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Nineteenth century Ryde school wall posing "severe safety risk" demolished
A 19th century Ryde school wall posing a "severe safety risk" has been demolished. Applicant Ryde Town Council has sought listed building consent for the removal of the masonry wall of Vectis Hall, a Grade II listed building first built in 1812
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Could Burger King be coming to Ryde?
Burger King is remaining tight-lipped on rumours it is planning to open a drive through at Tesco Extra in Ryde on the Isle of Wight. In what would be its second Island branch, the fast food chain is rumoured to be coming to the supermarket, off
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Uninsured drug driver with revoked licence caught during routine police stop
An uninsured Isle of Wight drug driver was caught during a routine stop on Fairlee Road, wherein police discovered her licence had been revoked several months previously. Kirsty Gardner, of Hookes Way, Newport, appeared before Isle of Wight magistrates
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Island fashion evening showcases autumnal tones
An Isle of Wight boutique hosted an autumn fashion show. Dennis HQ Boutique in Shanklin held the sold-out event on Thursday October 3. The fashion show showcased new autumn and winter arrivals, modelled by Pam Moreton, Lyndsay Potten, Georgia
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Grade II-listed Isle of Wight landmark set for auction with £450,000 guide price
AN 18TH century former corn mill — a once important part of the industrial heritage of the Isle of Wight — is to be auctioned off next month. One of the highlights of Clive Emson's seven auctions this year will be the auctioning of West Mill,
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Shanklin offender assaulted and hurled racist abuse at carers
A prolific Isle of Wight offender who hurled racist abuse at, and assaulted, two care workers in Shanklin, has lost his liberty while he awaits sentencing in a higher court. Richard Herbert, of High Street, Shanklin, appeared before Isle of Wight
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Brading crowd braves downpour to protest possible school closure
A crowd braved a downpour by Brading's Bull Ring this morning (Monday) to protest against the potential closure of the town's primary school. Assembling around the corner from Brading CE Primary School, parents, pupils and members of the wider
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Rude awakening for elderly neighbours after car crashes into pensioner's garden
HOUSEHOLDERS — most of them elderly — living in a normally peaceful residential street on the Isle of Wight, were given a rude awakening when a car crashed into a garden. Two boys, aged just 13 and 15, were arrested after the white car being driven
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Brown bear rescue project at Island sanctuary hits fundraising target
A project to bring two rescue bears to the Isle of Wight has reached its fundraising target, in just five months. The Island community has rallied around Wildheart Animal Sanctuary's campaign for Benji and Balu, raising £150,000. It is hoped
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Man charged after 'person slashed with knife' outside pub
A man has been charged in connection with a serious assault outside a popular Isle of Wight pub. Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary was called to Brighstone at 5.22pm on March 24 this year. Police received reports that a man in his 20s
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Island dentist who dedicated career to mouth cancer awareness dies
Tributes are being paid to a well-known and highly respected Isle of Wight dentist, following his death. Dr Philip Lewis owned the Avenue Road Dental Practice in Freshwater and was recently presented with an MBE, in recognition of services to oral
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Family-fun fireworks event coming to Robin Hill (how to get tickets)
A popular family-fun firework event on the Isle of Wight, in aid of charity, returns next month - at a new location. Robin Hill is playing host to Fireworks with Mountbatten on November 9. Supported by the Isle of Wight Festival and IW Radio
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More than 100,000 take up free Covid vaccine across Hampshire and Isle of Wight
More than 100,000 people in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight have received a free Covid-19 vaccine in the first week of the autumn campaign. Launched last week, the campaign aims to keep winter illnesses at bay. The NHS has urged people to book
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Two Island teenagers arrested after car crashes into garden
TWO teenage boys from the Isle of Wight have been arrested after a car crashed into a garden in Freshwater. As reported by the County Press, police were called to a single vehicle accident in Princes Road, Freshwater, at 5.59am this morning (
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Take care on the roads — thick fog across Island coastal and hilly areas
DRIVERS need to be aware of hazardous patches of thick fog in coastal and hilly areas of the Isle of Wight. The fog, according to a weather map produced by the Isle of Wight Met Service, shows fog and mist around most coastal areas, but at its
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Police called to attend accident — car flipped on its side in wet weather
POLICE have been called to a road traffic accident in which a car flipped onto its side on the Isle of Wight this morning (Monday, October 14). Officers were called out to the single vehicle incident on Princes Road, Freshwater, at 5.59am.
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Popular vegan cafe announces with “immeasurable sadness” it will close
A popular Isle of Wight vegan cafe has announced with “immeasurable sadness” that it will close its doors for the final time in the new year. Peach Vegan Kitchen and Zero Waste Store will close after nearly six years of business on St James’ Street
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Island drink driver caught after argument with girlfriend
AN ISLE of Wight drink driver caught after police were called following an argument with his girlfriend has been banned from the road. Elvis Jele, of Leighwood Close, Ryde, appeared before Isle of Wight magistrates on Tuesday, October 8. The
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Isle of Wight Girlguiding members honoured at national event
Girlguiding members from the Isle of Wight have been honoured at a national event. The Girlguiding Celebrates event, held last month at the Odeon Luxe, Leicester Square, recognised members who have made a significant impact in their communities
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Isle of Wight charity concert raises funds for church restoration
An Isle of Wight charity concert has raised £850. The event took place at Holy Trinity Church, Bembridge, on October 5. The Phoenix Choir performed in aid of the church's Stonework Restoration Appeal and the installation of a kitchenette.
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Main road out of Cowes closed for roadwork project from today
A main Isle of Wight road has been closed today (Monday, October 14) to allow for improvement works. Place Road in Cowes, a major route out of the town, including for Red Jet travel, will be closed at all times for the duration of the work.
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Convoy of vintage tractors tour 30-mile East Wight route for charity PHOTOS
A convoy of Isle of Wight tractors travelled a 30-mile route in East Wight yesterday (Sunday, October 13), raising money for charity. See photos above and video below! Vectis Vintage Tractor and Engine Club held their charity tractor drive
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Isle of Wight nursing home recognised for 'outstanding' care with national award
A CARE home on the Isle of Wight has been recognised for its 'outstanding' end-of-life care. Solent Grange Nursing Home, in Wootton Bridge, has been awarded the Gold Standards Framework (GSF) Care Homes Accreditation Quality Hallmark Award.
