 Burpees for charity on Appley Beach from 9.30am.
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Sunsail Announced As Official Sailing Partner For Cowes Week
Cowes Week Limited (CWL), the organisation behind the world's premier sailing regatta Cowes Week, today announced that world-renowned yacht chartering company, Sunsail becomes their Official Charter Sailing Partner for the 2024 Regatta.
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Platform One ‘On The Road’ Hailed A Huge Success
The leading establishment for music education on the Island recently took Wight Noize winner Marnie Marie to perform at 23 schools.
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Blooming Great Afternoon As Isle Of Wight Garden Heroes Revealed
The results of the annual Wight in Bloom competition, organised by Visit Isle of Wight were revealed yesterday (Thursday) at a ceremony at Albert Cottage in East Cowes.
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Rescue Of Head Injured Yachtsman
A yachtsman who received a head injury aboard a classic yacht became the object of a rescue operation by Cowes RNLI lifeboat yesterday (Thursday).
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Summer Activities On The Horizon At East Cowes Based Mad-Aid Dot
The MAD-Aid DOT in East Cowes is the place to head for some inexpensive summer fun for all the family.
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Northwood Cemetery Receives Coveted Green Flag Award
The Friends of Northwood Cemetery are celebrating after being awarded a coveted Green Flag Award.
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Isle Of Wight Pride Returning To Ryde This Weekend
This Saturday (July 20) Isle of Wight Pride celebrates a return to the beach with a weekend of entertainment, community and a parade through Ryde.
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Small Steps, Big Difference This Plastic Free July
Island residents are being encouraged to take small steps to make a big difference this Plastic Free July.
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Sandown Community Celebrates New Belgian Chocolate Shop
Sandown High Street has welcomed the arrival of a new, innovative and sweet enterprise.
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Faroe Islands Named 2027 Island Games Hosts
At the Annual General Meeting of the International Island Games Association (IIGA) held in Orkney on 13 July the Faroe Islands were confirmed to be the Host Island of the 2027 Island Games.
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New Student Film Aims To Get Generations Talking And Make Difference To Isle Of Wight Communities
A new film about childhood, made by students from the Island Learning Centre and artists Teresa Grimaldi, aims to start conversations between different generations and make a difference to local communities.
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Isle Of Wight Open Studios 2024 Showcase Exhibition Opens
A free to attend Showcase Exhibition of a selection of more than 120 Isle of Wight Open Studios 2024 artists who are participating in this year’s event, opened with a spectacular launch on Friday (July 12) in the Café and Clayden Gallery at Quay Arts.
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Island’s Famous Roman Mosaic Inspires...A Regatta Hat
The 1,700-year old image of a cockerel-headed man discovered at Brading Roman Villa will be the theme of a spectacular hat created for next month’s Sandown Bay Regatta.
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Ryde Academy Annual Awards Ceremony Celebrates Student Success For 2024
Ryde Academy held its annual Awards Ceremony yesterday (Thursday).
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One-Of-A-Kind Classic Volvo On Exclusive Display At Van Mossel Esplanade Dealership
Cowes based Van Mossel Esplanade has welcomed a new and pristine example of a classic Volvo to its fleet of vehicles on the Island.
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Return Of Iconic Annual Pier2Pier Sea Swim This Month
Isle of Wight Marlins Swim Club is organising and running the iconic Pier2Pier swim race on Saturday July 20.
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Free Family-Friendly Art Trail Launching This Weekend To Light Up Cowes
A lighthouse inspired art trail is set to light up Cowes for the summer months.
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Can You Help Thwart Isle Of Wight Alien Invasion?
Newport based charity Natural Enterprise is asking keen gardeners and potential volunteers to visit them in the Garden and Outdoor Living Area at this weekend’s Royal Isle of Wight County Show to help combat 'alien' plants.
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BRIT School Students Bringing Free Show To Newport's Mountbatten
An original performance is to be staged at Newport's Mountbatten by young people from leading performing and creative arts centre, The BRIT School.
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All At Sea For Residents Of Cowes Care Home Old Charlton House
Residents at Old Charlton House recently took a day out sailing off the coast of Cowes and East Cowes.
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New Nature Trail Unveiled For Brading Roman Villa
Brading Roman Villa has unveiled its new Nature Trail as part of the Isle of Wight Biosphere Festival.
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Ventnor Rugby Club Donates £400 To Team Teddy
Ventnor Rugby Club once more acted as a marshalling post and feeding station for the round-the-Island cycling Randonnee in early May.
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Double Success For Isle Of Wight Architect
Cowes-based architect Leah Mew is celebrating a double success at the prestigious Isle of Wight Society Conservation Awards and RIBA Design Awards.
