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Cow loose on Cowleaze — beast seized moo-ment to escape onto reopened Ventnor road
POLICE officers called to the recently reopened road linking Shanklin and Ventnor were not out catching law breakers, but instead a cow which seized the moo-ment to escape from its field. Officers were called to a report of a cow loose on the aptly
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Bembridge drink driver crashed into bus and BMW
AN ISLE of Wight drink driver who crashed into a bus and a BMW after failing to react quickly enough has been banned from the road. Taliesin Tallack, of Dennett Road, Bembridge, appeared before Isle of Wight magistrates on Tuesday, July 23.
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In this week in the Isle of Wight County Press from days gone by
The Isle of Wight County Press has been bringing Islanders the news since 1884. We've delved into our archives. 125 years ago, in July 1899: A terrible disaster occurred in the Solent when the starboard engine on torpedo destroyer HMS Bullfinch
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Cowes Week off to effervescent start as racers enjoyed champagne conditions
THERE were 'champagne' conditions out on The Solent for the opening day of Cowes Week 2024. The classic conditions, with bright sun and a solid sea breeze, helped create some stand-out performances yesterday (Saturday, July 27). They included
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See the special reason why a lighthouse sculpture is on display during Cowes Week
IF YOU happen to be walking along Cowes seafront you may wonder who created a colourful lighthouse sculpture on display for all to see — and the great significance of why it was made. Over this summer, the Southampton Hospitals Charity has been
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Toilet trouble for Red Funnel passengers with ferries axed due to sewage system fault
TOILET troubles have resulted in Red Funnel cancelling two of its sailings. The cross-Solent carrier has cancelled its 12 noon vehicle ferry sailing from Southampton to East Cowes today (Sunday, July 28) and the 1.30pm sailing from East Cowes.
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Islander discus ace Nick will be throwing everything into winning an Olympic medal
ELITE Isle of Wight athlete, discus ace Nick Percy, will be throwing everything he's got into the next fortnight or so in the aim of bringing home an Olympic Games medal. Nick, one of Europe's top discus throwers, arrived in Paris this week having
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Police arrest drink drive woman almost FIVE times the legal limit
POLICE on the Isle of Wight managed to pull over a woman who drove whilst almost five times the drink-drive limit. Officers on patrol on the main Cowes Road heading towards Newport came across the drink-driver last night (Saturday, July 27).
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Chain stores, congestion and graffiti are mainland features you can keep!
After reading an epistle from an irate mainlander I was moved to send the following letter to the editor of The Mainland Press: Sir, My childhood was marked by many happy trips to your larger Island for holidays and family occasions. Since
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I went out on a boat with Wight Dolphins diving group and it was exhilarating!
On Wednesday evening a team of seven divers from Wight Dolphins Sub-Aqua Club went on a dive to explore the wreck the SS Serrana, a 3,677 ton wreck from the First World War which lies just off the Needles. I went out on the boat with them, to find
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Struggle in police cell sees officers assaulted and covered in excrement
TWO police officer were assaulted and left covered in urine and excrement following a struggle in a police station cell. George Swain, of Mary Rose Avenue, Wootton Bridge, appeared before Isle of Wight magistrates via video link on Tuesday, July
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Ryde Pier refurbishment recognised at prestigious industry awards
A contractor, which operates in environmentally testing conditions, has been recognised with an award after refurbishing a popular landmark on the Isle of Wight. Ryde Pier's refurbishment was recognised as the Industrial Category winner at the
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Entertainment and fun for all ages at Cowes Week 'Family Day' on Sunday
Today (Sunday, July 28) is ‘Family Day’ at Cowes Week 2024, promising a mix of entertainment for all ages. There will be free workshops on the Parade, performances, tree climbing in Northwood Park, face painting, cakes and live music. Here’
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Budding firefighters of the future celebrate completing cadet programme
FIRE cadets on the Isle of Wight celebrated the successful conclusion of their training with a special ceremony. The Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service (HIWFRS) held a passing out parade at Sandown Fire Station recently. Family
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Funny, intriguing and inspiring shows wow audiences at Ventnor Fringe
Ventnor Fringe, over its ten day run, always throws up surprises and delights the more you delve into it. This year was no exception, from the treasures on the Book Bus to buskers on the streets, handmade crafts in St Catherine's Church to art
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Community spirit shines as residents give Victorian railings a makeover
More than 45 residents, including the mayor, gathered in Sandown to repaint the historic Victorian beach railings. The team, which also included members from the Sandown and Shanklin Independent Lifeboat crew and beach concessionaires, navigated