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Plans for new Coroners’ Court to serve the Island

Press Release Mar 7, 2024

Plans for a new Coroners’ Court for the Island aim to ensure bereaved families have their loved ones’ inquests heard…

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National Empty Homes Week shines light on empty buildings

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With increasing pressure on the demand for housing and meeting those needs, the IW Council is encouraging people to bring…

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Free Easter activity spaces are available for eligible children and young people

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Children and young people will once again be able to enjoy a varied programme of free activities during the upcoming…

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IW Walking Festival launches first walks for Spring 2024

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Celebrating 25 years in 2024, the Isle of Wight Walking Festival has released the first set of walks that can…

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Island Planning Strategy considered by Cabinet next week

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Cabinet will be presented with the draft Island Planning Strategy (IPS) next week (Thursday 14 March). It had been intended…

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Bay Place Plan next steps call for community representatives

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The Bay area Town and Parish councils of Sandown, Shanklin and Lake, in partnership with the Isle of Wight Council,…

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Young people raise money for Island training centre

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The young people at Network Ryde, Ryde Town Council’s Youth Service have successfully raised over £200 for Haylands Farm, a…

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You can help to create a vibrant community garden in Ryde

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Ryde Town Council has announced an exciting new project aimed at providing a serene escape where residents can connect with…

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Island Line to close for vital maintenance for five days

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Island Line services will be replaced by buses between Friday 8 and Tuesday March 12 for a package of maintenance…

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New competition challenges young people to design posters encouraging good behaviour on public transport

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The winner of a new poster competition will see their artwork displayed on buses and trains across the Isle of…

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Bad-mannered seal spits at sea eagle

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A grey seal has been seen spitting a jet of water at a sea eagle, a defensive behaviour that hasn’t…

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Islanders invited to an armed forces open day at St Mary’s Hospital

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Isle of Wight NHS Trust is holding an open day on Tuesday March 12 for armed forces reservists and anyone…

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Mountbatten a finalist in world’s biggest charity film campaign

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A film sharing the stories of people supported by local charity Mountbatten Isle of Wight has been shortlisted to win…

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A muddy rescue from Thorness for two teenagers

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Two teenagers trapped in mud for several hours on a lonely Solent shore led to Cowes RNLI lifeboat contributing to…

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Year 13 students interested in a fashionable and sustainable future take note. Platform One is inviting you to explore the…

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