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One third of Island care homes reporting outbreaks of Covid-19

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter May 14, 2020

ONE in three care homes on the Isle of Wight are now reporting outbreaks of the coronavirus.

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Council staff deliver protective equipment to frontline workers

Isle of Wight Observer May 14, 2020

The service has provided emergency supplies of PPE to ensure key workers the protection they need

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Islanders reminded to only make essential trips to the tip

Isle of Wight Observer May 14, 2020

One resident turned up with a single broken coat hanger and a faulty charger.

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Businesses urged to submit details for grant payment

Isle of Wight Observer May 14, 2020

The Isle of Wight Council is appealing to all qualifying businesses who haven’t yet submitted their details for government grant…

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Groups given more time to apply for IW Foundation funding

Isle of Wight Observer May 14, 2020

The Isle of Wight Foundation is extending its deadline for grant applications by two months

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Isle of Wight is leading the way with new technology

Isle of Wight Observer May 14, 2020

Medical supplies delivered by UAV and new tracing app is helping improve health care on the Island

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Bus shelter transformed into book and plant swap

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter May 14, 2020

The old bus stop on Havenstreet Main Road, has become a destination for villagers to visit

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Public asked to contribute to Isle of Wight marine mammal sightings

Isle of Wight Observer May 14, 2020

Researchers from the University of Portsmouth are asking people to share details on the location of where marine mammals have…

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Former church could be converted into five bedroom house

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter May 14, 2020

A FORMER church in Wellow could be converted into a five-bedroom house — with a private burial ground at the…

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What you think a ‘new normal’ should look like?

Isle of Wight Observer May 14, 2020

New survey to find out what lifestyle changes local people would choose to keep once restrictions are lifted

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Waste collection crew praised for assisting resident following fall

Isle of Wight Observer May 14, 2020

After investigating they found the resident lying on the floor unable to get up.

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Red Funnel urges public to heed latest government advice on travel

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While the UK government has somewhat relaxed its ‘Essential Travel Only’ message, it remains clear that travel for the purpose…

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Lucky black cat Wilfey kicks off Cats Protection’s hands-free homing scheme

Isle of Wight Observer May 13, 2020

If a match is made, Cats Protection will arrange a virtual meet-up via phone or video call

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Police statement following Governments decision to relax restrictions

Isle of Wight Observer May 13, 2020

Our overall aim is to continue to encourage and support our communities to comply fully with the restrictions

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Enthusiasts can now get back on the water again

Isle of Wight Observer May 13, 2020

Islanders can now get back on the water, as well on on the golf course and tennis court.

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Solent LEP launches tool to help business restart, restore and recover

Isle of Wight Observer May 13, 2020

Free online tool to help businesses start to develop their own road map to restart, restore and recover

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