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Christmas magic at Tapnell Farm

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 21, 2019

Something magical is happening this December at Tapnell Farm Park with the opening of their new Christmas experience, Tapland in…

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Draper takes over as Yachtsmen manager

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 20, 2019

Max Draper has been appointed new manager of Wessex League, Premier Division side Cowes Sports, with former boss becoming the…

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Tails wagging for Gillian’s venture!

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 20, 2019

Island businesswoman Gillian Cox has recently won the accolade of Wagging Tails’ New Franchisee of the Year at their 2019…

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Salvation Army feeding the needy at Christmas

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 20, 2019

The Salvation Army’s Newport centre will be open on Christmas Day, where volunteers will provide a free festive hot meal…

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Wightlink support local cat charity

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 20, 2019

Wightlink are hoping to help Island cats have a purr-fect Christmas this year by supporting their steward and cat lover…

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Men in Sheds get new roof

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 20, 2019

West Wight Men in Sheds have a new sponsor for their workshop on Totland Recreation Ground. George Adams from The…

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RSPCA needs help to keep tails wagging

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The RSPCA has appealed for help this Christmas following an increase in the number of calls made to its cruelty…

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WightFibre joins with Plume® to provide better broadband

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 19, 2019

WightFibre announces the availability of WightFibre Whole Home WiFi, powered by Plume®. The new residential full-fibre broadband providing access to…

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Romantic moment on board Wightlink’s Victoria of Wight

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 19, 2019

The crew of Wightlink‘s flagship Victoria of Wight played cupid when regular traveller Kevin Gumma decided it was time to…

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Will the Island win big in the UK Bus Awards?

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 18, 2019

Southern Vectis and Visit Isle of Wight could walk away with a top industry award on Tuesday 19 Nov. The…

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Royal message to mark centenary celebrations

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 15, 2019

Over 80 members and supporters of the Isle of Wight Natural History and Archaeological Society gathered in Caffe Isola, Newport,…

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New Chief Executive for Independent Arts

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 15, 2019

Independent Arts will have a new Chief Executive from December, as Lisa Gagliani MBE takes the reins from Kate Ball,…

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Young leaders make their mark with Wightlink

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 15, 2019

Young Isle of Wight leaders got an insight into hybrid energy technology on a visit to Wightlink. Isaac Lethbridge, member…

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Nammet tasting in Cowes

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 15, 2019

A nammet tasting evening is being hosted by the Island Sailing Club on Wednesday (Nov 20) from 6.30pm in celebration…

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£16,000 grant for WightSAR

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 15, 2019

Island search and rescue organisation, WightSAR has been awarded a £16,000 grant by the Isle of Wight Foundation. The money…

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Kezi joins Ability Dogs class in memory of young Keziah

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 14, 2019

Ability Dogs 4 Young People IW have named a 13-week-old yellow Labrador puppy Kezi, in memory of Keziah Flux-Edmonds, who…

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