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Island roots of a Hollywood leader

Mal Butler Mar 2, 2026

Some of the biggest names in the film industry paid tribute to Dame Donna Langley, who was presented with the…

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Dubbers roll out in style

Mal Butler Mar 1, 2026

More than 40 VW vans took part in a drive-out, from Seaclose, in Newport, to Fort Victoria, last Sunday. The…

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Royal Mail delays hit Isle of Wight as post arrives late

Mal Butler Feb 23, 2026

The postal delivery system has been criticised after a spate of late deliveries across the Island. Readers have contacted the…

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Ryde annual pancake contest raises funds for local foodbanks

Mal Butler Feb 19, 2026

The annual pancake competition, to raise money for Ryde foodbanks, was another flipping success at Pickle and Dill on Tuesday.…

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Coat of Hopes visits the Island

Mal Butler Feb 12, 2026

The Coat of Hopes, a patchwork garment which is on a walking pilgrimage across the UK, arrived in Ryde for…

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Yarmouth Pancake Day

Mal Butler Feb 12, 2026

A record 400 pupils took part in the annual Yarmouth Pancake Races in drizzly conditions on Tuesday. The children were…

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Protesters oppose housing in Freshwater

Mal Butler Feb 5, 2026

Around 40 people braved the elements on Sunday, to protest against a proposed 60-home and large retail space in Freshwater.…

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Cowes stays open despite disruption

Mal Butler Jan 31, 2026

Cowes is fighting back as the town battened down the hatches for three more months of traffic chaos which began…

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Men’s support hub to close its doors

Mal Butler Jan 25, 2026

A Ryde men’s mental health group has announced it is closing this week, citing financial difficulties. Rodger & Steve’s Place,…

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‘Keep dogs on leads,’ farmer pleads – again!

Mal Butler Jan 23, 2026

Sheep in lamb on the Quarr Abbey Farm have been chased and frightened by a dog off its lead in…

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Rushed delivery caused a traumatic childbirth

Mal Butler Jan 19, 2026

A Shanklin woman has opened her heart this week on how she was left to suffer in shame for years…

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Another three months of road works

Mal Butler Jan 19, 2026

It’s set to be like the scene of a sequel to a horror film: ‘The Nightmare of Horsebridge Hill, Part…

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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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Record-breaking charity tractor run

Mal Butler Jan 7, 2026

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

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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