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Want to play the main stage at the Isle of Wight Festival?

Isle of Wight Observer Apr 30, 2018

Isn’t it incredible that there is a major festival on our doorstep hosting the likes of the iconic Fleetwood Mac,…

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Maj General Martin White becomes Mountbatten’s new Patron

Isle of Wight Observer Apr 30, 2018

Mountbatten has announce that Major General Martin White CB CBE JP, Lord-Lieutenant of the Isle of Wight, is to become…

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Floating bridge has been suspended to avoid a collision

Isle of Wight Observer Apr 30, 2018

The Cowes / East Cowes Floating Bridge has been taken out of service this morning (Monday) due to fears of…

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Wroxall to Shanklin Cycle track work to include green features

Isle of Wight Observer Apr 30, 2018

Work is underway on a major Island Roads project to improve the cycle track between Wroxall and Shanklin. As part…

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Isle of Wight Randonnee kicks off on Sunday 6th May

Isle of Wight Observer Apr 30, 2018

The 2018 Randonnee will take place on Sunday 6th May. This year’s rides will be in a clockwise direction and…

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Don’t forget… Kids get in free at the Isle of Wight Festival

Isle of Wight Observer Apr 30, 2018

Stuck for ways to keep the kids entertained this summer? Fear not! The Isle of Wight Festival hasn’t been awarded…

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Sainsbury’s and Asda agree a £13bn supermarket merger

Isle of Wight Observer Apr 30, 2018

Sainsbury’s has agreed to merge with supermarket rival Asda – and plans to maintain both brands. The deal – likely…

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Mobile recycling service to cease due to ‘lack of use’

Isle of Wight Observer Apr 30, 2018

Due to the lack of use the mobile recycling unit is to be withdrawn from service from 1 May 2018.…

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IOW supports 70 Day Challenge to get patients up and moving

Isle of Wight Observer Apr 30, 2018

St. Mary’s Hospital is rising to the ‘End PJ Paralysis 70 Day Challenge’ to help boost patients’ recovery. Over the…

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Supporting Womens’ Health – Physio Open Day Success

Isle of Wight Observer Apr 30, 2018

An event for women to find out more about a range of pelvic floor (PF) related problems took place this…

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New initiative to provide more coordinated care for patients

Isle of Wight Observer Apr 30, 2018

The Trust has launched a new initiative with care homes on the Isle of Wight to provide more joined-up care…

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Public loos to reopen following essential maintenance

Isle of Wight Observer Apr 29, 2018

Newport Parish Council is pleased to announce that, following the completion of essential maintenance works, the South Street toilets will…

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Island Roads and volunteers create a buzz in Sandown

Isle of Wight Observer Apr 29, 2018

A flower bed and retaining wall on Sandown seafront were given an extensive makeover in time for Easter. The 25-metre…

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Carpenter’s Road is set for an upgrade tomorrow

Isle of Wight Observer Apr 29, 2018

A major section of one of the main roads serving St Helens is due to be upgraded by Island Roads…

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Chad Wirtzfeld Commits To The Warriors & Wizards

Isle of Wight Observer Apr 29, 2018

Speedway fans who attended last Thursday’s meeting against Eastbourne will have seen some members of the new ‘Wightlink’ Wizards development…

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30 point deficit for Wightlink Warriors in Knock Out Cup tie

Isle of Wight Observer Apr 29, 2018

Facing a 30 point deficit from the away leg of their speedway Knock Out Cup tie against Eastbourne, the Isle…

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