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Extended service for Coral Star

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 21, 2020

Anderson Boat Cruises who have been running the Coral Star as a ferry between Yarmouth and Lymington for the past…

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MP supports vision and proposals for Cowes harbour’s waterfront

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 21, 2020

A public consultation was launched last week on a vision to bring Cowes Harbour Commission and Cowes Town Waterfront Trust…

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Islanders urged to look out for voter registration details

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 21, 2020

Local residents are being warned not to lose their voice on decisions that affect them by making sure their electoral…

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Dangerous dog killed after owner suffers serious injuries

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 20, 2020

The two injured people remain in hospital at this time and our enquiries remain ongoing to establish how this incident…

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Olav takes honours in Bembridge Sailing Club’s Zaten Trophy

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 20, 2020

#SAILING Bembridge Sailing Club members took advantage of the decent Saturday weather on the water, with nine Redwings and three…

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Visit the Camp in the Cloud thanks to Hampshire Freemasons

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 20, 2020

More than 1,400 seriously ill children from all over the country will now be able to enjoy a virtual online…

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Heartfelt thanks to everyone who helped raise funds for Phoebe’s Light

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 20, 2020

Last week the IOW NHS Trust’s Children’s ward celebrated reaching their target of £4800 for Phoebe’s Light.

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‘Conceited, vain and rude’ motion

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter Jul 20, 2020

‘CONCEITED, vain and rude’ were words hurled at Isle of Wight Council leader on Wednesday over a motion he tabled…

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Harbour talks go ahead following online petition

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter Jul 20, 2020

With nearly 3,000 signatures on a petition to stop housing on Seaclose Park, the leader of the Isle of Wight…

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Rediscover two of the Island’s historic treasures — but in a Covid-secure way

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 20, 2020

Step back in time and rediscover two of the Isle of Wight's historic treasures — Dinosaur Isle and Newport Roman…

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Planet Aware launches Ocean Challenge!

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 20, 2020

Come and join in the Planet Aware Ocean Challenge this summer.

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Appeal not to leave donations outside Mountbatten’s shops

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 20, 2020

Mountbatten is urging the community not to drop off or take their generous donations to their local charity shop as…

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Isle of Wight Pride marks its special day

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 20, 2020

Miss Jason, a patron of Isle of Wight Pride has made a special visit to the Island to announce “save…

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Safe haven service here to help children and young people

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 17, 2020

A safe haven to provide children and young people with mental health support on the island has updated its opening…

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CCTV released in connection with Ryde burglary attempt

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 17, 2020

Do you know who these men are? Perhaps you recognise the clothing they are wearing?

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Family of man who died in collision near Niton pay tribute

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 17, 2020

The family of a man who sadly died in a collision near Niton on July 1 have today paid tribute…

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