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Portsmouth celebrates 100 years of city status with events spanning the entire year
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Portsmouth marks 100 years of city status with a year of celebrations
Portsmouth celebrates 100 years of city status with events spanning the entire year
https://onthewight.com/portsmouth-marks-100-years-of-city-status-with-a-year-of-celebrations/
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A global puppetry exhibition and workshop programme has arrived at Department in Ryde
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Puppetry festival brings world masks and marionettes to Department in Ryde
A global puppetry exhibition and workshop programme has arrived at Department in Ryde
https://onthewight.com/puppetry-festival-brings-world-masks-and-marionettes-to-department-in-ryde/
about 5 hours ago
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Isle of Wight Scouts welcome all to Corf Campsite for a fun-filled outdoor open day
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Isle of Wight Scouts invite everyone to try archery, kayaking and more at Corf open day
Isle of Wight Scouts welcome all to Corf Campsite for a fun-filled outdoor open day
https://onthewight.com/isle-of-wight-scouts-invite-everyone-to-try-archery-kayaking-and-more-at-corf-open-day/
about 6 hours ago
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Tonight's Lyrid meteor shower peak coincides with clear skies across the UK
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Lyrid meteor shower peaks tonight with clear skies forecast across the UK
Tonight's Lyrid meteor shower peak coincides with clear skies across the UK
https://onthewight.com/lyrid-meteor-shower-peaks-tonight-with-clear-skies-forecast-across-the-uk/
1 day ago
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St Arwaldās Day recognises the historic significance of King Arwald and the Isle of Wight's pagan heritage
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Last pagan king of Isle of Wight celebrated by Pagans on St Arwaldās Day
St Arwaldās Day recognises the historic significance of King Arwald and the Isle of Wight's pagan heritage
https://onthewight.com/last-pagan-king-of-isle-of-wight-celebrated-by-pagans-on-st-arwalds-day-2/
1 day ago
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A Isle of Wight care home has been rated inadequate
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Isle of Wight care home drops from Good to Inadequate after inspectors find some residents left hungry and frightened
A Isle of Wight care home has been rated inadequate following a damning inspection
https://onthewight.com/isle-of-wight-care-home-drops-from-good-to-inadequate-after-inspectors-find-residents-left-hungry-and-frightened/
1 day ago
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Many public pension schemes have sold shares in coal, oil and gas but still fund highly polluting projects via investments in little-known "infrastructure fundsā
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IWC pension savers bankrolling US gas terminals despite climate risks, Bureau of Investigative Journalism finds
Many public pension schemes have sold shares in coal, oil and gas but still fund highly polluting projects via investments in little-known "infrastructure fundsā
https://onthewight.com/iwc-pension-savers-bankrolling-us-gas-terminals-despite-climate-risks-bureau-of-investigative-journalism-finds/
1 day ago
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Isle of Wight folk artist Ben Allman releases an evocative three-track debut EP
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Tideborn: Isle of Wight indie-folk artist explores nature and change in new three-track EP
Isle of Wight folk artist Ben Allman releases an evocative three-track debut EP
https://onthewight.com/tideborn-isle-of-wight-indie-folk-artist-explores-nature-and-change-in-new-three-track-ep/
2 days ago
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The Isle of Wight Walking Festival returns in May with exciting new routes
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Isle of Wight Spring Walking Festival announces new routes for 2025 nine-day event
The Isle of Wight Walking Festival returns in May with exciting new routes
https://onthewight.com/isle-of-wight-spring-walking-festival-announces-new-routes-for-2025-nine-day-event/
2 days ago
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A former young carer launches 13 fundraising challenges to honour his late mum
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Former young carer to take on 13 challenges in 13 months for Mountbatten Isle of Wight
A former young carer launches 13 fundraising challenges to honour his late mum
https://onthewight.com/former-young-carer-to-take-on-13-challenges-in-13-months-for-mountbatten-isle-of-wight/
2 days ago
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Sandown voters can question Isle of Wight Council election candidates at weekend hustings
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Sandown hustings give voters chance to quiz Isle of Wight Council election candidates
Sandown voters can question Isle of Wight Council election candidates at weekend hustings
https://onthewight.com/sandown-hustings-give-voters-chance-to-quiz-isle-of-wight-council-election-candidates/
3 days ago
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Public voting is open for Isle of Wight NHS Trust's People's Choice excellence award
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Public vote opens for Isle of Wight NHS Trust People's Choice excellence award
Public voting is open for Isle of Wight NHS Trust's People's Choice excellence award
https://onthewight.com/public-vote-opens-for-isle-of-wight-nhs-trust-peoples-choice-excellence-award/
3 days ago
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Former Mountbatten chief executive Nigel Hartley MBE joins Isle of Wight Youth Trust board
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Isle of Wight Youth Trust appoints Nigel Hartley MBE to its Board of Trustees
Former Mountbatten chief executive Nigel Hartley MBE joins Isle of Wight Youth Trust board
https://onthewight.com/isle-of-wight-youth-trust-appoints-nigel-hartley-mbe-to-its-board-of-trustees/
3 days ago
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#ReadersLetter
Building a new, frequent, consistently available floating bridge will pay for itself quickly, says this reader
