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Henri-Lloyd announced as Regatta Clothing Partner

Isle of Wight Observer May 19, 2020

Henri-Lloyd is joining the regatta as Regatta Clothing Partner and Crew Kit of Cowes

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Road resurfacing work set to resume on the Island

Isle of Wight Observer May 19, 2020

Road resurfacing work is set to resume on the Island again

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Bishop urges recognition for Islanders trialling NHS app

Isle of Wight Observer May 19, 2020

The Rt Rev Christopher Foster was speaking in a virtual session of the House of Lords and directed his question…

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Boom time for bikes as coronavirus changes lifestyles

Isle of Wight Observer May 19, 2020

Councillor Ian Ward said the lockdown had inspired a new generation of cyclists on the Island.

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Island should take advantage of active travel policy

Isle of Wight Observer May 19, 2020

The government recently announced a fund of £250m was available to councils to boost efforts to promote healthy transport

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Be kind to yourself and others…take care of your mental health

Isle of Wight Observer May 18, 2020

To mark Mental Health Awareness Week, 18-24 May, the MHF, who work to prevent mental health problems, say being kind…

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Hampshire Constabulary appoints new Assistant Chief Constable

Isle of Wight Observer May 18, 2020

Maggie will be returning to Hampshire Constabulary as an Assistant Chief Constable for Local Policing and Public Protection

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Taittinger Royal Solent Yacht Club Regatta 2020 cancelled

Isle of Wight Observer May 18, 2020

It is with great regret that the Flag Officers and General Committee of the Royal Solent Yacht Club have agreed…

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FOOTBALL: Potts switches camps to join East Cowes Vics

Isle of Wight Observer May 18, 2020

Football: Long-serving Cowes Sports stalwart Ian Potts has switched camps to become Richie Woodburn’s assistant at East Cowes Vics.

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Noke Common development refused by Council

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter May 18, 2020

The application, submitted by Noke Common Dairy, would demolish the outbuildings, barns and storage units to build nine houses —…

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Mystery over new Covid-19 ‘unclear’ test results

Carole Dennett May 16, 2020

Not something we'd joke about Mr Seely! Nobody was able to give us a comment on this issue straight away…

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Air Ambulance collaborate with Coastguard to support critically ill patients

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Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance are collaborating with HM Coastguard in order to safely transfer time critical patients…

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Hovertravel’s Tourism Superstar sings for the NHS

Isle of Wight Observer May 16, 2020

Lorry wanted to say thank you to the NHS for their dedication and professionalism

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Concern after some Covid-19 tests change from negative to unclear!

Isle of Wight Observer May 16, 2020

It was sent to many Islanders who had been tested at the Medina College Test Centre in recent days.

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Appeal for witnesses to single vehicle collision in Newport

Isle of Wight Observer May 15, 2020

A 22-year-old man from Newport was subsequently arrested on suspicion of drink driving, driving without a license, and taking a…

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Technology helping to keep heart failure patients safe

Isle of Wight Observer May 15, 2020

Two Island patients have shared their experience of using the technology as part of their care.

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