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Madonna, Spice Girls, Abba And Elvis Light Up St Catherine's Summer Fair
Madonna, The Spice Girls, Abba and Elvis were just some of the stars at the St Catherine’s Popstars themed Summer Fair.
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Morley Takes US Handicap Crown On Night Of Thrills At Smallbrook
Ben Morley once again showed his liking for the open spaces of the 385-metre Smallbrook Speedway circuit as he took top spot in the 'Mark Cooper Truly Independent' US Style Handicap meeting.
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Hampshire And Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust Urges New Government To Prioritise Nature
Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust has called on the newly elected government, and the region’s MPs, to step up and take the decisive action needed to protect and restore nature.
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Wightlink Announces Latest Sustainability Grants To Innovative Isle Of Wight Organisations
Wightlink has announced the successful Isle of Wight community organisations that will receive grants to help the Island to make progress towards meeting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
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Stars Out For Sight For Wight Short Story Writing Competition 2024
Sight for Wight’s Short Story Writing Competition is back after the success of last year’s which produced some very high-quality entries.
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Island Group The Pill Heading To Norway Following Isle Of Wight Festival Success
Following a successful 2024 Isle of Wight Festival appearance, Island punk group, The Pill, have announced a concert in Norway, taking place next month.
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Youth Arts Festival To Take Place In Sandown Next Week
Preparations are nearly complete for Ascend – thought to be the first-ever youth led arts festival on the Isle of Wight – which will take place at the Broadway Centre, Sandown
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Sailing Success Sees Ryde School Qualify For Match Racing World Championships in Jeddah
Ryde School’s sailing team has finished the season on a high to qualify for a global event.
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Isle Of Wight Open Studios Artists Showcase At Quay Arts
With the date set for artists to open the doors to their studios this August, Isle of Wight Open Studios are hosting a Showcase Exhibition of artists work.
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Wildheart Animal Sanctuary Trio Conquer Three Peaks Challenge To Help Rescue Bears
Three employees from Sandown's Wildheart Animal Sanctuary have successfully completed the Three Peaks Challenge in just under 24 hours.
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US Style Handicap Racing Returns To Smallbrook Stadium
US Style Handicap racing returns to Smallbrook Stadium this Thursday (July 4).
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All Aboard For Cowes BoatLife Fishing Championship
The second stage of the year-long exciting new national BoatLife Fishing Championship will be held at Cowes over the weekend of July 13 and 14.
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Simon To Honour Friends Who Died Of Brain Cancer With Annual Isle Of Wight Cycling Event
A Hampshire man whose life was “sent down a different path” after losing five friends to brain cancer has vowed to never stop fighting the deadly disease.
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Network With More Than 70 Island Businesses At Ryde School Next Week
The biggest day on the Isle of Wight business-to-business networking calendar will take place next week.
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Newport Minster Concert In Aid Of Dementia Sufferers And Their Carers
The Phoenix Choir will be performing in the recently renovated Newport Minster on Saturday 13 July in aid of the Minster’s new community project for those living with dementia and their carers.
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Emerging Artist Of The Month: Marnie Marie
Today marks a notable Sunday for Isle of Wight band Marnie Marie.
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Free Training Course To Address Island’s Care Sector Skills Shortage
A free 10-week training course is set to arrive at the Isle of Wight College, offering Island care workers a dynamic opportunity to tackle the region’s skill shortages head-on while boosting their skillset.
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Ability Dogs 4 Young People CEO Receives BBC Make A Difference Nomination
Ability Dogs 4 Young People IoW is thrilled to announce that Carol Court, the dedicated CEO of the Charity, is a finalist for a prestigious BBC Make a Difference Award.
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Gordon Endler Memorial Ride Taking Place Next Week In Aid Of Local Air Ambulance Services
An annual motorbike charity ride held on the Isle of Wight will raise money for two local Air Ambulance charities (Hampshire & Isle of Wight, and Dorset & Somerset).
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Isle of Wight Estate Agent Celebrates 250th Anniversary With 250 Hours of Community Work
An Isle of Wight estate agency is celebrating its landmark anniversary by giving back to the local community.
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Story Of Carnival Coming To Ryde For 2024 Mardi Gras
More than 20 school and community groups will take part in this year's Mardi Gras next month.
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Wightlink Warriors Welcome Back Chad Wirtzfeld
The Wightlink Warriors have announced the signing of Chad Wirtzfeld to the 2024 team.
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Men In Sheds Festival Hailed A Success
Despite inclement weather a large crowd enjoyed the "Men in Sheds Festival" last weekend at Sandown Airport.
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Platform One Students To Take Centre Stage At Isle Of Wight Festival
Talented music students from Platform One College on the Isle of Wight will appear at the Isle of Wight Festival this weekend.