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Letter: āTemu' Floating Bridge 6 wastes Ā£1 million a year of your council money
Building a new, frequent, consistently available floating bridge will pay for itself quickly, says this reader
https://onthewight.com/letter-temu-floating-bridge-6-wastes-1-million-a-year-of-your-council-money/
4 days ago
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The St Lawrence Spring Sale Trail invites residents to explore and enjoy local bargains
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Spring Sale Trail in St Lawrence offers community spirit and unique finds in 2026
The St Lawrence Spring Sale Trail invites residents to explore and enjoy local bargains
https://onthewight.com/spring-sale-trail-in-st-lawrence-offers-community-spirit-and-unique-finds-in-2026/
4 days ago
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Join Abbey Brass for a free concert showcasing popular music from childrenās shows
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Isle of Wight brass band aims to inspire young audiences with free theme tunes concert
Join Abbey Brass for a free concert showcasing popular music from childrenās shows
https://onthewight.com/isle-of-wight-brass-band-aims-to-inspire-young-audiences-with-free-theme-tunes-concert/
5 days ago
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The film is about how an atomised community can come together around a shared goal and collaborate to create a positive outcome for everyone
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Power Station documentary explores how friendships can be forged and communities enriched
The film is about how an atomised community can come together around a shared goal and collaborate to create a positive outcome for everyone
https://onthewight.com/power-station-documentary-explores-how-friendships-can-be-forged-and-communities-enriched/
6 days ago
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Mountbatten urges supporters to vote again by Thursday, 23rd April 2026, as Smiley pivots to cash prize model
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Mountbatten Isle of Wight asks supporters to vote again as film award offers Ā£13,000 prize
Mountbatten urges supporters to vote again by Thursday, 23rd April 2026, as Smiley pivots to cash prize model
https://onthewight.com/mountbatten-isle-of-wight-asks-supporters-to-vote-again-as-film-award-offers-13000-prize/
7 days ago
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Isle of Wight artist Fugo Kid to perform at festival after winning Wight Noize 2026
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Fugo Kid wins Wight Noize 2026 and secures Isle of Wight Festival performance slot
Isle of Wight artist Fugo Kid to perform at festival after winning Wight Noize 2026
https://onthewight.com/fugo-kid-wins-wight-noize-2026-and-secures-isle-of-wight-festival-performance-slot/
7 days ago
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Visit Isle of Wight is launching a new ongoing engagement programme for tourism businesses
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BID LIVE initiative aims to give Isle of Wight tourism businesses a stronger voice
Visit Isle of Wight is launching a new ongoing engagement programme for tourism businesses
https://onthewight.com/bid-live-initiative-aims-to-give-isle-of-wight-tourism-businesses-a-stronger-voice/
8 days ago
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A skate deck art auction is raising funds for a new Freshwater skatepark and pump track
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Freshwater skatepark fundraiser launches with packed opening night and skate deck art auction
A skate deck art auction is raising funds for a new Freshwater skatepark
https://onthewight.com/freshwater-skatepark-fundraiser-launches-with-packed-opening-night-and-skate-deck-art-auction/
8 days ago
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IW RIBA's second lecture takes place tonight (Wed) from 6.30pm at
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when Ed Suckling of Engenius talks - All About Solar: What Architects Need to Know, will address common misconceptions about solar energy
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Passivhaus, solar and award-winning architecture feature in new Isle of Wight RIBA programme
Isle of Wight RIBA branch organises spring lectures, building visits and house tour - Book now
https://onthewight.com/passivhaus-solar-and-award-winning-architecture-feature-in-new-isle-of-wight-riba-programme/
8 days ago
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A new documentary series charts the transformation of Robin Hill Adventure Park from within
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Robin Hill Adventure Park launches behind-the-scenes documentary series on YouTube
A new documentary series charts the transformation of Robin Hill Adventure Park from within
https://onthewight.com/robin-hill-adventure-park-launches-behind-the-scenes-documentary-series-on-youtube/
8 days ago
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Around 80 people gathered in Ventnor to watch a landmark climate crisis documentary - don't miss your chance to see the next screening
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Climate crisis documentary sparks action at Ventnor community screening
Around 80 people gathered in Ventnor to watch a landmark climate crisis documentary
https://onthewight.com/climate-crisis-documentary-sparks-action-at-ventnor-community-screening/
8 days ago
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A new Explorer Scout unit is offering Island teenagers specialist maritime skills and adventures
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New Explorer Scout unit launches on Isle of Wight with focus on maritime skills
A new Explorer Scout unit is offering Island teenagers specialist maritime skills and adventures
https://onthewight.com/new-explorer-scout-unit-launches-on-isle-of-wight-with-focus-on-maritime-skills/
8 days ago
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It will cost you less than Ā£10 per month and you could win up to Ā£5,000, all while supporting our inshore lifeboat crews
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Join the Lifeboat Lotto and help support our independent lifeboats
It will cost you less than Ā£10 per month and you could win up to Ā£5,000, all while supporting our inshore lifeboat crews
https://onthewight.com/join-the-lifeboat-lotto-and-help-support-our-independent-lifeboats/
