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Ryde Neighbourhood Board launches £100,000 community grants programme for local projects
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Ryde launches £100,000 community grants programme for local projects
Ryde Neighbourhood Board launches £100,000 community grants programme for local projects
https://onthewight.com/ryde-launches-100000-community-grants-programme-for-local-projects/
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A riotous comedy about a school inspection comes to Ryde this July - book now to secure your seat
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New classroom comedy Special Measures comes to Ryde this July
A riotous comedy about a school inspection comes to Ryde this July - book now to secure your seat
https://onthewight.com/new-classroom-comedy-special-measures-comes-to-ryde-this-july/
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What to know about council services during Isle of Wight Festival week
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Council confirms how services will run during Isle of Wight Festival
What to know about council services during Isle of Wight Festival week
https://onthewight.com/council-confirms-how-services-will-run-during-isle-of-wight-festival/
about 15 hours ago
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The council say that removing the restrictions will contribute to ‘better managing’ traffic on the Island
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Weight restrictions lifted on seven Isle of Wight bridges
The council say that removing the restrictions will contribute to ‘better managing’ traffic on the Island
https://onthewight.com/weight-restrictions-lifted-seven-isle-of-wight-bridges/
about 15 hours ago
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The Isle of Wight Biosphere Festival returns with its largest ever community programme - more than 100 events to take part in
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Isle of Wight Biosphere Festival programme returns with more than 100 events across the Island
The Isle of Wight Biosphere Festival returns with its largest ever community programme - more than 100 events to take part in
https://onthewight.com/isle-of-wight-biosphere-festival-programme-returns-with-more-than-100-events-across-the-island/
about 23 hours ago
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Ryde's Cats Protection centre celebrates 65 years of rehoming with a public open day this coming Saturday
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Isle of Wight cat centre marks 65 years of rehoming with open day celebration
Ryde's Cats Protection centre celebrates 65 years of rehoming with a public open day this coming Saturday
https://onthewight.com/isle-of-wight-cat-centre-marks-65-years-of-rehoming-with-open-day-celebration/
about 24 hours ago
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Swifts have finally moved into nest bricks built into a Freshwater estate in 2015
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World Swift Day joy as Freshwater development's nest bricks attract their first swifts
Swifts have finally moved into nest bricks built into a Freshwater estate in 2015
https://onthewight.com/world-swift-day-joy-as-freshwater-developments-nest-bricks-attract-first-swifts/
1 day ago
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Southern Water's chief executive faces Isle of Wight councillors over persistent sewage pollution concerns
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Southern Water chief executive to face Isle of Wight councillors over sewage concerns
Southern Water's chief executive faces Isle of Wight councillors over persistent sewage pollution concerns
https://onthewight.com/southern-water-chief-executive-to-face-isle-of-wight-councillors-sewage-concerns/
2 days ago
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Isle of Wight singer-songwriter Amy Jolliffe releases summer-inspired single, Familiar Friend, co-written with Beth Brookfield
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Isle of Wight singer-songwriter Amy Jolliffe releases summer-inspired single
Isle of Wight singer-songwriter Amy Jolliffe releases summer-inspired single, Familiar Friend, co-written with Beth Brookfield
https://onthewight.com/isle-of-wight-singer-songwriter-amy-jolliffe-releases-summer-inspired-single/
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The public can now vote on which British wildlife features on future banknotes
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White-tailed eagle among eighteen species shortlisted for future British banknotes
The public can now vote on which British wildlife features on future banknotes
https://onthewight.com/white-tailed-eagle-among-eighteen-species-shortlisted-future-british-banknotes/
3 days ago
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Isle of Wight artist Mai releases raw debut single ahead of genre-defying EP
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Isle of Wight artist Mai releases debut single tackling the sexualisation of women in everyday culture
Isle of Wight artist Mai releases raw debut single ahead of genre-defying EP
https://onthewight.com/isle-of-wight-artist-mai-releases-debut-single-tackling-sexualisation-of-women-in-everyday-culture/
3 days ago
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Bembridge residents oppose Southern Water's plans to install a new combined sewage overflow pipe at Silver Sands beach
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Residents oppose new combined sewage overflow pipe at Bembridge beach
Bembridge residents oppose Southern Water's plans to install a new combined sewage overflow pipe at Silver Sands beach
https://onthewight.com/residents-oppose-new-combined-sewage-overflow-pipe-at-bembridge-beach/
4 days ago
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Island businesses have until 15th June to complete the Wight BID consultation survey
