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LOOK BACK IN TIME: 25 December 1869

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Whilst the Isle of Wight Observer published on 25th December, 1869 was a paid for title, we follow its noble…

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Dear Editor, Adam Webb (Island Soapbox, December 13) quite rightly states there is long-standing corruption in the Ukraine. Zelensky has…

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Pop into Newport for free ice cream today

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The Plaza Ices is to give away free ice-cream today (Friday) in the build-up to the Newport Carnival Parade; however,…

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Grace’s Corner: A labour of love

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Newport rejoiced as another empty store opened this week, as the Redrup family business, Grace’s Bakery, set up their latest…

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Isle of Wight planning applications: 20th December 2024

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See full planning notices and all documents by entering the reference number into the search bar on the planning portal.…

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Sing-a-long and dance at the Apollo in Newport

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A Christmas treat is in store for all the family this weekend, at The Apollo Theatre in Newport. “Rudy’s Christmas…

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One of the last surviving veterans from the D-Day landings, has died at the age of 99. Roy Hayward was…

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IW Observer 308

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A ground-breaking collaboration between the Island’s political leaders has led to the creation of an Islanders’ Charter, outlining key priorities…

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Police are appealing for witnesses and information following a fatal collision in Newport. Police were called at 5.49am today (Thursday,…

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Blue Lamp Trust saves the day after potentially life-threatening incident

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The Blue Lamp Trust has demonstrated its life-saving mission by protecting vulnerable members of the community. Recently, 87-year-old Irene, who…

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Key County Hall planning panel refuses 12 house development

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Controversial bid to vary housing development condition turned down

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A controversial application to vary a condition attached to a housing development in a village was turned down yesterday (Tuesday)…

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Decisive December derby in this week’s rugby

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With mainland sides unable to fulfil Island fixtures, Sandown & Shanklin Hurricanes 2nd XV won the domestic derby, celebrating a…

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Have your say on how the IW Council should spend its money

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The Isle of Wight Council has launched a public consultation to give Islanders the opportunity to have their say on…

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Joe Robertson announces winners of East Wight Christmas Card Competition

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Joe Robertson, MP for Isle of Wight East, has announced the winners of his East Wight School Christmas Card Competition.…

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