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Cowes Primary School Celebrates Diversity With Annual International Day Event
Cowes Primary School has held its annual International Day as it continues to share the diversity of cultures, food, music and costumes of the local school community.
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Saturday Night Fever — Moonsaults And Spandex Heading To Newport Nightclub
An Isle of Wight wrestling company is taking to the dancefloor for its latest big event.
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Successful Cakes For Cancer Events By Islanders Raise Thousands For Wessex Cancer Support
Cherry Godfrey, WRS Systems, Café Isola, and Bembridge C of E Primary School were among those baking up a treat this May in aid of Wessex Cancer Support.
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Rural Traditions Kept Alive By Brighstone Primary School
Children from Brighstone Primary School helped to keep the rural tradition of country dancing alive by performing three dances at this year’s Shorwell Midsummer Fair.
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Winners Of Road Safety Poster Competition Announced
The winners of a road safety poster competition, launched by the Isle of Wight Council in partnership with Southern Vectis and the Isle of Wight Community Rail Partnership, have been announced.
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Four year old Cassie wins ‘name the red squirrel mascot’ competition
The Isle of Wight Red Squirrel Trust has named its four year-old winner of a competition to name the new mascot for the charity.
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Experience 25 Launch Hailed A Huge Success
Twenty-five Isle of Wight Festivals were celebrated at the launch party of Experience 25.
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Incredible Donation Made To Mountbatten Hospice From 2024 Sheepdog Trial
The third annual Isle of Wight Sheepdog Trial was held on a sunny June weekend with around 3,500 spectators watching 50 dogs from across the UK compete.
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Isle of Wight Festival of Running Results 2024 Race Results
Perfect weather conditions encouraged runners of all abilities to join in with the IW Festival of Running on Sunday June 9.
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Hovertravel Bottling It Up For World Refill Day
Hovertravel is using World Refill Day today (Sunday 16 June) to promote the transition away from single-use plastic and towards refill and reuse.
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Wildheart Animal Sanctuary Bringing Conservation Back Into FOCAS As Biosphere Event Returns
FOCAS Fest – Focus on Conservation and Science Festival – is returning to the Wildheart Animal Sanctuary for a second year after its successful debut in 2023.
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The Bargeman’s Rest Celebrates 25th Anniversary
The Bargeman’s Rest was packed with well-wishers last Saturday, 8th June, as it celebrated its 25th birthday with a day filled with fantastic food, drinks and live music.
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New Name, Same Team For Cowes Based Van Mossel Esplanade
In a move to align with its new owners, the Cowes based car dealership formerly known simply as 'Esplanade' will now be known as Van Mossel Esplanade.
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Island-Based ‘Brow Technician Of The Year’ Launches Innovative Online Training
Award-winning East Cowes based brow and beauty specialist Kellie Conway’s passion and enthusiasm knows no bounds.
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Fire Service Cadets Put Skills To The Test At Fun Activity Day
Fire Cadets from across Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire cadet (HIWFRS) units joined together for the first time ever for a day of firefighting related fun and obstacle courses on Saturday 8 June.
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Platform One Embarks On Island Wide Schools Tour
Platform One Music College has set a goal of performing in 20 schools in 10 days with live performances from 2024 Wight Noize winners Marnie Marie.
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Freshwater Parish Council Passes £50,000 Gift To Nature Grant Landmark With Latest Donation
A local council group has continued its commitment to aiding a local charity, handing over its latest donation earlier this month.
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Foundation Diploma In Art And Design End Of Year Exhibition Announced
Foundation Diploma in Art & Design students at the Island VI Form are set to exhibit their final projects.
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Isle Of Wight's First Ever Wrestling Cage Show Set For Newport
An Isle of Wight professional wrestling company is set to host the Island's first ever show to take place from within the confines of a steel cage.
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Kangaroos And Koalas Coming To Isle Of Wight
An influx of Kangaroos, Koalas... and Kiwis will be heading to the Isle of Wight this summer.
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UKSA Screen Time Reduction Trial Hailed A Success
A screen time reduction trial launched by UKSA earlier this year has been hailed a success.
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Wightlink Supports Its Charity Champions To Raise Money For Good Causes
Wightlink is supporting kind-hearted members of staff who want to raise money for six selected charities by matching their efforts with a company donation.
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Little Acres Childcare Centre Receives Positive Ofsted Report
A Newport childcare centre is celebrating after receiving its first Ofsted report under new ownership.
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Island Dance And Theatre Group Bringing Best Of Broadway To Shanklin Theatre Tonight
A multi-award winning Shanklin dance school is putting on its final performance of a show dedicated to the stage this evening (Saturday).
