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Appeal for witnesses after robbery in Freshwater, Isle of Wight

Isle of Wight Observer Aug 30, 2019

We are appealing for information after a 20-year-old man was robbed whilst walking along Tennyson Road in Freshwater between 5.30pm…

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Graham Pountney to star at Apollo after 40-year lapse!

Isle of Wight Observer Aug 29, 2019

The Apollo, Newport’s small but perfectly formed theatre, is to welcome a well-established TV actor to star in its latest…

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Shirley and Terry will be rocking through Europe for Bay Primary

Isle of Wight Observer Aug 29, 2019

Shirley Carroll and her partner Terry Wood (pictured) are set to take part in the 2019 James Bond Swiss Run,…

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New managing director for Isle of Wight CCG

Isle of Wight Observer Aug 29, 2019

The organisation that plans and buys NHS health services on the island has a new permanent managing director. Alison Smith…

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Next phase of road improvement works due to start on Fishbourne Lane

Isle of Wight Observer Aug 29, 2019

Island residents are being reminded that the next phase of a road improvement scheme is due to start on Fishbourne…

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Julie Felix returns to 1969 Festival site – as John Giddings backs Bash!

Isle of Wight Observer Aug 29, 2019

It’s a return to the summer of 69 – Julie Felix back on Isle of Wight Festival site ahead of…

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Theft from Marching Band prompts donations

Isle of Wight Observer Aug 28, 2019

The theft of £250 of equipment has led Medina Marching Band to turn to social media in an attempt to…

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Voting open for the best family-friendly attractions in the Isle of Wight

Isle of Wight Observer Aug 28, 2019

Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary, Robin Hill Country Park and Blackgang Chine are just some of the names in the…

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Help get our troops smiling this Christmas

Isle of Wight Observer Aug 27, 2019

It may seem too early to be thinking about Christmas, but IOW Operation Shoebox – The Smile Club, are starting…

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Island MP encourages elderly: ‘get online’

Isle of Wight Observer Aug 27, 2019

More senior members of the Island community are being encouraged to ‘get online’ by Bob Seely after the Isle of…

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Jo Brand booked for IW Literary Festival

Isle of Wight Observer Aug 27, 2019

Jo Brand, one of the UK’s best loved comedians, has joined the line-up for the Red Funnel Isle of Wight…

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Phoenix Choir raise roof and funds at All Saints

Isle of Wight Observer Aug 27, 2019

All Saints Church, Ryde was the venue for the Phoenix Choir’s latest concert on Saturday, August 17 to raise funds…

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Team expansion for Brightbulb Design

Isle of Wight Observer Aug 27, 2019

With a recent move to new larger offices in Wootton, award winning Brightbulb Design have continued their expansion with the…

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The Isle of Wight Scooter Rally

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Yarmouth Main Carnival 2019

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2019 Cowes Illuminated Carnival

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