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Whole Island testing ‘not recommended’

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter Jul 24, 2020

Islandwide Covid-19 testing is not on the cards, according to the director of public health.

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Sovereign makes sure that Isle of Wight gets the write stuff

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 24, 2020

Sovereign Housing Association has paired up with Omega - the National Association for End of Life Care - to make…

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Students at Cowes Enterprise College showcase creative talent

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 23, 2020

Students at Cowes Enterprise College have put together videos to showcase all the amazing creative projects that have taken place…

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Floating bridge out of action until Tuesday

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 23, 2020

The Floating Bridge will remain out of service until next Tuesday.

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Wightlink Warriors decide against 2020 National League

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 23, 2020

The Island’s Wightlink Warriors will not run speedway In 2020.

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Island homes could benefit from re-launched energy scheme

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 23, 2020

Thousands of homes on the Isle of Wight could benefit from a new and improved energy efficiency scheme.

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High standards for Emergency Department during lockdown

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 23, 2020

Over 95% of people attending the Emergency Department at St. Mary’s Hospital during May and June spent less than 4…

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Isle of Wight Council shortlisted in MJ Awards

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 23, 2020

Isle of Wight Council staff and services have received national recognition after being shortlisted in this year's Municipal Journal Achievement…

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Parking team on the front line of the coronavirus response

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 23, 2020

Lee Hodge is a busy man.

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New wheelchair services contract for the Island

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 23, 2020

Wheelchair users have helped shape a new service which will start on the Isle of Wight next year.

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Community Council voted to oppose 40 houses on Seaclose Park

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 23, 2020

Newport and Carisbrooke Community Council has voted to oppose controversial plans to build more than 40 houses on Seaclose Park.

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Step up for 2,500-mile challenge at Walk for Hope 2020

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 23, 2020

Wessex Cancer Trust is inviting supporters to step up for its 2,500-mile challenge

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Council leader and transport infrastructure board welcome the return of Fast Cat services

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 21, 2020

The return of Wightlink's Ryde to Portsmouth Fast Cat services from 31 July has been welcomed by the leader of…

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Families urged to talk about organ donation as support grows and law changes

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 21, 2020

On the Isle of Wight, 7 people gave the gift of life, by donating their organs after death.

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Social distancing precautions in towns will remain for at least 12 weeks

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter Jul 21, 2020

Social distancing precautions in the Island’s town centres will be in place for at least 12 weeks — with some…

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Quack-thinking saves ducklings from drain

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 21, 2020

RSPCA Isle of Wight Godshill Animal Centre is caring for the four ducklings as they get ready for release!

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