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Bereavement support group in new locations

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 21, 2019

A new bereavement support group in Ventnor is part of a plan to improve access to Mountbatten’s psychology and bereavement…

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Memorial for War animals unveiled

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 21, 2019

A memorial to honour the animals who died in World War One has been unveiled. It was designed by students…

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Guide Leader Queen’s Award

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 21, 2019

Harriet Townsend from Newport, Leader of 11th Newport Guides and assistant leader with other units on the Island, has gained…

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Solar Farm will help Island households out of poverty

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 21, 2019

Thanks to a grant from Wight Community Energy a local community benefit society, The Footprint Trust charity will be able…

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‘Jingle and Mingle’ Christmas lunch feels the snowball effect

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 21, 2019

Arrangements are gathering apace for the Christmas lunch for socially isolated older people on Wednesday 18th December that is being…

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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

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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

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 20, 2019

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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