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‘Shocking, misplaced and reckless’: village residents hit out at housing plan

Rufus Pickles - Local Democracy Reporter Jan 31, 2025

Residents of a large village have hit out at a proposal for 27 homes, with one describing plans as ‘shocking,…

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New £6.7 million mental health facility to open on town high street

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The opening of new £6.7 million, 11-room mental health facility has moved a step closer after a ‘noise issue’ was…

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Paying it forward at Cath and Mike’s in Freshwater

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A café is offering a scheme where generous customers ‘Pay it Forward’ to donate meals and drinks to others in…

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Jack’s charity challenge on home stretch

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An incredible fundraising feat that will see Island Roads foreman Jack Faulds complete a marathon run every other day throughout…

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RBL’s invited guests hear about the charity’s work

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The prestigious Standard Bearer’s Shield, presented by the IW’s Royal British Legion (RBL), has been awarded to Tristan Allen of…

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Farmers were out in force in Newport on Saturday, in an event organised by the National Farmers Union as part…

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Last Saturday I had the absolute pleasure of attending the Youth Voice conference, organised by the Isle of Wight Youth…

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Being angry is never a choice, but when you’re really cross, saying exactly what’s on your mind is rarely a…

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VECTIS VIEW: Jen Hughes – Parent representative at Oakfield School

Isle of Wight Observer Jan 31, 2025

Oakfield C of E Primary School enjoys far reaching views over the Solent and is one of the largest sites…

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With an aim of giving ‘Hope and Focus’ to the young people and their families, the South Wight Area Youth…

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Comedy Social makes a return at Northwood House

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The Comedy Social is back at Northwood House next Friday, February 7, featuring a variety of comedy gems. Headliner is…

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Going Ghost Hunting with Ad Lib Theatre

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Go Ghost Hunting, with Ad Lib Theatre at Bembridge Village Hall on Sunday, and follow the story of Karen the…

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50 Glorious Years As Brian comes to Shanklin Theatre

Isle of Wight Observer Jan 31, 2025

Charles Collingwood has been privileged to play the J.R. of Ambridge, Brian Aldridge, in The Archers for more than 50…

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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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Fine dining and documentary figure in plans for Robin Hill

Isle of Wight Observer Jan 31, 2025

Robin Hill Adventure Park has revealed two exciting new ventures, as it prepares to reopen in April under new management.…

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