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Karoo goes on a sightseeing adventure

Mal Butler Jan 8, 2026

A dog who decided to for a ‘sightseeing’ walk on the beach after escaping from his owner, was rescued after…

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Hiss-terious guest in an Appley garden

Isle of Wight Observer Jan 7, 2026

A resident in Appley had a nasty shock when they spotted a Common North Carolina Grass Snake in their garden!…

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Votes sought for Mountbatten film

Isle of Wight Observer Jan 7, 2026

A short film, produced by Mountbatten Isle of Wight, has been nominated for a national award – and the hospice…

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Free seminar to support Island wildlife

Isle of Wight Observer Jan 7, 2026

Island Nature is inviting Isle of Wight businesses to a free lunchtime seminar later this month, aimed at helping organisations…

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Cold test for the Wight Tri last week

Isle of Wight Observer Jan 7, 2026

A bracing -3°C greeted 21 hardy souls from Wight Tri on Sunday, as the East Cowes Enema Duathlon lived up…

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Isle of Wight Observer Jan 7, 2026

We shared some of our grown-up kids with their partners’ families this Christmas. Those giant get-togethers of years gone by…

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Runners turn out in force for Soup Run

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The annual Soup Run, in aid of Bembridge Youth & Community Centre, has taken place with a record 130 entrants.…

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Pharmacy takeover for Jhoots

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Four more Jhoots Pharmacies have been taken over by Allied Pharmacies, after serious financial problems at the national group led…

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Happy New Year! And welcome to a very theatrical 2026, and some January treats… First, the Wight Island Players bring…

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Record-breaking charity tractor run

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A record 102 tractors took part in the IW Classic Tractors’ Charity Road Run. The annual event, which has been…

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Kind- hearted Wolves help animals in need

Mal Butler Jan 7, 2026

A food run with a difference has been supported by Wight Wolves motorcyclists, following a charity ride-out which ended in…

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Popular rugby player dies in single vehicle accident

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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

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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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