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Appley Tower restoration throws up fascinating historical discoveries
Volunteers have been exploring Appley Tower's history as part of its restoration project. Their findings, documented in a research report by Ken Dueck, are being shared in exhibitions at Brading Roman Villa until May 29 and Ryde Library from June
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Former Poundstretcher store in Newport to go under the hammer
The former Poundstretcher store in Newport, Isle of Wight, is to go up for auction. The popular High Street shop closed in 2020. Now, the freehold town centre building at 95 High Street, Newport, is for sale with a guide price of £300,000 to
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Crowds enjoy sunshine and music at busy Ticket to Ryde
Ticket to Ryde proved popular today, as crowds descended on Ryde Esplanade for the free event. The feel-good extravaganza promises a bumper weekend of live music, local traders, food stalls, children’s activities and more. Scroll through the
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'Let it go, I’ll have you' threat as shoplifter assaults Iceland store manager
AN ISLE of Wight man on benefits assaulted an Iceland store manager after stuffing chicken and cider into a bag and being challenged. David Berridge, of Culver Parade, Sandown, appeared before Isle of Wight magistrates on Friday, May 17. At
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Ventnor takeaway a decent equivalent to fast-food giants says Matt and Cat
Meat sandwiches never go out of favour, do they? Whether it's ground beef or finger lickin' chicken, people love Burger King, KFC and, of course, the world's most pervasive fast-food restaurant, McDonald's. Although not technically a burger
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Isle of Wight punk band The Pill added to Isle of Wight Festival line-up
Isle of Wight punk band, The Pill, have been added to the line-up for the Isle of Wight Festival, which will take over Seaclose Park in less than a month’s time. Performing on the River Stage at 4pm on Saturday, June 22, the band have had success
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Festival promoter John Giddings' top tips ahead of big weekend
IN JUST four weeks, the Isle of Wight Festival returns to Seaclose Park, and the County Press has been speaking to promoter, John Giddings, ahead of the big weekend. On June 20, the gates will open for 2024, boasting an enviable line-up including
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Brading Roman Villa Trust welcomes eight new trustees
Brading Roman Villa Trust has announced the appointment of eight new trustees, to boost the board's expertise. The new trustees include recently retired lawyer and insurance specialist Stephen Bailey. An Island resident passionate about sailing
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See which Island seaside town is one of UK's most expensive places to buy property
A SEASIDE town on the Isle of Wight is in the top 20 of most expensive seaside places to live in the UK, according to new research. According to property experts, GetAgent, data for more than 200 coastal locations has revealed Yarmouth is the 19th
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Can you give 'very sweet' dog Bandit his forever home?
RSPCA Isle of Wight has a beautiful mixed breed dog eager to find his forever home. Bandit, a Labrador-German-Shepherd-cross, is just eight months old and came to the centre through no fault of his own. He’s been at the centre for more than
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Mural proudly adorns East Cowes wall in honour of RNLI
A mural is adorning a wall in East Cowes, in honour of the RNLI. The RNLI mural was painted by artist Daev Walsh in recognition of 200 years of the RNLI, and was completed yesterday (Friday, May 24). It is to celebrate the lifeboat building
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Motorcycle crash on main Ventnor road
Three ambulances are in attendance following a motorcycle crash in Ventnor. The accident, involving a car and one motorcycle, happened outside the bowling club on Mitchell Avenue just before 1.30pm. Traffic is slow, while the Isle of Wight
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Pedestrian injured in four car crash in Ryde town centre
5:41pm The roads are still closed around the area of the crash.
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Ambulance and police at incident in Ryde town centre
An incident in Ryde town centre is being attended to by emergency services this morning. The Isle of Wight Ambulance Service and Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary are at the scene on Cross Street, eyewitnesses have told the County Press.
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Labour hopeful outlines his plans and offers himself up for a cuppa with voters
Labour Party hopeful for Isle of Wight West, Richard Quigley, is offering to pop into voters' homes for a cuppa, as part of his General Election campaign. The Isle of Wight Labour Party wants to bring the discussion to voters, over "Tea with Rich
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Visit from trade minister kicks off Conservative hopeful's election campaign
Joe Robertson, the Conservative candidate for Isle of Wight East in the forthcoming General Election, kickstarted his campaign to become an MP with a visit from a government minister. Trade Minister Greg Hands MP visited Joe in Ventnor yesterday
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General election: Why we publish political adverts
In the run-up to the general election on July 4, you may see advertising from political candidates and political parties who wish to use our news title to communicate their messages to our local communities. As a multimedia publisher, and the biggest
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Fine for woman who hit man over head with pint after he 'glassed' her father at pub
A mother-of-two who attacked a man outside a popular Isle of Wight pub, twice striking him over the head with a pint glass in her hand after he glassed her father and caused his head to bleed, has been sentenced. Yvonne Jupe, of Clarence Road,
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Gallybaggers back for Chillerton and Gatcombe Scarecrow Festival TODAY
The ‘Gallybaggers’ are making their triumphant return for this year’s edition of the Chillerton and Gatcombe Scarecrow Festival – and they look as creative as ever! Here, we have photos of some of the many offerings that will be on display from
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Popular Island seaside week-long event gets underway TODAY
An Isle of Wight lifeboat station will be the focus of a week-long programme of fun and educational activities starting today (Saturday, May 25). Bembridge Lifeboat Station’s popular annual ‘Yellow Welly Week’ free event has returned for the May
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Yarmouth's Taittinger Regatta is open for entries
Yarmouth's Taittinger Royal Solent Yacht Club Regatta returns, between Friday, July 12 and Sunday, July 14. Organisers say there will be racing and a busy and varied schedule of onshore social events. On shore events will include the Champagne
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Accessibility didn't stop me but it's time for entertainment to be open to all
It may not surprise you to learn that I remain both a huge fan and supporter of live entertainment. Whether it’s a mainstream, household name bringing their award-winning live show to either Medina Theatre or Shanklin, or a band showcasing new
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Road closures around the Island for the week ahead
WHEN you are out and about around the Isle of Wight this coming week, be sure to know which roadworks to avoid. Here are some of them worth noting: FRESHWATER: Queens Road will shut during carriageway CCTV survey works, between its junctions with