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Support to continue for thousands of ‘shielded’ Islanders post 1 August

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 30, 2020

Shielding will officially pause on 1 August, but there will still be help at hand for thousands of vulnerable Islanders…

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After more than 80 years of service – Island Line’s trains ready to retire

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 29, 2020

South Western Railway is looking for new homes for its soon to be retired Island Line fleet.

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Bags donated to care experienced young people thanks to new council partnership

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 29, 2020

More than 180 'giving bags' have been distributed to care experienced youngsters on the Island — thanks to a new…

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New case of coronavirus confirmed on Island

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 29, 2020

A new case of coronavirus has been recorded on the Isle of Wight for the first time in more than…

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Isle of Wight to host all-new Road Race Festival

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 29, 2020

An all-new road racing festival is set to take place on the Isle of Wight

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New advert promotes the Isle of Wight

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 28, 2020

The Isle of Wight will be shown to targeted audiences across the south from this week.

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Main Outpatient clinics restart at St. Mary’s Hospital

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 28, 2020

From Monday 3 August, outpatients clinics will resume within the Main Outpatients Department at St. Mary’s Hospital.

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St Mary’s roundabout works enter crucial new phase

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 28, 2020

Construction of the new St Mary’s junction is progressing well and remains on programme for completion before Christmas.

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Covid-19 action cards now available to help Island fight the virus

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 28, 2020

A series of quick-reference 'action cards' is now available for hotels, campsites, tourist attractions, shops, restaurants and other Isle of…

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Newport rowers complete their ‘Atlantic Challenge’ for Mountbatten

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 28, 2020

#IW NEWS Newport rowers complete their ‘Atlantic Challenge’ for Mountbatten

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Isle of Wight harbours now open to overnight visitors

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 28, 2020

Following the further relaxation of lockdown measures, the Isle of Wight Council is welcoming overnight visitors to its harbours from…

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Guidance for Islanders returning from Spain and countries not part of the travel corridor

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 28, 2020

Isle of Wight ferry operators Red Funnel, Wightlink and Hovertravel have jointly issued instructions to Islanders returning from Spain, following…

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Charity continues to support local community

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 28, 2020

West Wight Men In Sheds have continued to support the local community during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Steam Railway opens new events barn

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 27, 2020

The Isle of Wight Steam Railway has announced the opening of its new Events Barn.

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Vectis Radio’s 4Ps training school now a registered charity

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 27, 2020

The multi-award winning Vectis Radio 4Ps training school has now registered as a charity.

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Joint effort to ensure people wear their masks from today

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter Jul 24, 2020

Police on the Isle of Wight will only intervene as a last resort to enforce the law over wearing face…

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