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CLA issues advice to walkers and dog owners in the countryside

Isle of Wight Observer May 13, 2020

The call comes as lockdown restrictions are partially eased by the government

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Crematorium funeral services to be privately live streamed

Isle of Wight Observer May 13, 2020

Private online streaming of funeral services is now possible thanks to a newly installed camera.

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Virtual council meetings recommence in June

Isle of Wight Observer May 13, 2020

Council committee meetings will be run live online

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MP invites chancellor to discuss restarting visitor economy

Isle of Wight Observer May 12, 2020

The Isle of Wight is Britain’s Festival Island

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Tourists told to stay away following new government lockdown guidance

Isle of Wight Observer May 12, 2020

Day trippers have been told to "stay away" from the Island

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East Cowes Marina to reopen following relaxation of leisure restrictions

Isle of Wight Observer May 12, 2020

Michael Prideaux, Managing Director at boatfolk, said they will begin the reopening marinas from Wednesday 13th May.

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Special day for nurses and carers celebrated at Orchard House

Carole Dennett May 12, 2020

Florence Nightingale was born on this date in 1820 and the day has been named as International Nurses Day. A…

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Captiva puts community ahead of construction

Isle of Wight Observer May 12, 2020

The housebuilder has developments across the Island, including Princess Court in East Cowes.

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Covid-19: 14 people have died in care homes, in hospice or at home

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter May 12, 2020

DEATHS due to Covid-19 outside of hospital on the Isle of Wight have more than doubled in the past week

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Island golfers will be swinging back into action tomorrow

Isle of Wight Observer May 12, 2020

Golfers across the Island will be swinging back into action tomorrow, following the easing of restrictions due to coronavirus.

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Older phones may not work with NHSX coronavirus app

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter May 12, 2020

Like any high-quality app, the intention is for it to improve over time.

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25 people per day tested for Covid-19 after reporting it through app

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter May 12, 2020

Dr Lewis said the Island has been very supportive of the app

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Lessons in home schooling for Isle of Wight schools

Isle of Wight Observer May 12, 2020

Schools have developed home learning packs, kept timetables of lessons running virtually online and incorporated fun and engaging learning activities…

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Tributes and thanks to Mountbatten Nurses on International Nurses’ Day

Isle of Wight Observer May 11, 2020

Islanders are encouraged to join in a nationwide moment of gratitude by lighting a candle to nurses who have lost…

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One-stop mental health hub launches online

Isle of Wight Observer May 11, 2020

The site has been developed partially to provide support during the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic, but will also be a permanent…

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Football: Cowes Sports making big plans for when new season begins

Isle of Wight Observer May 11, 2020

Cowes Sports, the highest ranked football club on the Isle of Wight, are making big plans for the new season

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