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Sandown Football Club Celebrates National Double For Male Weight Loss Programme
A club that helps overweight and obese men on the Isle of Wight lose weight through weekly football and healthy lifestyle sessions is celebrating two big wins at a national awards.
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Isle Of Wight’s Leanne Howard Named Among Top Bus Drivers On South Coast
Leanne Howard from Southern Vectis is celebrating this week, after being named among the top drivers along the south coast.
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Orchard House Care Home Celebrates D-Day 80
Orchard House Care Home recently commemorated the 80th anniversary of D-Day with a special celebration.
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Woodfired Sauna Opens To Public At Compton Bay With Charitable Vision
A traditional Lithuanian woodfired sauna has opened to the public this week at Compton Bay, as part of islanders Rob and Josie De Banks’ wellness brand offering 'Slow Motion'.
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Sun Shines On Island's New Reggae Festival
The inaugural Reggae Festival held at the Three Rivers Wellbeing Centre in Porchfield last Saturday (1) was a roaring success, with organisers already planning for next year’s event.
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Newport Bridal Salon Named One Of Top Ten In UK
A top-ten finish for Best Bridal Salon left a Newport salon 'overjoyed' at the National Hair and Beauty Awards at the weekend.
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Six-Month Long Hear Me Now LGBTQ+ And Allies Creative Writing Project Announced
A six-month creative writing project on behalf of the LGBTQ+ community and allies is continuing across the Isle of Wight this summer.
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CAMRA Isle Of Wight Pub And Beer Of The Year Presentation Made
Newport's Ale House played host to the presentation of the Pub and Beer of the Year by CAMRA Isle of Wight.
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Hose Rhodes Dickson Entices Amateur Photographers With Rare Publicity Opportunity
Isle of Wight estate agent Hose Rhodes Dickson has launched a competition encouraging local residents and holiday-makers to submit photographs depicting their love for their Island, along with an answer to the question, ‘Why do you love the Isle of Wight?’
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Blank Canvas To National Recognition For Newport Nail Salon
A Newport nail salon is celebrating after being recognised as one of the UK's best at an annual national beauty awards ceremony.
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Discover Your Future At Isle Of Wight College Open Day
The Isle of Wight College has announced its upcoming Open Day on Wednesday June 26, from 4pm to 7pm.
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Show Off Your Artistic Flair, Help Save Lives And Win A Prize!
Young Islanders are being invited to take part in an artistic endeavour to raise money for charity, with a chance to see their winning print on t-shirts and an annual pass to one of the Island's leading attractions.
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West Wight Heritage Centre Appealing For Funding Help With Closure Looming
Freshwater's West Wight Heritage Centre will reportedly close its doors this month.
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Broadway In The Barn Promises Spectacular Night Of Tapnell Farm Musical Theatre
The aptly named Horse Box Theatre is bringing Broadway in the Barn to Tapnell Farm later this month.
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Local Girl To Represent The Isle Of Wight In National Pageant
A former student at Ryde Academy will represent the Isle of Wight in Miss Teen Great Britain when the Grand Final takes place at Blackpool's Globe Theatre in October.
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Orchard House Launches Bluelight Initiative
Newport's Orchard House care home will treat essential services workers to breakfast with free takeaways as part of a new initiative.
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Ability Dogs 4 Young People Isle of Wight Gala Weekend Bringing Support To Young Islanders In Crisis
Ability Dogs 4 Young People Isle of Wight will hold its Gala Weekend and Fun Dog Show next month.
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Sandown's Christ Church In D-Day Community Commemoration
Sandown's Christ Church commemorated D Day 80 with a special Pentecost service, with readings from the Island's Lord-Lieutenant Susie Sheldon JP and High Sheriff Graham Biss BEM DL.
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Award Winning Stainless Games Brings New Levels To Wight Aviation Museum
Two flight simulators at Wight Aviation Museum (WAM) have been enhanced with the assistance of Island based videogame development studio, Stainless Games.
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Red Jet To Run Late Night Sailings For Take That Concert
Red Funnel has announced it will be adding two late night sailings to its Red Jet timetable next weekend.
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Family Activities At Council Libraries And Museums This May Half Term
There are exciting free activities for families planned at local libraries during the May half term.
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Walk The Wight Reaches Landmark Record
Walk the Wight 2024 has now raised a record £500,000 for Mountbatten.
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Multiply Awards Celebrate Adult Learners Numeracy Achievements
The Isle of Wight Council’s Adult Community Learning team hosted the Multiply Awards ceremony last night (Tuesday), shining a spotlight on the outstanding achievements of adult learners in numeracy.
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Second Annual Cowes Fringe Underway This Week With Star-Spangled Line-Up
The second annual Cowes Fringe will take place from this Thursday (May 23).
