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Community Spirited Cafe hosts events to raise awareness of the importance of cancer screening

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Nutritious meals and cancer awareness talks feature during Communities Against Cancer Week
Community Spirited Cafe hosts events to raise awareness of the importance of cancer screening
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November 29, 2025 at 12:31 PM
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Local concerns emerge as former King’s House Bar is approved for residential conversion

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Planning consent granted for conversion of neglected King's House Bar
Local concerns emerge as former King’s House Bar is approved for residential conversion
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November 29, 2025 at 9:54 AM
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Carisbrooke Cast shines with Lovestruck Alley, an original musical performed at Ryde Super Bowl

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Carisbrooke Cast collaborates with Ryde Superbowl for original musical Lovestruck Alley
Carisbrooke Cast shines with Lovestruck Alley, an original musical performed at Ryde Superbowl
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November 29, 2025 at 9:52 AM
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Wildlife Trust calls for public support to protect migratory birds arriving this winter

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Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust urges public to protect migratory birds
Wildlife Trust calls for public support to protect migratory birds arriving this winter
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November 28, 2025 at 3:09 PM
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Wootton Bridge Community Association faces scrutiny for hosting controversial speakers and events

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Charity Commission opens compliance case over alleged political activity at Wootton Bridge centre
Wootton Bridge Community Association faces scrutiny for hosting controversial speakers and events
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November 28, 2025 at 2:14 PM
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Visit Isle of Wight receives gold recognition at Group Travel World for travel initiatives

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Isle of Wight wins gold award at Group Travel World for group travel excellence
Visit Isle of Wight receives gold recognition at Group Travel World for travel initiatives
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November 28, 2025 at 10:39 AM
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The removal of the two-child benefit cap is a significant step towards reducing poverty

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Isle of Wight councillors celebrates decision to remove two-child benefit limit
The removal of the two-child benefit cap is a significant step towards reducing poverty
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November 28, 2025 at 10:31 AM
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Join BBC Radio 3 as it broadcasts live from Quarr Abbey this Sunday

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November 28, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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New spirometry service at St Mary's improves asthma diagnosis and ease of access for children

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New Island-based respiratory diagnostics for children will enhance asthma care
New spirometry service at St Mary's improves asthma diagnosis and ease of access for children
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November 27, 2025 at 6:30 PM
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Will Myles steps down as Managing Director, prompting a pivotal change for Visit Isle of Wight

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Will Myles resigns as Managing Director of Visit Isle of Wight
Will Myles steps down as Managing Director, prompting a pivotal change for Visit Isle of Wight
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November 27, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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The charity walk by Cerys Briscoe and friends aims to support emergency relief in Sudan

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Islanders mobilise support for Sudan's food and medical crisis with 26 mile walk across the Island
The charity walk by Cerys Briscoe and friends aims to support emergency relief in Sudan
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November 27, 2025 at 12:13 PM
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The exhibition takes place from today and runs until Tuesday 2nd December 2025 at The Gallery, Quarr Abbey

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Helen Goodman, Martin Swan, and Melanie Swan exhibit unique art at Quarr Abbey
The exhibition takes place from today and runs until Tuesday 2nd December 2025 at The Gallery, Quarr Abbey
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November 27, 2025 at 11:18 AM
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Join local musicians at Holy Trinity Church for folk performances supporting the nature reserve

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Folk in the Cloisters returns to Bembridge for local nature reserve fundraiser
Join local musicians at Holy Trinity Church for folk performances supporting the nature reserve
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November 27, 2025 at 9:35 AM
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Book now for East Dene's Christmas Extravaganza, featuring handcrafted ceramics, unique jewellery and original artwork, plus Santa's Grotto and even wreath-making workshops

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East Dene Estate welcomes you to their Christmas Extravaganza
Book now for East Dene's The Christmas Extravaganza featuring handcrafted ceramics, unique jewellery and original artwork, plus Santa's Grotto and even wreath-making workshops
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November 26, 2025 at 6:05 PM
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Musicians and collectors are invited to contribute to the upcoming synthesiser exhibition

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Calling all vintage synthesiser enthusiasts to participate in the 2026 exhibition
Musicians and collectors are invited to contribute to the upcoming synthesiser exhibition
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November 26, 2025 at 4:47 PM
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Fundraiser in Newport this Saturday highlights the challenges of living with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome - they'll be live music, a Christmas Quiz and a raffle

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Newport fundraiser to feature live music and Christmas Quiz
Fundraiser in Newport this Saturday highlights the challenges of living with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome
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November 26, 2025 at 2:44 PM
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New development plans aim to enhance East Cowes port and community connections, say Red Funnel

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Red Funnel receives planning approval for East Cowes port redevelopment project
New development plans aim to enhance East Cowes port and community connections, says Red Funnel
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November 26, 2025 at 12:33 PM
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A rare opportunity to see inside Winterbourne, Bonchurch and have Charles Dickens' story brought to life by fantastic puppets. Book your ticket now

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Unique opportunity to see inside the house where Charles Dickens stayed to write David Copperfield: Festive treats and more
A rare opportunity to see inside Winterbourne, Bonchurch and have Charles Dickens' story brought to life by fantastic puppets. Book your ticket now
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November 26, 2025 at 11:45 AM
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It will cost you less than £10 per month and you could win up to £5,000, all while supporting our inshore lifeboat crews

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Join the Lifeboat Lotto for your chance to win whilst supporting our independent lifeboats
It will cost you less than £10 per month and you could win up to £5,000, all while supporting our inshore lifeboat crews
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November 26, 2025 at 9:11 AM
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Although the hotel has been closed for more than two years, the council say it has not been ‘robustly evidenced’ that it is unviable

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Isle of Wight planners reject bid to convert 'financially unviable' hotel into care home
Although the hotel has been closed for more than two years, the council say it has not been ‘robustly evidenced’ that it is unviable
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November 26, 2025 at 8:29 AM
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After seven years, strategic director Colin Rowland will explore new opportunities next year

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Senior Isle of Wight Council director to step down after 'careful reflection'
After seven years, strategic director Colin Rowland will explore new opportunities next year
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November 25, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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National tourism trends show potential challenges for Isle of Wight’s summer season

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Summer visitor numbers decline by 3.7% on the Isle of Wight compared to 2024
National tourism trends show potential challenges for Isle of Wight’s summer season
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November 25, 2025 at 2:23 PM
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Councillor Lilley’s motion addresses high male suicide rates and promotes health initiatives

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Isle of Wight Council’s motion on improving men’s health outcomes praised by councillors
Councillor Lilley’s motion addresses high male suicide rates and promotes health initiatives
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November 25, 2025 at 1:23 PM
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Around 16,000 voters on the Isle of Wight need to renew their postal ballots due to legal changes

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Isle of Wight residents face postal vote changes: reapply by 31 January 2026
Around 16,000 voters need to renew mail-in ballots due to legal changes
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November 25, 2025 at 10:59 AM
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On the first ‘Children with a Parent in Prison Day‘, April Jeffers calls for statutory support for youth affected by parental imprisonment

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Isle of Wight resident advocates for children of imprisoned parents at London conference
April Jeffers calls for statutory support for youth affected by parental imprisonment
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November 25, 2025 at 8:12 AM