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Lost dog needs reuniting with her owner

This staffy cross called Lexy was handed in at a vets in Ryde today. The dog is now at the dog kennels and the Isle of Wight Council are trying to reunite her with her owner. Lexi is micro chipped but unfortunately the information on it is out of date. Please contact the...
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Cowes Enterprise College set for September move

Pupils and staff will begin their long-awaited move into the state of the art new Cowes Enterprise College in September. The move, which will be in stages to assist a smooth and safe transition, will be completed during that term. The school and the Isle of Wight Council...
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Cllr for Whippingham and Osborne returns to maiden name

Councillor Julia Hill, the newly elected member for Whippingham and Osborne has made the decision to return to her maiden name of Baker-Smith. The Isle of Wight Council would like to ensure that members of the public are able to find Julia’s contact details and will...
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New Isle of Wight council appointments set future tone

The foundations for what leading councillors pledge will be a more open, inclusive and transparent Isle of Wight Council have been established at last night’s Full Council meeting (15 May). At the first meeting since the local elections of May 2, Cllr Ian Stephens was...
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Short breaks team brings in specially adapted vehicle

Children and young people with additional needs now have greater access to activities thanks to a new vehicle owned by the Isle of Wight Council. The local authority now owns a converted wheelchair accessible vehicle which allows council key workers to transport and support...
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Shhh… it’s a library music tour on the Isle of Wight

The Island’s libraries are making some noise and want you to come along and be part of it! Starting on Wednesday 15 May at Newport Library, every fortnight each of the Island’s council-run libraries will hold an exciting music evening. Entry to the gigs will be free,...
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Explorer scouts raise money for Switzerland trip

Cowes Buccaneers Explorer Scout Unit recently ran a car wash to raise funds for a trip to Switzerland this August. Taking place at Cross Street Car Park, from 9 in the morning until 4 in the afternoon, the group raised over £250 by washing cars. This will help fund the...
The way forward

New project to support mental health wellbeing

A new walking group is to launch in June to tackle issues such as loneliness and social isolation on the Island. It’s being set up by the local charity Way Forward. “Physical exercise and spending time outdoors have been shown to improve mood and mental health” explains...

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