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Aspire Ryde film premiere by Ventnor firm tells ‘human story of love’

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 23, 2018

A community group who transformed a disused church into a thriving community hub will premiere a film about its inception,…

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Island’s only horses and rider in Osborne Horse Trials speaks out

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 23, 2018

Sarah Holmes, 27, an event rider from Rookley is the only competitor from the Isle of Wight to be competing…

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The Bay CE School unveils its new uniform

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 23, 2018

A new uniform for students in both the primary and secondary phase of The Bay CE School has been announced.…

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National recognition for Isle of Wight Youth Trust

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The Isle of Wight Youth Trust has been shortlisted for the Charity of the Year Award by the Charity Times…

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Traffic chaos following road traffic incident on Forest Road

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Police and ambulance services have been dealing with a road traffic collision on Forest Road in Newport. The incident, involving…

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Could Newport Parish Council’s name be changed?

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 23, 2018

Residents are being asked their views on a proposal to add Carisbrooke to the name of Newport Parish Council. The…

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See pictures from Ryde Slide 2018

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 22, 2018

The fourth Ryde Slide on Sunday (July 22) was quite the event. Fundraisers hurled themselves down Union Street’s monster 200m…

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Bloody assault in Cross Street Ryde leaves man with facial injuries

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 22, 2018

A 32-year-old man has suffered facial injuries after a town centre assault. Police confirmed details of the incident that saw…

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See disgusting fly-tipping images from Rew Street near Gurnard

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 22, 2018

A large pile of what appears to be household waste has been dumped alongside a roadside. Facebook page Spotted Isle…

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Cars removed from Union Street for Ryde Slide charity event

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 22, 2018

Cars have been removed from Ryde town centre in preparation for an annual charity event. HSS Hire & Traffic Management…

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Danny Beard’s advice as Grindr luring reported on the Island

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 20, 2018

Cabaret performer and actor Danny Beard has given Pride festival goers advice after alleged theft reported using dating app. The…

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Warrior’s Scott Campos lifts speedway pairs title

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 20, 2018

Wightlink Warriors popular heat leader Scott Campos lifted the Slide In Ryde best pairs trophy. Mr Campos was in top…

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Pride safety warning as Grindr used to target festival goer’s cash

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 20, 2018

Isle of Wight Pride has issued a safety warning after reports of people being lured to remote locations and “having…

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Ventnor youth football teams to host fundraiser and fun family day out

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 20, 2018

Memorial day and fundraiser to be held in aid of Rew Valley Youth Football Club and Ventnor Football Club. Rew…

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Vectis Youth FC doubles in size as it picks up two awards

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 20, 2018

A forward-thinking football club have added two more top awards to their collection. Vectis Youth, formed in 2014, have been…

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Asian Day at Arreton Barns brings amazing Asian culture to the Island

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 20, 2018

A fun and cultured event is coming to Arreton Barns this summer – Asian Day! Come and marvel at the…

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