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Town council agrees old bank plan as Ryde precept from April is decided
An Isle of Wight town council will charge its residents around £10 more a year. Last night the authority agreed to increase the amount of council tax it gets from residents by 7.4 per cent. It means a taxpayer living in a Band C property in
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“No safety issue” says Southern Vectis after double-decker incident
The main road into Ryde was briefly closed this lunchtime (Tuesday, February 6) after Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service (HIWFRS) were called to a double-decker bus. Motorists faced traffic disruption on Elenors Grove, between
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'Do not approach' warning for wanted man who could be on the Island
A 'do not approach' warning has been issued for a wanted man who could be on the Isle of Wight. Thames Valley Police (TVP) are appealing for information to find Edward Parker. The force said he failed to return from day release to HMP Springhill
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Search operation underway after emergency response to South Wight
A search and rescue operation remains ongoing after an emergency response to South Wight this afternoon (Tuesday, February 6). HM Coastguard has been responding to reports of a person possibly in difficulty in the water in the St Catherine's Point
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Church Litten sex offender faces judge after breaching order
A SEXUAL predator who abducted a woman at an Isle of Wight park has appeared again before a crown court judge to learn his fate after flouting a court order. Ian Willett, of no fixed address, had been released from prison on licence on January
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Swimmers' enthusiasm makes for exciting Marlins meeting
THE 23rd annual Isle of Wight Marlins Masters Open Swim Meet got the crowd excited with some great races at The Heights Leisure Centre, Sandown, on Saturday. Swimmers from various masters clubs from the Island and across the south came together
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Arrest warrant out on woman accused of attacking and injuring man in Newport
MAGISTRATES have issued a warrant for the arrest of an Isle of Wight woman accused of a serious assault against a man, which caused injury. Island magistrates ordered the issue of a warrant without bail on Verity Lloyd, of West Street, Ryde, this
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Death notices and funeral announcements in the Isle of Wight County Press
The Isle of Wight County Press published 39 death notices last week. Every week, the Isle of Wight County Press publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have died. As well as appearing in print,
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Find out which wall could host new Island history mural (and get a sneak peek)
An eye-catching mural, celebrating the Isle of Wight's historical industrial innovations and iconic wildlife, could be added at a gateway to the Island. Plans have been unveiled for a two-part mural to be painted onto the side of the Columbine
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By-election in Ryde after disgraced councillor's resignation
A town councillor has resigned on the Isle of Wight after admitting to drink driving. Tom Hanley, of Ryde Town Council, appeared at the Isle of Wight Magistrates' Court on January 16. The 62-year-old admitted to drink driving following an incident
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Delays after static caravan collides with lamppost and blocks High Street PHOTOS
Motorists are facing heavy traffic disruption in the centre of Ryde this afternoon (Tuesday, February 6). A convoy of static caravans were being transported through the High Street and onto Garfield Road at around 2pm. A witness told the County
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Here's why firefighters were called to a bus on a main road near Binstead
Delays are expected on a main Isle of Wight road between Ryde and Fishbourne this lunchtime (Tuesday, February 6), after Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue crews were called out. UPDATE: “No safety issue” says Southern Vectis
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Here's what council cost cutting could mean for your child's school transport
Some Isle of Wight parents could soon have to pay more to send their children to school while others could have their entitlement to transport taken away, as the council looks to save money. As costs continue to rise, the Isle of Wight Council
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Award-winning chef's iconic Newport restaurant to close with new venture teased
An iconic Isle of Wight restaurant owned by award-winning chef Robert Thompson will close its doors next weekend, but a new, exciting venture has been teased. Thompson's, on Town Lane, opened in 2015 as a contemporary open-kitchen restaurant, offering
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Island weather LIVE blog as strong winds hit travel services
9:24pm Due to adverse weather conditions in the Solent,it has been necessary to suspend our Hi-Speed service.
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Isle of Wight move up to third after win in Dorset
IN THEIR first-ever visit to Christchurch, Isle of Wight clinched a victory — one which has hoisted them into the top three again. CHRISTCHURCH 16, ISLE OF WIGHT 24 Despite the hosts' strong start, Island centre pair Sam McQueen and Harri Jones-Evans
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"She's not a volunteer, she's family!" Island volunteer receives national award
A volunteer who has worked for an Isle of Wight charity for over 25 years has received a national award in recognition of her dedication. Margaret Rylands has volunteered with Home-Start on the Island, supporting families in their homes, since
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Abi gives the Eagles wings in comfortable win in promotion charge
THE Wight Eagles Ladies continued their rich vein of form with a comfortable win over Burseldon Ladies — a victory which leave them in fourth but well in touch with the sides above them. WIGHT EAGLES LADIES 3, BURSELDON LADIES 0 The Islanders
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Road ban for uninsured drug driver who took cocaine for 'Dutch courage'
AN ISLE of Wight woman caught almost five times over the drug driving limit for cocaine has been banned from the road. Charlotte Gayle, of Princes Street, Cowes, appeared before Isle of Wight magistrates on Friday, February 2. At a previous
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Can favourites Port tackle winless New Milton in Wessex League tonight?
Isle of Wight football club Newport will be overwhelming favourites in tonight’s (Tuesday, February 6) Wessex League Division One fixture despite travelling away from home. Port will face winless New Milton Town, with three points taking the Islanders