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Isle Of Wight Open Studios Launches New Website
A new website has been launched in advance of one of the Island's most popular annual artistic initiatives.
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Further Anger From Residents To Wootton Gravel Extraction Proposal As Public Meeting Looms
After two years of protest, residents in Wootton are renewing their efforts to fight the proposed extraction of gravel at Palmers Farm.
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Annual Chillerton And Gatcombe Scarecrow Festival Taking Place This Weekend
The award-winning Chillerton & Gatcombe Scarecrow Festival returns this Saturday (May 25) through to June 1.
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Amazing Structure In Thailand Pays Homage To Isle Of Wight
A man living in Thailand has completed his eye-catching labour of love in homage to his homeland, while simultaneously helping to keep local beaches tidy.
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West Wight Sports And Community Centre Receives Freshwater Council Grant Boost
Freshwater's West Wight Sports & Community Centre has received a series of grants in a boost to its future.
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Newport Care Home Residents Celebrate 200 Years Of Cadbury
Staff and residents at Newport's Orchard House care home were treated to an afternoon of nostalgia with Cadbury archivist Sarah Foden and Brand Manager Connor Gould.
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New RNLI Fundraising Ambassador Opportunities Available On Isle Of Wight
Applications are now open to become one of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution’s (RNLI) face-to-face fundraisers in the south east region.
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Isle Of Wight Among Best Destinations For Wild Swimming According To New Study
A new study has revealed the Isle of Wight is the second best UK destination for wild swimming, with three Island seaside locations in the top 10.
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Spotlight To Shine On Island Gardens This Summer In Return Of Popular Competition
The passion and dedication of gardeners on the Isle of Wight is to be celebrated with the return of the popular gardening competition Wight In Bloom.
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Welly Wanging And Tomato Tossing Championships Coming To The Island
Forget this year’s Olympic Games, all eyes will be on the Island this summer as Wessex Cancer Support brings its brand-new welly wanging and tomato tossing championships to these shores.
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Young People Needed For New Youth-Led Festival In Sandown
Young Islanders between the ages of 10 and 18 are being asked to get involved with a new festival based in Sandown.
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Godshill Play Park Project Funding Secured Thanks To Kindness Of Donors
Funding has finally been secured for the Godshill Play Park Project following protracted efforts for investment.
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Rebrand For Popular Ryde Union Street Bar
A venue on Ryde’s Union Street, Bar 74, has announced the next stage of its evolution with the official renaming to ‘FuBar’.
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Hovertravel Achieves Highest Level Of Government Accessibility Accreditation Again
Hovertravel has been awarded ‘Leader’ level in the Government’s Inclusive Transport Leaders Scheme in the latest round of accreditation.
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'Seel' Of Approval: Island MP And Business People To Feature In Mountbatten Football Fundraiser
A networking fundraiser event will see Island based business people - and Isle of Wight MP Bob Seely - strap on their shinpads to raise money for Mountbatten later this month.
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Annual Round The Island Race To Take Place This Weekend — The Best Viewpoints
The annual 'Round the Island' Offshore Powerboat will take place this coming weekend.
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Step Back In Time For History-Filled Fun With English Heritage For Isle Of Wight May Half Term
For holidaymakers, day-trippers, and locals on the Isle of Wight this May half term, English Heritage is offering a fantastic week of historical fun at Osborne and Carisbrooke Castle for all ages to enjoy.
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Dementia Action Week: Southern Vectis’ Commitment To Local People living with dementia
Southern Vectis is marking Dementia Action Week - 13 to 19 May - by highlighting its commitment to making local bus services more accessible for some of its most vulnerable passengers.
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Steam Railway Gin Weekend To Lift Spirits This Summer
Two lip-smacking new events have been added to the 2024 calendar at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway.
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Vectis Band pays tribute to Stalwart
Vectis Brass Band is a community organisation based in Ryde and has been entertaining audiences on the Island since 1947.
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Burlesque Bonanza Set To Beguile Bembridge
Rehearsals for a burlesque bonanza to see the summer in have been piquing the interest of residents in Bembridge.
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Can You Help To Locate Missing Daisy?
Can you help to locate a dog that was lost on the outskirts of Newport?
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Full Details Announced For Iconic Waverley Paddle Steamer Isle Of Wight Sailings
The South Coast and Isle of Wight sailing itinerary for Waverley, the World’s last seagoing paddle steamer, has been released.
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MV Princess Victoria Disaster: The Isle Of Wight Remembers
On Wednesday May 15 Medina Bookshop in Cowes will host a fascinating talk by Liz Barron about the Island's connections with a tragedy in the Irish Sea over 70 years ago.
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New Team Rector To Take Over Key Role At Isle Of Wight Churches
THE Bishop of Portsmouth has appointed Rev Chris Bradish as the new team rector to lead Church of England sites in Newport, Carisbrooke and Gatcombe.
