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Cutting funds will cost Council more than it might save

Isle of Wight Observer Dec 4, 2018

The Isle of Wight Law Centre has today sent a letter to all members of the Isle of Wight Council…

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Pregnant women urged to have flu vaccine

Isle of Wight Observer Dec 4, 2018

Doctors and midwives are urging pregnant women across the Island to protect themselves and their unborn child from flu by…

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Isle of Wight visitors choose eco-friendly transport option

Isle of Wight Observer Dec 4, 2018

An innovative scheme to encourage Isle of Wight visitors to choose eco-friendly is continuing to prove a success according to…

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Protected birds found with severed legs near Briddlesford

Isle of Wight Observer Dec 4, 2018

Officers from the Isle of Wight’s Country Watch team are investigating two incidents where protected birds have been injured, possibly…

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Have your say: Island planning consultation now live

Isle of Wight Observer Dec 3, 2018

The Island planning blueprint has been unveiled and Island residents are being invited to share their thoughts. The Isle of…

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Nearly £20k grant boost for Sandown and Shanklin Lifeboat

Isle of Wight Observer Dec 3, 2018

Sandown and Shanklin Independent Lifeboat have received a grant of £19,707.30 from the Department for Transport for 2018/19. This grant…

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In pictures: Ventnor couple rescued by firefighters after wall collapses

Isle of Wight Observer Dec 2, 2018

A Ventnor couple have escaped from their property without serious injury after the collapse of a 6 x 6 metre…

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‘Life-changing injuries’ following incident in Shanklin

Isle of Wight Observer Dec 2, 2018

One person has been left with “life-changing injuries” following an incident at a residential property in Green Lane on Saturday…

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Gunville residents warn asbestos could be released if homes built

Isle of Wight Observer Dec 2, 2018

A resident suffering from asbestosis has warned that if a Gunville development goes ahead, local people could end up with…

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Island Climate Coalition plans lantern parade for Newport

Isle of Wight Observer Dec 1, 2018

The Island Climate Coalition is planning a lantern parade in Newport on Thursday (December 13) to highlight the global ‘Planetary…

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Survey launched to gain a better understanding of technology

Isle of Wight Observer Dec 1, 2018

The Office of Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC) is currently running a cyber survey which they hope will help them…

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Pensioner escapes serious injury after car hits parked vehicle

Isle of Wight Observer Dec 1, 2018

A pensioner has escaped serious injury after he ploughed his Vauxhall Corsa into a parked car on Friday evening (November…

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