8 days ago
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Cotswold Male Voice Choir joins Newchurch Male Voice Choir for a free concert benefiting Age UK Isle of Wight
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Cotswold Male Voice Choir to make Isle of Wight debut at free Shanklin concert
Cotswold Male Voice Choir joins Newchurch Male Voice Choir for a free concert benefiting Age UK Isle of Wight
https://onthewight.com/cotswold-male-voice-choir-to-make-isle-of-wight-debut-at-free-shanklin-concert/
8 days ago
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Brading Roman Villa secures Ā£80,707 from a national Ā£127.8 million arts funding programme
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Brading Roman Villa awarded Ā£80,707 in national arts and culture funding
Brading Roman Villa secures Ā£80,707 from a national Ā£127.8 million arts funding programme
https://onthewight.com/brading-roman-villa-awarded-80707-in-national-arts-and-culture-funding/
9 days ago
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Ryde Pier Head station canopy, walkway and refuge area face overhaul under listed building application
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Asbestos canopy and collapsed refuge among works proposed for Ryde Pier Head station
Ryde Pier Head station canopy, walkway and refuge area face overhaul under listed building application
https://onthewight.com/asbestos-canopy-and-collapsed-refuge-among-works-proposed-for-ryde-pier-head-station/
9 days ago
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HMRC warns pensioners to stay alert as Winter Fuel Payment recovery begins
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Pensioners warned of scam risk as Winter Fuel Payment recovery begins
HMRC warns pensioners to stay alert as Winter Fuel Payment recovery begins
https://onthewight.com/pensioners-warned-of-scam-risk-as-winter-fuel-payment-recovery-begins/
9 days ago
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A memorial rugby match will celebrate the life of Tristan Price this Sunday and help boost the GoFundMe campaign to Ā£20,000
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Ventnor RFC to host memorial match in honour of much-loved club member Tristan Price
A memorial rugby match will celebrate the life of Tristan Price this Sunday and help boost the GoFundMe campaign to Ā£20,000
https://onthewight.com/ventnor-rfc-to-host-memorial-match-in-honour-of-much-loved-club-member-tristan-price/
9 days ago
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A mystery sculpture has appeared on Bouldnor Beach, fixed to wartime remains
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Mystery sculpture appears on Bouldnor Beach cemented to WW2 remains
A mystery sculpture has appeared on Bouldnor Beach, fixed to wartime remains
https://onthewight.com/mystery-sculpture-appears-on-bouldnor-beach-cemented-to-ww2-remains/
9 days ago
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A new community theatre pilot is bringing live performance back to Brading
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New community theatre project to bring live performances back to Brading town hall
A new community theatre pilot is bringing live performance back to Brading
https://onthewight.com/new-community-theatre-project-to-bring-live-performances-back-to-brading-town-hall/
9 days ago
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This St Helens Historical Society talk explores the Isle of Wight's pop music legacy
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St Helens Historical Society to explore Isle of Wight's pop and rock heritage
A free public talk explores the Isle of Wight's pop music legacy
https://onthewight.com/st-helens-historical-society-to-explore-isle-of-wights-pop-and-rock-heritage/
9 days ago
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Ventnor Community Early Years Centre earns exceptional Ofsted ratings for inclusion and leadership
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Ventnor nursery earns top Ofsted rating for inclusion and leadership
Ventnor Community Early Years Centre earns exceptional Ofsted ratings for inclusion and leadership
https://onthewight.com/ventnor-nursery-earns-top-ofsted-rating-for-inclusion-and-leadership/
10 days ago
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Healthwatch Isle of Wight urges residents to complete its cancer services survey before 24th April 2026
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Have your say on Isle of Wight cancer services before survey closes
Healthwatch Isle of Wight urges residents to complete its cancer services survey before 24th April 2026
https://onthewight.com/have-your-say-on-isle-of-wight-cancer-services-before-survey-closes/
10 days ago
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The Newport secondary school has applied to install hundreds of rooftop solar panels
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Christ the King College applies to install 634 solar panels on school roof
The Newport secondary school has applied to install hundreds of rooftop solar panels
https://onthewight.com/christ-the-king-college-applies-to-install-634-solar-panels-on-school-roof/
10 days ago
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Isle of Wight businesses urged to check rateable values following national property revaluation
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Isle of Wight businesses urged to check rateable values after national revaluation
Isle of Wight businesses urged to check rateable values following national property revaluation
https://onthewight.com/isle-of-wight-businesses-urged-to-check-rateable-values-after-national-revaluation/
10 days ago
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Stay up-to-date with local planning developments with OnTheWight's planning list and map
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Isle of Wight planning application list and map: 13 Apr 2026
Stay up-to-date with local planning developments with OnTheWight's planning list and map
https://onthewight.com/isle-of-wight-planning-application-list-and-map-13-apr-2026/
10 days ago
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Six Isle of Wight organisations share Ā£13,500 in WightAID's first 2026 grant round
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WightAID awards more than Ā£13,500 to six Isle of Wight good causes in 2026 opener
Six Isle of Wight organisations share Ā£13,500 in WightAID's first 2026 grant round.