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‘We’re Not Made Of Glass’ – Islander With Sight Loss Supports Guide On Best Ways To Help
A 27-year-old security officer from the Isle of Wight who is registered sight impaired, has helped leading sight loss charity the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) put together a new guide designed to help inform sighted people how best they can offer assistance.
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Emerging Artist Of The Month: The Pill
This month's Emerging Artist is a charismatic band gaining serious momentum after recently releasing a track four years in the making.
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Activities For Everyone At Isle Of Wight Corf Scout Campsite Open Day
Isle of Wight Scouts are inviting everyone to join them on Saturday May 11 between 9.30am and 3.30pm for the Corf Scout Campsite Open Day.
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Isle Of Wight’s National Landscape Offers Grants For Farm Environmental Projects
Farmers, landowners, environmental organisations and Parish Councils are invited to apply for grants to support a wide range of countryside projects within the Isle of Wight National Landscape (formally the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty).
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Community Safety Enhanced With 24/7 Access To Lifesaving Defibrillator
Shanklin Bowling Club has proudly supported Isle of Wight Ambulance Service for over eight years by housing a vital defibrillator.
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Isle Of Wight Festival Exhibition ‘Experience 25’ Coming To Newport This Summer
Did you know that this year is the 25th Isle of Wight Festival?
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Businesses Support The Ryde Accessible Beach Project
The possibility of a seaside for everyone moved closer thanks to yesterday’s Ryde Beach Accessibility Partnership event.
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UKSA Announces Ten-Year Anniversary For Test The Water Programme
UKSA has announced it is celebrating 10 years of its Test the Water Programme this summer.
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HRH Prince Edward Celebrates Reopening Of Newport Minster
HRH Prince Edward helped worshippers celebrate the reopening of Newport Minster after an ambitious transformation project.
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Connected Wight Platform Aiming To Extol Virtues Of Living On The Island
A vision that started during Covid is seeking to spreading connection across the Isle of Wight.
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Milestone For Isle Of Wight Steam Railway As 600,000th Visitors Welcomed
The Isle of Wight Steam Railway’s Train Story attraction has welcomed its 600,000th visitors.
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Brighstone Trio Triumph At Isle of Wight Showjumping Contest
The Brighstone CE Aided Primary School horse riding team are jumping for joy after winning first place overall at the Isle of Wight Inter Schools Showjumping Competition.
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Russell Howard, Frankie Boyle And Al Murray To Headline Victorious Festival Comedy And Cabaret Line-Up
Set on the stunning Southsea seafront, multi-award-winning Victorious Festival – the UK’s biggest metropolitan festival – has announced its full comedy line-up for this summer’s Bank Holiday extravaganza.
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Age UK Isle Of Wight Successfully Distributes £45,000 Worth Of Hygiene Products
Age UK Isle of Wight has announced the successful distribution of 1,000 hygiene packs as part of the 'Dignity in Every Pack' initiative.
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Nailed It! Newport Salon Up For Three National Hair And Beauty Awards
A Newport nail salon has been shortlisted for three national awards — less than one year after opening its doors.
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East Cowes' Folly Inn Welcomes New General Manager Ahead Of Summer Season
East Cowes pub, The Folly Inn, has announced the appointment of a new General Manager.
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Rural Island Businesses Invited To Apply For Grants Of Up To £50,000
Rural Island businesses are being invited to apply to the Isle of Wight Rural SME Fund.
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Chillerton And Gatcombe Scarecrow Festival 2024
The award-winning Chillerton And Gatcombe Scarecrow festival returns from May 25 to June 1.
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Grant Funds Open For Isle Of Wight Charities And Not For Profit Groups
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Community Foundation (HIWCF) has two dedicated grant funds currently open to Island-based community groups and small charities operating at a grassroots level.
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Newport Care Home Residents Enjoy Afternoon 'Horsing Around' Thanks To Island Riding Centre
Residents of a Newport care home were treated to a special day out courtesy of the Island Riding Centre this week.
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Night Charity Run Dash In The Dark Returning To Seaclose Park
A popular night-time charity 5km fun run is returning to Seaclose Park, Newport, on Saturday 5 October, to raise vital funds for Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance.
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Equestrian Success For Isle Of Wight Trio
An Island-based equestrian star has made her mark on the national stage — with a little help from her friends.
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Wight Squirrel Project And IW Red Squirrel Trust Confirm Events To Celebrate Mammal Week
Two Isle of Wight charities have announced events for next month's Mammal Week.
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Ryde Businesses Join For Charity Fashion Show In Aid Of Daisy Chains
Another successful fashion show from Bellissima and Sugar & Spice Lingerie was held at Ryde Castle Hotel showing spring and summer fashions.
