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Island MP asks young people to consider standing for election

Isle of Wight Observer Mar 9, 2019

MP Bob Seely is asking young people aged 11 to 21, who are interested in current affairs and local government,…

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NHS trust placed into special measures for finance

Isle of Wight Observer Mar 9, 2019

NHS Improvement has decided to place Isle of Wight NHS Trust into special measures for financial reasons for financial under…

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Huge success for the fifth Spring Leaflet Exchange

Isle of Wight Observer Mar 9, 2019

The Isle of Wight Pearl hosted the fifth Leaflet Exchange and it was a huge success with 24 exhibitors attending…

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Ferry sector makes Big Splash with £80,000 of free ferry tickets

Isle of Wight Observer Mar 9, 2019

The ferry industry is launching its first ever public ballot for free ferry tickets during Big Ferry Fortnight, which runs…

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Company urges plan to support local economy and environment

Isle of Wight Observer Mar 8, 2019

The Isle of Wight Council has been urged to ensure future development gives more consideration to using locally-sourced and sustainable…

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Nominate a young person for an amazing FREE voyage

Isle of Wight Observer Mar 8, 2019

Amazing offer for six young people from the Isle of Wight. Thanks to kind supporters on the Isle of Wight…

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Trust CEO responds to Care Quality Commission’s report

Isle of Wight Observer Mar 8, 2019

The Isle of Wight NHS trust CEO issued a statement on Thursday (March 7) in response to the recent Care…

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Wightlink helps to reveal the Secrets of the Solent

Isle of Wight Observer Mar 8, 2019

People crossing the Solent with Wightlink are learning more about life beneath the waves this spring and summer, thanks to…

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St Mary’s hospital issued with warning notice

Isle of Wight Observer Mar 7, 2019

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has warned the Isle of Wight NHS Trust that services provided in the emergency department…

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Fake pet adverts lead to over £3 million in losses

Isle of Wight Observer Mar 7, 2019

Action Fraud is warning the public that fraudsters are posting advertisements for non-existent animals and pet accessories online. Between March…

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Cirque du Starlight Be sure to book early to avoid disappointment, last years show was a sell out.... this show…

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Aspiring chef returns to The Bay CE School

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A selection of students in Year 10 from The Bay CE School had the opportunity to attend a catering workshop…

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St Helens parish council launch Duver project

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St Helens Parish Council have launched their £15,000 Toilet renovation project at the Duver in St Helens, including upgrade of…

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Competition: The force is strong at Brading Roman Villa

Isle of Wight Observer Mar 7, 2019

March 16th, from a galaxy far, far away comes an absolute must see for fans of Star Wars… For the…

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Hats off to Islanders for hospice support

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It’s a big “hats off” to Islanders who have supported the latest Mountbatten fundraising initiative, Hats for the Hospice. This…

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Seely is urging women to undergo breast cancer screening

Isle of Wight Observer Mar 6, 2019

Island MP Bob Seely is urging all women to undergo breast cancer screening following a worrying drop in those aged…

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