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Eight-year-old Scooby is looking for a cuddle-loving home
An Isle of Wight animal charity is hoping to find an eight-year-old collie/greyhound a new forever home. Friends of the Animals, based out of Newport, launched an appeal this evening (Sunday, October 13) to help find Scooby a new home. Recommended
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Island monkey confirmed as the oldest ever recorded in the world
An Isle of Wight monkey has been confirmed as the oldest ever record of her species after celebrating her 28th birthday. Treacle, a Javan langur, has lived at the IW Primate Rescue Centre (Monkey Haven) in Newport. Javan langurs, which have
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Recently jailed prolific Island offender crashed car into bank while on drugs
A recently jailed Isle of Wight offender was caught driving while unfit through drugs after crashing his car into a bank, damaging the front bumper of his Vauxhall. Craig Sheriff, of Marlborough Road, Ryde, appeared before Isle of Wight magistrates
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Frustrated chair of IW Council says Island Roads "needs an enema"
The chair of the Isle of Wight Council says Island Roads “needs an enema” over their handling of improvement works on a major East Cowes road. Cllr Karl Love has expressed frustration over ongoing roadworks on York Avenue, criticising the approach
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Successful adult learners celebrated at annual awards ceremony
Adult learners were celebrated at an awards event last week. The event recognised the achievements of individuals who completed courses with the Isle of Wight Council's Adult Community Learning Service. Eleven awards were handed out, covering
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Isle of Wight skydivers and bungee jumpers raise £25,000
Forty-six people have raised £25,000 for Wessex Cancer Support by completing a 10,000ft skydive or 160ft bungee jump. The challenge took place at Sandown Airport and aimed to help those affected by cancer. The bungee jump was sponsored by RenoDrain
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How to protect your garden before the first frosts set in
As colder weather beckons, now is the time to save your plants, tackle your soil, harvest the last of your summer veg and protect crops during winter. Don’t leave it until the ground’s too hard to work, your edibles are impossible to lift out of
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East Cowes pensioner accused of exposure
AN ISLE of Wight pensioner accused of exposing himself to members of the public on multiple occasions will go before a judge later this year. Henry Rann, of Kings Road, East Cowes, appeared before Isle of Wight magistrates on Tuesday, October 8
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Great South Run forces Wightlink changes including security check warning
Four Isle of Wight ferry sailings will be unavailable to foot passengers next Sunday (October 20) with commuters warned to expect security checks. See the sailing times and port charges below There will be changes to Wightlink’s vehicle ferry
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A look back at Island town halls over the years
Charter towns in Medieval times were allowed to hold markets. Yarmouth, Newtown, Newport and Brading were the earliest on the Island. They were all ports where ships could import and export goods and soon developed covered market buildings - so necessary
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Emergency teams respond to crash blocking main Newport road
Emergency teams rushed to the scene of a crash on a main Isle of Wight road on the outskirts of Newport this afternoon (Sunday, October 13). Emergency services, including ambulance and police teams, were called to Forest Road, near the notorious
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Morrisons petrol stations closed for four-day 'changeover' for new owners
Two Isle of Wight petrol stations have closed this afternoon (Sunday, October 13) as new owners take over the forecourts. Morrisons’ Newport and Lake petrol stations have now closed, as a ‘changeover’ period begins for the new company. Past
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Man in his 20s found dead after emergency response to holiday park
A man in his 20s has died following an incident at a popular Isle of Wight holiday park, police have confirmed today (Sunday, October 13). Hampshire and IW Constabulary were called at 9.22am on Saturday (October 12) following concern for the welfare
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A fire caused by torrential rain and more in days gone by
The Isle of Wight County Press has been bringing the news to Islanders since 1884. We've delved into the archives to find out what was happening in days gone by. 125 years ago, in October 1899: As was predicted would be the case, when the advantages
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Island charity Ability Dogs 4 Young People needs more puppy parents
Isle of Wight charity, Ability Dogs 4 Young People, is keen to add some more compassionate puppy parent volunteers to its growing team. The organisation, which helps transform the lives of disabled Islanders, says around 20 per cent of the Isle
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Sandown shoplifter sleeping in derelict Ocean Hotel caught with lock knife
AN ISLE of Wight woman was caught with a lock knife after stealing goods from the Co-operative while sleeping rough in Sandown’s derelict Ocean Hotel. Zoe Davies, of no fixed abode, appeared before Isle of Wight magistrates on Tuesday, October
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"Us Labour MPs are working together to fix the country’s foundations"
MPs returned to Westminster earlier this week following the recent recess. So, I’m back to my typical working pattern, which sees me in London Monday to Thursday carrying out parliamentary business. And back working in and around the constituency
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Europe’s longest-running taiko drumming group coming to the IW
Europe’s longest-running taiko drumming group is bringing its UK wide tour to the IW, as it celebrates its 30th anniversary. Mugenkyo, established in 1994, will bring a special show with “big beats” and “vital energy” to Medina Theatre on Friday
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Why this chief inspector is glad to be back policing home turf
I’m chief inspector Andy McDonald, and I’ve recently taken up the post of deputy district commander for policing on the Isle of Wight, supporting superintendent Rob Mitchell. Some of you may already know me from the years I have spent policing
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Trying complementary therapies is perhaps the only way to know if they are for you
Do any of you use some of the various complementary therapies available today? Whether it is an osteopath, using Reiki, sports massage, holistic medicine, Pilates or some other type, they all have their champions and detractors. How do you
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Christmas concert for Wessex Cancer Support at Newport Minster
Wessex Cancer Support is launching a Christmas concert on the Isle of Wight, featuring Channel 4's The Piano finalist. The event, Music at the Minster: Festive Favourites, will see Jay Eatwell performing alongside international award-winning harpist
