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The year’s Easter pharmacy opening hours

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A public body has sought approval for a handrail and lighting system on an historic footbridge. Network Rail’s part retrospective…

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“Investment into the local and wider tourism offer in Bembridge”: seafront café approved

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A new seafront café will be built after receiving 91 letters of support. County Hall granted SE-View permission to build…

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Planners have revealed why they turned down a major planning application for 27 houses next to a large village. County…

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Two seaside chalets could be demolished, paving the way for one new two-bedroom house. A planning application has been lodged…

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The family of brave Arlo Lambie announced on Monday he had lost his fight for life following his battle with…

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Members of the IW Parachute Regimental Association took part in a 25-mile walk across the Island on Saturday, finishing at…

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Medina Marching Band performs to a full house

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