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Sheath stand out player as Sandown and Shanklin seconds lose with depleted side
SANDOWN and Shanklin RFC seconds travelled with 12 players to Chichester, but "fought like lions" against a strong home side. CHICHESTER III 36, SANDOWN & SHANKLIN II 10 The match started evenly, but Chichester scored an early try. Jack
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Part of family-run Lake hotel could be transformed into flats
Part of a family-run Isle of Wight hotel could be transformed into three flats. Lorraine Barrett applied to the Isle of Wight Council to convert the bar area and eight hotel bedrooms of the Lorron Hotel at 90 Sandown Road, Lake, into self-contained
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Newport home to become seven bedroom House in Multiple Occupation
The Isle of Wight's county town will get a new 'low cost' house in multiple occupation (HMO) despite fierce opposition from a neighbour opposite. County Hall today (Tuesday) approved Ryan Newman's proposal to turn an existing five-bed home at 29
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Smoke spread through town centre property following power outage
SMOKE spread through a commercial property on the Isle of Wight following a power outage on site, which prompted firefighters to attend. Fire crews were called to the property on St James Street in Ryde, after an alarm and smoke were reported,
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Man faces jail if he doesn't pay nine years worth of court fines
An Isle of Wight offender could return to prison if he does not pay almost £4,000 worth of court fines dating back nine-and-a-half years. Joshua Van Praagh, of Howgate Road in Bembridge, attended the IW Magistrates’ Court on Friday, November 8,
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Man caught masturbating in Transit van near Island school
An Isle of Wight man was caught masturbating in a Transit van while in close proximity to an Island school. Jason Holbrook, of James Close, East Cowes, appeared before Isle of Wight magistrates on Tuesday, November 12. The 50-year-old admitted
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Find out where and when to see Santa Claus in December
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas on the Isle of Wight and soon Santa Claus will be bringing his sleigh to the Island's streets. The Isle of Wight Round Table will accompany Father Christmas round our towns and villages, from December
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Dog rescued after being stuck in underground drain tunnel for hours
A dog has been rescued and reunited with her owners after spending hours trapped in an underground drain tunnel on the Isle of Wight. Holly went missing at 3pm on Sunday, November 11, prompting her owners to alert volunteer rescue team, Drone SAR
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Riders unite to remember war horses that died in both world wars
SOME 65 horses gathered at Havenstreet Memorial Shrine on Remembrance Sunday to commemorate the millions of war horses killed in action in both world wars and other conflicts. Organised by local equestrian enthusiast, Kirsty Newnham, the event
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Tidal pool plans for Island seafront take step forward
Plans for a new sea pool on an Isle of Wight seafront have moved a step closer with the launch of a fundraising appeal. Community Interest Company Swim the Wight wants to create a "wave-shaped, Olympic-sized" pool at Yaverland. The "accessible
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Dame Ellen MacArthur's charity issues Christmas appeal
A cancer charity founded by Dame Ellen MacArthur is appealing for support this Christmas. The East Cowes-based Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust is asking for donations during a "challenging time for all charities" to help young cancer survivors in
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Drink driver's evening out ends in arrest after she forgot to turn headlights on
An Isle of Wight woman’s evening meal with a friend ended in her drink-drive arrest after she forget to turn her headlights on. Ivy King, of High Street in Ventnor, attended the IW Magistrates’ Court on Friday, November 8, and pleaded guilty to
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London man found guilty of stalking had wasted journey to Isle of Wight court
A LONDON man found guilty of stalking a woman, made an unnecessary trip to the Isle of Wight for his sentencing after being told Probation had not prepared a report for magistrates. John James Keenan, of Lambeth Walk, Lambeth, London, appeared
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Recent death and funeral announcements on the Isle of Wight
The Isle of Wight County Press published 24 death notices last week. Every week, the County Press publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in print, our death
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Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby resigns over Church abuse scandal
THE Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, has resigned from his post amid mounting calls for his resignation a year after he visited the Isle of Wight. The Guardian's Political Editor Pippa Crear posted on X today, formerly known as Twitter,
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Driver sought after pedestrian hurt in 'fail to stop' crash
A driver is being sought by police following a collision involving a pedestrian on a country road on the Isle of Wight this morning (Tuesday). The vehicle involved, described by police as a 'large people carrier/mini-van/possible taxi', did not
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HMS Prince of Wales sails past the Island after 'minor' delay to departure
Royal Navy aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales has sailed past the Isle of Wight from its home port of Portsmouth, after its departure was reportedly delayed because of a “minor defect”. The £3 billion warship had been set to leave from Portsmouth
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How to watch the 'stunning' Taurid meteor shower in the UK tonight
A "stunning" meteor shower will bring a spectacular light display to UK skies over the next two nights. Yes, that's right, we're in for another treat. The Northern Taurids will glow brightly as they enter the Earth’s atmosphere this week and
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Islanders miss opportunity to beat Chichester in entertaining league clash
THE Isle of Wight Rugby Club narrowly lost a high-scoring and entertaining game against Chichester on Saturday. ISLE OF WIGHT 32, CHICHESTER II 39 The match, held at Wootton Rec, was an opportunity missed for the home side as they dominated
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New accessories shop opens in Newport as a hub for young musicians
A new music accessories shop has opened on the Isle of Wight – a hub for young, budding musicians. Muso Accessories, in Newport’s St Thomas Square, opposite God’s Providence House, opened its doors for the very first time at the weekend. The
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Rare photos of Winston Churchill on yacht off Cowes go to auction today
A rare photo album showing Winston Churchill unwinding aboard a luxury yacht off the Isle of Wight will go to auction today (Tuesday, November 12). See some of the photos in the collection, above The album, dating from the early 1900s, captures
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Isle of Wight player wins title at west of England Masters event
Four players from the Isle of Wight recently competed in the west of England Masters squash event in Cheltenham. Tim Liker faced a tough challenge in his age category, losing in straight games in the first round. However, he bounced back in
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Councillors to probe County Hall's affordable housing delivery TODAY
Isle of Wight councillors will probe County Hall's affordable housing delivery today amid an ongoing Island housing crisis. Watchdog panel the Corporate Scrutiny Committee will examine the council's progress in delivering social and affordable
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Drug driver told to 'get rid' of bright yellow Ford after being caught twice
An Isle of Wight drug driver was told by his solicitor to “get rid” of his distinctive bright yellow car after being caught over the limit twice in less than three months. Kristian Venn, of Benett Street in Ryde, attended the IW Magistrates’ Court
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One Direction bass player Sandy gives special talk at Newport venue
Pop boy band One Direction’s bass player gave Isle of Wight students an insight into the music industry last week. Sandy Beales, who played bass with the Story of My Life hitmakers between 2011 and 2015, gave a talk at Newport’s Strings Bar and