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The Fire Rises - First Ever Phoenix Pro Wrestling Show At Barton School
A brand new Isle of Wight wrestling promotion will open its doors for the first-time this weekend.
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Change Of Heart For Isle Of Wight Charity
Members of the Heart Care Club voted to rebrand and rename the group on Saturday (April 20).
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Isle Of Wight Blind Veteran Organises Unique 6km Blindfolded Walk For Military Charity
A blind veteran from the Isle of Wight has organised a fundraising walk with a difference to raise money for Blind Veterans UK.
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Monkton Arts Set To Host Ryde’s first Annual Gypsy Jazz Festival 2024
Ryde's Monkton Arts will bring its first Gypsy Jazz Festival to the the town next month.
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St Helens Carnival Royalty Chosen
St Helens chose its Carnival Royalty for the 2024 season last Saturday.
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Sponsored Walk Takes Place To Raise Vital Funds or Shanklin's John's Club
A 100-mile trek - which saw participants overcome injury and challenging terrain - has raised money for a Shanklin charity.
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Charity Dog Show Delights Isle Of Wight Community
The Ability Dogs 4 Young People IW Fun Dog Show held last Sunday (April 14) proved an overwhelming success.
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Sandown Shops Secure Seasonal Success
High Street shops in Sandown took part in a seasonal shop front competition highlighting the arrival of spring and a summer of activity on the horizon for the seaside resort.
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Isle of Wight Heroes Con Unleashes Most Extensive Line-Up To Date
For the third consecutive year IW-Heroes Con will take place on the Star Wars anniversary — May the 4th.
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Business Event Set To Provide Insider Knowledge For Island Business Owners
AN INNOVATIVE upcoming event will offer Island companies access to a slew of successful business leaders.
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Emerging Artist Of The Month: Jazah
April's Emerging Artist of the Month is a multi-genre musician who's taken an unconventional route into the music industry.
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Landmark Isle Of Wight Spring Walking Festival On The Horizon
There’s just one month to go until the start of the Isle of Wight Spring Walking Festival, celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2024.
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New Brighter Site For Popular Ryde Zero Waste Store Her Whey
A popular and eco-friendly Ryde business has relocated to its new, brighter premises in the town.
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Top Trump: Isle Of Wight Technology Company Dons Glad Rags To Collect Top Award
Isle of Wight-based technology firm Innovative Physics has picked up another prestigious award – with a mention from an Artificial Intelligence (AI) version of Donald Trump for its innovative products as an extra bonus.
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Strongest Entry Of Cars Yet For Annual Sandown Sprint
Motor racing fans have just over a week to wait until this year’s Island Car Centre Sandown Sprint, held over the weekend of 20-21 April.
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Young-At-Heart Diabetic Puss Seeks New Owner For Play And Jabs
A playtime-loving cat who never lets his diabetes hold him back is in need of a new home where his medical needs and requests for chin-rubs can be met.
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Wight Noize Finalists Announced – Here Are The Seven Acts Battling For Main Stage Slot!
Following a successful period of applications from local artists, the Wight Noize shortlist has been announced.
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First For Island As Firm Invests In Latest Green Technology
Rebel Marine, a leading provider of marine services based in Fishbourne, has invested in two state of the art electric tracked machines.
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Teenage Superstar Macie Brings Easter Joy To Island Care Home Residents
A teenager with a happy habit of helping others delivered a dose of Easter joy to care homes across the Isle of Wight last weekend.
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Nesting Season Is Here - Report Activity That Puts Our Birds At Risk
Operation Easter - the national enforcement campaign to protect our nesting wild birds - is underway.
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Isle Of Wight Group The Pill Release Debut Single
Isle of Wight punk band, The Pill, have released their debut single ahead of a summer of south coast performances and shows in Oxford and London.
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Isle Of Wight RNLI Bicentenary Photography Competition Launches For Charity’s 200th Anniversary
The Royal National Lifeboat Institution on the Isle of Wight is calling on Islanders and tourists to help the charity celebrate 200 years of saving lives at sea by sending photographs of lifeboats or lifeboat stations along the coast this Easter.
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More Than 300 Yaverland, Sandown And Shanklin Properties Set For Flood And Erosion Benefit
The Environment Agency, in partnership with the Isle of Wight Council, has announced better protection for more than 300 properties and businesses from coastal erosion and flooding in Yaverland, Sandown and Shanklin for the next 50 years.
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Brightbulb Nominated For Global Tech Award
Branston Farm based digital studio, Brightbulb, has been shortlisted for an international tech award.
