Isle of Wight News from Tuesday, September 17th, 2024
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Island Teacher Launches New Nature Based Initiative For All Ages
An Isle of Wight teacher has swapped the classroom for the outdoors as she launches Wild Isle, which looks to promote wellbeing for all ages through a connection with nature.
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Loss Of Doctors An 'Ongoing Threat' Warns Lib Dem Councillor
An Isle of Wight Liberal Democrat councillor has warned the loss of doctors is an “ongoing threat” on the Island.
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Island's Ferries Criticised As Councillor Calls For Democratic Control
A Conservative councillor on the Isle of Wight Council has called for ferries to be brought under democratic control in a council meeting motion.
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Teens Arrested Following Alleged Knife Incident On Bus
Isle of Wight Police have confirmed that two teenagers have been detained following an alleged incident involving a knife on a Southern Vectis bus.
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Cocaine And Cannabis Seized During Rookley Drugs Raid
Police on the Isle of Wight have seized large quantities of suspected cannabis and cocaine during a raid in the village of Rookley.
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Haven Falconry On The Move As Crowdfunding Appeal Launched
The Falconry Experience has revealed plans to relocate from its current site at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway.
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Public Invited To Reopening Of Ryde Police Station Next Month
The Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, has announced that Ryde police station on the Isle of Wight will reopen to the public next month.
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Council Leader Urges Caution On 'Heavy Handed' Action Over Ferries
Cllr Phil Jordan, Leader of the Isle of Wight Council, has today responded to the motions set to be discussed at the Full Council meeting regarding the reliability, affordability, and regulation of the Island’s ferry services.
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Shanklin Mum Awarded For Services To Seriously Unwell Children
A mum from Shanklin is to be celebrated for her exceptional contribution to seriously ill children at a national awards ceremony, following the loss of her daughter last year.