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Ryde litter picker praised for 40 years of community work

Mal Butler May 28, 2026

If certain parts of Ryde always look particularly free of litter, then that’s thanks to a man who suffers from…

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SOIW footballers make history with Special Olympics cup defence

Isle of Wight Observer May 28, 2026

The footballers of Sporting Opportunities IW (SOIW) proved once again that they have the talent, the heart, and the drive…

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Carole Dennett May 26, 2026

Political division and plotting is not confined to Westminster. At County Hall in Newport, the scheming is already in full…

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COUNCILLOR PROFILE: Cllr Debbie Conlin – Freshwater North & Yarmouth – Reform UK – debbie.conlin@iow.gov.uk

Isle of Wight Observer May 26, 2026

I am very honoured to have been elected as your councillor for the ward of Freshwater North & Yarmouth. Since…

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COUNCILLOR PROFILE: Cllr David Llewelyn – Shanklin South – Reform UK – David.llewellyn@iow.gov.uk

Isle of Wight Observer May 26, 2026

I am honoured and humbled to enjoy your confidence as the elected representative for Shanklin South. I am now retired,…

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COUNCILLOR PROFILE: Cllr Frank Baldry – Sandown South – Reform UK – frank.baldry@iow.gov.uk

Isle of Wight Observer May 26, 2026

Firstly, I want to sincerely thank everyone who voted for me in the recent elections. I am incredibly humbled and…

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COUNCILLOR PROFILE: Cllr Bill Nigh – Lake North – Reform UK – bill.nigh@iow.gov.uk

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Thank you to the people of Lake North for lending me your vote again. I will continue to be your…

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COUNCILLOR PROFILE: Cllr Ros Freeman – Lake South – Reform UK – ros.freeman@iow.gov.uk

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I want to thank everyone who voted for me. I am proud to begin serving as your new Reform UK…

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COUNCILLOR PROFILE: Cllr Reuben Loake – Ryde North West Reform UK – Reuben.Loake@iow.gov.uk

Isle of Wight Observer May 26, 2026

I am grateful to my neighbours in the ward of Ryde North West who put their confidence in me to…

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COUNCILLOR PROFILE: Cllr Frank Brown – Newport West – Reform UK – Frank.brown@iow.gov.uk

Isle of Wight Observer May 26, 2026

I decided to stand for election in Newport West because I genuinely care about the community and felt strongly that…

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COUNCILLOR PROFILE: Cllr Jonathan Bacon – Brading & St Helens – Independent – jonathan.bacon@iow.gov.uk – 07973 872150

Isle of Wight Observer May 26, 2026

I thank all those who supported me. It will be a privilege to continue to serve the communities of Brading,…

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McDonald’s drive-thru in Lake moves closer after approval

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A new multi‑million‑pound McDonald’s ‘drive‑thru’ restaurant has moved a step closer to opening, on Newport Road, in Lake, after County…

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Sheep Lane Farm office refusal heads to planning appeal

Isle of Wight Observer May 26, 2026

A planning appeal has been lodged against the Isle of Wight Council’s refusal of permission to turn a former milking…

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American visitors welcomed by Isle of Wight Friendship Force

Isle of Wight Observer May 22, 2026

Isle of Wight Friendship Force has welcomed visitors from Santa Barbara and other American clubs as part of an international…

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East Cowes veteran honoured for 36 years of service

Isle of Wight Observer May 22, 2026

Alan Williams, born in Ryde 81 years ago and now living in East Cowes, has been honoured for more than…

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Medina Studios plans showcased at House of Commons reception

Carole Dennett May 22, 2026

Film industry figures, MPs, peers, Islanders, and a few famous faces gathered at the House of Commons on Wednesday evening…

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