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Chance To Hear Seldom Heard Story Of Isle Of Wight Volunteer Soldiers
On Friday April 12, retired army Colonel Patrick Crowley will be coming to the Drill Hall in Newport to talk about the fascinating history of volunteer servicemen on the Isle of Wight.
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Snap Fitness Brings Easter Joy To St Mary's Patients
A team of Easter bunnies undertook a weekend mission to deliver the most egg-cellent surprise to the little patients at St Mary’s Hospital.
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Seaview Cuttlefish Amongs Island Biosphere Images In Finland Exhibition
Four island photographers have had their work featured in an exhibition celebrating a Finnish UNESCO Biosphere Reserve's 30-year anniversary and connections with global Biosphere Reserves like the Isle of Wight.
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Hair Raising Feat: Odessey's Academy In Newport Shortlisted For National Award
Odessey's Academy in Newport has been shortlisted in the Best New Salon category of this year's UK Hair and Beauty Awards.
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Artists Unite To Revive Isle Of Wight Open Studios
The Isle of Wight’s artistic tapestry is set to be showcased once more, as IW Open Studios makes a triumphant return in 2024.
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Annual PEACH Art Exhibition Opens This Weekend
The creativity of Island pupils is being showcased and celebrated in a new art exhibition opening at Newport's Quay Arts today (Saturday).
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Dark Skies Exhibition Celebrating Young Talent And Unique Island Skies
The New Carnival Company has launched its IW Dark Skies Art Exhibition, which will be in place until April 19 in the windows of Independent Arts Newport.
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Vectis Radio Shortlisted For National Award
The shortlist for the 2024 Audio and Radio Industry Awards (ARIAS) has been revealed with Vectis Radio being nominated for the second consecutive year in the Community Station of The Year category.
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Deadline This Week For Applications To Make Isle Of Wight A Greener Place
Time is running out for Isle of Wight groups to apply for a grant from Wightlink’s Green Innovation Fund to help make the Island more sustainable.
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Newport Couple Celebrates 70th Anniversary At Abbeyfield Home
Mary and John Clarke, from Newport, have celebrated their 70 years as husband and wife with a party at Avondale, the sheltered housing scheme run by The Abbeyfield Society where they are both living.
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Acts Announced For Ryde's Big Beach Weekender
Organisers have now confirmed the line up for this summer's Big Beach Weekend on Ryde's Harbour Beach.
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Five Isle of Wight Dancers to Represent England in Global Dance Open Finals
Five young dancers from the Isle of Wight have been chosen to represent England in a prestigious dance competition in The Netherlands this summer.
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Food Waste Action Week: Islanders Urged To Choose What They Use
The Isle of Wight Council, with its waste partner, is supporting the UK’s biggest annual food waste reduction campaign.
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Hearty Souls Sought For Wessex Cancer Support Swim For Hope
Can you brave the sea to take part in a charity swim which raised almost £60,000 last year?
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Waves Of Joy At Songs Of The Sea Concert
There was calm at sea in Sandown Bay last weekend, with ecstatic onlookers treated to waves of musical bliss by one of the Island's most admired choirs.
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All Hail Holler! Innovative New Taxi App Arrives On Isle Of Wight
An innovative new taxi booking app, hailed for transforming local transportation across the UK, has launched on the Isle of Wight.
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Great Wight Bite Returns To Cowes With Bigger Serving Of Foodie Entertainment
Following the successful launch of the Great Wight Bite in 2023, the Island’s food and drink festival is set to return on Saturday and Sunday 7-8 September at Northwood House in Cowes.
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Wildheart Animal Sanctuary Branches Out With Grant Funding
Sandown's Wildheart Animal Sanctuary has hailed the impact of funding from The Tree Council’s Branching Out Fund.
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Isle Of Wight College Students Sailing Towards Successful Career In Tourism
Isle of Wight College students of Travel and Tourism got an insight into Wightlink’s operations at the start of a study day in Portsmouth.
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Isle Of Wight And Southampton Legends To Clash In Fundraising Football Match
Football fans on the Isle of Wight will be treated to an electrifying clash of the titans, as the Island's finest prepare to take on Southampton Legends in a fundraising contest.
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Red Funnel Technical Issues Continue With Several Crossings Cancelled
Red Funnel customers have been hit by news of further cancellations to sailings today (Friday).
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Summer Reading Challenge Set To Fire Children's Imaginations
Isle of Wight libraries will be firing up children’s imaginations with Marvellous Makers — this year’s Summer Reading Challenge.
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Community Fund Boost For Innovative School Library Bus Project
Pupils at St Helens Primary School are to benefit from improvements to their specially-created library bus - thanks to a financial boost from Southern Vectis.
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Eric Takes To The Skies To Fulfil Dream Aged 92
An Isle of Wight resident finally got to live out one of his dreams - at the age of 92.