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Arrest made after man threatened with knife

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A man has been arrested after threatening another man with a knife in Freshwater Bay. It was reported that, between…

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Which iconic Island landmark could gain Seaside Heritage status?

Press Release Aug 14, 2024

It’s been a favourite for generations, and now an iconic Island landmark could soon be joining the ranks of Blackpool…

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Bembridge Lifeboat Station’s “Open Day”

Press Release Aug 14, 2024

The Bembridge RNLI Lifeboat Station’s “Open Day” promises to be a fascinating and entertaining day out for all the family…

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Six divers qualify with the Wight Dolphins

Press Release Aug 13, 2024

Wight Dolphins British Sub Aqua Club welcomes divers of all abilities, from those who are brand new to the sport…

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The sun shines on the Newchurch Male Voice Choir

Press Release Aug 13, 2024

With the evening sun shining through the stained glass windows of St. Saviours on the Cliff Church in Shanklin on…

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New goalposts have been installed in Newport recreation grounds

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Newport & Carisbrooke Community Council (NCCC) have purchased twelve goals to be enjoyed free of charge throughout the summer holidays.…

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Police appeal following Havenstreet collision

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Police are appealing for witnesses and dash cam footage following a serious collision in Havenstreet. Police were called at 12.44am…

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Appeal for witnesses to Shanklin exposure incident

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The police are appealing for witnesses to an exposure incident which occurred in Shanklin. It was reported to police that…

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Cowes lifeboat attend beached yacht in the Beaulieu River

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A 34-foot yacht that went hard aground in the mud of Beaulieu River led to the launching of Cowes RNLI…

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Morley takes the Nora Championship title

Press Release Aug 10, 2024

Former Isle of Wight captain, Ben Morley, is the new Nora British 500cc Speedway Champion after a night of drama…

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Shoplifter jailed for stealing more than £900 worth of goods from Newport shops

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Raymond Skelly, aged 45, appeared at Isle of Wight Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, August 1, where he pleaded guilty to…

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Island to undergo green roads revolution to help reduce flooding and storm overflows

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The IW Council and Southern Water have agreed a new partnership to transform roads across the Island in an effort…

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Grand Prix tech used as Gills Cliff Road opens on Friday

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Gills Cliff Road in Ventnor is set to re-open on Friday (August 9) following the completion of a major safety…

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Multi-million pound improvement works at Ryde Interchange now complete

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The completion of improvement works at Ryde interchange has been hailed by the council’s leader as “a landmark” day in…

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Bookings now live for accessible viewing platform at Ryde Carnival

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Ryde Carnival are delighted to announce that a wheelchair accessible viewing platform will be available at Eastern Gardens again this…

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Island Line and Ryde Pier set to close for vital maintenance

Press Release Aug 6, 2024

The Island Line will close from Ryde Pier Head to Shanklin between Friday 6 September and Sunday 6 October for…

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