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Cassidy sends a heartfelt thank you!

Carole Dennett Feb 20, 2024

Generous Islanders have certainly brought a smile to the face of 19-year-old Cassidy Ley, who has been told by doctors…

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Island research and development facility for pain relief all set to become reality

Isle of Wight Observer Aug 8, 2020

A local farmer who harvests an unusual crop is celebrating meeting all criteria set by the Home Office to move…

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Students at Cowes Enterprise College showcase creative talent

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Students at Cowes Enterprise College have put together videos to showcase all the amazing creative projects that have taken place…

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Hovertravel pilot proud to be a keyworker

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Steve Attrill, Head of Marine Operations and pilot at Hovertravel, is the first of nine individuals to feature in Maritime…

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Call for volunteers as Mountbatten shops reopen

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 7, 2020

As Mountbatten reopens its shops across the Isle of Wight, the charity is putting out a call for volunteers who…

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Island community music project gives birthday thanks to #NHSAngels

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Students from Platform One College of Music on the Isle of Wight have recorded a charity song in lockdown to…

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Safety first as Wightlink journeys increase

Isle of Wight Observer Jun 21, 2020

Wightlink has produced a short film showing the steps it is taking to ensure travel is as safe as possible…

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Wightlink adds sailings as freight demand increases

Isle of Wight Observer Jun 2, 2020

A small number of additional early morning sailings have been reintroduced by Wightlink to meet an increased demand in freight…

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Island Roads thanked for Mountbatten message

Isle of Wight Observer May 20, 2020

Staff and volunteers at @Mountbatten will get a daily reminder of how much the Island appreciates the work they are…

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Isle of Wight is leading the way with new technology

Isle of Wight Observer May 14, 2020

Medical supplies delivered by UAV and new tracing app is helping improve health care on the Island

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The Island marks VE Day 75

Carole Dennett May 8, 2020

Community Groups from across the Island have come together, remotely, to put together a film celebrating, and commemorating, the 75th…

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VE Day 75 – the story of a true hero

Carole Dennett May 8, 2020

Please share this post on VE Day 75 as a tribute to an Island hero.

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VIDEO: Wightlink reminds visitors to stay at home

Isle of Wight Observer May 7, 2020

VIDEO: A personal message from Wightlink’s Chief Executive, Keith Greenfield

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Horns sounding and clapping for carers

Isle of Wight Observer Apr 24, 2020

A fleet of lorries from Island-based George Jenkins Transport paraded past St Mary’s Hospital last evening (Thurs) as part of…

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‘Heated and Vocal’ meeting held at All Saints Primary

Isle of Wight Observer Mar 16, 2019

Over 100 villagers attended a vocal and heated meeting at All Saints Primary School in the West Wight on Wednesday…

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Jack up your summer with a triple serving of 80’s Party-bands

Isle of Wight Observer Mar 16, 2019

Jack Up The Summer is renowned for being one big Summer party and for anyone who lived through the 80’s…

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