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East Cowes Town Hall closed due to Coronavirus

IW Galleries Mar 17, 2020

East Cowes Town Council have agreed that in view of government advice and, as a duty of care to the…

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Changes to hospital visiting in response to COVID-19

IW Galleries Mar 17, 2020

Isle of Wight NHS Trust has announced restrictions to visiting for all of its services in response to COVID-19. The…

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Sandown Town Council close Broadway Centre

IW Galleries Mar 17, 2020

Members of Sandown Town Council have taken the decision to close the Broadway Centre, with immediate effect, following the announcements…

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£4 Million bathing water programme in Shanklin now complete

IW Galleries Mar 17, 2020

An innovative 18-month programme by Southern Water to enhance and protect bathing water in Shanklin has come to fruition with…

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Footprint Trust issue guidance for energy during Coronavirus

IW Galleries Mar 17, 2020

The Island’s Footprint Trust has issued some helpful guidance on energy supply during the current coronavirus pandemic. The Trust’s General…

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MP seeking reassurance over Coronavirus plans

IW Galleries Mar 17, 2020

Reacting to his constituents’ concerns and ever-evolving government advice, MP Bob Seely has sought reassurance from the government, IW public…

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Thumbs up for the Island’s coastal waters

IW Galleries Mar 17, 2020

Bathing waters around the Isle of Wight have been given a big thumbs up in this year’s Solent Water Quality…

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Walk the Wight postponed due to Coronavirus fears

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Due to the ongoing and ever-changing situation regarding the coronavirus (COVID-19), Mountbatten is now urging supporters to “Walk the Wight…

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Cash boost for Island schools confirmed in letter to Island MP

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Island MP Bob Seely has received written confirmation that Island schools will receive a significant increase in funding for pupils…

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Alzheimer cafes decide to close

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The Isle of Wight’s Alzheimer Cafes have put a temporary halt to their cafes and meetings. The decision has been…

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Statement from Bob Seely MP on Coronavirus

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MP Bob Seely said: “As we move into the ‘delay’ phase of the response to coronavirus, it’s important for all…

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Appeal for dashcam footage following Newchurch burglary

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Were you driving along Harbors Lake Lane in Newchurch between 9.30 am and 5.30 pm on Saturday 14 March? Did…

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New trials planned to test drone deliveries of medical supplies from IOW

IW Galleries Mar 16, 2020

The Isle of Wight is to feature in a new government trial looking at the use of drones as a…

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St. Patrick’s marks 2nd anniversary for Irish dancers

IW Galleries Mar 16, 2020

13 twinkle-toed dancers from the Roisin Mullins Dance Academy, took to the floor at Newport’s Quay Arts, to mark St.…

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Network Ryde’s Anti-Bullying poster competition

IW Galleries Mar 16, 2020

Young people and their parents came together on Tuesday evening at Network Ryde, Ryde Town Council’s Youth Service (10.03.2020) to…

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Hunt is on for dragon eggs with English Heritage this Easter

IW Galleries Mar 16, 2020

Embark on an egg hunt with a difference at Carisbrooke Castle and Osborne House this Easter. Hunt for dragon eggs…

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