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The Osmonds cancel Shanklin Theatre performance

Isle of Wight Observer Dec 17, 2018

Following the tragic death of Merrill Osmond’s son Troy, the Osmonds cancelled their Isle of Wight performance, which was to…

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Ancient Woodlands to transform into Chinese New Year Festival

Isle of Wight Observer Dec 12, 2018

One of Britain’s biggest Chinese New Year festivals launches at Robin Hill Country Park’s ancient island woodlands As darkness falls,…

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All welcome to Christmas carol service with Mountbatten

Isle of Wight Observer Dec 10, 2018

All are welcome to join with Mountbatten for a Christmas carol service, with readings by candlelight, later this month. From…

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Hundreds Light up a Life to remember loved ones

Isle of Wight Observer Dec 7, 2018

Around 400 people attended a special Light up a Life service to remember their loved ones at Mountbatten on Sunday…

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NHS Trust to hold Christmas Carol Service

Isle of Wight Observer Dec 7, 2018

Patients, staff, volunteers and visitors are invited to attend an evening of Christmas carols at St. Mary’s Hospital, in the…

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Celebrate Island heritage for free this Christmas

Isle of Wight Observer Dec 5, 2018

The Museum of Island History at Newport Guildhall will be opening free of charge on Saturday 8 December, between 10am…

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Teaching staff celebrated at awards night

Isle of Wight Observer Dec 5, 2018

The efforts of hard-working school staff have been celebrated at a new awards ceremony. Teachers, support staff and other school…

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Island Climate Coalition plans lantern parade for Newport

Isle of Wight Observer Dec 1, 2018

The Island Climate Coalition is planning a lantern parade in Newport on Thursday (December 13) to highlight the global ‘Planetary…

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Riverside to host community safety partnership meeting

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 29, 2018

Do you have a question about crime and safety in your local area? If so, make a date in your…

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Armed Forces Covenant event hailed a success

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 28, 2018

A highly successful event has taken place aimed at encouraging organisations and businesses to sign up to the Armed Forces…

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Inaugural Martin Poynter Cup to honour Firefighter

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 23, 2018

Ventnor RFC has announced the Inaugural Martin Poynter Cup in memory of a popular firefighter who passed away at the…

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Youth Trust welcomes new patron at 10th annual gala dinner

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 21, 2018

Last Saturday, 17th November, the Isle of Wight Youth Trust celebrated its 10th Annual Gala Dinner with a special event…

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Coding training championed at digital conference

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 20, 2018

Young people on the Isle of Wight will have the opportunity to study higher level qualifications in digital technology. The…

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Registration opens for Santa Dash with Mountbatten

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 20, 2018

It’s the most wonderful time of the year again and there is no better way to start the festive season,…

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New attractions for Ventnorville

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 14, 2018

Ventnorville, Ventnor’s own annual Christmas town event, is celebrating its fifth birthday this year, by adding an extra day –…

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Another Sky heads for Strings Bar & Venue

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 13, 2018

The Isle of Wight has been added to Another Sky’s February 2019 tour – and for guitarist Jack Gilbert, who…

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