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Art Exhibition coincides with launch of Operation Geranium

Isle of Wight Observer Jun 22, 2020

One Art Gallery space has re opened on the Isle Of Wight with a brand new Exhibition of Artworks collected…

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Safety first as Wightlink journeys increase

Isle of Wight Observer Jun 21, 2020

Wightlink has produced a short film showing the steps it is taking to ensure travel is as safe as possible…

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Spice bus could become permanent holiday destination at Island Harbour

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter Jun 21, 2020

If you really, really want to stay in the world-famous Spice Bus, plans have been submitted by its owner for…

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Hovertravel planning for a new built-for-purpose workshop

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter Jun 21, 2020

Plans to demolish ‘poorly constructed’ workshops and replace them with a built-for-purpose workshop have been submitted by Hovertravel.

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Former care home could be converted to accommodate workers

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter Jun 21, 2020

A care home, which was shut down after a damning inspection, could become a temporary home for workers, if planning…

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MP says claimant figures reflect need for Island recovery plan

Isle of Wight Observer Jun 21, 2020

Latest figures showing the extent of furloughing and unemployment on the Isle of Wight as a result of the Covid-19…

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Shanklin Chine set to open in July following careful consideration

Isle of Wight Observer Jun 21, 2020

After careful consideration and following Government Guidelines, Shanklin Chine and Fisherman’s Cottage Inn will re-open on Thursday, July 2

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Unique talent takes winning spot at RSPCA One Fun Day

Isle of Wight Observer Jun 21, 2020

Charlotte, who adopted Bettie from the RSPCA Isle of Wight branch’s Godshill Animal Rescue Centre, said: “I have had cats…

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Funding awarded to West Wight Sports & Community Centre

Isle of Wight Observer Jun 21, 2020

The National Emergencies Trust (NET) has partnered with HIWCF to award West Wight Sports & Community Centre a grant of…

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Local produce back on Wightlink’s shelves as retail resumes

Isle of Wight Observer Jun 19, 2020

Wightlink re-opened the cafes at its Portsmouth and Fishbourne ports this week.

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Schools slowly opening to up to more students

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter Jun 19, 2020

Schools have slowly been opening to more students this week but with no ‘clear message’, one Island headteacher has said…

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New team to support social distancing at St Mary’s

Isle of Wight Observer Jun 19, 2020

The Isle of Wight NHS Trust have made several changes to their hospital site since the change in Government guidance

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Red Funnel encourages passengers to assess their travel needs and plan ahead

Isle of Wight Observer Jun 19, 2020

Red Funnel continues to encourage the public to heed the government’s latest advice to consider their options before using public…

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Ventnor Foodbank to become an independently run community Foodbank

Isle of Wight Observer Jun 19, 2020

From July 1st Ventnor Foodbank will become Ventnor Community Foodbank and will operate independently of the Isle of Wight Foodbank…

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Memorial gardens reopen at Isle of Wight Crematorium

Isle of Wight Observer Jun 19, 2020

The memorial gardens and woodland walk at the Isle of Wight Crematorium will today reopen to the public.

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Clinical trial helps lead the roll out of effective COVID-19 drug

Isle of Wight Observer Jun 19, 2020

The Isle of Wight NHS Trust at St. Mary’s hospital in Newport was one of the NHS Trusts across the…

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