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Here's why Red Funnel is cancelling several vehicle ferry services next week
DURING the first week of the school summer holidays, Red Funnel will be cancelling a number of sailings due to essential maintenance to one of its fleet. Red Funnel is advising customers of a revised timetable on its East Cowes to Southampton
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Man who wrapped metal dog lead around his fist sentenced
AN ISLE of Wight man who wrapped a metal dog lead around his knuckles and threatened members of the public has been sentenced. Tyler Peters, of Whitepit Lane, Newport, appeared before Isle of Wight magistrates on Friday, July 19. At a previous
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Man accused of forcing way into pre-school and attempting to take his clothes off
A MAN accused of forcing his way into an Isle of Wight pre-school, attempting to strip off his clothes and causing staff to put the facility into security lockdown, will see his case go to trial. Edward Myatt, of St Margaret's Glade, Ventnor, denied
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East Cowes bridal boutique relocates to Northwood House
A bridal boutique is relocating premises from East Cowes to Cowes. 1840 by Wed and Prosper will depart from its Osborne Stables location to establish a ground-floor boutique at Northwood House. 1840 by Wed and Prosper described the move as
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MP seeks government action to solve "expensive and unreliable" ferry services
NEWLY-elected Isle of Wight East MP Joe Robertson has put pen to paper urging the government to address the "considerable problems" with cross-Solent ferry services. The MP has written to the Secretary of State for Transport, raised the issue in
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Events, entertainment and things to do at Cowes Week 2024
There'll be plenty to enjoy when Cowes Week 2024 returns on Saturday (July 27). More than 500 boats, racing in over 30 different classes, are set to take part in the world's longest running regatta. As well as the sailing, usual live music
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Rain did its utmost to stop play and frustrate many Island teams
ON A DAY of a return to unsettled weather, Ventnor faltered on the road again by falling to a three-wicket defeat at Rowledge in Division 1 of the Southern Premier League, on Saturday. Electing to bat first after winning the toss, mid-table Ventnor
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Island swimmer saved by heroic efforts of pool staff
Dedicated staff at 1Leisure Medina on the Isle of Wight have been honoured for their heroic actions in saving the life of a swimmer who suffered a cardiac arrest. Duty manager Terry Hardy and leisure attendant Sean Joyce acted swiftly when they
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Recall alert after Isle of Wight Meat Co biltong products deemed 'unsafe to eat'
An Isle of Wight meat company has recalled several products due to hygiene and legislative concerns, making them 'unsafe to eat', the Food Standards Agency (FSA) has said. The Isle of Wight Meat Co, based out of Cheverton Farm, has recalled four
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Red Funnel cancellations after vehicle ferry suffers 'technical issue'
Two Isle of Wight ferry sailings have been cancelled this morning (Wednesday, July 24) following a 'technical issue'. Cross-Solent operator Red Funnel says a technical issue with its vehicle ferry Red Falcon is the reason for the disruption.
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Woman accused of throwing compost over East Cowes shop
A WOMAN accused of throwing compost over an Isle of Wight shopfront in a racially aggravated act will go before a judge later this year. Jade Clarke, of Llansteffan Road, Johnstown, appeared before Isle of Wight magistrates on Friday, July 19.
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Award-winning musician performs at 23 Isle of Wight primary schools
Isle of Wight music college Platform One took to the road with an award-winning performer, visiting 23 schools. Platform One brought Wight Noize winner Marnie Marie to various schools across the Island, in an initiative aimed to promote the benefits
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Young Island boys climbing Snowdon for Kickboxing club
TWO Isle of Wight boys are set to climb mount Snowdon later this year – to raise money for their kickboxing club. On Saturday, August 24, Ethan and Kobi King are taking on the huge challenge in a bid to raise funds for IOW Panthers. Both boys
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Man harassed ex by bombarding her with calls and sending 'bin liners and rum' gifts
AN ISLE of Wight man harassed his ex-girlfriend, sending her “rum and bin liners” as a gift and calling and messaging her numerous times, a court heard. David Betteley, of West Street, Ryde, appeared before Isle of Wight magistrates on Friday,
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Father and son duo win at 16th annual Tattinger Yacht Club Regatta
The 16th edition of the Taittinger Royal Solent Yacht Club Regatta took place earlier this month. This thrilling event saw 188 boats racing in Yarmouth. The three-day event, from July 12 to 14, showcased intense competition and remarkable racing