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Vectis View – Nigel Phillips

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Vectis View Nigel Phillips. Chairman of Chillerton and Gatcombe Parish Council and Save our School Once upon a time the…

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High hopes for nursing awards for NHS Trust

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The Isle of Wight NHS Trust has been shortlisted in two categories in this year’s Nursing Times awards. The Community…

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Opportunities for 45 young people with the IW Council

Press Release Aug 10, 2021

The Isle of Wight Council is seeking 45 young Islanders to become new staff members and join 11 other young…

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It’s a hive of activity down at BAE Systems

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Last year BAE Systems decided to leave significant areas of grass at its Cowes site to grow naturally, and they…

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Maureen Sullivan talks about A Bard in the Hand, Bembridge Little Theatre Club’s latest production

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The writer of A Bard in the Hand, Maureen Sullivanm answers questions about the Summer Pantomime that starts on Thursday,…

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Appleton pleases the crowds as speedway returns to the Island

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The first Wightlink Warriors’ Summer Spectacular speedway meeting was a master class of track skill from former British Grasstrack Masters…

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60 dinghy entries to championship

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Gurnard Sailing Club welcomed 60 boats across five fleets to the inaugural Isle of Wight Dinghy Championships last weekend. On…

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Abbeyfield residents’ speedboating thrills

Press Release Aug 4, 2021

An intrepid group of Abbeyfield Yarmouth residents took to the waves thanks to the charity Wetwheels. The seven residents, along…

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Spare a thought for our hard-working waste collection crews this summer

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As the Island basked in the hottest weather of the year in recent weeks, please spare a thought for the…

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Public safety concerns for four level crossings

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South Western Railways (SWR) have temporarily closed a number of level crossings around Ryde and Brading because of concerns for…

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Pan Together will put donation to good use

Press Release Aug 3, 2021

Pan Together, the charity which provides a community hub and supports the residents of east Newport, has received a donation…

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Positive engagement led to hostel being accepted

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Residents of Pan and Barton have been praised by after a new homeless shelter and recovery service for up to…

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Covid testing centre now open seven days

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The Island’s Covid-19 testing centre has increased its opening hours. The test centre, at Newclose County Cricket Ground in Newport,…

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Queen’s cousin visits the Island

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His Royal Highness Prince Michael of Kent, cousin of HM The Queen, made a two-day visit to the Island recently…

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