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Emotional reunion as mum thanks firefighters for life saving care after daughter’s seizure

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A mother has thanked firefighters who came to her aid when her one year old daughter was struggling to breath,…

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Ewan’s wish to meet YouTubers Slogo and Jelly kicks off Make-A-Wish gaming campaign

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Through their campaign, Wish 200 Week, the charity Make-A-Wish UK is bringing together gamers, content creators and the games industry…

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A new on-line portal aims to provide teachers and support staff with a wide range of resources and e-training opportunities…

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Calling tree loving citizens who are interested in becoming a tree warden

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The IW Red Squirrel Forum with the IW Council and Parish Councils are looking into the possibility of recruiting and…

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Cowes RNLI Lifeboat aids fire-damaged motor cruiser

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A fire aboard a 35 foot motor cruiser with a man and a woman aboard led to a cross Solent…

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Island dancers bring home medals for England following prestigious competition 

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Five young dancers from the Island have brought home gold, silver and bronze medals after they joined Team England in…

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Isle of Wight Pride returns to Ryde beach this weekend

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This Saturday, IW Pride celebrates a return to the beach with a weekend of entertainment, community village and to start…

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The Island’s new Youth Hub, a ‘one-stop-shop’ for employment skills support

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A new youth hub in Newport, delivered through a partnership between the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and the…

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Gills Cliff Road is set to reopen on August 9

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Work to make safe Gills Cliff Road in Ventnor is progressing well with the section set to be re-opened to…

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Northwood Cemetery awarded coveted Green Flag Award

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The Friends of Northwood Cemetery are today (Wednesday) celebrating after being awarded a coveted Green Flag Award. The accolade is…

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Small steps, big difference this Plastic Free July

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Residents are being encouraged to take small steps to make a big difference this Plastic Free July. The Isle of…

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Record turnout at the Vernon Square Summer Party

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With the weather firmly on its side, the annual Summer Party in Vernon Square, Ryde attracted around 200 attendees, generating…

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More accolades awarded to Calbourne Classics at County Show

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The Royal Isle of Wight County Show is a key event in the agricultural calendar. Calbourne Classics are always excited…

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Leeson Road has opened for the summer holidays

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Leeson Road is set to re-open for the summer holidays. The decision follows assessment of recent data supplied by increased…

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Emmie is first member to earn Brownies’ Golden Award

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Emmie Archer has become the first member of 4th Sandown Brownies to gain the Brownies’ Golden Award. She has been…

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Island’s famous Roman mosaic inspires a Regatta hat

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The 1,700-year old image of a cockerel-headed man discovered at Brading Roman Villa will be the theme of a spectacular…

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