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How to get published: an Evening with Louise Voss

IW Observer.co.uk May 21, 2022

Author Louise Voss will be sharing her 20-years experience as a published author at Medina Bookshop in Cowes with an…

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The Queen’s Beasts

IW Observer.co.uk May 21, 2022

As the anniversary of The Queen’s 70 years on the throne approaches, excitement is growing for the 270 volunteers that…

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Peer review outlines key findings and recommendations

IW Observer.co.uk May 21, 2022

An independent review of the Isle of Wight Council’s planning department has outlined its main findings and recommendations ahead of…

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Get someone who cares for our countryside recognised

IW Observer.co.uk May 21, 2022

There are just days left to nominate your favourite rural business or young person living in, working in or making…

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Riverfest draws the crowds

IW Observer.co.uk May 20, 2022

Fantastic sunny weather ensured thousands of people flocked to Newport Quay on Saturday for the free Riverfest festival. There were…

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New primate rescue facility at Wildheart Animal Sanctuary

IW Observer.co.uk May 20, 2022

The Wildheart Animal Sanctuary in Sandown will be opening a first-of-its-kind primate rescue facility on Saturday, May 28. This newly-designed…

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Newport Jazz Club returns

IW Observer.co.uk May 20, 2022

Newport Jazz Club is pleased to announce their return this Sunday at the Apollo Theatre in Newport. They will be…

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Unlikely alliances at council meeting

IW Observer.co.uk May 20, 2022

Gifts of cake were not enough to sweeten the atmosphere at Wednesday evening’s bad-tempered annual meeting of the Isle of…

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Bids invited for Adult Community Learning grants

IW Observer.co.uk May 20, 2022

Voluntary and community organisations providing education and learning opportunities for adults on the Island can now bid for grant funding…

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South Island Sevens arrive on Saturday

IW Observer.co.uk May 20, 2022

The South Island Sevens international tournament arrives with a bang at Watcombe Bottom tomorrow (Saturday). Gates open at 10am and…

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Free one hour parking set to launch in Newport

IW Observer.co.uk May 19, 2022

Free one hour parking is set to launch in Newport next week as part of an initial six-month trial to…

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Newport’s Jubilee celebrations to transform the town

IW Observer.co.uk May 19, 2022

Businesses, volunteers and local organisations are coming together to celebrate Her Majesty’s historic reign in the Island’s county town. In…

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Laptop appeal to help Ukrainian refugee families stay connected

IW Observer.co.uk May 18, 2022

An Island charity is appealing for second-hand laptops to help Ukrainian refugees stay connected. ‘Laptops for Ukraine’ is being coordinated…

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Shanklin secures season showdown

IW Observer.co.uk May 18, 2022

Shanklin 2 v Whitecroft & Barton 1 Shanklin’s injury time winner, against league leaders Whitecroft & Barton, ensures this season’s…

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Shanklin reach third cup final of 2021/22

IW Observer.co.uk May 18, 2022

Bembridge 2 v Shanklin 5 Shanklin have reached their third cup final of the season, winning 5-2 away at Steyne…

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Two new additions to the Donkey Sanctuary

IW Observer.co.uk May 18, 2022

The Donkey Sanctuary in Wroxall has welcomed two new donkeys, Hannah and Hazel. Rehomed locally from Whitwell, they were loved…

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