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Latest updates on Ventnor's closed landslide-hit roads and esplanade
Leeson Road will remain closed this summer, Isle of Wight residents have discovered, following an update at a public meeting in Ventnor this evening (Tuesday, May 14). Held at St Catherine's Church, the meeting also provided updates on the Eastern
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Future of Ventnor's landslide-hit roads and Eastern Esplanade LIVE
9:32pm Here's everything we know following this evening's public meeting. See here: Latest updates on Ventnor's
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Popular Island hotel receives prestigious award for tenth year running
A popular Isle of Wight hotel has received a top TripAdvisor award for the tenth year running. The Daish’s Hotel, on Shanklin High Street, has been recognised with a TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Award for consistently delivering positive experiences
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MP throws support behind historic town hall refurbishment bid
East Cowes Town Council's bid to restore the town's historic Town Hall has been backed by Isle of Wight MP Bob Seely. The Victorian building, dating back to 1897, urgently needs exterior and roof repairs. The council requested £150,000 from
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Isle of Wight death notices and funeral announcements
The Isle Of Wight County Press published 22 death notices last week. Every week, the County Press publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in print, our death
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Wightlink refutes 'misleading' claims about its ambulance policy
Isle of Wight ferry firm Wightlink insists there has been 'no change' in its procedures allowing ambulances to travel on its ships, amid what it calls 'misleading' claims made on social media. An anonymous post shared in the Wightlink Users' Group
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Carol, 80, completes around the Island walk – despite breaking her toe!
An 80-year-old woman has completed the 70-mile walk around the Isle of Wight coast, even tackling the final 14 miles with a broken toe! Carol Franklin-Adams, who lives in Surrey but owns a holiday home on the Island, set off on her charity walk
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Woman, 18, in court for throwing Dairylea Dunker at support worker's head
An 18-year-old who threw a Dairylea Dunker at a support worker’s head will be sentenced for assault later this month. At the Isle of Wight Magistrates’ Court on Friday, May 10, Lorelei Fisher of East Mead, Shanklin, pleaded guilty to assault by
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Newport school pupils put their "own spin" on Walk the Wight
Students and staff at Medina House School on the Isle of Wight have done their bit for Mountbatten, by putting their "own spin" on the hospice's flagship fundraiser, Walk the Wight. Accompanied by teachers, pupils from the school's two sites, set
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Electric motorbike riders 'speeding and pulling wheelies' near Island play park
Reports of electric motorbikes "dangerously" weaving between cars, driving at speed and pulling wheelies near a popular Isle of Wight beach and play park, has prompted an appeal from police. Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary said it has
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Here's why town centre bank WON'T reopen today as planned
Delays to refurbishment works mean the Isle of Wight's only HSBC bank will not be reopening today (Tuesday) as planned. The bank, on St James' Street, Newport has been closed for 'improvement' since last month (April). It was due to reopen
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Tesco Express cashpoint theft prompts police investigation
An investigation is underway into a £250 cashpoint theft at Tesco Express on the Isle of Wight. Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary said, on March 15, a man in his 60s attempted to withdraw cash from the cashpoint outside the store in Wootton
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Calling all not for profit groups who help young people on the Island
A new fund targeted at 11 to 25 year olds living on the Isle of Wight aims to support young people to grow the skills they need as they move out of education and into employment. The Young Island Lives fund from the Hampshire and Isle of Wight
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Violent drunk punched police officer and then laughed about it
A "violent and aggressive" Isle of Wight woman laughed in the dock as she was sentenced for drunkenly assaulting a police officer who was "just doing their job". Amy Beer, of Newport Road, Cowes appeared at the Isle of Wight Crown Court on Friday
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Restraining order for Island man who harassed ex wife
AN ISLE of Wight man who harassed his estranged wife and shouted at a member of the public, mistaking them for someone else, has been handed a restraining order. Dean Brett, of Priory Drive, Nettlestone, appeared before Isle of Wight magistrates
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Tax investigation uncovered: Your rights and responsibilities
Facing a tax investigation by HMRC can be stressful for anyone paying taxes in the UK. It does not matter whether you're an individual filing a self-assessment tax return or a business owner dealing with corporate taxation; the thought of an HMRC inquiry
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Leeson Road landslide road closure update at meeting TONIGHT
A public will be held today (Tuesday, May 14) to update residents on Ventnor's Eastern Esplanade and Leeson Road closures. Hosted by the Isle of Wight Council, the meeting will take place at St Catherine’s Church from 5pm to 6.30pm. Although
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Late swoop with wonder strike sees Falcons retain Isle of Wight U13s Cup
OAKFIELD U13 Falcons may have missed out on winning the Island League this season, but they created some history by retaining the Isle of Wight U13s Cup after beating Newport in a close final. OAKFIELD FALCONS 2, NEWPORT YOUTH 1 On Friday evening
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Cowes Fringe lines up West End and local stars
Cowes Fringe 2024 offers a wide range of events and acts, from May 23 to 26. One of the big draws is West End and Broadway star Kerry Ellis. Kiss FM founder and DJ Gordon Mac heads to Cowes for an exclusive DJ set at Mark's Shed. Talented
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Ahoy Me Hearties and prepare for Ventnor Pirate Festival
AN exciting new event is being planned for the summer holidays on the Isle of Wight. Ventnor Pirate Festival is set to take place on Saturday, August 17. There will be pirate displays and games from 2pm on the Esplanade. The day will culminate