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Popular rugby player dies in single vehicle accident

Mal Butler Jan 6, 2026

Ventnor Rugby Club is in mourning this week after the shock death of Tristan Price, who first played for the…

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Public talk on the history of auctions

Isle of Wight Observer Jan 6, 2026

The St Helens Historical Society is hosting a public talk on the history of auctions later this month. The event,…

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Strong year of support for Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus

Isle of Wight Observer Jan 6, 2026

A total of £9,070 was raised during 2025 for the IW Association for Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus, with a range…

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Lodge backs Ryde Beach Lifeguards

Isle of Wight Observer Jan 6, 2026

A donation of £2,376 has been made to Ryde Beach Lifeguards, by a branch of the masons. The contribution was…

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Goals galore for football in Cups and League

Isle of Wight Observer Jan 6, 2026

A frosty weekend saw a classic cup win for East Cowes Sports in Hampshire. Whitecroft & Barton edged through on…

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CCTV issued following shoplifting in Ryde

Press Release Jan 6, 2026

Police are issuing a CCTV image of man they would like to speak to after a shoplifting incident at Sainsbury’s…

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Nativity story told by children in Ryde

Isle of Wight Observer Jan 6, 2026

There was a good attendance this year at the annual Children’s Service of Readings, Prayers, Poems, and Carols, at St…

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Island runners impress in Hampshire Cross Country

Isle of Wight Observer Jan 6, 2026

Saturday saw the annual Hampshire Cross Country Championship return to the 95-acre Fairthorne Manor, near Southampton, with Island athletes producing…

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Sell-out folk night raises charity funds

Isle of Wight Observer Jan 6, 2026

An eclectic evening, of folk, sea shanties, blues, and gospel, raised £1,167 for the Community Spirited Café following a sell-out…

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Historic Sun Inn at Hulverstone to close

Isle of Wight Observer Jan 6, 2026

One of the Isle of Wight’s most iconic thatched buildings, the 600-year-old Sun Inn at Hulverstone, is set to close…

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VECTIS VIEW: Susie Sheldon – His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of the Isle of Wight

Isle of Wight Observer Jan 5, 2026

At this time of year, it is always good to look back at what is good, as well as looking…

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Isle of Wight Observer Jan 5, 2026

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Three cats died in devastating fire

Isle of Wight Observer Jan 5, 2026

A Go Fund Me appeal has been launched on behalf of a couple whose home was destroyed fire, which also…

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New Year Honours for Island residents

Mal Butler Jan 5, 2026

A Poppy Appeal collector for around 75 years has been awarded a British Empire Medal (BEM) in the King’s New…

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Bikers take part in annual toy run

Isle of Wight Observer Jan 5, 2026

Christmas came early for the children in St Mary’s Hospital, as some very special Santas rode up on their motorised…

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Snow Queen delights Freshwater audiences

Isle of Wight Observer Jan 5, 2026

Pantomime returned to the Memorial Hall, in Freshwater, as The New Strolling Players celebrated 50 years since pantomime was first…

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