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Great South Run raises £1 million

Isle of Wight Observer Oct 23, 2025

More than 25,000 runners of all ages, including a large Island contingent with a team from Mountbatten, took part in…

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A host of Isle of Wight performers and creatives are joining forces for a one-night-only variety show with a difference.…

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The Wildheart Animal Sanctuary is putting out an unusual request this autumn, for hawthorn, hazel and willow branches to help…

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RSPCA Isle of Wight is turning up the heat and issuing its most daring challenge yet! They’re looking for 100…

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Island Roads will be carrying out essential highway improvement work on Sandown Road in Lake, next month. Sections of the…

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Families are invited to enjoy a spellbinding selection of free Hallowe’en-themed activities at local libraries this October half term. From…

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Cherry Godfrey recently hosted its annual reception, bringing together staff from its Isle of Wight, Guernsey, and Southampton offices. The…

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This week sees Sandown’s Warboyes family celebrating a win, including a hat-trick from 46-year-old Dan. There were Gold Cup wins…

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The Mountbatten Group, which encompasses the vital services on the Isle of Wight and in Hampshire, achieved a dual victory…

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A total of 40 vehicles took part in the Vectis Vintage and Tractor Club’s charity rideout, raising more than £750…

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A routine Sunday morning dig turned into the find of a lifetime for one local metal detectorist, unearthing a piece…

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The Nettlestone & Seaview Community Partnership has announced donations totalling £2,000 to support local and regional causes. The group is…

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