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Isle of Wight businesses urged to complete Wight BID consultation survey before deadline
Island businesses have until 15th June to complete the Wight BID consultation survey
https://onthewight.com/isle-of-wight-businesses-urged-complete-wight-bid-consultation-survey-before-deadline/
4 days ago
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WightAID is auctioning a pair of tickets to the sold-out Isle of Wight Festival
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Win a pair of sold-out Isle of Wight Festival tickets through WightAID's silent auction
WightAID is auctioning a pair of tickets to the sold-out Isle of Wight Festival
https://onthewight.com/win-a-pair-of-sold-out-isle-of-wight-festival-tickets-through-wightaids-silent-auction/
4 days ago
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Falling pupil numbers should prompt investment not cuts, says Isle of Wight NEU
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Isle of Wight NEU warns falling teacher numbers are putting pupils at risk
Falling pupil numbers should prompt investment not cuts, says Isle of Wight NEU
https://onthewight.com/isle-of-wight-neu-warns-falling-teacher-numbers-putting-pupils-at-risk/
4 days ago
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Over 100 Isle of Wight College students exhibit creative work at Quay Arts from 13 June 2026
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Student showcase brings Island creativity to Quay Arts
Over 100 Isle of Wight College students exhibit creative work at Quay Arts
https://onthewight.com/student-showcase-brings-island-creativity-to-quay-arts/
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Red Funnel has submitted plans to repair a failing terminal quay wall
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Red Funnel submits plans to repair failing quay wall near ferry terminal
Red Funnel has submitted plans to repair a failing Southampton terminal quay wall
https://onthewight.com/red-funnel-submits-plans-repair-failing-quay-wall-near-ferry-terminal/
5 days ago
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East Wight MP Joe Robertson has called on ministers to support tourism
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East Wight MP urges Government to 'make amends' for tourism and hospitality tax burden
East Wight MP Joe Robertson has called on ministers to support tourism
https://onthewight.com/east-wight-mp-urges-government-to-make-amends-for-tourism-and-hospitality-tax-burden/
5 days ago
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Up to £15 million is available for at-risk heritage sites across England, but the deadline for submitting Expressions of Interest for this round is midnight, Sunday 14th June 2026
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Applications open for second round of £15m Heritage at Risk Capital Fund
Up to £15 million is available for at-risk heritage sites across England
https://onthewight.com/applications-open-for-second-round-of-15m-heritage-at-risk-capital-fund/
5 days ago
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A new regional authority for Hampshire and the Solent has been formally established, with Island connectivity a key priority
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Hampshire and Solent Combined County Authority formally established with £1.3bn investment fund
A new regional authority for Hampshire and the Solent has been formally established
https://onthewight.com/hampshire-and-solent-combined-county-authority-formally-established-with-1-3bn-investment-fund/
5 days ago
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A free two-day creative workshop in Sandown invites 18 to 30-year-old Islanders to explore nature
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18 to 30-year-olds invited to join free zine-making and ecology workshop in Sandown
A free two-day creative workshop in Sandown invites 18 to 30-year-old Islanders to explore nature
https://onthewight.com/18-to-30-year-olds-invited-to-join-free-zine-making-and-ecology-workshop-in-sandown/
5 days ago
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Four new community hubs are now open supporting autistic and ADHD adults across Hampshire
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Four neurodivergent support hubs open their doors across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight
Four new community hubs are now open supporting autistic and ADHD adults across Hampshire
https://onthewight.com/four-neurodivergent-support-hubs-open-their-doors-across-hampshire-and-the-isle-of-wight/
5 days ago
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Isle of Wight Festival updates its chair and blanket rules, dividing opinion among festival-goers
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Isle of Wight Festival sets out new guidelines for use of chairs and blankets
Isle of Wight Festival updates its chair and blanket rules, dividing opinion among festival-goers
https://onthewight.com/isle-of-wight-festival-sets-out-new-guidelines-for-use-of-chairs-and-blankets/
6 days ago
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Sandown's restored Old Town Hall reopens as GRAFT brings affordable creative studios to the community
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Art studios open at Sandown's Old Town Hall as GRAFT launches creative community hub
Sandown's restored Old Town Hall reopens as GRAFT brings affordable creative studios to the community
https://onthewight.com/art-studios-open-at-sandowns-old-town-hall-graft-launches-creative-community-hub/
6 days ago
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Organisers confirm 2026 Isle of Wight Armed Forces Day will not proceed as planned and explain why
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Isle of Wight Armed Forces Day cancelled in 2026 due to logistical and resourcing pressures
Organisers confirm 2026 Isle of Wight Armed Forces Day will not proceed as planned
