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1st Ryde Brownies celebrate their 100-year Anniversary

Isle of Wight Observer Oct 28, 2019

The 1st Ryde Brownie Pack, now 1st Ryde Brownie Unit, has recently celebrated its centenary. Formed in September 1919, the…

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Islanders urged to combat loneliness

Isle of Wight Observer Oct 28, 2019

Companionship is key to a healthy life, but more needs to be done to reduce loneliness among the elderly on…

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Just a week left for businesses to nominate themselves for an award

Isle of Wight Observer Oct 28, 2019

There’s just a week left for businesses to nominate themselves for the Red Funnel Isle of Wight Awards. Shining a…

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Brexit Business Helpline & Brexit Workshop Monday

Isle of Wight Observer Oct 25, 2019

The Business Brexit Helpline will go live today. This is a single helpline that will direct calls to the appropriate…

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Spooky monkey tricks set to be spectacular…

Isle of Wight Observer Oct 24, 2019

Monkey Haven have tons of seriously spooky shenanigans going on this half term, including their ‘Spooks & Spiders Spectacular’ which…

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The birds are back in town but they do need our help

Isle of Wight Observer Oct 24, 2019

This time of year thousands of birds return to the Island, many of them from the Arctic regions. Brent Geese…

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Freshwater Lifeboat volunteers honoured for their sterling work

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Freshwater Independent Lifeboat was invited to attend the UK Honours ceremony hosted by The Royal Life Saving Society UK at…

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Island businesses pick up coveted Rose Awards

Isle of Wight Observer Oct 24, 2019

Five Isle of Wight businesses have received a Visit England’s Rose Award for going above and beyond in their customer…

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Bang Bang Romeo returning to Island

Isle of Wight Observer Oct 24, 2019

After supporting P!NK across Europe on her Stadium Tour in 2018, hugely promising band ‘Bang Bang Romeo’ will play Strings…

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Wolverton raises £25,000 for Age UK Isle of Wight

Isle of Wight Observer Oct 24, 2019

Wolverton Manor’s 2019’s Garden Fair saw over 9,500 visitors helping to raise a record-breaking £25,000 for Age UK Isle of…

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Scouts earn badges at County Hall

Isle of Wight Observer Oct 24, 2019

Sixth Newport (St. John’s) Scouts group have been learning all about democracy on visits to County Hall. The group visited…

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Some Island roads are cut from gritting maps

Isle of Wight Observer Oct 24, 2019

A fleet of gritting machines will return to the Island’s main routes this winter, but a number of key roads…

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Recycling – in a Nutshell!

Isle of Wight Observer Oct 24, 2019

Ventnor resident Lesley Genge has created a cleaning refill programme that gives the local community the chance to reuse bottles…

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Learning Saves Lives with Air Ambulance

Isle of Wight Observer Oct 24, 2019

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance (HIOWAA) is calling on schools, clubs and youth groups to help keep their…

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Islanders join march for a final say on Brexit

Isle of Wight Observer Oct 24, 2019

More than 50 Islanders travelled by coach to join the London march in support of a further referendum on Britain’s…

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Singer-songwriter Sam Smith visits the Isle of Wight

Isle of Wight Observer Oct 22, 2019

‘Latch’ and ‘Stay With Me’ superstar, Sam Smith, has been seen in Ventnor earlier today (Tuesday). The 27 year old…

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