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The Christmas light switch-on in Cowes

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 27, 2025

The Grinch brought joy to the crowds who were in Cowes, for the Christmas lights switch-on last Saturday. Despite non-stop…

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Ryde rowers celebrate season

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Ryde Rowing Club held its annual presentation of awards on Saturday, with more than 80 members and guests attending the…

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Isle of Wight Observer Nov 27, 2025

Despite treacherous conditions, three Island sides secured wins against mainland opposition, with the men’s side maintaining their lead at the…

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This week’s table tennis report for the Island

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 27, 2025

by Debbie Yates Division One Havenstreet A 4 v Ryde Rankers 6, Ryde Goshawks 1 v Ryde A 9, Ryde…

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Waterlogged pitches and wanton vandalism dominated a fixture programme decimated by downpours. However there were highlights, including four goals for…

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Water recycling scheme submitted for Sandown

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Southern Water has submitted a planning application for a new water recycling plant in Sandown, which would become the UK’s…

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Vectis Academy enjoyed an impressive day at the Gosport half-marathon, with Joshua Price securing third place in a strong field.…

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Festive calendar initiative supports Island children

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A young Islander is spreading festive cheer, and encouraging kindness and connection this season through a heart-warming calendar initiative in…

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Community group to run second Daisy Bus

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Wessex Cancer Support (WCS) on Thursday confirmed it is to cease providing the Portsmouth Daisy Bus, with the service transferring…

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Has metal been stolen from your address?

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Police are appealing for witnesses following reported attempted burglary of metals from Seaview near Ryde. It was reported at 11.44am…

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Roads team tackle a boatshed mess

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Island Roads has helped the Classic Boat Museum in Cowes by clearing stubborn bird mess from a boatshed that had…

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Island’s Gilten Market returns next week

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The Island’s traditional Gilten Market will return to the Royal Isle of Wight County Show-ground, on Monday (December 1), with…

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Charity concert hits right note

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£1,250 was raised for Mountbatten, following a recent charity concert by the Slipshod Singers, at Freshwater Memorial Hall. They were…

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Do you recognise this woman? Police would like to speak to her following a report of a shoplifting incident in…

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Appeal for witnesses following criminal damage in Ryde

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Police are appealing for witnesses following a report of criminal damage in Ryde last week. It was reported that between…

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Performers of all ages appear at West Wight Music Festival

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 24, 2025

Christ Church, Totland, was filled with music when the first West Wight Music Festival brought performers and audiences together for…

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