https://onthewight.com/isle-of-wight-armed-forces-day-cancelled-in-2026-due-to-logistical-resourcing-pressures/
6 days ago
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The marks given during the assessment were just 1% below being rated as Good
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Isle of Wight Council rated 'requires improvement' for adult social care by national regulator
The marks given during the assessment were just 1% below being rated as Good
https://onthewight.com/isle-of-wight-council-rated-requires-improvement-for-adult-social-care-by-national-regulator/
6 days ago
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After buying the building in 2020 for £125,000, Ryde Town Council is now putting it up for auction with no reserve
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Ryde Town Council to auction historic Vectis Hall with no reserve price
After buying the building in 2020 for £125,000, Ryde Town Council is now putting it up for auction with no reserve
https://onthewight.com/ryde-town-council-to-auction-historic-vectis-hall-no-reserve-price/
7 days ago
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Healthwatch Isle of Wight reveals cancer care findings at free Newport event next month
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Isle of Wight cancer patients' experiences to shape future care at Newport event
Healthwatch Isle of Wight reveals cancer care findings at free Newport event next month
https://onthewight.com/isle-of-wight-cancer-patients-experiences-to-shape-future-care-at-newport-event/
7 days ago
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East Wight Conservative MP, Joe Robertson, brings national charity to Sandown to tackle deprivation and dereliction
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Sandown stakeholders meet Lloyds Bank Foundation in bid to secure future funding
East Wight Conservative MP, Joe Robertson, brings national charity to Sandown to tackle deprivation and dereliction
https://onthewight.com/sandown-stakeholders-meet-lloyds-bank-foundation-in-bid-to-secure-future-funding/
7 days ago
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A local builder wants to tie the Ventnor Winter Gardens restoration to local youth trades training
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Local builder puts skills scheme at heart of Winter Gardens revival bid
A local builder wants to tie the Ventnor Winter Gardens restoration to local youth trades training
https://onthewight.com/local-builder-puts-skills-scheme-at-heart-of-winter-gardens-revival-bid/
7 days ago
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The exhibition launches this evening 5pm-7pm at The Mead Gallery in Monkton St, Ryde
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Monkton Arts summer exhibition opens at Ryde's Mead Gallery this June
Monkton Arts opens its summer exhibition at Ryde's Mead Gallery this June
https://onthewight.com/monkton-arts-summer-exhibition-opens-at-rydes-mead-gallery-june/
7 days ago
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A free screening of the People's Emergency Briefing film comes to Ventnor on 4th June
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Green Room to screen People's Emergency Briefing film with post-show discussion
A free screening of the People's Emergency Briefing film comes to Ventnor on 4th June
https://onthewight.com/green-room-to-screen-peoples-emergency-briefing-film-with-post-show-discussion/
7 days ago
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Isle of Wight Met Service forecasts heavy, potentially torrential overnight rain into Tuesday
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Isle of Wight Met Service warns of torrential rain moving in Monday night
Isle of Wight Met Service forecasts heavy, potentially torrential overnight rain into Tuesday
https://onthewight.com/isle-of-wight-met-service-warns-of-torrential-rain-monday-night/
8 days ago
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RSPCA Isle of Wight's popular traffic-free charity cycle ride returns this July
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RSPCA Isle of Wight's Red Squirrel Ride returns with new July date
RSPCA Isle of Wight's popular traffic-free charity cycle ride returns this July
https://onthewight.com/rspca-isle-of-wights-red-squirrel-ride-returns-with-new-july-date/
9 days ago
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Warren Farm opens free for Open Farm Sunday (on 7th June) with activities, food and hospice fundraising
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Free family farm day at Warren Farm to raise funds for Mountbatten
Warren Farm opens free for Open Farm Sunday (on 7th June) with activities, food and hospice fundraising
https://onthewight.com/free-family-farm-day-at-warren-farm-to-raise-funds-for-mountbatten/
9 days ago
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Isle of Wight libraries are marking Libraries Week with pop-up events and creative workshops
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Isle of Wight libraries mark Libraries Week with pop-up events and creative workshops
Isle of Wight libraries are marking Libraries Week with pop-up events and creative workshops
https://onthewight.com/isle-of-wight-libraries-mark-libraries-week-with-pop-up-events-and-creative-workshops/
10 days ago
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Two Isle of Wight DJs land debut bookings following DJ Moomin's open decks event
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Two Isle of Wight DJs secure debut bookings after open decks event
Two Isle of Wight DJs land debut bookings following DJ Moomin's open decks event
https://onthewight.com/two-isle-of-wight-djs-secure-debut-bookings-after-open-decks-event/
11 days ago
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The family-friendly Three Rivers Music Festival kicks off today (Friday) at Durrants Farm in Porchfield. Who is coming?
