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30 point deficit for Wightlink Warriors in Knock Out Cup tie

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Facing a 30 point deficit from the away leg of their speedway Knock Out Cup tie against Eastbourne, the Isle…

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The Isle of Wight Council has won a global award for a digital project on regeneration. The local authority won…

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A support group for young LGBTQ+ people on the Isle of Wight now faces closure following the withdrawal of the…

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The Lonely Planet has recently named the Isle of Wight as one of the 10 best cycling destinations in the…

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Red Funnel’s environmental management system has recently been accredited to the latest ISO 14001:2015 standard by the UK Maritime and…

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Red Funnel’s Dancing Man, Jim O’Reilly is the winner of VisitEngland’s 2018 Tourism Superstar Award. The announcement was made in…

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Red Funnel is delighted to announce the appointment of Fran Collins as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) with effect…

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Cowes Harbour Services is the new division name for the marine services arm of Cowes Harbour Commission (CHC), encompassing moorings,…

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Council takes measures to prevent Lynnbottom queueing

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The Isle of Wight council is taking measures to prevent queueing at Lynnbottom Recycling Centre, in Newport. The slip road,…

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