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Controversial sixth form building can no longer be used

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter Jul 17, 2020

Christ the King College (CTK) cannot use its controversial sixth form building — after the contractor which built it appealed…

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Big Bounce Skynets get Sandham Gardens ready for summer

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 17, 2020

Investment in new family activity makes Sandham Gardens a ‘must visit’ tourist attraction on the Isle of Wight

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MP speaks up for independent pharmacies

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 17, 2020

Independent chemists struggling to make ends meet during the Covid-19 pandemic have received support from the Government’s pharmacies minister following…

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Orchard House residents get active with Angela

Carole Dennett Jul 17, 2020

Orchard House residents are keeping fit and having fun at the same time.

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Red Funnel receives COVID-19 Statement of Compliance

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Red Funnel is proud to announce that it is the world’s first domestic ferry operator to receive the DNV GL…

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Council submits planning application for new primary school

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter Jul 16, 2020

This is what the controversial new primary school in Freshwater will look like…if it gets planning permission.

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New home for Freshwater and Totland Archive Group

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 16, 2020

Freshwater Parish Council (FPC) are pleased to announce that they have taken on a lease for a shop in Avenue…

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Advanced technology that will improve eye health

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 16, 2020

St. Mary’s Hospital is now equipped with new and innovative technology, that will improve diagnosis of a patient’s eye disease.

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New homes and safe matchmaking make space for more moggies

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 16, 2020

An Island adoption centre is celebrating the success of a new contact-free way to take in and home needy cats…

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Probation service: Staff shortfall leads to ‘sharp decline’

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 16, 2020

A cost-cutting restructure has had a ‘profound’ effect on a probation service, according to inspectors.

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Cowes men’s and ladies’ football clubs join forces

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Sweetcorn Fayre cancelled for 2020

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MP objects to Isle of Wight oil exploration

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Isle of Wight MP, Bob Seely, has submitted formal objections to plans for oil drilling at Arreton.

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New affordable homes to be built in Shalfleet

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This 100% affordable rural development will build a whole new community at the site, with 13 homes for affordable rent…

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East Cowes receives Government support for flood defences

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 14, 2020

East Cowes is set to receive Government support for new flood defences to protect homes and businesses.

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New Station Manager for National Coastwatch Needles

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 14, 2020

National Coastwatch Needles have appointed a new station manager to take over from Tony Stables at the end of his…

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