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A LOOK BACK IN TIME: Put clocks forward…

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This week we have three snippets from the Isle of Wight Observer of 2nd April 1921 which we hope you…

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A scheme to support wildlife recovery on the Isle of Wight has been extended with the acquisition of 355 acres…

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Dorset Police has been criticised after concluding an investigation into the death of one of two white-tailed sea eagles found…

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Ahead of this weekend’s (April 2 & 3) Sandown Sprint, the team behind the event have some tips to help…

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Island art on show The Fairwinds art exhibition is taking place over the weekend of April 23-24, with a ticketed…

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Welcome to the Island!

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The first Ukrainian refugees to step foot on the Island were greeted by the IW Observer and they said: “Thank…

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