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End of an era — Colwell Common tree falls victim to storm
A TREE, which has taken centre stage on Colwell Common for generations, is the latest victim of Storm Ciara. The tree, part of the willow family, suffered damage during the recent storm. Totland parish clerk, Helen Gibbs, said: "Sadly, Storm Ciara
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Isle of Wight Council special education provisions praised by government
A JUNIOR government minister has praised Isle of Wight public servants for their success in the special education needs and disabilities (SEND) provision. Steve Crocker, Isle of Wight Council director of children's services, Tracy Sanders, local
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Shanklin's Josh is winner after photo finish — thanks to little egret
AN AMATEUR photographer from the Isle of Wight scooped a prize in a competition designed to raise awareness of protected winter birds. Josh Thomas from Shanklin was recognised despite stiff competition, for his eye-catching snap of a little
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Met Service warns of further 'unsettled weather' following storms Ciara and Dennis
THE Met Office has warned of further bad weather following storms Ciara and Dennis. Forecasters have told Islanders to expect more high winds and heavy rain, though not as bad as before, throughout the coming weekend. Flood and wind
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Bird boxes and insect hotels – Fishbourne terminal goes green
WIGHTLINK'S Fishbourne terminal just got a whole lot greener. Work has begun to create a host of ecologically friendly features, such as bird and bat boxes and insect hotels, as well as a planting programme to introduce shrubs with ecological
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Isle of Wight Council launches survey to gauge opinion on allowing dogs in public spaces
THE ISLE of Wight Council has launched a survey ahead of a series of proposed orders that could see dogs excluded from some public spaces. Councillors have today (Wednesday) put their plans out for public consultation in the form of an online
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Family gathers together for Joan's 100th birthday
A WOMAN who succumbed to the lure of the IW more than 40 years ago has already started celebrating her 100th birthday. Joan Ede was born on February 23, 1920, in Weybridge, Surrey, growing up alongside siblings, Elizabeth and Pam, 90.
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Middle Road reopens after extensive roadworks
ISLAND Roads has comfirmed that the Middle Road has now reopened following extensive roadworks. A spokesperson for Island Roads said: "The Middle Road between Calbourne and Newport at Apesdown Cuttings is now open. "Thank you for your patience during
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PICTURES: Isle of Wight schools reach finals of Dance Live! competition
PUPILS from several Isle of Wight schools travelled to Portsmouth for a dance competition — competing against 39 schools and colleges from across the South. More than 2,000 children were involved in the heats of exciting new dance event, Dance
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Spitfire trio and 100 vintage aircraft to fly over the Island for the first Mary Ellis Day
ONE-HUNDRED vintage aircraft will take to the skies over the Isle of Wight in May — to celebrate the life of Second World War pilot Mary Ellis — who died in 2018. The planes will be taking off in one-minute intervals, surrounding the Island, while
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Sport Relief is back — find out how to get involved
THE Isle of Wight is being urged to get its kit off — and something more sporty on — for Sport Relief. Residents are being encouraged to slip into something sporty — to raise money and awareness for issues such as homelessness, domestic
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Watchdog slams Prison Service for not reducing HMP Isle of Wight overcrowding
A WATCHDOG has slammed HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) for not listening to recommendations — to reduce overcrowding and provide access to toilets overnight — at HMP Isle of Wight. Peter Clarke, HM Chief Inspector of Prisons, found guidance
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Isle of Wight's Jojo celebrates 100th birthday in style
A TOP London fashion buyer who travelled the world has celebrated her 100th birthday with a special ride on a tuk tuk. Jojo Eldridge-Quick was taken in style to a party for family and friends at the Royal Solent Yacht Club on Saturday.
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Bembridge coastguard probes beaches over fears of palm oil
BEMBRIDGE Coastguard Rescue Team was called to investigate reports of palm oil in Ryde this morning (Wednesday). At 6.28am, the coastguard team arrived at the scene, after palm oil was reported washed ashore at Puckpool Beach. A search was
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Yarmouth's new town crier starts tenure with Valentine's Day flowers
NEWLY appointed Yarmouth town crier, Steve King, started his tenure by giving out red roses to ladies on Valentine's Day. Steve, 75, formerly the Ryde town crier, has taken on the role in the West Wight and is just one of two town criers on
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Apollo Theatre triumphs with story of hanged woman Ruth Ellis
The Thrill Of Love by Amanda Whittington made for magnificent viewing at the Apollo Theatre. It followed the case of Ruth Ellis, the last woman to be hanged in Britain, and showcased her motivation and the events that led to her death. The cast
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Grant gets Isle of Wight charity on its bike
ISLE of Wight charity, Isle Access, has received an £18,703 grant from the Postcode Community Trust — a trust funded entirely by players of People’s Postcode Lottery. Jan Brookes, CEO of Isle Access, said: “This generous grant will give a great boost
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Driver who crashed car into ditch and fled scene admits failure to report collision
A DRIVER ran away after he smashed into a telephone pole when he came off the road. Matthew Newton, 35, appeared in the dock at the Isle of Wight Magistrates' Court on Friday where he pleaded guilty to counts of failing to stop and failure to report