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Badger Trust to the rescue

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An injured badger cub is being cared for by RSPCA Isle of Wight thanks to the quick-thinking actions of members…

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Councillor fears tragedy at derelict Sandown hotel

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A councillor has said he is at the end of his tether over council failures to make progress on getting…

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Vectis enjoy a great game against Havant

IW Observer.co.uk May 4, 2022

Havant under-14s 36 v Vectis under-14s 12 Vectis under-14s rugby team travelled to Havant for the last league game of…

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Ventnor Day 2022

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Ventnor Day is promising to be bigger and better than ever. This year’s free event will take place on Saturday,…

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The Folly to get a £1m upgrade

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Details of £1 million investment plans at the Folly in Whippingham have been unveiled, transforming the outside areas to make…

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Robert moves to North House as Chef Patron

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Michelin-starred chef, Robert Thompson, has been made Chef Patron and partner of the Grade II listed North House restaurant and…

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Cyclists produce short film for the Tour of Britain route

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Experienced local cyclists have produced a short film revealing the scenery – and challenging gradients that await – up to…

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Independent Arts have opened new exhibition

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Local arts for well-being charity, Independent Arts, have announced their new exhibition, The History of Newport Mills. The exhibition is…

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Be part of Jubilee sailing celebration

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The Solent’s boating community is invited to take part in a once-in-a-lifetime celebration of HM The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee at…

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Pan Together providing weekly drop-in sessions

IW Observer.co.uk May 3, 2022

Island charity, Pan Together, has received grant-funding from Sovereign Housing and the Island’s Adult Community Learning team to help Island…

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Goodbye Farmer Jack’s – Hello Harvey Brown’s

IW Observer.co.uk May 3, 2022

Farmer Jack’s popular farm shop has been rehomed and renamed and is now housed in its new custom-built, expanded premises…

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Readers picture of the week

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This week’s picture of this lovely little robin finding a worm has been captured by Joshua Styles whilst on a…

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Essex success for Island pair

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Richard Weaver and James Pink produced a solid result in their Mitsubishi Evo 6 at the Corbeau Seats Rally at…

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Love your car? Take it to the Festival of Transport

IW Observer.co.uk May 2, 2022

The Isle of Wight Steam Railway is hosting its annual Festival of Transport on May 22. Bringing together a wealth…

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One woman, three days and a massive challenge

IW Observer.co.uk May 2, 2022

Emily King is one of the UK’s most successful paddleboard athletes and, from May 3-11, she will be on the…

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WOW! Knit, natter and make teddies

IW Observer.co.uk May 2, 2022

Hand-knitted teddies made by a member of the Women on the Wight’s (WOW!) Knit and Natter group have been delivered…

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