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Three Rivers Music Festival opens today at Durrants Farm in Porchfield
The family-friendly Three Rivers Music Festival kicks off today (Friday) at Durrants Farm in Porchfield. Who is coming?
https://onthewight.com/three-rivers-music-festival-opens-at-durrants-farm-in-porchfield/
11 days ago
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Young Lives vs Cancer thanks Isle of Wight volunteers during Volunteers' Week 2026
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Young Lives vs Cancer thanks Isle of Wight volunteers ahead of Volunteers' Week
Young Lives vs Cancer thanks Isle of Wight volunteers during Volunteers' Week 2026
https://onthewight.com/young-lives-vs-cancer-thanks-isle-of-wight-volunteers-ahead-of-volunteers-week/
11 days ago
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Isle of Wight Ambulance Service has been named a regional NHS Excellence Award champion
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Isle of Wight Ambulance Service named regional champion at first NHS Excellence Awards
Isle of Wight Ambulance Service has been named a regional NHS Excellence Award champion
https://onthewight.com/isle-of-wight-ambulance-service-named-regional-champion-at-first-nhs-excellence-awards/
11 days ago
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Reform UK hold eight out of 14 committee chair roles on Isle of Wight Council
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Reform UK gains most committee chair roles on Isle of Wight Council
Reform UK hold eight out of 14 committee chair roles on Isle of Wight Council
https://onthewight.com/reform-uk-gains-most-committee-chair-roles-on-isle-of-wight-council/
12 days ago
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Jonathan Bacon who was elected leader of Isle of Wight Council last night, pledges cross-party collaboration
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New IW Council leader vows to end dysfunction and foster cross-chamber collaboration
Jonathan Bacon has been elected leader of Isle of Wight Council, pledging cross-party collaboration
https://onthewight.com/new-iw-council-leader-vows-to-end-dysfunction-and-foster-cross-chamber-collaboration/
12 days ago
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Island Roads will carry out night-time improvements to two Fairlee Road sites in June
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Fairlee Road night works to improve two sections of Newport road next month
Island Roads will carry out night-time improvements to two Fairlee Road sites in June
https://onthewight.com/fairlee-road-night-works-to-improve-two-sections-of-newport-road-next-month/
12 days ago
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Bembridge residents are invited to co-design practical climate action at a Saturday workshop
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Bembridge residents invited to co-design the village's climate future at Saturday workshop
Bembridge residents are invited to co-design practical climate action at a Saturday workshop
https://onthewight.com/bembridge-residents-invited-to-co-design-villages-climate-future-at-saturday-workshop/
12 days ago
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The Isle of Wight Council is urging residents and visitors to dispose of litter responsibly this summer
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'If a bin is full, take it home': IW Council's message as warm weather continues
The Isle of Wight Council is urging residents and visitors to dispose of litter responsibly this summer
https://onthewight.com/if-a-bin-is-full-take-it-home-iw-councils-message-as-warm-weather-continues/
12 days ago
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Hot rods tour the Isle of Wight this week as the National Street Rod Association (NSRA) visits
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Classic hot rods turn heads across the Isle of Wight this week
Hot rods tour the Isle of Wight this week as the National Street Rod Association (NSRA) visits
https://onthewight.com/classic-hot-rods-turn-heads-across-the-isle-of-wight-this-week/
12 days ago
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Record numbers of abandoned dogs prompt urgent call for responsible ownership on Isle of Wight
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Record number of dogs abandoned on the Isle of Wight this spring, RSPCA reveals
Record numbers of abandoned dogs prompt urgent call for responsible ownership on Isle of Wight
https://onthewight.com/record-number-of-dogs-abandoned-on-the-isle-of-wight-this-spring-rspca-reveals/
12 days ago
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Independent councillor Jonathan Bacon has been elected Isle of Wight Council leader with cross-party support
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Jonathan Bacon returns as Isle of Wight Council leader backed by Reform UK votes
Independent councillor Jonathan Bacon has been elected Isle of Wight Council leader with cross-party support
https://onthewight.com/jonathan-bacon-returns-as-isle-of-wight-council-leader-backed-by-reform-uk-votes/
13 days ago
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Isle of Wight political groups set out competing priorities ahead of leadership vote
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Isle of Wight councillors set out priorities ahead of decisive County Hall leadership vote
Isle of Wight political groups set out competing priorities ahead of leadership vote
https://onthewight.com/isle-of-wight-councillors-set-out-priorities-ahead-of-decisive-county-hall-leadership-vote/
13 days ago
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Developers outline plans to transform Ryde's derelict seafront arena into a multi-sport venue
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Prospective buyers outline ambitions to bring Ryde's empty seafront arena back to life
Developers outline plans to transform Ryde's derelict seafront arena into a multi-sport venue
https://onthewight.com/prospective-buyers-outline-ambitions-to-bring-rydes-empty-seafront-arena-back-to-life/
13 days ago
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