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Take a leap of faith to help fight cancer

Isle of Wight Observer Sep 8, 2023

Spring into Spring, with Wessex Cancer Support, as the charity brings a brand-new challenge to Islanders in 2024, all to…

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VECTIS VIEW: Sarah Redrup – New LibDem Councillor for Wootton Bridge

Isle of Wight Observer Sep 8, 2023

Earlier this year I was sat putting the world to rights with Cllr Michael Lilley (who represents Ryde Appley &…

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Sandown laundry has new owners

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A popular laundry business, in Sandown, has changed hands and relaunched under a new name. Posh Laundry has been run…

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Bembridge Harbour goes on the market

Isle of Wight Observer Sep 8, 2023

Bembridge Harbour is up for sale after owner Malcolm Thorpe announced it was time for a younger generation to become…

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Southern Water is one of three major water companies that discharged sewage hundreds of times last year on days when…

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The carnival season drew to a close on Saturday, with thousands of people lining the streets of Ryde to cheer…

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Wolverton Manor Garden Fair saw another record-breaking year, with manor owners, Jane and Mark Patterson, opening their gates to a…

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Isle of Wight Observer Sep 8, 2023

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Ryde Croquet Club held its singles championship two weeks ago, with 16 players available for this competitive event. In the…

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Ducks and bubbles at Shorwell fun day

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Get your IW bunting for Isle of Wight Day

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Hardy Solent swimmers raise funds for WWSCC

Mal Butler Sep 6, 2023

The 13th annual Solent Swim, from Hurst Castle to Colwell Bay, in aid of the West Wight Sports & Community…

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