https://onthewight.com/wightaid-awards-more-than-13500-to-six-isle-of-wight-good-causes-in-2026-opener/
10 days ago
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Age UK Isle of Wight volunteer scheme helps isolated man fulfil lifelong owl wish
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https://onthewight.com/age-uk-isle-of-wight-helps-fulfil-barrys-lifelong-wish-to-meet-an-owl/
11 days ago
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Free drop-in health clinics and Covid vaccines are coming to Island communities
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Free Covid vaccine and health checks coming to Isle of Wight communities this spring
Free drop-in health clinics and Covid vaccines are coming to Island communities
https://onthewight.com/free-covid-vaccine-and-health-checks-coming-to-isle-of-wight-communities-this-spring/
11 days ago
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Bembridge Parish Council hosts an environmental awareness day featuring conservation groups and another screening of the Peopleās Emergency Briefing documentary
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Bembridge environmental day brings together Island conservation groups and climate documentary screening
Bembridge Parish Council hosts an environmental awareness day featuring conservation groups and a a screening of the Peopleās Emergency Briefing documentary
https://onthewight.com/bembridge-environmental-day-brings-together-island-conservation-groups-and-climate-documentary-screening/
12 days ago
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Young Isle of Wight volunteers walked carrots through Ryde this week to promote mental health awareness
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Ryde shoppers greeted with carrots and chocolate in Youth Trust mental health outreach
Young Isle of Wight volunteers walked carrots through Ryde this week to promote mental health awareness
https://onthewight.com/ryde-shoppers-greeted-with-carrots-and-chocolate-in-youth-trust-mental-health-outreach/
12 days ago
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New investigations revisit the 1973 Sandown Clown encounter that still puzzles researchers
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BBC Sounds and Cease to Exist podcasts both turn their attention to All Colours Sam - the Sandown Clown
New investigations revisit the 1973 Sandown Clown encounter that still puzzles researchers
https://onthewight.com/bbc-sounds-and-cease-to-exist-podcasts-both-turn-their-attention-to-all-colours-sam-the-sandown-clown/
13 days ago
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Vectis Radio launches on DAB Saturday 18th April, with David Baker pressing the button
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Vectis Radio set to launch on DAB with Isle of Wight community figure pressing the button
Vectis Radio launches on DAB Saturday 18th April, with Dave Baker pressing the button
https://onthewight.com/vectis-radio-set-to-launch-on-dab-with-isle-of-wight-community-figure-pressing-the-button/
13 days ago
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Isle of Wight Council has published the full list of IWC candidates for 7th May 2026 election
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See who is running in your ward for the Isle of Wight Council elections
Isle of Wight Council has published the full list of local election candidates
https://onthewight.com/see-who-is-running-in-your-ward-for-the-isle-of-wight-council-elections/
13 days ago
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Cowes Fringe returns in 2026 with nine events spanning theatre, music and community
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https://onthewight.com/sir-derek-jacobi-to-headline-cowes-fringe-2026-in-aid-of-mountbatten-hospice/
13 days ago
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The latest Healthwatch Isle of Wight report highlights resident concerns over GP, dentistry and mental health services
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Healthwatch report reveals Isle of Wight residents' concerns over GP and dental access
The latest Healthwatch Isle of Wight report highlights resident concerns over GP, dentistry and mental health services
https://onthewight.com/healthwatch-report-reveals-isle-of-wight-residents-concerns-over-gp-and-dental-access/
13 days ago
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Registration for Walk the Wight 2026 closes at noon next Thursday
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Walk the Wight 2026: Sign up by Thursday to receive your pack in the post
Registration for Walk the Wight 2026 closes at noon next Thursday
https://onthewight.com/walk-the-wight-2026-sign-up-by-thursday-to-receive-your-pack-in-the-post/
13 days ago
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